TVs COLIN & JUSTIN: PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

THE AGENT SAYS:

A CHARMING thatched cottage 500 yards from the centre of Paignton, Devon.

Beach Cottage is a landmark property in a waterfront position, just a few yards from the beach and the harbour.

It has a 21ft by 11ft8ins living room with a beamed ceiling and coal- effect gas fire. Running along the 21ft length of the cottage is a galley- style sun room, with outstanding sea views. Theres a fitted kitchen, dining room, modern bathroom with white suite, a guest loo and an enclosed courtyard garden. Theres no chain.

UPS Fabulous position, handy for the shops, fantastic views.

DOWNS Parking a car anywhere in a seaside town is difficult in the holiday season.

Details from Bradleys 01803 557155.

2-BED COTTAGE, PAIGNTON

pounds 290,000

Cute cottage really is picture postcard

THE BOYS SAY:

OK, so this one is gorgeous, huh? Smack dab beside the seaside, beside the sea, this cute and well-maintained thatched cottage has uninterrupted views and an appeal that is sure to create oceanic- size interest.

Literally picture postcard pretty (its image has been used many times to promote the Paignton area), it has two generous double bedrooms, both of which have leaded windows affording views out to sea. Imagine waking up to that of a morning!

But the benefits dont stop there. There's a well-fitted modern bathroom with a white panelled suite and double-glazing throughout. The house has been rewired and replumbed and there would be little to do to personalise the space to feel fully at home. The kitchen has been thoughtfully laid out and theres a spacious and comfy living room (with more of those eye- popping views) and a host of modern extras such as a remote-controlled gas fire. But its not all modern living for traditionalists too, there is plenty to get excited about. Yup, if you like to fawn over original features such as beamed ceilings and period picture rails youll be well catered for. Outdoors theres a patio area and a cute courtyard accessed by a path to the side of the property. In monetary terms it also makes sense at just pounds 290K youre getting a lot of bricks and mortar for your cash. As a long-term investment, a first or second home or as a straightforward holiday rental proposition wed recommend that you take a look. See you next week!

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