Property description
PLYMOUTH Plymouth is a city with one of the largest natural harbours in the world. To the north is the Dartmoor National Park extending to over 300 square miles which provides excellent recreational facilities. Plymouth itself has a population of well over 250,000 and has a full range of shopping, educational and sporting facilities. There is a mainline train service to London Paddington and to Penzance in Cornwall. Brittany Ferries operates seasonal services from Plymouth to France and northern Spain.
DESCRIPTION Nestled in this historic Devon hamlet, enjoying a wonderful open outlook across the Plym Valley is this spacious detached property set on a beautifully maintained plot of approximately 2.7 acres including extensive gardens, parking forecourt with double. The main house has planning permission to convert the existing basement and to do a further substantial extension to the front - Planning Reference 16/00221/FUL. The substantial plot also has outline planning permission for three large detached houses - Planning References 14/00501/OUT, 15/00129/OUT & 16/00237/OUT.
This really is a unique opportunity to purchase a property in such a beautiful countryside setting and yet so conveniently close to the amenities and transport links of which Plymouth has to offer.
The original building of Odoorn Lodge dates back to 1857 when the Riverford hamlet enjoyed its own pub and was situated along the tramline delivering granite to the local area. The property has been substantially extended and now offers a wonderful family home with living accommodation briefly comprising: entrance hall, cloakroom, kitchen/ breakfast room, dining room, living room and study on the ground floor, four spacious bedrooms (master with en-suite) and a family bathroom on the first floor. Underneath the property is an extensive network of cellars offering an excellent storage space that could possibly be developed further.
Externally, the property is accessed via a sweeping tree-lined gravelled driveway opening onto a generous parking forecourt with mature formal gardens, wildlife pond and a detached double garage. Steps lead down to a sun terrace and to the property which has paths leading to both sides. To the rear is an elevated patio area also accessed direct from the living room, excellent for al-fresco dining with the garden room enjoying the quite stunning views over the paddock and to the countryside and woodland beyond.
ACCOMMODATION Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
RECEPTION HALLWAY Stairs to first floor; burglar alarm control panel; radiator; double glazed window to front; door to living room.
LIVING ROOM Radiator; double glazed bay window to front; further double glazed window to side; double glazed sliding patio door to elevated balconied terrace enjoying the countryside views; TV point; coal effect living flame gas fire set in a Devon stone surround with wooden mantel.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Fully fitted kitchen incorporating cupboards and drawers with solid oak front and marble effect roll edge worksurfaces, display cabinets, built in wine rack, built in Miele dishwasher, built in Neff electric oven with inset four ring ceramic hob, extractor fan, built in Neff washing machine, built-in fridge, walk in larder cupboard, solid fuel Rayburn, limestone tiled flooring, breakfast bar, space for breakfast table, three double glazed windows to side, stable door providing access to the garden.
CLOAKROOM Area for hanging coats and shoes leading to a white suite comprising low level WC and wall mounted corner wash hand basin; radiator.
DINING ROOM Currently arranged as a second study. Double glazed windows to side and rear; radiator.
STUDY/BEDROOM FOUR Built in storage cupboard with shelving; radiator; full length double glazed window to rear with views.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Loft hatch; radiator; double glazed window to side; double glazed door opening onto a balconied sun terrace.
MASTER BEDROOM Dual aspect with double glazed windows to front and rear; radiator; telephone point; built in wardrobe.
EN SUITE BATHROOM Matching ivory suite comprising corner bath with hand held shower attachment; separate walk in shower cubicle with electric shower over; low level WC; "His and Hers" wash hand basins set in a vanity unit; fully tiled walls; double glazed windows to front and rear.
BEDROOM TWO Built in wardrobe with sliding doors; double glazed windows to rear; full length double glazed window to side; radiator.
BEDROOM THREE Double glazed window to side; radiator; pedestal wash hand basin; fitted storage cupboard with shelving.
PRINCIPAL BATHROOM Matching suite comprising low level WC, panelled bath with tiled splashbacks, hand wash basin set in a vanity unit, part tiled walls, double glazed window to side, heated towel rail.
CELLAR Accessed via an external door to the side elevation, fitted with power and light and providing a generous storage space.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
VIEWING By appointment with MANSBRIDGE & BALMENT on 01752 791333.
OUTGOINGS We understand the property is in band \‘ F \‘ for council tax purposes and the amount payable for the year 2016/2017 is £2310.84 (by internet enquiry with Plymouth City Council). These details are subject to change.
FLOOR PLANS AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale. Copyright Mansbridge Balment 2016. P6899