Property description
DESCRIPTION A spacious 1950's built detached residence standing on an elevated position enjoying superb un-interrupted views across the surrounding countryside. The property is located within one of North Plymouth's most desirable locations and is ideally placed for all the local amenities in the surrounding area. The old conifers along the front boundary were removed early 2014 and the front boundary wall rebuilt, greatly enhancing views and light. (The front boundary now bears no resemblance to Google's outdated "Street view")
The spacious living accommodation which is arranged over two levels comprises: a covered entrance porch, entrance hall with parquet wooden flooring, lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom and utility room on the ground floor. On the first floor a landing which incorporates a study area leads to four double bedrooms, the master having an en suite shower room and there is a family bathroom.
Externally to the front there is a sweeping driveway providing parking for several vehicles, well maintained generously proportioned lawned front and rear gardens and a double garage.
The property also has the benefit of PVCu double glazing and gas central heating.
DERRIFORD Derriford is an established residential area approximately four miles north of the city centre offering a variety of local services and amenities. Lying within walking distance of the Derriford and Nuffield hospitals, The Devonshire Sports and Racquets Fitness Centre, the Derriford Business Park, and the University of St Mark and St John. There is also a local Marks and Spencers and Tesco supermarket. Derriford also offers convenient access to major routes in all directions including the city centre and also north towards Dartmoor which provides a variety of recreational activities.
PLYMOUTH Plymouth is a city with one of the most 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.
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.
Covered entrance porch with courtesy light leads to a part glazed wooden door into:
ENTRANCE HALL Stairs to the first floor, understairs storage cupboard, parquet wooden flooring, doors to ground floor accommodation.
LOUNGE Open fireplace with stone surround, mantle and hearth, dual aspect with PVCu double glazed windows to the front and rear, PVCu double glazed door giving access to the patio and rear garden. Two radiators, parquet wooden flooring.
DINING ROOM Triple aspect with PVCu double glazed windows to both sides and rear, PVCu double glazed door giving access to the patio and rear garden and patio area, parquet wooden flooring, radiator, built-in recess storage cupboard.
CLOAKROOM Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin, extractor fan, PVCu double glazed window to the front.
KITCHEN Roll edge work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under and matching wall units with under-lighting, single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, gas and electric cooker points, space for fridge freezer, plumbing for a dishwasher, radiator, tiled splashbacks, PVCu double glazed windows to the side enjoying Moorland views.
BREAKFAST ROOM (FORMS PART OPEN PLAN AREA WITH KITCHEN) PVCu double glazed bay window to the front elevation, built-in storage cupboards with over-head storage, parquet wooden flooring, door to:
UTILITY ROOM Roll edge work surface with cupboards over, plumbing for a washing machine, wall mounted gas boiler which serves the domestic hot water and central heating system, radiator, window and door to the rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING A spacious landing incorporating a study area, windows to the front and rear, radiator, doors to first floor accommodation.
BEDROOM ONE Dual aspect with windows to the front and rear, radiator. Door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM Comprising tiled shower cubicle with inset Mira electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, extractor fan, shaver socket and light, radiator, PVCu double glazed window to the front.
BEDROOM TWO Triple aspect with windows to the rear and both sides, pedestal wash hand basin, shaver socket and light, built-in wardrobe and storage cupboard, radiator.
BEDROOM THREE Dual aspect with PVCu double glazed windows to front and side enjoying Moorland views, built-in wardrobe, radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR PVCu double glazed window to the front, radiator, built-in wardrobe and storage cupboard.
BATHROOM Matching suite comprising panelled bath with mixer tap, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, tiled shower cubicle with inset Mira electric shower, shaver socket and light, two PVCu double glazed frosted windows to the side.
EXTERNALLY The property stands on a very generously proportioned plot being approximately 0.3 of an acre, to the front there is a gravelled sweeping driveway providing parking for several vehicles. The front garden is predominantly laid to lawn and incorporates a range of established plants trees, shrubs and colourful flowerbed borders, there is access to either side of the property which then leads to the rear. To the rear there is a quarry tiled patio area leading to a very good sized level lawned garden offering a good degree of privacy and again has a host of established plants, trees and shrubs. The rear garden is enclosed by hedge and fence boundaries and also has the benefit of an outside water supply.
GARAGE The garage roof was completely renewed May 2015, and a new electric Roller door fitted, power and light is connected. The rear of the garage is partitioned to provide two store rooms this space could be reclaimed to enlarge the garage if required.
SERVICES Mains water, gas, electricity and mains drainage.
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 2015/2016 is £2265.56 (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 2015. P6607
Property Info: