Property description
DESCRIPTION 'Brook House' is a rare and highly unique property, enjoying an idyllic rural setting along the water's edge of Tamerton Creek on the outskirts of Plymouth. This wonderful home is set within large grounds flowing down to river banks, and enclosed by well screened wooded surroundings offering a sense of rural living and yet conveniently situated for all the amenities Plymouth city has to offer. The living accommodation is well presented and arranged over two floors briefly comprising a grand entrance hall, cloakroom, modern kitchen/breakfast room with range cooker, utility room, dining room and wonderful 29' living room enjoying views over the garden and creek beyond on the ground floor, five double bedrooms (master en suite bathroom) and a high spec modern family bathroom on the first floor.
Externally, double wooden gates open to a generous parking forecourt featuring a double garage with games room attached and a separate concrete built stable block divided into three, each with its own stable door. A babbling brook can be found along the southern boundary with adjacent paved sun terrace continuing to the rear. The gardens and grounds which extend to nearly an acre are predominantly laid to lawn with established trees and shrubs proving a high degree of privacy and gently slopes down to the tidal creek where it is possible to launch a small boat. Whilst swans are often seen swimming in the creek, the nature reserve is also home to an abundance of wildlife providing this wonderful property a constant outlook of both migrating and native birdlife.
This property offers a truly unique opportunity not to be missed.
TAMERTON FOLIOT Tamerton Foliot, a village within a city.....a beautiful conservation area with significant historic value. Tamerton Foliot is a popular village surrounded by countryside. Nestled approximately five miles north-west of Plymouth city centre. Regular bus routes give access to the city and surrounding areas. The village is also readily accessible to the business areas on the northern side of Plymouth including Derriford Hospital. The A38 is only about two and a half miles away. Dartmoor National Park lies within about three miles to the north. The area is considered a dog walkers paradise with walks along the well known beauty spot 'Tamerton Creek' at the junction of the Tamar and Tavy Rivers. Cann and Whitleigh woods also provide beautiful, picturesque walking opportunities. The village is served by its own amenities including post office, shops, pubs, one of which is the Seven Stars 13th Century Pub in the heart of the village, the oldest pub in Plymouth. A choice of take away establishments and the popular, highly regarded school, Mary Dean's Primary. Tamerton has a lovely friendly village atmosphere with various clubs and events available to all ages. The village is proud to boast its own quaint annual village carnival/fete, which attracts people from surrounding areas and provides much pleasure for the villagers.
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.
SERVICES Mains water, gas, electricity and septic tank drainage.
VIEWING By appointment with MANSBRIDGE & BALMENT on 01752 791333.
OUTGOINGS We understand the property is in band ' ' for council tax purposes and the amount payable for the year 2015/2016 is £ (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.