Property description
SITUATION Plymouth is a city adjacent to one of the most natural harbours in the world. To the North is the Dartmoor National Park extending to over 300 square miles and which provides excellent recreational facilities. Plymouth itself has a population of well over 200,000 and has a full range of shopping, educational and sporting facilities. There is mainline train service to London (Paddington) and to Penzance in West Cornwall. Plymouth has its own airport with flights to London (Gatwick) and other inland destinations. Brittany Ferries operates seasonal services from Plymouth to France and Northern Spain.
EARLSWOOD Earlswood is situated on the edge of the Plym Valley and the Plymbridge Woods adjacent to Glenholt and Mainstone. A quiet location predominated by sizeable individually designed detached homes most of which were built in the 1980's. The area offers easy access to Derriford Hospital, The Tamar Science Park, The University College of St. Mark & St. John and British Aerospace. Nearby amenities include Tescos Superstore at Woolwell and Asda Superstore in Estover whilst the A38 Devon Expressway, which gives access to the M5 and Cornwall, is located within 2 miles of the district. Estover Community College is a popular local secondary school. The easy access provided to the Plymbridge Woods ensures excellent dog walking opportunities.
DESCRIPTION This substantial, individually designed detached property occupies a mature sizeable plot and enjoys far reaching views across woodland from the front elevation. The property is presented to a high standard throughout in tasteful neutral colours and has accommodation comprising entrance hall with doors leading to a cloakroom, bedroom three, dining room, a modern fitted kitchen with a range of integrated appliances which in turns leads to a matching utility room. Stairs from the entrance hall lead down to an impressive second lounge with the same staircase also leading up to the lounge which is dual aspect, the rear overlooks the garden and to the front there are patio doors leading to an enclosed balcony enjoying views across the woodland and countryside. Further stairs from the lounge lead to the first floor where there are three further double bedrooms, the master having an en-suite shower room and a modern family bathroom with corner bath and separate shower cubicle. Externally the property is set within mature sizeable gardens. To the front there is driveway providing parking for several vehicles leading to a double garage and at the rear there is a private paved sun terrace running the width of the property offering an excellent entertainment area which in turn leads to a well maintained lawned garden. A summerhouse was constructed at the end of Summer 2012 and has power connected.
The property also has the benefit of PVCu double glazing and gas central heating via a recently installed Worcester gas boiler. An internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the size and quality of this family home.
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.
PORCH Covered entrance porch with courtesy light leads to PVCu double glazed front door with side screen to:
ENTRANCE HALL Stairs lead up to the lounge and descend to the family room; radiator; doors to dining room; bedroom three and cloakroom.
CLOAKROOM Comprising low level WC; pedestal wash hand basin; PVCu double glazed frosted window to front.
DINING ROOM 4.17m(13'8'') x 3.35m(11'0'') PVCu double glazed window to front enjoying far reaching views; radiator; telephone point; archway to:
KITCHEN 4.57m(15'0'') x 3.30m(10'10'') Roll edge worksurfaces with cupboards and drawers under and matching wall units with under lighting; single drainer one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap; built-in electric double oven and five ring gas hob with stainless steel extractor hood over; built-in fridge/freezer and dishwasher; storage cupboard housing recently installed Worcester gas boiler which serves domestic hot water and central heating system; tiled floors; tiled splashbacks; PVCu double glazed window to side; door to:
UTILITY ROOM 2.84m(9'4'') x 1.91m(6'3'') Roll edge worksurface incorporating a single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and cupboards under; plumbing for washing machine; tiled floor; PVCu double glazed window to front; PVCu double glazed door to side.
BEDROOM THREE 3.66m(12'0'') x 2.95m(9'8'') PVCu double glazed window to rear; radiator; wood laminate floor.
LOUNGE 6.86m(22'6'') x 5.13m(16'10'') Working open fireplace with stone surround and hearth; radiator; double glazed sliding patio doors leading to an enclosed balcony enjoying far reaching views; PVCu double glazed window to rear overlooking garden; TV point; stairs to first floor.
SECOND LOUNGE 8.15m(26'9'') x 5.13m(16'10'') Living flame effect electric fire set into the wall; built-in storage cupboards; two radiators; PVCu double glazed sliding patio doors to front; PVCu double glazed window to rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Doors to all remaining accommodation; built-in storage cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE 4.95m(16'3'') x 3.25m(10'8'') Two PVCu double glazed windows to front enjoying far reaching views; radiator; door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Comprising tiled double shower cubicle with inset Mira gas power shower; low level WC; pedestal wash hand basin; heated towel rail; PVCu double glazed window to front.
BEDROOM TWO 3.73m(12'3'') x 3.02m(9'11'') PVCu double glazed window overlooking rear garden; radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 3.63m(11'11'') x 2.57m(8'5'') PVCu double glazed window overlooking rear garden; radiator.
BATHROOM Matching suite comprising whirlpool corner bath with mixer tap and shower attachment; low level WC; pedestal wash hand basin; tiled shower enclosure with inset electric shower; PVCu double glazed frosted window to side.
EXTERNAL - FRONT The property is approached via a driveway providing parking for several vehicles which in turn leads to a double garage. At the front there is a lawned garden incorporating a good range of established trees and shrubs. There is access either side of the property which leads to the rear.
EXTERNAL - REAR There is an attractive paved sun terrace which spans the width of the property providing an excellent entertaining area; built-in lighting and water supply. Steps lead to a well maintained private, lawned garden which offers a good degree of privacy, being well screened by mature plants and trees. There are also footings for a summer house with a power supply connected. The garden also has a range of colourful flowerbeds throughout and is enclosed by walled and fenced boundaries.
GARAGE Metal up and over door; power and light connected.
DIRECTIONS From our offices at Woolwell Crescent proceed southbound along the A386 Tavistock Road turning left at the traffic lights by the George Hotel onto Plymbridge Road. At the next mini roundabout proceed straight on along Plymbridge Road and at the next roundabout take the second exit into Plymbridge Road and Earlswood Drive is the first turning on the right hand side.
SERVICES Mains gas, electric, water and 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 2010/2011 is £2127.73 (by internet enquiry with Plymouth City Council). These details are subject to change.
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