Property description
THE MILLFIELDS Originally built in the 1760's as a hospital for the Royal Navy, The Millfields comprises a substantial number of imposing Grade ll and Grade ll* Listed stone buildings all set within a secure 26 acres of walled, landscaped grounds. In addition to the beautifully tended grounds, there is the highly regarded Plymouth College Preparatory School.
The city's private and grammar schools are all close by.
The Millfields offers a private environment with a secure entrance that is protected by a 24 hour security presence with regular grounds patrol.
SITUATION The Millfields is within easy reach of all the city of Plymouth has to offer: the Theatre Royal; Plymouth Hoe; excellent boating and sports facilities and a wide variety of bistros and restaurants to enjoy the fresh produce for which the area is justifiably noted. The historic Barbican area of the city is close by with its myriad of sailing boats and activities enhancing the atmosphere and character of the area. The thriving and popular Royal William Yard is less than a mile away and has an array of restaurants and individual boutique shops.
As a major regional city for Devon and East Cornwall, Plymouth has an excellent range of shops, restaurants and bars which, together with theatres, cinemas and museums, serve the needs of both the resident and holiday population.
Communications are excellent. The A38 Devon Expressway provides a dual carriageway link with the M5 at Exeter and there are regular Intercity rail services from Plymouth to London and other
major cities. Brittany Ferries operates car ferry services to Brittany and Northern Spain from Plymouth.
Within 1 mile:
Plymouth City Centre
Royal William Yard
2 Yacht marinas including Mayflower Marina (British Coastal Marina of the Year 2014)
Brittany Ferry Port to France and Spain
DESCRIPTION Abbey Lodge is a unique home, converted from a former Royal Naval Chapel and ancillary buildings. It occupies a private but commanding position on the site. The oldest part of Abbey Lodge, the Chapel was built in 1868 using the very best materials available at the time with external walls of cut limestone and sandstone quoins.
The present owners undertook an architecturally-designed and supervised major programme to convert and restore the buildings in 2000. They have created what is now an outstanding contemporary house. Conversion works were extensive, including the addition of one storey and re-roofing. The work has been completed to an exceptionally high standard incorporating American yellow pine throughout for doors, skirtings and architraves, as well as high quality double glazing and underfloor heating.
The end result is a truly spectacular house with an eminently stylish layout. It offers a luxurious practical base for entertaining, yet is an easily maintained modern home. Reception rooms are bright and spacious and the kitchen is quite outstanding. All four bedrooms have en-suite bath or shower rooms and the principal bedroom also has a superbly fitted dressing room.
The arrangement and measurements of the accommodation as it has been used recently can be seen on the floor plans contained within the brochure, however the accommodation can be briefly described as follows:
GROUND FLOOR Hardwood double entrance door to:
ENTRANCE HALL With double inner doors to:
RECEPTION ROOM (SE & NW) 13' 9" x 13' 9" (4.19m x 4.19m) Formerly the Chapel. Hand fired mosaic-style tiled floor and open full height to a central roof truss with chandelier and concealed lighting and windows with stained glass panels. Archway with diagonal planked door opening to the passageway.
INNER HALL With double glazed ceiling and 12 volt lighting track.
SECOND INNER HALL Secondary front door with double glazed panels and cloaks cupboard.
CLOAKROOM With w.c., bidet and washbasin, adjoining cupboards and mirror over. Heated towel rail/radiator. Extractor fan.
DRAWING ROOM (SW & NE) 29' 6" x 22' 0" (8.99m x 6.71m) A spectacular room with two large full height French windows each with folding and double glazed doors out to the gardens. Massive stone chimney breast and raised slate hearth with large dog basket for open fire. Wood laminate floor and extensive recessed ceiling lighting. Large double glazed door and adjoining screen to fully enclosed courtyard with granite paved terrace. This courtyard can also be accessed from the study and kitchen. Spiral staircase to the first floor. Large cupboard (bar) with folding doors and fully plumbed for a sink. Folding doors to:
STUDY (WITH ANNEXE POTENTIAL INCORPORATING THE GARAGE) (NW) 13' 6" x 9' 0" (4.11m x 2.74m) A superbly equipped and fully fitted room with desk and computer table. Full height book shelving on two walls. Built-in filing trays, drawers and shelving. Wood laminate floor. 12v Ceiling lighting track, Satellite and TV point. Stable type door to courtyard with a glazed upper section. Also leading off the inner hall is the:
DINING ROOM (NE &&8200;NW) 16' x 15' (4.88m x 4.57m) A perfectly proportioned room with an electric sand effect fire, unique glazed central cupola and ceramic tiled floor. Two built-in sideboards and topped with Corian cupboards. Recessed ceiling lighting with dimmer control.
KITCHEN (NW) 21' 9" x 16' 6" (6.63m x 5.03m) This is a most attractive, yet practical room with an extensively glazed roof. Double glazed and fully fitted with beech units by Chippendale with extensive base cupboard units, worktops and matching eye level cupboard units including a glass fronted dresser, central island unit and breakfast bar. Ceramic sink unit with vegetable bowl, waste disposal, Ariston fitted dishwasher, built-in chopping board and large Ariston gas hob with stainless steel surround, drawers and extractor hood over. Stoves double oven and Neff microwave. Fitted book shelving, wicker storage baskets and storage shelving. Extensive 12 volt lighting tracks. Chinese slate floor. Stable type door with glazed upper half opening to west facing patio with granite paving, barbecue area and concealed bin storage area. Second double glazed door with double glazed upper half to inner courtyard. Large walk-in pantry with floor to ceiling shelving.
UTILITY ROOM With plumbing for automatic washing machine and tumble dryer vent. Gas-fired central heating boiler and controls for under floor and first floor heating. Storage cupboards. Switch and fuse units. Glazed ceiling.
FIRST FLOOR A spiral staircase leads to the landing with a gallery overlooking the inner courtyard and a second study area with built-in desk and book shelving. High boarded ceiling and deep cupboard containing hot water cylinder.
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE 12' 9" x 10' 3" (3.89m x 3.12m) Bedroom 1 and fully fitted en-suite dressing room. This is equipped with a built-in dressing table, picture mirror and make-up lighting. Extensive mirror fronted wardrobe, cupboards and glass fronted cupboards and drawers. Display shelving and extensive lighting.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM With twin washbasins, make-up mirrors, four shaver points, recessed lighting and lighting track. Built-in heated ladder towel rail/radiator. Sunken bath with Mira shower and curved shower screen. Raised floor in recess with bidet and w.c. This room is fully fitted in American pine.
BEDROOM 2 12' x 9' 6" (3.66m x 2.9m) With deep wardrobe cupboard with mirrored doors, built-in dressing table in American pine.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM With shower cubicle and Mira shower. Ladder towel rail, washbasin with mirror fronted bathroom cabinet over and w.c.
BEDROOM 3 12' 0" x 9' 6" (3.66m x 2.9m) With deep wardrobe cupboard with mirrored doors, built-in dressing table in American pine.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM With shower cubicle and Mira shower. Ladder towel rail, washbasin with mirror fronted bathroom cabinet over and w.c.
BEDROOM 4 12' 9" x 10' 3" (3.89m x 3.12m) Range of fitted wardrobe and cupboards with mirror fronts.
EN-SUITE FAMILY BATHROOM Which also opens to the landing. This is fully fitted with panelled bath with Mira shower over and glass screen. Twin washbasins with cupboards below and two shaver points and shaving and make-up mirrors over. Recessed and spot ceiling lighting, bidet and w.c. Twin ladder heated towel rails/radiators.
OUTSIDE
GARDENS AND GROUNDS Abbey Lodge is fully enclosed by a high stone wall on one side and on the remaining sides by walls, banks and hedges which help to ensure a high degree of privacy. Wrought iron gates and railings set between stone pillars open to a brick paviour driveway with gravelled parking area. The house and gardens are screened from neighbouring properties by a stone retaining wall and a high level landscaped shrub bed with a variety of flowering shrubs, holly and yew trees. Immediately in front of the house is a paved terrace and lawn.
INTEGRAL DOUBLE GARAGE (WITH ANNEXE POTENTIAL) 32' x 13' 3" (9.75m x 4.04m) This adjoins the house and, subject to obtaining building regulation approval, could intercommunicate with the main house and provide an extension, ancillary accommodation or artists studio. At present it comprises a large double garage with light, power points and water supply, concrete floor and sealed double glazed roof.
LEASE INFORMATION: We understand that the property is held on Long Lease for a term of 999 years from 1999 and subject to a ground rent of approximately £52 per year and a maintenance charge of approximately £738.49 per annum. The above information is provided in good faith although we would recommend that prospective purchasers consult their own solicitor for formal verification.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS All items usually known as tenant's fixtures and fittings whether mentioned or not in these particulars together are excluded from the sale but some may be available by separate negotiation. Such items include all carpets and curtains, light fittings, domestic electrical items and garden statuary.
SERVICES Mains electricity
Mains gas
Mains drainage
Central heating with under floor heating on ground floor
Security alarm system
Modular telephone switchboard 6 line/16 extensions
ISDN 30 available
DIRECTIONS From Plymouth City Centre follows signs to Torpoint. Proceed in a westerly direction to the roundabout at the end of Union Street. Proceed three quarters of the way around this roundabout and take the fourth exit into High Street. After a few hundred yards the entrance to the Millfields will be found on the left hand side. Proceed as directed to Abbey Lodge by security personnel.
Sat-nav Postcode PL1 3JB
VIEWING Viewing is strictly by prior appointment with the Sole Agents:
Lang and Co
Plymouth Office
40 Mannamead Road
Mutley
Plymouth
PL4 7AF
Tel: 01752 256000
Email: property@lang.co.uk
Website: www.lang.co.uk
IMPORTANT NOTICE 1.No description or information given whether or not in these Particulars and whether written or verbal ("Information") about the property or its value may be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. Lang and Co have no authority to make any representation and accordingly any Information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of Lang and Co or the Seller.
2. The photographs (and artists impressions) show only certain parts of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas measurements or distances given are approximate only.
3. Any reference to alterations to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. These matters must be verified by any intending buyer.
4. Any buyer must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of any information given.