Property description
This substantial family home is located in the prestigious Earl Richards Road, within the highly desired area of St Leonards. Boasting a curved bay window frontage, this detached property is positioned within easy access of a large variety of shops and schools as well as a doctors' and dentist surgery. The property also enjoys good access to the cathedral and university city of Exeter, the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital and County Hall as well as the M5 motorway.
Benefitting from gas central heating, the internal accommodation comprises a spacious entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom, an impressive lounge, dining room and a kitchen on the ground floor. The kitchen allows access to a rear porch, where there is a storage / utility room and a door to the garage. Upstairs, there are 3 double bedrooms, a bathroom and separate WC. Established gardens sit proudly at the rear of the property, divided into two sections and flanked by a variety of mature trees. There is an additional garden at the front of the house, in addition to a driveway providing off-road parking.
With its location, space and delightful gardens, this elegant home is not to be missed and internal viewing is highly advised.
Entrance Hall
The front door opens to the entrance hall, where there is a radiator, a window to the side aspect, and a staircase, with storage underneath, rising to the first floor landing. Doors open to the lounge, dining room, kitchen breakfast room and a downstairs cloakroom.
Lounge - 13' 1'' x 12' 10'' (4.00m x 3.90m) max plus bay window
This impressive room boasts a uPVC double glazed curved bay window to the front aspect, along with two radiators, wall light fittings, a chandelier and an electric fire set in an ornate fireplace. Sliding doors lead to the dining room.
Dining Room - 13' 1'' x 11' 11'' (4.00m x 3.64m) max
Allowing ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs, this room contains a gas fire, and patio doors facing the garden.
Downstairs Cloakroom
With a low level WC, corner wash hand basin and an obscured window to the side aspect.
Kitchen - 13' 6'' x 8' 10'' (4.12m x 2.70m)
Incorporating a comprehensive range of matching wall and display units, with roll edge worktops, tiled splashback and a 1.5 bowl sink with a mixer tap over and drainer. Spaces and plumbing are available for a microwave and a slimline dishwasher. Integrated appliances include a fridge, freezer and an oven with a separate inset electric hob and fan oven. There is also a service hatch opening to the dining room, a radiator and a window facing the rear aspect. A door leads into the rear porch.
Rear Porch
A sheltered area beside the property with the advantage of an outside tap. Access is to the front of the house, garage, an outside store/utility area and the rear garden.
Garage - 16' 5'' x 9' 4'' (5.00m x 2.84m)
Benefitting from power, lighting and an up-and-over door to the driveway. The consumer unit, gas and electric meter are also housed here.
Stairs & Landing
Stairs lead to the first floor landing, where there is a radiator and a window to the side aspect. Doors open to the three bedrooms, bathroom, separate WC and the airing cupboard which houses the immersion tank.
Bedroom 1 - 13' 1'' x 12' 10'' (4.00m x 3.90m) max plus bay window
A generously-sized double bedroom featuring a curved uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, a radiator and a vanity storage unit with an inset wash hand basin, tiled surround and storage overhead. A single wardrobe is also built-into the alcove beside this.
Bedroom 2 - 13' 1'' x 11' 11'' (4.00m x 3.64m) max
Another spacious double bedroom including a built-in single wardrobe with storage overhead, a radiator, and a window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom 3 - 10' 8'' x 9' 0'' (3.24m x 2.75m)
The dual-aspect of this third double bedroom provides a pleasant feel and outlook to the room. The room is equipped with a radiator and a wall mounted wash hand basin.
Bathroom
Comprising a bath with shower attachment, an sizable Howsons sink, shower cubicle with electric shower, and a heated towel rail. The walls are fully tiled and there is a recessed vanity storage unit with mirrored sliding doors. An obscure uPVC double glazed window faces the side aspect.
Separate WC
Including a low level WC and an obscured window to the side aspect.
Rear Garden
Flanked by a variety of mature trees and shrubs, the rear garden has a secluded feel ideal for families. Principally lawn, a stepping stone path extends down one side to a hardstanding and summer house. Beyond this, the rear section of the garden is complemented by a large eucalyptus tree and a central walkway with flowerbed borders. Two lawn sections are on either side of the walkway.
Tenure: Freehold
Property Features :
- 3 Double Bedrooms
- Detached Family Home
- No Onward Chain
- Garage & Driveway
- Beautiful Gardens