Property description

DESCRIPTION 8 Dunraven Drive is a splendid split level detached property occupying a lovely private plot within one of North Plymouth's most sought after locations. The living accommodation is well presented throughout and arranged over two levels comprising entrance porch, entrance hall, four bedrooms and a four piece bathroom on the first floor, with a staircase leading down to an L shaped open plan living/dining area, a beautifully fitted modern kitchen, a large utility room, downstairs cloakroom and a sun lounge on the lower ground floor.



Externally to the front is a block paved driveway leading to a tandem garage, which currently has a partition wall creating a useful workshop. The rear garden is a delightful feature of this property offering a superb private "barbeque" and entertaining area and a 900 sq/ft decked balcony enjoying views over nature reserve and moorland beyond. An internal inspection of this unique property is highly recommended. 

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.

 

ENTRANCE PORCH PVCu door with obscure double glazed patterned insert opens into the front porch with PVCu double glazed windows to both sides, A further PVCu door opens to the entrance hall. 

ENTRANCE HALL Doors leading from an L shaped hallway provide access to all rooms at this level and a ceiling hatch provides access to the first of two loft spaces which we are advised is part boarded and features lighting and full insulation up to the current regulatory standards. A staircase descends to the lower ground floor. 

BEDROOM ONE 11' 8" x 11' 5" (3.56m x 3.48m) Featuring a range of modern fitted full height furniture which includes several wardrobes with hanging space, an over bed bridging unit with inset lighting, bedside cabinets and dressing area with drawers storage, radiator, PVCu double glazed window overlooks the rear aspectwith views over adjoining woodlands and out to the moorland beyond. 

BEDROOM TWO 18' 2" x 8' 3" (5.54m x 2.51m) Formerly an integral garage, this second bedroom is a lengthy room with dual aspect PVCu double glazed window to the front and rear aspects. Spacious and light, the room is ideal for use as a independent teenagers den or study/office and includes a fitted wardrobe. Further fitted cupboard housing the modern electrical consumer unit and gas meter, spotlighting, tall contemporary radiator. 

BEDROOM THREE 10' 10" x 8' 4" (3.3m x 2.54m) Positioned at the front of the property the third bedroom is another double with PVCu double glazed window, radiator. 

BEDROOM FOUR 8' 5" x 8' 3" (2.57m x 2.51m) The fourth bedroom shares the views to the rear over the surrounding area via a further PVCu double glazed window, radiator. 

BATHROOM The family bathroom features a modern suite comprising a whirl pool bath, low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin and a corner quadrant shower cubicle with recess mains shower attachment. Tiling adorns the walls and floor space, heated towel rail, PVCu double glazed window to front. 

LOWER GROUND FLOOR  

LOUNGE/DINER 22' 8" x 20' 6" (6.91m x 6.25m) Descending the stairs from the hallway brings you to a large L shaped lounge/diner which stretches the depth of the house and features PVCu double glazed windows to the side at a high level. A further PVUu double glazed window and patio doors open out onto the balcony to the rear. A modern fireplace with marble blackened hearth and gas fire insert offers a nice focal point to the lounge area, where there is a wall mounted radiator and recess beneath the stairs ideal for use as a study area along with the first of three ceiling pendant lights. In the dining area there is plentiful space for a family dining suite and a glazed panelled door opens to the kitchen/breakfast room. 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 14' 6" x 8' 8" (4.42m x 2.64m) The sizeable kitchen/breakfast room features a range of modern white contemporary base level units with a black course work surface which stretches around two sides with matching splash backs and upstands, (the breakfast bar has been removed but is in the garage and easily re-fitted), double width gas range cooker with five ring hob, griddle and hot plates installed with a matching over head extractor hood and inset beneath, built in fridge and waste disposal unit. PVCu double glazed window to rear. There is a one and a half bowl sink unit with drainer and modern tubular mixer, the gas boiler is concealed in a wall mounted cupboard. Contrasting tiling covers the floor space, further wall mounted radiator and rail mounted spotlights illuminate. A door to the rear opens into an internal lobby where doors open to the sun room, downstairs wc and utility room. 

UTILITY ROOM 11' 6" x 8' 6" (3.51m x 2.59m) Further modern eye and base level kitchen units line either side of a large utility room which features a further inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit, roll edge work surfaces, tiled splash backs along with spaces and plumbing where applicable for dish washer, washing machine, upright fridge/freezer and a further household appliance. Floor tiling continues along with a radiator and ceiling light point and pull out ironing board. 

DOWNSTAIRS WC Door from the rear lobby opens to a downstairs cloakroom recently renewed with a modern white low level wc and wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splash backs and tiled flooring, radiator, obscure PVCu double glazed window to the side. 

SUN ROOM 8' 4" x 8' 1" (2.54m x 2.46m) The tiled flooring continues into the sun room, a useful addition offering a quiet sanctuary and place to sit and relax. A conservatory style polycarbonate vaulted roof allows much light along with wall lighting and a large PVCu double glazed window and door to the side which opens onto a side pathway leading into the rear garden. 

EXTERNALLY FRONT - A long block paved pathway sets the property back from the road and opens up offering parking for several vehicles and sloped access to the front entrance of the property, a raised bed with inset lighting is stocked with mature well manicured hedging which stretches along one side and two gates open offering access to the different levels of the side garden. Electric remote controlled roller door opens to the detached garage. GARAGE - The detached tandem garage is of pitched tiled roof construction and features power and lighting supplied through a separate consumer unit, alarm system, several PVCu double glazed windows along one side. A partition wall has been erected around two thirds of the length with a door that opens into a room currently used as an workshop/office where there is a further PVCu double glazed window to the rear and a matching door. SIDE TERRACE - A gate beside the garage opens into the fabulously landscaped garden at the side of the property where the block paved path continues to a top tier which is mainly laid to shingle and currently houses the vendors rotary washing line. Steps lead down to a superb private terrace which offers a degree of privacy rarely experienced in residential areas and features circular decorative paving, wall lighting, raised flower beds, inset bench and chimney style BBQ making this a wonderful area for al fresco dining and entertaining. A wooden safety rail continues down further steps which mark the start of the balcony. BALCONY - Along with the side terrace a highlight of the property has to be the raised decked balcony which encompasses an area of over 900 square foot, and offers yet another place to enjoy the property's feel of real seclusion and privacy. Perimetered by a sturdy high level safety rail there is yet further opportunity to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle. Several steps lead up to the patio doors which open back into the lounge/diner. Pathways either side of the house lead around to the sun room and stepped access back to the front of the house. The stepped pathway lined by a high level fence along the rear boundary continues down to an area which stretches underneath the balcony which offers useful outdoor storage and positioning for a sizeable garden shed.

 

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 ' D ' for council tax purposes and the amount payable for the year 2015/2016 is £1568.47 (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. P6515