DESCRIPTION

An excellent opportunity to acquire a magnificent period residence requiring some refurbishment standing in beautiful large landscaped gardens bordering the River Yealm. The Accommodation which can be found on two levels comprises of conservatory, entrance hallway, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, half landing with cloakroom, full landing with access to three bedrooms and a bathroom/WC. An accompanied internal inspection is invited to fully appreciate this period residence set in the heart of the village of Yealmpton.

SITUATION

Yealmpton is ideally situated for commuting to Plymouth, the city centre being only 7 miles away. There are regular bus services from a number of stops throughout the village. Within the village there is a Post Office, general store/off licence, hairdresser, two public houses, coffee shop, Old Mother Hubbard's restaurant, health centre, dentist, WI hall, primary school, community centre, garage/filling station and a number of small businesses. Secondary schooling is available in Ivybridge for which transport is provided. The yachting haven of Newton Ferrers is within a short drive while many of the sandy coves and beaches of the beautiful South Devon coastline are within easy reach, as are golf courses and the Dartmoor National Park.

Plymouth itself is an historic and vibrant waterside City, well provided with colleges, grammar and public schools, modern university, the Peninsula Medical School, Theatre Royal and cinemas, large department stores, cafes, bistros and restaurants. The leisure facilities are outstanding with superb water-sports in and around Plymouth Sound.

ACCOMMODATION

The accommodation is as follows: - (Please note that all dimensions are approximate. Metric measurements are conversions from imperial figures that have been rounded to the nearest three inches).

GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE

Part glazed door leading through to :-

CONSERVATORY

Large attached conservatory with pitched roof, glazed to three sides, tiled flooring with substantial door with half moon glazed window above leading through to:-

ENTRANCE HALLWAY

Window to rear elevation. Tiled flooring, staircase to first floor with wooden balustrade, ceiling light point, understairs storage cupboard, access through to Sitting Room and Kitchen.

SITTING ROOM

4.70m(15'5") x 5.31m(17'5")        Large period sash window with shutters overlooking south facing rear garden, French doors leading out to rear garden, Fireplace with ornate marble fire surround with inset Living Flame gas fire fitted into ornate cast iron grate and hearth, built-in cupboard to alcove, double panelled radiator, door leading through to Hallway, double doors leading through to:-

DINING ROOM

3.71m(12'2") x 3.71m(12'2")        Large period sash window with shutters overlooking south facing rear garden, built-in cupboard, fireplace with open grate, marble surround and hearth, double panelled radiator, ceiling light point, stable door leading through to Kitchen, double doors leading through to Sitting Room.

KITCHEN

3.10m(10'2") x 3.51m(11'6")        Two period sash windows to rear elevation, range of fitted floor and wall units with worksurfaces, recesses for dishwasher, etc, built-in oven and hob, 4-ring gas cooker with extractor fan over, recessed ceiling light points, radiator, tiled flooring, stable door through to Dining Room, door leading through to Hallway.

CLOAKROOM

Twin aspect with period windows to side elevations, low flush WC, wall hand basin, recessed ceiling light point, door leading through to Half Landing.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

Ornate wooden arch feature, access through to three bedrooms and bathroom/WC.

BEDROOM 1

3.71m(12'2") x 3.51m(11'6")        Period sash window with shutters overlooking south facing rear garden, featured cast iron open grate fireplace with marble surround, built-in cupboards, double panelled radiator, ceiling light point, door leading through to Landing.

BEDROOM 2

4.29m(14'1") x 3.61m(11'10")      Two period sash windows with shutters overlooking south facing rear garden, open fireplace with cast iron grate and marble surround, double panelled radiator, ceiling light point, door leading through to Landing, arch leading through to:-

DRESSING ROOM

Period sash window with shutters overlooking south facing rear garden, built-in wardrobes, recessed ceiling light points, arch through to Bedroom 2.

BEDROOM 3

2.59m(8'6") x 3.61m(11'10")        Window to rear elevation, open grate fireplace with surround, built-in cupboard, double panelled radiator, ceiling light point, door leading through to Landing.

BATHROOM/WC

Matching suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal hand basin, bidet, low flush WC, fitted shower cubicle, two windows to rear elevation, ceiling light point, double panelled radiator, door leading through to Landing.

EXTERNAL

The property sits in magnificent south facing landscaped gardens bordering the River Yealm. The property has river access. The gardens are laid mainly to lawn on several levels, large patio areas laid to stones plus a brick pavioured driveway with double gates leading out onto Church Lane. Wide range of mature trees, shrubs and hedgerows with flower borders and flowerbeds and fruit trees. Private parking for up to three vehicles.

SERVICES

All mains services are connected.

COUNCIL TAX

The property is in Council Tax Band G and the amount payable for 2013/14 is £2,551.26.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5NE. Tel: 01803 861234.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye, Yealmpton Office. Bespoke appointments outside usual office hours can be arranged with adequate notice. To be sold at Public Auction.