Topsham, Devon

Description

Originally built in 1953, this detached property offers accommodation of 1623 sq. ft. The current owners have undertaken an impressive and comprehensive schedule of enlargement and improvement throughout, including new bathrooms, kitchen, underfloor heating in the sitting/dining room, triple and double glazed sliding aluminium windows, rewiring and replumbing.

Set back from the road, a new front door leads to the reception hallway. The substantial L shaped, open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room is a wonderful space. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units, double eye level Bosch ovens, 4 ring gas hob and cupboard with dishwasher. The sitting/dining area overlooks the garden, with doors to the patio, underfloor heating and space for wood burner. Of further note, on the ground floor is an office/studio/playroom, modern shower room and utility room.

A lovely turning oak staircase leads to the first floor with 3 double bedrooms, one with ensuite shower, and family bathroom.

The outside space is of particular note with gravelled driveway for 2 cars, and a pedestrian gate and path to the rear. There is a large patio with arbour. The remainder of the attractive level gardens are laid to lawn with established and colourful flower and shrub borders and vegetable beds. A path leads down to a substantial garden room with power and light, which could be an ideal office or gym. Subject to planning, there is potential for it as ancillary accommodation.

SERVICES: The vendor has advised the following: Mains gas serving the central heating boiler and hot water, mains electricity, water and drainage. Broadband speed between 16 mbps and 1000 mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property. The property is in Residents Parking Permit Zone T1.

Situation

Topsham is a well-known town full of history with character period cottages and houses, perfectly blended with a range of more modern homes. The excellent amenities range from a splendid individual-styled parade of shops, to churches, restaurants, several pubs, a school and a bowling and sailing club. There are frequent bus services and a train link between Exmouth and Exeter. Topsham lies within easy access of the M5 and also comfortable commuting distance of Exeter Airport. The town was listed at the time of Domesday as Topeshant and flourished as an estuary port for nigh on five centuries. Topsham also became world-renowned for ship-building reaching its zenith between 1750 and 1870.

Directions

From the Topsham office, head along Exeter Road in the direction of Exeter. Just before the rugby club, opposite Bewick Avenue, turn left into the service road, and the property can be found on the left hand side.