Western Road, The Lodge Western Road, EX17

Steeped in local history, the main building of The Lodge started life as a workhouse, built in the 1830’s.  It was later used as a hospital and expanded with extensions and additions creating what is there today. In the 1980/90’s it was converted into apartments with 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments forming the majority of the main buildings. One of the later additions is this semi-detached bungalow, different to most dwellings at The Lodge due to having no-one above or below. Also, it’s freehold (the majority are leasehold) and it owns its own private garden area and its own parking spaces.

The current owner has transformed the property into a light, contemporary home whilst retaining many of the original features. The high ceilings, the sash windows and parquet floor remind you that it’s not a new build home. It does however have the mod-cons with a luxury bathroom, a modern fitted kitchen and the décor is very up to date and adds to the feeling of space and light. The main living space is cleverly zoned by the flooring to give living and dining spaces and the kitchen is easily accessible from the living areas. There are three bedrooms, plus the aforementioned bathroom with a shower over the bath and illuminated wall niches adding to the style.   

Agents’ Notes: The windows are in need of renovation/replacement, this is not imminent but will be required – this is reflected in the guide price.   I

It will be noted on a viewing that there is extra space available to utilise above the suspended ceiling. Combines with the roof space, it maybe possible to create further storage depending on design.

Please see the floorplan for room sizes.

Current Council Tax: Band A – Mid Devon 2024/25- £1664.05

Approx Age: Converted 1990’s

Construction Notes: Brick under slate

Utilities: Mains electric, water, telephone & broadband

Broadband within this postcode: Superfast Enabled

Drainage: Mains drainage

Heating: Plug in radiators

Listed: Yes – Grade II

Conservation Area: No

Tenure: Freehold

CREDITON : An ancient market town, with a contemporary feel – only a short, 20-minute drive NW from the city of Exeter. Set in the Vale of the River Creedy, amongst gentle, rolling hills and verdant pastures. Sincerely picture postcard. Once the capital of Devon, Crediton is famed for its inspiring sandstone church and for being the birthplace of Saint Boniface in 680 AD. Its high street is a vibrant place, abuzz with trade –artisan coffee shops, roaring pubs, a farmers’ market and bakeries, jam-packed with mouthwatering delights. For those commuting it has hassle free transport links into Exeter and for schooling a prestigious community college (Queen Elizabeth’s). In addition, it boasts a brilliant gym & leisure centre for New Year’s resolutions, two supermarkets for the weekly shop and a trading estate for any practical needs. All neatly held in a single valley.

DIRECTIONS : For sat-nav use EX17 3RD and the What3Words address is ///farm.back.bandaged but if you want the traditional directions, please read on.

If in Crediton High Street, proceed West to The Green and carry straight on along Western Road. Once reaching the entrance to The Lodge/Crediton Hospital, turn into the main entrance and then the property will be found on the right hand side before reaching the main car park of The Lodge. For viewings, it maybe easier to park in the main car park and walk to the property.