Penleonard Close, Exeter, Devon, EX2

An attractive 1930's family home, set in a beautiful garden in the heart of St. Leonards.

Description

Nestled in a sought-after and peaceful road in the heart of St. Leonards, Trelawne is an attractive family home offering a wealth of charm, character, and tremendous potential. While the property retains its traditional period features, it is in need of some modernisation, and sits within a beautiful southerly facing garden.

Built in the 1930's the property offers just over 1,900 sq. feet of flexible family accommodation. Upon entering, a welcoming entrance hall has a useful cloak area and WC under the stairs, and leads into the spacious reception rooms. The sitting room is generously sized, with a delightful double aspect over the garden. The dining room, equally well-proportioned, also benefits from a double aspect and large windows that fill the room with natural light. At the rear of the property, the kitchen, while functional, offers good space and opportunity for modernising, with a separate pantry and an adjacent breakfast room. The ground floor is completed by a further WC and storage cupboard.

Upstairs, the first floor accommodates four bedrooms, each offering light and airy accommodation with attractive views over the garden. The principal bedroom is spacious, with built-in storage, with the second bedroom enjoying its own double aspect. The remaining bedrooms offer flexibility, ideal for a growing family, home offices, or guest rooms. As well as the bathroom and additional WC, the upstairs also includes a workshop room (giving access to the loft) that could be converted to an additional single bedroom or an office/study.

The property is superbly positioned and tucked away in approximately a quarter of an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens, with a wonderful front lawn, feature pond, and mature borders that have lovingly been cared for and created over the owners’ 50 year ownership. The driveway leads to a detached garage and summer house, offering ample storage space. There is also a garden shed and workshop, ideal for extra storage or hobbies.

Trelawne is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a character home in a highly sought-after Exeter location, with the potential to modernise and create a truly bespoke family home. With its spacious interiors, excellent gardens, and proximity to the city's amenities and private schools, this property presents a rare opportunity for those looking to put their own stamp on a home.

Location

Penleonard Close is situated in the highly sought-after St Leonards area of Exeter. The location is hard to beat, being positioned in a cul-de-sac, away from passing traffic, just off Lyndhurst Road and parallel to Victoria Park Road, both considered to be the premier roads in the area.

Leafy St Leonards is favoured for its village atmosphere, within walking distance of the heart of the city. Magdalen Road, just half a mile away, offers a range of amenities, including a farm shop, cheese shop and delicatessen, as well as various restaurants, cafes, and a pub.

St Leonards is renowned for its wealth of excellent schooling, including St Leonards Primary, Exeter School, and The Maynard, all within approximately half a mile of the property.

Exeter is a thriving city, with its university recognised as one of the best in the country. The city boasts a wide array of cultural offerings, with multiple theatres, cinemas, museums, and arts centres, alongside excellent shopping and dining options, including Princesshay Shopping Centre, Guildhall Food Halls, John Lewis, and a Waitrose supermarket.

There are extensive recreational facilities along the River Exe, including fishing, cycling, walking, kayaking, rowing, and paddleboarding, to name just a few. Among the many gyms and leisure centres in and around the city, there is a David Lloyd Club at Sandy Park, home to the Exeter Chiefs.

The M5 motorway provides excellent links to London, Cornwall, and the Midlands. Exeter is served by two mainline train stations with regular services to London Paddington in just over two hours. The International Airport offers flights to many UK and international destinations.

Square Footage: 1,903 sq ft



Directions

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From the Western Way, turn onto Magdalen Road and proceed past the high street to the first set of traffic lights. Turn right onto St Leonards Road and, after 250 yards, turn left onto Wonford Road. Take the third left-hand turning onto Lyndhurst Road. Proceed along Lyndhurst Road, following the road round to the right, and Penleonard Close will be on you left. The property is the end house on the right.

Additional Info

Services: Mains gas, water and drainage, electricity.

Photos taken Spring 2025