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3 bedroom detached house for sale

Duchy Drive, Preston, Paignton

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • CHARACTERFUL DETACHED HOUSE
  • BACKING ON TO SCADDON WOODS
  • HIGHLY SORT AFTER AREA
  • GARAGE AND DRIVEWAY

Description

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION A spacious period home with large rooms, high ceilings, picture rails, and original features, combined with practical additions including a garage, storage, and a generous woodland-backed garden. Set in a desirable position backing directly onto Scaddon Woods, the property also benefits from a garage, additional storage, and a generous rear garden. Duchy Drive offers character, space, and location in equal measure. 

PORCH Accessed via UPVC double doors, the porch features terracotta tiled flooring and provides a useful buffer from outside. A further wooden internal door leads into the main house.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY A wide and impressive entrance hallway showcasing original wooden floorboards, high ceilings, and an open staircase, creating a strong sense of space and character from the moment you enter.

LOUNGE A bright and welcoming reception room with wooden floorboards, a large UPVC double-glazed bay window with stained-glass effect, and a gas fire forming a central focal point. A well-balanced room suited to both everyday living and entertaining.

UTILITY ROOM A practical space housing the electric consumer unit, meter, and offering room for a washer dryer and fridge, helping to keep the main living areas clutter-free.

SHOWER ROOM A Bright and practical room offering a w/c, vanity wash basin and an electric walk in shower. Also access to the rear patio/garden is next to the downstairs toilet.

KITCHEN The kitchen provides a functional layout with an electric oven, space for a dishwasher and freezer, and a radiator. An electric fire is currently installed, with an open fireplace behind (chimney may require lining). An understairs cupboard houses the boiler and offers additional storage.

DINING ROOM / CONSERVATORY Flowing from the kitchen, this versatile room works well as a dining area or additional sitting space. A radiator allows for comfortable year-round use, making it ideal for family meals or relaxed entertaining.

BEDROOM 3 A small double bedroom featuring a radiator, hard tile-effect flooring, and a UPVC double-glazed window. Suitable as a guest room, child’s bedroom, or secondary office.

BEDROOM 2 A large and well-proportioned bedroom with a large UPVC corner window, allowing excellent natural light and giving the room a bright, open feel. Ideal as a principal or secondary bedroom.

BEDROOM 1 A generous double bedroom offering ample space for wardrobes and furniture, complete with a radiator and a large UPVC double-glazed window.

BATHROOM A fully tiled family bathroom comprising a bath with shower over, WC, wash basin, and a heated towel rail, finished in a clean and practical style.

OFFICE A dedicated office space with a window, also housing the hot water boiler—ideal for home working, study, or additional storage.

GARAGE & STORAGE The property benefits from a garage, providing secure parking or storage. To the rear of the garage is an additional attached storage room, offering further space for tools, bikes, or garden equipment.

GARDEN The rear garden begins with a level brick-paved seating area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Beyond this lies a large lawned garden, creating a peaceful and private space that backs directly onto Scadson Woods which lead to Cockington Park area, offering a natural outlook and a sense of seclusion.

AGENTS NOTES These details are meant as a guide only. Any mention of planning permission, loft rooms, extensions etc, does not imply they have all the necessary consents, building control etc. Photographs, measurements, floorplans are also for guidance only and are not necessarily to scale or indicative of size or items included in the sale. Commentary regarding length of lease, maintenance charges etc is based on information supplied to us and may have changed. We recommend you make your own enquiries via your legal representative over any matters that concern you prior to agreeing to purchase.

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Band: E
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Taylors (Torbay) Ltd, Torquay

256 Torquay Road, Preston, Paignton, TQ3 2EZ
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Newly established in 2014, Taylor's represents a coming together of the principle senior

staff of what was previously Coast & Country properties in Paignton.

Taylor's, through the quality of our personnel, are offering a level of service and

commitment to vendors and landlords that they will not be used to experiencing. We will

look to ensure that properties are both sold and let for the highest achievable figures whilst

delivering the peace of mind and professionalism that the challenges of moving home

represents.

Years of success within agency has allowed the partnership to have the honour of being the

only member of the highly prestigious guild of professional estate agents in Paignton, which

further strengthens the proposition offered to clients.

Whether you are looking to buy, sell, rent, or require in house mortgage advise, Taylors

offer a complete range of property related services allowing us to deliver on your behalf.

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