The Square, Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1

Occupying an impressive end position within a private gated square in the historic Stonehouse area of Plymouth, this remarkable Grade II Listed Georgian townhouse dates from 1806 and offers a rare combination of period character, generous proportions and versatile accommodation. Originally built as a residence for one of the naval surgeons associated with the nearby hospital, the property has a fascinating history, including a period as an officers’ mess. Constructed from local limestone, the five-storey house retains a wealth of character, including sash windows, fireplaces, plaster cornicing and impressive room proportions.

The accommodation extends to three reception rooms, six bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the lower ground floor offering potential for use as a self-contained annexe, subject to any necessary consents. The first floor is particularly appealing, incorporating a private sitting room, substantial bedroom and en-suite bathroom, creating an excellent private suite. Tall windows and generous ceiling heights provide an abundance of natural light, enhancing the sense of space throughout.

Outside, there is an enclosed rear garden and private parking, with gas central heating. The property would benefit from some remedial works and redecoration. A roof leak has been addressed, although some associated plaster and decorative damage remains, principally within the four-storey stairwell. Further investigative work would be recommended.

The conservation area of Millfields is within easy reach of the sea and Plymouth city centre, the property combines an enviable location with the privacy and security of its gated setting. A truly distinctive Grade II Listed Georgian residence offering fascinating history, exceptional proportions and highly versatile accommodation.

AGENTS’ NOTE: 999-year lease granted 3rd August 1995. Service Charge - please ask agent

Reception Hall

An adaptable space with floor to ceiling bookshelves, built-in storage, stripped wood flooring and doors to:-

Drawing Room

6.45m x 4.6m (21' 2" x 15' 1") A very impressive and bright room with three large windows to the front elevation. Original marble fireplace with fitted multi-fuel stove. Plaster cornicing and picture rail. Stripped wood flooring Large glazed doors to;

Kitchen

5.15m x 3.0m (16' 11" x 9' 10") Large sash window to rear garden. Gas fired Aga range flanked by fitted cupboard units with worktops over. Inset 'butler' type sink unit. Fitted glass-fronted storage cupboards. Door back to hallway.

Garden Room

3.2m x 5.7m (10' 6" x 18' 8") Two windows and glazed door to rear garden. Stone tiled floor. Fitted wash basin. Doorway and staircase to lower ground floor.

Lower Ground Floor Hallway

Door to sitting room and external door to front elevation. Stone tiled floor.

Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room

5.3m x 4.8m (17' 5" x 15' 9") External door to rear garden. Window to rear. Stone tiled floor. Kitchen area comprising a range of fitted cupboards with worktops over. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Inset stainless steel sink unit. Space for slot-in cooker with extractor canopy over. Three built in storage cupboards, one of which houses the gas fired central heating boiler.

Inner Hallway

With Stone tiled floor, doors to:-

Bedroom 1

4.45m x 3.35m (14' 7" x 11' 0") Window to front. Stripped wood floor.

Bathroom

Window to front elevation. Stone tiled floor. Fitted suite of panelled bath, wash basin and WC, finished in white. Heated towel rail/radiator.

First Floor Landing

Two windows to side. Stairs out to second floor. Doors to:-

Shower Room 1

2.25m x 1.8m (7' 5" x 5' 11") Fitted suite of quadrant shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. Extractor fan.

Sitting Room

4.9m x 4.1m (16' 1" x 13' 5") This room, together with the next bedroom and en-suite bathroom makes the first floor a fabulous master suite. If preferred, the sitting room could be used as another bedroom, once access to the bedroom is made from the landing.
Large sash window to rear. Two built in cupboards. Plaster cornicing. Picture rail. Stripped wood floor. Wide opening with bi-fold doors to;

Bedroom 2

4.9m x 3.7m (16' 1" x 12' 2") Two sash windows to front. Stripped wood floor. Plaster cornicing and picture rail. Door to;

En Suite Bathroom

2.9m x 2.25m (9' 6" x 7' 5") Sash window to front. Well fitted with an antique style suite of slipper bath, WC with high-level flush and shell wash basin set in a marble-topped vanity unit. Heated towel rail/radiator. Stripped wood floor.

Second Floor Landing

Two windows to side. Stairs out to third floor. Doors to:-

Bedroom

5.0m x 4.1m (16' 5" x 13' 5") Large sash window to rear. Stripped wood floor. Two large built-in cupboards.

Bedroom 3

6.5m x 4.9m (21' 4" x 16' 1") Three sash windows to front. Marble fireplace with fitted multi-fuel stove. Stripped wood floor.

Third Floor Landing

Door to

Bedroom 4

4.8m x 4.8m (15' 9" x 15' 9") Dormer window to rear. Stripped wood floor. Door to

Shower Room 2

1.9m x 1.95m (6' 3" x 6' 5") with white suite of WC, wash basin and tiled shower. Extractor fan.

Bedroom 5

5.65m x 4.45m (18' 6" x 14' 7") Dormer window to front. Stripped wood floor.

OUTSIDE

To the side of the house are two designated parking spaces.
The main garden area lies to the rear of the house and is enclosed by a stone wall. South-facing and laid mainly to hard landscaping for ease of maintenance, the garden is kept colourful by well stocked flower and shrub borders. There is direct access to the garden from both ground floor and lower ground floor levels, as well as via a side gate from the street.
To the front of the house at lower ground floor level is a light well, enclosed by railings at ground level, which gives access to a good size storage area under the pavement.