Welcome to Fir Lodge The Avenue, Taunton, a charming and spacious detached type home with 5 bed in the TA1 1EB area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built 1930-1949 and has a reported internal area of 140 internal square metres
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £144,300 and a rental potential of £938 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to May 7, 2015. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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SUMMARY
A spacious, outstanding and rarely available detached residence enjoying a very convenient and accessible location at the end of a private road and close to Taunton's town centre. VIEWING IS ESSENTIAL!
DESCRIPTION
Wrought iron double gates open to the enclosed front garden and stoned chipped driveway proving off road parking for 3-4 vehicles. Here there is access to the garage, the front entrance and lawns continuing across the front and side elevations. The attractive and fully enclosed front garden enjoys a good degree of privacy and is mostly laid to level lawn making it ideal for families with children and pets. Various trees, shrubs and flower beds border the lawns and to one end of the garden are double gates opening to a further hardstanding ideal for a caravan, trailers etc.
Entrance Porch
uPVC obscured double glazed front door opening to a welcoming entrance porch with light neutral decor, tiled floor, space for display furniture and further obscure double glazed door opening to;
Main Hallway
Spacious and beautifully presented hallway enjoys character features as such as dado rails, ceiling rose and cornicing, picture rails, stripped Oak floors and banisters. Other benefits include under stair cupboards providing further storage and hanging space for coats, radiator, telephone point and doors opening to;
Cloakroom 5' 7" x 3' 6" ( 1.70m x 1.07m )
Attractively presented and featuring a side facing UPVC obscure double glazed window, tiled flooring, radiator, cornicing and a suite including a flush WC and wash hand basin.
Living Room 13' 11" x 11' 11" + bay ( 4.24m x 3.63m + bay )
A generous, light and airy reception room featuring a large front facing bay with UPVC double glazed windows, polished wooden floor, cornicing, dado and picture rails, high skirting boards, radiator, chimney breast with recesses to either side and Sky connection point. The focal point of the room is a fantastic period style open fire place with tiled hearth and wooden mantle.
Dining Room 13' 10" x 10' 11" max ( 4.22m x 3.33m max )
Another well-proportioned reception room featuring a front facing UPVC double glazed window, telephone point, inset ceiling spotlights, dado and picture rails, high skirting boards and polished wooden floors. Additional benefits include radiator, chimney breast with recesses to either side and ample space for a large dining room table and chairs. The focal point of the room is an open style fireplace currently used for display purposes. An Archway leads through to;
Kitchen 21' 9" x 8' 10" ( 6.63m x 2.69m )
Upgraded by the current owners, this fantastic light and airy room has been extended and now provides a large kitchen/breakfast room and separate utility area. Features include inset spotlights, , rear facing UPVC double glazed windows, double doors to the garden and further door to the conservatory. The kitchen comprises of a matching range of modern white gloss wall and base units with roll edge work surfaces, tiled splash backs, ceramic drainer sink with mixer tap, access to the central heating boiler and integrated appliances to include a five ring Whirlpool gas hob with cooker hood over and electric oven under, dishwasher and further space and plumbing for an American style fridge freezer. Door opens through to;
Conservatory 9' 1" x 8' 7" max ( 2.77m x 2.62m max )
Double glazed wooden windows to all sides. power points, radiator and space for a range of seating. This provides excellent additional accommodation to entertain and double doors open out to the rear garden.
Utility 8' 11" x 4' 5" ( 2.72m x 1.35m )
Presented in matching decor and flooring, featuring a rear facing UPVC double glazed window and a range of matching wall and base units, roll edge work surfaces, tiled splash backs, one and a half bowl drainer sink with mixer tap and space/plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A door opens to;
Garage 19' 1" max x 11' 3" max ( 5.82m max x 3.43m max )
A larger than average single garage providing excellent storage or workshop space as required. The garage features an up and over door and a separate side facing UPVC double glazed door providing potential to create annex accommodation incorporating the extension above (subject to necessary regulations/consent). The garage also features a range of fitted work surfaces, wall and base level cupboards, power points and access to the gas meter.
First Floor Landing
Spanning the width of the property, this landing area has been cleverly designed to incorporate a study area with a front facing UPVC double glazed window and space for a small computer desk, radiator, loft access and period style wooden doors opening to;
Master Bedroom 11' 7" + doorway x 12' ( 3.53m + doorway x 3.66m )
A beautifully presented master bedroom featuring front and rear facing UPVC double glazed windows, radiator, ceiling beams, dado and picture rails, TV aerial point and ample space for a large double bed and range of bedroom furniture. Doors open to a walk in wardrobe with fitted hanging space and en-suite shower room.
En-Suite Shower Room 6' 6" x 5' 1" max ( 1.98m x 1.55m max )
Featuring exposed ceiling beams, dado and picture rails, radiator, extractor fan and a suite to include a flush WC, hand wash basin upon work surface and a corner shower cubicle with tiled walls and mains shower within.
Bathroom Irregular Shaped Room 7' 8" max x 5' 7" max ( 2.34m max x 1.70m)
Beautifully presented and featuring a rear facing UPVC double glazed window, radiator, cornicing, tiled floors and walls and an attractive white suite comprising a low level WC, hand wash basin and claw and ball bath with mixer tap and shower head attachment.
Bedroom Five 7' 11" + cupboard x 7' 8" ( 2.41m + cupboard x 2.34m )
Good sized single bedroom featuring a rear facing UPVC double glazed window, light neutral decor, picture rails, radiator and recessed cupboard with fitted shelving.
Bedroom Four 11' 2" max x 10' 9" max ( 3.40m max x 3.28m max )
Another good sized double bedroom with light neutral decor and featuring a rear facing UPVC double glazed window looking over the rear garden, radiator and room for a large double bed and a range of bedroom furniture.
Bedroom Two 11' 2" x 11' 2" ( 3.40m x 3.40m )
A generous double bedroom which features a front facing uPVC double glazed window, radiator, loft access and ample space for a large double bed and range of bedroom furniture.
Bedroom Three 11' 1" max x 11' 11" ( 3.38m max x 3.63m )
A good sized double bedroom featuring a front facing UPVC double glazed window, radiator, chimney breast with recess to one side and fitted cupboard to the other and space for a double bed and a range of furniture.
Rear Garden
Accessed from a raised deck area from the conservatory whilst, double doors from the kitchen also open onto a raised patio area, both ideal for entertaining. A few steps lead down from both to the remainder of the rear garden which is laid to paved patio and slate, bordered by raised flower beds and enjoying a good degree of privacy with hedgerow, trees and tanalised timber fencing to all sides. A feature of the rear garden is the large pond with a small waterfall and an oriental style pergola, creating an attractive space in which to entertain. Moving around to the side there is space for a large garden shed and several water butts. From here a gate opens to the remainder of the side garden. Here there is access to a double glazed greenhouse and further lawns.
DIRECTIONS
Proceed out of Taunton along North Street, passing Debenhams and over the bridge into Bridge Street, passing through the first set of traffic lights before bearing left at the second set into Staplegrove Road. Continue along Staplegrove Road passing the Kings Arms before taking the next available right hand turn into The Avenue. Continue up The Avenue as the road bears left into Elm Grove continue straight ahead and the property can be found on the right hand side.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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Tax band F
710 sqm plot
