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" A colonial style detached three bedroom bungalow, originally built in the 1920s which has recently undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment and modernisation, including the construction of a contemporary style cedar-clad extension which beautifully complements the characterful features of the original building. The works have been completed in the last two years and have included the installation of an entrance porch, new shower room with contemporary sanitary ware, utility room, whilst the main body of the property has been altered to provide a delightful open plan kitchen/breakfast room fitted with an excellent range of Neff built-in appliances. The bungalow now provides spacious and versatile accommodation with a contemporary feel and a light and airy aspect provided by the original bay windows to the front and the French style doors which open from the sitting room on to a verandah which enjoys superb views over the town toward the open countryside beyond.

SITUATION The property is located along a quiet no-through road and occupies a private plot in an elevated position enjoying some delightful views across Tavistock towards the open countryside beyond.
Tavistock is a thriving market town adjoining the western edge of the Dartmoor National Park and was in 2004 voted the winner of a nationwide survey undertaken by the Council for the Protection of Rural England involving 120 other market towns. Among the assets taken into consideration were history, architecture, community spirit, planning sensitivity, recreational facilities and individuality of shops and businesses. Additional attractions include a hospital, a bustling Pannier Market and a full range of schools both State and Private. Indeed Tavistock can claim to have everything adding up to a quality of life which would be hard to rival.
Plymouth is only 15 miles away with fast Inter City rail links to London, Bristol and the North. Also there is a Civil airport offering regular internal and continental flights plus ferry services to Roscoff, Brittany and Santander, Northern Spain.
DESCRIPTION A colonial style detached bungalow, originally built in the 1920s which has recently undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment and modernisation, including the construction of an architect-designed contemporary style cedar-clad extension which beautifully complements the characterful features of the original building. The works have been completed in the last two years and have included the installation of an entrance lobby, new shower room with contemporary sanitary ware, utility room and workshop, whilst the main body of the property has been altered to provide a delightful open plan kitchen/breakfast room fitted with an excellent range of Neff built-in appliances, as well as a recently refurbished family bathroom. There is also scope to provide a self contained annexe.
The bungalow now provides spacious and versatile accommodation with a contemporary feel and a light and airy aspect provided by the original bay windows and the French style doors which open from the sitting room on to a verandah which enjoys superb views over the town toward the open countryside beyond. The accommodation comprises an entrance lobby, utility room, shower room, inner corridor giving access to the remaining accommodation and open entrance into the kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room, dining room, ensuite master bedroom, two further bedrooms and a recently refurbished family bathroom.
Outside the property sits centrally within its own plot which provides a good degree of privacy and is surrounded by landscaped gardens with a driveway to the side providing parking for several vehicles. ACCOMMODATION Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as follows:-
From the driveway, there is a double glazed entrance doors with courtesy light into:
ENTRANCE LOBBY Inset ceiling lights; wall light; tiled floor; electric underfloor heating; sliding oak doors into the shower room and: UTILITY ROOM 2.57m(8'5'') x 1.78m(5'10'') Double glazed obscure door to the side aspect; double glazed window to the front giving access to the gardens; continuation tiled floor; electric underfloor heating; range of wall and base units incorporating a deep stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap above and space under for a washing machine and tumble dryer; wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler for the central heating and hot water; part-tiled walls; hanging sheila's maid clothes airer; coat pegs and inset ceiling lights. SHOWER ROOM 1.98m(6'6'') x 1.70m(5'7'') Double glazed window to the front aspect; contemporary suite comprising contemporary wall hung concealed cistern WC, inset hand washbasin with mixer tap over, walk-in shower with glazed screen, incorporating a mains shower; fully tiled walls and floor; electric underfloor heating; heated towel rail, inset ceiling lights and extractor fan. The entrance lobby opens into: INNER HALL Open plan, this gives access to the remaining accommodation, has an engineered oak floor; inset ceiling lights; glazed loft access; two radiators; open entrance into: KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 5.41m(17'9'') x 3.35m(11'0'') 2.67m(8'9) ceiling height.
Double glazed window to the side aspect; folding oak double glazed doors to the garden; excellent range of wall and base units with solid oak work surfaces, incorporating a Franke stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over; range of integral Neff appliances including an oven and grill, five ring gas hob with stainless steel hood and extractor fan over; integral fridge/freezer; dishwasher; continuation engineered oak flooring; inset ceiling lights with dimmer switch controls; radiator.
SITTING ROOM 5.13m(16'10'') x 4.04m(13'3'') 2.92m(9'7) ceiling height.
French doors with adjacent glazed panels to either side, enjoying moorland views, opening to the verandah; feature open fireplace with granite hearth, wood mantel and surround; picture rail. DINING ROOM 4.93m(16'2'') x 3.66m(12'0'') 2.72m(8'11) ceiling height.
Bay window to the side enjoying the moorland views; former fireplace with oak surround; marble hearth and recess to either side; radiator. BEDROOM ONE 3.68m(12'1'') x 3.68m(12'1'') Into the bay window. Plus doorway. 2.64m(8'8) ceiling height.
Bay window to the side aspect enjoying the views; inset ceiling lights; radiator. ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM Suite comprising low level WC, pedestal wash basin, shower cubicle with electric shower, light and extractor fan; fully tiled walls; inset ceiling lights. BEDROOM TWO 3.63m(11'11'') x 2.44m(8'0'') 2.69m(8'10) ceiling height.
Double glazed window to the rear aspect; radiator. BEDROOM THREE 3.33m(10'11'') x 2.69m(8'10'') To the side of the built-in wardrobes. 2.69m(8'10) ceiling height.
Double glazed window to the rear aspect; good range of built-in wardrobes and cupboards; radiator. FAMILY BATHROOM 2.82m(9'3'') x 2.51m(8'3'') 2.69m(8'10) ceiling height.
Obscure double glazed window to the side aspect; traditional Edwardian-style suite comprising medium level WC, bidet, pedestal wash basin with mixer tap over, bath with central mixer tap, shower attachment over; part-tiled and part-panelled walls; ceiling track lighting. OUTSIDE The property is approached from the roadside by an openentrance on to a gravel driveway with parking for three/four vehicles. GARDENS
The gardens provide a good deal of privacy and being enclosed by a mixture of laurel hedge and panel fence boundaries, with the bungalow sitting centrally in the plot. The gardens are a pleasant mixture of lawn interspersed with dry stone walls and paths and raised borders planted with a wide range of mature shrubs,trees and bushes that has been designed by the current owner but leaves scope for new owners to leave their mark. From the sitting room is an imposing verandah which provides an excellent sitting area from which to enjoy the delightful views. On one side of the gardens there is a wooden workshop.
WORKSHOP Integral workshop with light tube providing natural light. CAR PORT Planning was approved for a car port in August 2008, Application No 12049/2008/Tav. SERVICES Mains metered water, gas, electricity and mains drainage. OUTGOINGS We understand this property is in band 'C' for Council Tax purposes. VIEWING By appointment with MANSBRIDGE & BALMENT on 01822 612345.
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These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
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