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,
,
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,
but we are dedicated to giving you everything you need to make smart property decisions. Here's a snippet, and if you'd like to view the full thing, just click to expand.
"
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.
"