Property history of Broadacre, Gulworthy, Tavistock PL19 8HX, 18th Jul 2009
Previously listed for sale on
18th Jul 2009
£349,950
- 3 bedroom detached house
Property info
Property features
- T8574
- Kitchen/breakfast Room
- Three Double Bedrooms
- Upvc Double Glazing
- Gas Fired Central Heating
- Garage
- Gardens
- Panoramic Views
Property description
A detached bungalow set within private grounds of approximately one acre. The spacious accommodation comprises: Living Room; Study; Sun Room; Kitchen/Breakfast Room; Dining Room; Three Double Bedrooms (one with en-suite); Bathroom; uPVC Double Glazing; Gas Fired Central Heating; Double Garage; Gardens; Views.
The bungalow is located about two and a half miles from the centre of Tavistock on high ground and enjoying fabulous far reaching views over the surrounding countryside within private grounds of approximately one acre.
Tavistock is a thriving market town situated on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and was voted top of a list of 120 market towns in 2004 in a survey run by the Council for the Protection of Rural England in its countryside character campaign based on retaining individuality and distinctiveness, sensitive planning and new development, architecture, sense of history, thriving shops and business, and community spirit. This was quoted in the major daily broadsheets including The Telegraph, The Guardian and The Independent. It has good shopping facilities and a full range of state schools plus several public schools, including preparatory and a senior college. Recreational facilities include golf courses, cricket, rugby, football and tennis clubs and all indoor sports. Scenic walks abound. Tavistock is 15 miles from Plymouth where there is a civil airport offering regular internal and continental flights, a cross Channel ferry service to Roscoff, Brittany, and a British Rail Inter City service to London, Bristol and the North.
A traditionally built 1930's detached bungalow which has been the subject over the years of extension and considerable improvement, enjoying semi-rural surroundings and standing within private grounds of approximately one acre. Approached via a carriage driveway, this attractive home has the benefit of a conventional gas fired central heating system through radiators, and uPVC double glazed windows and doors throughout. Beautifully presented, the accommodation is surprisingly spacious with separate reception areas, a re-fitted kitchen and three double bedrooms, the master of which having an en-suite shower room.
The property has excellent road frontage and there is a large double garage situated at one side with double doors to the rear, affording access for the ride-on mower, essential for the upkeep of the splendid lawned gardens. Within these gardens is an attractive water feature, area of decking and a separate five-bar gate at the end of the garden gives access onto a separate drive for additional parking at the back.
Reference made to any fixtures, 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:
UPVC double glazed door into:
Enclosed porch 3.43m(11'3'') x 1.04m(3'5'')
With ceramic tiled floor; spotlights; panel glazed door into:
Hall 5.18m(17'0'') x 3.43m(11'3'') at widest point
1.02m(3'4) at narrowest point
Coved ceiling; wall light points with dimmer switch controls; access via trap door to insulated and boarded loft space via fold-down pine ladder; cluster of spotlights; door to:
Study 4.19m(13'9'') x 2.26m(7'5'')
Raised fireplace with crazy paved hearth; fitted wall to wall shelving unit, desk and storage cupboards; coved ceiling; spotlights; radiator; further book shelving and archway through to:
Living room 3.81m(12'6'') x 3.38m(11'1'')
Hole in the wall fireplace with fitted Villager woodburning stove, log store below and raised crazy paved hearth; display mantle; double radiator; uPVC double glazed window; coved ceiling and picture rail; wall light points; archway to:
Dining room 3.02m(9'11'') x 3.73m(12'3'')
(currently used as a family room)
Raised Villager woodburning stove with log store below and raised crazy paved hearth (as described in living room); coved ceiling; picture rail; fitted shelving; bottle racks; displays etc. With background lighting; overhead storage cupboards; coved and textured ceiling; picture rail; double radiator; door to walk-in shelved storage cupboard; archway through to:
Sun room 5.18m(17'0'') x 2.90m(9'6'')
(currently used as a dining room) also accessible from the living room
With double French doors onto patio; full height double glazed windows affording views over the grounds and surrounding countryside; double radiator; dimmer switch controls to ceiling light; wall light points.
Kitchen/breakfast room 3.84m(12'7'') x 2.59m(8'6'')
Double aspect; with fitted wooden worksurface incorporating stainless steel sink and single drainer with hot and cold mixer tap; fitted gas fired Rangemaster oven; range of storage cupboards and matching drawers; space for fridge/freezer; partially tiled walls; full ceramic tiled floor; high level cupboard housing electric meter; double radiator; strip light; square arch through to:
Utility room 2.21m(7'3'') x 1.45m(4'9'')
Double aspect; door to outside; continuation fully tiled floor from kitchen; plumbing for washing machine; wall hung Vaillant boiler for central heating and domestic hot water; partially tiled walls; storage for gas meter.
Master bedroom suite 5.08m(16'8'') x 3.35m(11'0'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; BT point; casement doors onto an area of decking; square arch through to:
En-suite shower room 3.61m(11'10'') x 1.73m(5'8'')
Refitted and fully tiled; a white suite comprising of a large corner glazed shower cubicle with double opening doors and wall hung Triton Bewitch thermostatically controlled shower unit; wooden vanity worksurface with His & Hers wash hand basins with chrome hot and cold mixer taps over and smoke effect mirror background; close coupled low level w.C. With button flush cistern; frosted window; cluster of spotlights, recessed spotlights and a wall hung radiator/heated towel rail.
Bedroom two 3.07m(10'1'') x 3.02m(9'11'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; wash hand basin with splashback tiles; shaver light and point.
Bedroom three 3.61m(11'10'') x 3.12m(10'3'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; uPVC double glazed window; pedestal wash hand basin with splashback tiles; shaver light and point.
Family bathroom 2.29m(7'6'') x 1.57m(5'2'')
Three piece suite comprising panel enclosed bath with fully tiled surrounds and separate wall hung independently controlled chrome shower with hot and cold mixer taps; low level w.C. With wooden seat; pedestal wash hand basin; fully tiled walls; radiator; uPVC frosted double glazed window; panelled ceiling with recessed spotlights; medicine cabinet.
The property is approached via a neat gravelled carriage driveway which extends partially to the front of the property and is bordered in part by an area of lawn with established firs and rhododendron hedging and a high established Devon bank. Adjacent to the property is a:
Detached double garage 7.52m(24'8'') x 5.84m(19'2'')
(interior dimensions)
With pitched roof for storage; four-fold electric up-and-over door; range of electrical sockets; four sets of striplights; double doors to rear; separate uPVC personal door to side.
Between the garage and the bungalow is a white-washed wall with central wrought iron gate giving access from the front to the extensive gravelled area which extends the full width of the property to the rear and is bordered by timber fencing, paved area and an extensive area of decking to one side. Beyond this area and adjacent to the garage is an extensive water feature with wooden footbridge, waterfall and fountain.
The main gardens are an exceptional feature of this property being level and generally laid to lawn interspersed with various trees, some privet hedging, rhododendron bushes etc. And generally bordered by Devon banks. A split five-bar vehicular and pedestrian gate gives access from the back road onto a slate-chipped private driveway and which provides parking for several further vehicles. There is a further area of lawn to the other side of the property returning to the front lawns again bordered by Devon banks.
Outside tap situated to rear; greenhouse approx 12ft x 8ft also situated to rear; outside lighting to both front and rear.
Mains water, gas, electricity and private drainage via a septic tank.
We understand this property is in band 'E' for Council Tax purposes and the amount payable for the year 2008/2009 is £1799.31 (by verbal enquiry with West Devon Borough Council).
By appointment with mansbridge & balment on .
These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale. Copyright@Mansbridge & Balment 2008.
Purchasers are advised that there is a Home Information Pack for this property.
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.
Situation
The bungalow is located about two and a half miles from the centre of Tavistock on high ground and enjoying fabulous far reaching views over the surrounding countryside within private grounds of approximately one acre.
Tavistock is a thriving market town situated on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and was voted top of a list of 120 market towns in 2004 in a survey run by the Council for the Protection of Rural England in its countryside character campaign based on retaining individuality and distinctiveness, sensitive planning and new development, architecture, sense of history, thriving shops and business, and community spirit. This was quoted in the major daily broadsheets including The Telegraph, The Guardian and The Independent. It has good shopping facilities and a full range of state schools plus several public schools, including preparatory and a senior college. Recreational facilities include golf courses, cricket, rugby, football and tennis clubs and all indoor sports. Scenic walks abound. Tavistock is 15 miles from Plymouth where there is a civil airport offering regular internal and continental flights, a cross Channel ferry service to Roscoff, Brittany, and a British Rail Inter City service to London, Bristol and the North.
Description
A traditionally built 1930's detached bungalow which has been the subject over the years of extension and considerable improvement, enjoying semi-rural surroundings and standing within private grounds of approximately one acre. Approached via a carriage driveway, this attractive home has the benefit of a conventional gas fired central heating system through radiators, and uPVC double glazed windows and doors throughout. Beautifully presented, the accommodation is surprisingly spacious with separate reception areas, a re-fitted kitchen and three double bedrooms, the master of which having an en-suite shower room.
The property has excellent road frontage and there is a large double garage situated at one side with double doors to the rear, affording access for the ride-on mower, essential for the upkeep of the splendid lawned gardens. Within these gardens is an attractive water feature, area of decking and a separate five-bar gate at the end of the garden gives access onto a separate drive for additional parking at the back.
Accommodation
Reference made to any fixtures, 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:
UPVC double glazed door into:
Enclosed porch 3.43m(11'3'') x 1.04m(3'5'')
With ceramic tiled floor; spotlights; panel glazed door into:
Hall 5.18m(17'0'') x 3.43m(11'3'') at widest point
1.02m(3'4) at narrowest point
Coved ceiling; wall light points with dimmer switch controls; access via trap door to insulated and boarded loft space via fold-down pine ladder; cluster of spotlights; door to:
Study 4.19m(13'9'') x 2.26m(7'5'')
Raised fireplace with crazy paved hearth; fitted wall to wall shelving unit, desk and storage cupboards; coved ceiling; spotlights; radiator; further book shelving and archway through to:
Living room 3.81m(12'6'') x 3.38m(11'1'')
Hole in the wall fireplace with fitted Villager woodburning stove, log store below and raised crazy paved hearth; display mantle; double radiator; uPVC double glazed window; coved ceiling and picture rail; wall light points; archway to:
Dining room 3.02m(9'11'') x 3.73m(12'3'')
(currently used as a family room)
Raised Villager woodburning stove with log store below and raised crazy paved hearth (as described in living room); coved ceiling; picture rail; fitted shelving; bottle racks; displays etc. With background lighting; overhead storage cupboards; coved and textured ceiling; picture rail; double radiator; door to walk-in shelved storage cupboard; archway through to:
Sun room 5.18m(17'0'') x 2.90m(9'6'')
(currently used as a dining room) also accessible from the living room
With double French doors onto patio; full height double glazed windows affording views over the grounds and surrounding countryside; double radiator; dimmer switch controls to ceiling light; wall light points.
Kitchen/breakfast room 3.84m(12'7'') x 2.59m(8'6'')
Double aspect; with fitted wooden worksurface incorporating stainless steel sink and single drainer with hot and cold mixer tap; fitted gas fired Rangemaster oven; range of storage cupboards and matching drawers; space for fridge/freezer; partially tiled walls; full ceramic tiled floor; high level cupboard housing electric meter; double radiator; strip light; square arch through to:
Utility room 2.21m(7'3'') x 1.45m(4'9'')
Double aspect; door to outside; continuation fully tiled floor from kitchen; plumbing for washing machine; wall hung Vaillant boiler for central heating and domestic hot water; partially tiled walls; storage for gas meter.
Master bedroom suite 5.08m(16'8'') x 3.35m(11'0'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; BT point; casement doors onto an area of decking; square arch through to:
En-suite shower room 3.61m(11'10'') x 1.73m(5'8'')
Refitted and fully tiled; a white suite comprising of a large corner glazed shower cubicle with double opening doors and wall hung Triton Bewitch thermostatically controlled shower unit; wooden vanity worksurface with His & Hers wash hand basins with chrome hot and cold mixer taps over and smoke effect mirror background; close coupled low level w.C. With button flush cistern; frosted window; cluster of spotlights, recessed spotlights and a wall hung radiator/heated towel rail.
Bedroom two 3.07m(10'1'') x 3.02m(9'11'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; wash hand basin with splashback tiles; shaver light and point.
Bedroom three 3.61m(11'10'') x 3.12m(10'3'')
Coved ceiling; radiator; uPVC double glazed window; pedestal wash hand basin with splashback tiles; shaver light and point.
Family bathroom 2.29m(7'6'') x 1.57m(5'2'')
Three piece suite comprising panel enclosed bath with fully tiled surrounds and separate wall hung independently controlled chrome shower with hot and cold mixer taps; low level w.C. With wooden seat; pedestal wash hand basin; fully tiled walls; radiator; uPVC frosted double glazed window; panelled ceiling with recessed spotlights; medicine cabinet.
Outside
The property is approached via a neat gravelled carriage driveway which extends partially to the front of the property and is bordered in part by an area of lawn with established firs and rhododendron hedging and a high established Devon bank. Adjacent to the property is a:
Detached double garage 7.52m(24'8'') x 5.84m(19'2'')
(interior dimensions)
With pitched roof for storage; four-fold electric up-and-over door; range of electrical sockets; four sets of striplights; double doors to rear; separate uPVC personal door to side.
Between the garage and the bungalow is a white-washed wall with central wrought iron gate giving access from the front to the extensive gravelled area which extends the full width of the property to the rear and is bordered by timber fencing, paved area and an extensive area of decking to one side. Beyond this area and adjacent to the garage is an extensive water feature with wooden footbridge, waterfall and fountain.
Gardens
The main gardens are an exceptional feature of this property being level and generally laid to lawn interspersed with various trees, some privet hedging, rhododendron bushes etc. And generally bordered by Devon banks. A split five-bar vehicular and pedestrian gate gives access from the back road onto a slate-chipped private driveway and which provides parking for several further vehicles. There is a further area of lawn to the other side of the property returning to the front lawns again bordered by Devon banks.
Miscellaneous
Outside tap situated to rear; greenhouse approx 12ft x 8ft also situated to rear; outside lighting to both front and rear.
Services
Mains water, gas, electricity and private drainage via a septic tank.
Outgoings
We understand this property is in band 'E' for Council Tax purposes and the amount payable for the year 2008/2009 is £1799.31 (by verbal enquiry with West Devon Borough Council).
Viewing
By appointment with mansbridge & balment on .
Floor plan disclaimer
These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale. Copyright@Mansbridge & Balment 2008.
Home information packs
Purchasers are advised that there is a Home Information Pack for this property.
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.