5 bed detached house for sale

Blachford Road, Ivybridge, Devon PL21

Sitting nicely in a prominent position with panoramic views across Ivybridge and towards Dartmoor National Park, Beacon Lodge is a unique and spacious family home which is set off of the beaten track, surrounded by its own grounds and in close proximity to the town centre.
Description

Upon entry into this surprisingly spacious home you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hallway which immediately demonstrates that this a property flooded with natural light. Within the hallway there is a useful storage cupboard and then an opening leads through to the living accommodation on this level. At the rear of the property and boasting patio doors directly into the garden is a large open plan lounge/diner which provides space for an abundance of sizeable furniture and enjoys a dual aspect with views across the town. There is a useful understairs storage cupboard and then an opening provides access to the kitchen/breakfast room. Fitted with quality fixtures including a range of wall and base units underneath a solid granite worktop, the kitchen/breakfast room provides space for a table and chairs alongside a breakfast bar. There are integrated appliances including fridge, freezer, dishwasher and cooker hood, alongside a free-standing range oven. With views towards Dartmoor and over Stowford Mill, the kitchen is a wonderful room to watch the world go by. There is a door which leads from the kitchen back into the entrance hallway and adjacent is a useful utility room, complete with sink unit and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A cloakroom/WC sits between two bedrooms on this level, both being fantastic double proportions with the larger of the two benefitting from a fitted storage cupboard.

Stairs rise to the first floor from the entrance hallway and a central landing space gives access to the rooms on this level, including a useful eaves storage cupboard. There are three further double bedrooms on the first floor, two overlooking the rear and the third overlooking the front. The master bedroom and bedroom three enjoy a ‘Jack & Jill’ en-suite shower room with dressing area and there is also a family bathroom on this level which has been beautifully finished with a four piece suite comprises of free-standing rolled-top bath, walk-in shower enclosure, wash hand basin and a low level WC.
Situation

Nicely tucked away just off of Blachford Road, Beacon Lodge enjoys a superbly convenient location with views from every angle across Ivybridge and towards Dartmoor National Park in the distance. Ivybridge’s bustling town centre is just a moments walk from the property and provides a vast array of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants alongside other amenities. Set on the banks of the River Erme, Ivybridge is a fast growing town which to many locals is still referred to as ‘the village’. Conveniently located next to the A38 dual carriageway, the town is popular with commuters being just a short drive away from the city of Plymouth and also not too far from Exeter and the M5 motorway. Ivybridge Leisure Centre can be found in the centre of town which caters for a number of sporting needs with two indoor swimming pools, a fully equipped gym and squash courts. There are a number of popular schools within the town, including the nearby Ivybridge Community College and The Erme Primary School, both of which boast good Ofsted ratings. Regular bus services operate throughout the town and provide access into Plymouth and other areas across the South Hams. Ivybridge has its own railway station situated on the eastern edge of town, through which the London Paddington to Penzance line frequently operates.
Outside

Beacon Lodge can be accessed from Blachford Road via a private driveway which is shared by one other property. Situated at the end of the this shared drive, Beacon Lodge then boasts its own expansive private gravelled drive which provides off-road parking for a vast number of vehicles. In front of the property is a double garage which boasts an up-and-over door and is fitted with power and light. The gardens then wrap around the home itself and provide a number of spaces to enjoy, including a decked seating area at the front which enjoys far reaching views, an area of lawned garden at the rear and a useful storage shed to the side of the property. It is noted that the double garage has a large flat roof which, with the correct planning, could become a superb terrace.
Services & outgoings

We understand that mains electric, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Council Tax: South Hams District Council - Band D
Directions

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Additional information

Broadband: FTTP—Fibre to cabinet broadband is available—highest available download speed 76 Mbps, highest available upload speed 15 Mbps. (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, three and vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.