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See how verdicts work5-bedroom bungalow · EX5 1DN
Sold STCReduced £95k (−11.9%) on 1 OctListed 83 days
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Description Occupying a generous plot with beautifully landscaped gardens backing directly onto open fields, this exceptional detached chalet-style bungalow offers an impressive blend of space, versatility and modern family living.
Beautifully presented throughout and offered to the market with no onward chain, this substantial five double bedroom home enjoys a highly convenient location within easy reach of Exeter City Centre and the picturesque East Devon coastline.
The thoughtfully designed accommodation extends to over two floors, providing flexible living space ideal for growing families or multi-generational living.
A welcoming entrance hall with coat cupboard with doors leading to leads to a spacious sitting room with log burner, separate dining room and a light-filled conservatory/orangery overlooking the stunning rear gardens.
At the heart of the home is a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, complemented by a separate utility room.
A generous games room, family room or gym further enhances the versatility of the property.
The ground floor also benefits from two spacious bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities, together with a contemporary family shower room.
Upstairs, a generous landing provides an ideal study area and leads to three further double bedrooms, each enjoying its own en-suite, creating comfortable and private accommodation for family members or guests.
Externally, the property is approached via a brick-paved driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to a double garage with an electronically operated door.
The rear gardens are undoubtedly one of the home's standout features, offering a wonderful degree of privacy and uninterrupted views across adjoining fields.
Beautifully established with expansive lawns, mature trees and shrubs, a full-width patio and a covered barbecue area, the gardens provide an idyllic setting for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment throughout the year.
Situation Situated in a level, very convenient location East of the City and just beyond Clyst St Mary, Wilkinson Grant & Co are pleased to bring to the market this much extended, beautifully presented property.
The property offers easy access to the City with its shopping and scholastic facilities and is convenient for the airport and motorway system and the coast being about eight miles away.
Directions Exit the City Eastbound on the A3052 Sidmouth Road. Go straight across the roundabout at Clyst St Mary and past St Bridgets Nurseries.
At the Cat & Fiddle Inn turn right into the drive opposite where this property can be found.
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About Grindleford,, Sidmouth Road, Clyst St. Mary
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