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Listing removedReduced £125k (−11.4%) on 22 JulListed 206 days
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Description Situated in one of St Leonards’ most desirable residential enclaves, just moments from the local shops on Magdalen Road and within easy reach of excellent schools, this exceptional detached house occupies a prominent corner plot at the junction of Wonford Road and St Leonards Road.
Offering over 1,500 sq ft of thoughtfully arranged accommodation, the property presents an ideal opportunity for a growing family seeking a home in this highly sought-after area At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, beautifully extended in 2014 to create a space that effortlessly combines style and functionality.
A spacious sitting room, complete with a contemporary wood-burning stove, which flows seamlessly through to the sun-drenched conservatory-style room.
With vaulted ceilings, skylight windows, and bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden. A ground-floor cloakroom completes the practical layout.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while three further bedrooms and a family bathroom provide ample accommodation for family and guests.
The smallest bedroom provides a versatile space, perfectly suited as a home office or study. A standout feature of the property is the corner plot garden, a generous size for a home in St Leonards.
Electric gates open onto a private drive with off road parking for several cars. The established gardens are mainly laid to lawn at the front and eastern side with mature trees and raised borders.
A beautifully proportioned family home in a prime location, offering both comfort and style, this property is a rare find in the heart of St Leonards.
Situation Located in the highly sought-after St Leonards area, this property enjoys a prime position just moments from the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital and the vibrant “village” atmosphere of Magdalen Road, renowned for its independent shops, cafés and everyday amenities.
Exeter city centre is within easy walking distance, offering a wide range of shopping, dining and cultural attractions, alongside excellent private and state schooling, Exeter University and the college.
The area is perfect for an active lifestyle, with the River Exe and historic quayside nearby, plus a variety of leisure facilities including gyms, theatres, cinemas, rugby and football clubs.
Superbly connected, Exeter St David’s provides direct rail links to London Paddington, while Exeter Airport is approximately five miles away.
A fantastic location combining convenience, community and city living. Directions From Exeter city centre proceed along Heavitree Road (B3183) taking the right hand turning into College Road.
After a short distance proceed straight ahead at the traffic lights into St Leonards Road where the property can be found on the right, on the corner of Wonford Road.
Services: The vendor has advised the following: Mains gas (serving the central heating boiler and hot water), mains electricity, water and drainage.
Telephone landline connected but not currently under Contract. Broadband: (Fibre Optic) currently under Contract with Virgin Media. Download speed – 284.59 Mbps and Upload speed 25.79 Mbps.
Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including 02, EE, Three and Vodafone.
Agents Note: The property sits within the St Leonards Conservation Area and benefits from Residents Parking in Zone D.
The vendors advise that there is power on the driveway due to the electric gates and that there are EV charging points on St Leonards road opposite the property.
Agents Note: The vendors advise that Planning Permission was granted 17/07/2023 for a single storey side extension (garage/utility room) where the existing shed is. Application number: 23/0618/ful.
Past Planning Permissions were granted for a ground floor extension to the south east elevation, re-rendering of existing brickwork in 2013.
Application number 13/1692/ful, Two storey extension on north west elevation in 2011.
Application number 11/0395/ful and a conservatory on south east elevation and porch on south west elevation in 2008. Application number 08/0418/ful.
Further details can be found on the Exeter city Planning Portal.
Value & comps
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About 34, St. Leonards Road, St. Leonards Road
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