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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · TR3 6HF
Listing removedReduced £25k (−4%) on 7 JulListed 181 days
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About
Family sized five bedroom chalet style detached bungalow occupying a generous plot which could be perfect for multi-generational living. Located in the popular village of Playing Place.
The local Spar convenience store and Punch Bowl & Ladle pub are close by, with Carnon Downs only a mile away with its garden centre and doctors surgery.
Truro is less than three miles away and Falmouth less than ten. For buyers who prefer to get wet, the beach and watersports are available at Loe Beach is only three miles away.
The light and airy accommodation consists of an entrance porch leading to a welcoming entrance hall with cloaks hanging.
The dual aspect lounge has plenty of natural light and leads into the dining room which could also be used as a snug.
The kitchen is of a generous size and has wall and base units offering an abundance of storage and food preparation counter areas for budding chefs.
The kitchen also offers plenty of space for a dining set and patio doors to the rear garden.
In addition, there is a further bedroom (the firth) or study room, a bathroom room opposite and a useful utility room with space for the washing machine and further storage.
To the first floor there are four bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The property benefits from a gas central heating system and double glazing.
Outside a block paved driveway provides off road parking and leads to an integral garage.
There is a lawned and enclosed garden which wraps around the property and offers patio areas to enjoy the Cornish sunshine.
There is also an storage area to the side of the garage for any garden tools.
Located in the village of playing place, you'll enjoy the charm of a close-knit community while being within easy reach of local amenities and further afield in Truro and Falmouth.
For nature enthusiasts, the property is perfectly situated near the breath-taking countryside and scenic walking trails of Cornwall, allowing you to immerse yourself in the area's natural beauty.
There is no doubt this property will be popular due to its location and the amount of accommodation on offer. Contact the branch early to avoid missing out.
Council Tax - Band D Playing Place is a village southwest of Truro. It is to the east of the A39 Truro to Falmouth Road. It is approximately 3.5 miles from Truro and 9 from Falmouth.
The village has excellent road and cycle links to Truro and is close to the highly regarded primary school at Kea. There is a shop, post office, service station and community hall.
Watersports enthusiasts will find sailing, windsurfing and kayaking on offer at Loe Beach (Feock) nearby.
The neighbouring Carnon Down Village is only a short drive away with many more useful additional facilities including doctors, butchers and garden centre.
The Punchbowl and Ladle pub is at nearby Penelewey.
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About 52, Lanyon Road, Truro
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