House For Sale £800,000
Summary
A truly unique and exciting opportunity to acquire an impressive detached family home in the popular staplegrove area of Taunton. The property boasts six bedrooms, extensive gardens and generous parking. Simply must be viewed to fully appreciate.
Description
Connells are delighted to bring to market this substantial and impressive family home in the popular Staplegrove area. Kirkmead is believed to date back to around 1927 and the property has been extended and improved over the years to create a much larger and versatile home, ideally suited for modern family living. The property is in need of some modernisation throughout but offers an incredible and rare opportunity to create a personalised home in a highly sought after area. Local landmarks of note include the highly regarded Taunton School, Nuffield Health Hospital and Taunton Station which offers mainline links to Bristol, Exeter and London. Kirkmead is approached via an impressive winding driveway which leads up to the house and parking for a large number of vehicles. Backing onto open fields, the property benefits from a generous plot featuring landscaped lawns, mature trees and bushes. A large wooden Workshop with adjoining Wood Store completes the outside. In brief the property comprises entrance hall, Lounge, Dining Room, Conservatory, Snug, Shower Room, Kitchen / Diner / Study, Utility and W.C.. On the first floor are six bedrooms serviced by two bathrooms. Must be viewed to truly appreciate!
Front Door
Leading into...
Entrance Hall
Stairs rising to the first floor. Built-in storage including a cloak cupboard and understairs alcove. Wall-mounted radiator. Doors to the Lounge, Dining Room, Shower Room, Snug and Kitchen.
Lounge 20' 2" x 12' 5" ( 6.15m x 3.78m )
A wonderfully bright and generous reception room with a large bay window to side aspect and an additional window to the front aspect. An attractive feature stone fireplace creates a lovely focal point of the room and could potentially be opened up should the new owner wish to do so. Television point and two wall-mounted radiators. Double doors leading through to the...
Conservatory
A triple aspect conservatory with double glazed patio doors to the rear garden and double doors through to the Snug.
Snug 12' 4" x 11' 10" ( 3.76m x 3.61m )
A versatile and spacious additional reception room currently used as a Snug but previously used as a downstairs Bedroom 7. Features include television point, telephone point and window to rear aspect.
Shower Room
Suite comprising corner shower cubicle, low level W.C., bidet and pedestal wash hand basin. Window to rear aspect.
Kitchen / Diner / Study
Kitchen Area 10' 5" x 8' 10" ( 3.17m x 2.69m )
A range of wall and base-mounted units. Roll-top work surfaces incorporating a sink with drainer. Large gas Aga and recess for a fridge / freezer. Tiled splashbacks, window to side aspect and door through to the Utility Room. Archway through to the...
Dining / Study Area 12' 5" x 8' 6" ( 3.78m x 2.59m )
Features include a pantry cupboard, storage cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and dual aspect windows to rear and side aspects. The pantry cupboard also has a small window to side aspect.
Utility Room 9' 3" x 8' 9" ( 2.82m x 2.67m )
Plumbing for an automatic washing machine, wall-mounted radiator and window to side aspect. Wall-mounted gas boiler and door leading to the driveway. Door to the W.C.
W.C.
Low level W.C., wash hand basin and window to side aspect.
Dining Room 12' 5" x 12' 4" max ( 3.78m x 3.76m max )
A large family Dining Room with dual aspect windows to front and side. Wall-mounted radiator.
First Floor Landing
Airing cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and loft hatch leading to the smaller loft over the extension. Window to front aspect. Doors to all Bedrooms and the two Bathrooms.
Bedroom 1 15' 4" max x 12' 4" ( 4.67m max x 3.76m )
An excellently sized primary bedroom with picture rails, telephone point and wall-mounted radiator. Window to front and side aspects.
Bedroom 2 12' 5" x 9' 9" ( 3.78m x 2.97m )
Features include a built-in storage cupboard, television point and telephone point. Dual aspect windows to rear and side aspects. Door though to the...
En Suite
Suite comprising bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level W.C. And wash hand basin. Part-tiling and window to rear aspect. An additional door from the hallway allows this suite to be used as a second Bathroom as well as an En Suite.
Bedroom 3 11' 9" x 10' 6" ( 3.58m x 3.20m )
A further double bedroom with built-in cupboard, pedestal wash hand basin and wall-mounted radiator. Dual aspect windows to front and side aspect.
Bedroom 4 12' 6" x 8' 8" ( 3.81m x 2.64m )
Built-in cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and dual aspect windows to rear and side.
Bedroom 5 9' 11" x 7' 9" ( 3.02m x 2.36m )
Two windows to side aspect.
Bedroom 6 9' x 8' 2" ( 2.74m x 2.49m )
Wall-mounted radiator and window to side aspect.
Family Bathroom
Suite comprising bath with mixer tap and wall-mounted shower over, low level W.C. And pedestal wash hand basin. Further features include an attic hatch leading to a large loft, wall-mounted radiator and part-tiling. Window to side aspect.
Outside
Kirkmead benefits from an extensive plot including a wonderful wraparound garden. To the front is a large lawn intersected by the winding driveway which leads up to the house itself. To the side and rear are further landscaped lawns with multiple flower beds, mature bushes and trees throughout. A real feature of the garden is a large wooden Workshop with adjoining wood store. The Workshop has power, an alarm system and huge potential and versatility.
Parking
Driveway parking to the front of the property for a large number of vehicles. There is potential for Car Ports or Garages to be built subject to acquiring necessary planning consents.
Agents Note
It is our understanding that the Property is not registered at the Land Registry which is the case with a significant proportion of land across England and Wales. Your conveyancer will take the necessary steps and advise you accordingly.
Directions
From the centre of Taunton head north on North Street, over the bridge and onto Bridge Street. At the traffic lights head straight onto Staplegrove Road and take the second exit at the roundabout to continue along Staplegrove Road. At the next roundabout take the first exit to continue on Staplegrove Road. At the traffic lights turn right onto Manor Road where the property will be located on the left hand side before reaching the turning for Rectory Drive.
1. Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
A truly unique and exciting opportunity to acquire an impressive detached family home in the popular staplegrove area of Taunton. The property boasts six bedrooms, extensive gardens and generous parking. Simply must be viewed to fully appreciate.
Description
Connells are delighted to bring to market this substantial and impressive family home in the popular Staplegrove area. Kirkmead is believed to date back to around 1927 and the property has been extended and improved over the years to create a much larger and versatile home, ideally suited for modern family living. The property is in need of some modernisation throughout but offers an incredible and rare opportunity to create a personalised home in a highly sought after area. Local landmarks of note include the highly regarded Taunton School, Nuffield Health Hospital and Taunton Station which offers mainline links to Bristol, Exeter and London. Kirkmead is approached via an impressive winding driveway which leads up to the house and parking for a large number of vehicles. Backing onto open fields, the property benefits from a generous plot featuring landscaped lawns, mature trees and bushes. A large wooden Workshop with adjoining Wood Store completes the outside. In brief the property comprises entrance hall, Lounge, Dining Room, Conservatory, Snug, Shower Room, Kitchen / Diner / Study, Utility and W.C.. On the first floor are six bedrooms serviced by two bathrooms. Must be viewed to truly appreciate!
Front Door
Leading into...
Entrance Hall
Stairs rising to the first floor. Built-in storage including a cloak cupboard and understairs alcove. Wall-mounted radiator. Doors to the Lounge, Dining Room, Shower Room, Snug and Kitchen.
Lounge 20' 2" x 12' 5" ( 6.15m x 3.78m )
A wonderfully bright and generous reception room with a large bay window to side aspect and an additional window to the front aspect. An attractive feature stone fireplace creates a lovely focal point of the room and could potentially be opened up should the new owner wish to do so. Television point and two wall-mounted radiators. Double doors leading through to the...
Conservatory
A triple aspect conservatory with double glazed patio doors to the rear garden and double doors through to the Snug.
Snug 12' 4" x 11' 10" ( 3.76m x 3.61m )
A versatile and spacious additional reception room currently used as a Snug but previously used as a downstairs Bedroom 7. Features include television point, telephone point and window to rear aspect.
Shower Room
Suite comprising corner shower cubicle, low level W.C., bidet and pedestal wash hand basin. Window to rear aspect.
Kitchen / Diner / Study
Kitchen Area 10' 5" x 8' 10" ( 3.17m x 2.69m )
A range of wall and base-mounted units. Roll-top work surfaces incorporating a sink with drainer. Large gas Aga and recess for a fridge / freezer. Tiled splashbacks, window to side aspect and door through to the Utility Room. Archway through to the...
Dining / Study Area 12' 5" x 8' 6" ( 3.78m x 2.59m )
Features include a pantry cupboard, storage cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and dual aspect windows to rear and side aspects. The pantry cupboard also has a small window to side aspect.
Utility Room 9' 3" x 8' 9" ( 2.82m x 2.67m )
Plumbing for an automatic washing machine, wall-mounted radiator and window to side aspect. Wall-mounted gas boiler and door leading to the driveway. Door to the W.C.
W.C.
Low level W.C., wash hand basin and window to side aspect.
Dining Room 12' 5" x 12' 4" max ( 3.78m x 3.76m max )
A large family Dining Room with dual aspect windows to front and side. Wall-mounted radiator.
First Floor Landing
Airing cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and loft hatch leading to the smaller loft over the extension. Window to front aspect. Doors to all Bedrooms and the two Bathrooms.
Bedroom 1 15' 4" max x 12' 4" ( 4.67m max x 3.76m )
An excellently sized primary bedroom with picture rails, telephone point and wall-mounted radiator. Window to front and side aspects.
Bedroom 2 12' 5" x 9' 9" ( 3.78m x 2.97m )
Features include a built-in storage cupboard, television point and telephone point. Dual aspect windows to rear and side aspects. Door though to the...
En Suite
Suite comprising bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level W.C. And wash hand basin. Part-tiling and window to rear aspect. An additional door from the hallway allows this suite to be used as a second Bathroom as well as an En Suite.
Bedroom 3 11' 9" x 10' 6" ( 3.58m x 3.20m )
A further double bedroom with built-in cupboard, pedestal wash hand basin and wall-mounted radiator. Dual aspect windows to front and side aspect.
Bedroom 4 12' 6" x 8' 8" ( 3.81m x 2.64m )
Built-in cupboard, wall-mounted radiator and dual aspect windows to rear and side.
Bedroom 5 9' 11" x 7' 9" ( 3.02m x 2.36m )
Two windows to side aspect.
Bedroom 6 9' x 8' 2" ( 2.74m x 2.49m )
Wall-mounted radiator and window to side aspect.
Family Bathroom
Suite comprising bath with mixer tap and wall-mounted shower over, low level W.C. And pedestal wash hand basin. Further features include an attic hatch leading to a large loft, wall-mounted radiator and part-tiling. Window to side aspect.
Outside
Kirkmead benefits from an extensive plot including a wonderful wraparound garden. To the front is a large lawn intersected by the winding driveway which leads up to the house itself. To the side and rear are further landscaped lawns with multiple flower beds, mature bushes and trees throughout. A real feature of the garden is a large wooden Workshop with adjoining wood store. The Workshop has power, an alarm system and huge potential and versatility.
Parking
Driveway parking to the front of the property for a large number of vehicles. There is potential for Car Ports or Garages to be built subject to acquiring necessary planning consents.
Agents Note
It is our understanding that the Property is not registered at the Land Registry which is the case with a significant proportion of land across England and Wales. Your conveyancer will take the necessary steps and advise you accordingly.
Directions
From the centre of Taunton head north on North Street, over the bridge and onto Bridge Street. At the traffic lights head straight onto Staplegrove Road and take the second exit at the roundabout to continue along Staplegrove Road. At the next roundabout take the first exit to continue on Staplegrove Road. At the traffic lights turn right onto Manor Road where the property will be located on the left hand side before reaching the turning for Rectory Drive.
1. Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
