Barley Lane, Exeter

A spacious detached chalet bungalow located in the popular area of Higher St Thomas. The property enjoys picturesque far-reaching views out across the city and surrounding hillside, and also benefits from a garage, off-road parking and a sizeable rear garden. The internal accommodation briefly consists of an entrance hallway, kitchen, dining room, living room and conservatory, as well as a further multi-functional room, which could be used either as a double bedroom or a study. There is also a bathroom and a separate cloakroom. Upstairs are the remaining two double bedrooms and a shower room.

The excellent location benefits from a range of nearby amenities including primary and secondary schools, GP surgeries, Sylvan Heights Play Area and a variety of shops and cafes along St Thomas’ high street. St Thomas also includes a train station and bus routes in and out of the city. The property itself is placed with direct access to such bus routes, meaning the city centre can also be easily accessed. It is additionally in convenient proximity to good road connections, with Devon’s southern coastline and Dartmoor National Park readily accessible. .

Ground Floor
The front door opens to the welcoming entrance porch and hallway which provides access to each of the main downstairs rooms, along with stairs rising to the first floor incorporating built-in storage below. The living room is situated to the rear of the property and is complemented by a large window with lovely far-reaching views across the city. There is also a feature fireplace and access to the conservatory to the side which leads to the garden.
There is a separate dining room which is well-proportioned and incorporates windows to the rear and side aspects, also enjoying views to the rear. The kitchen is adjacent to the dining room and contains a range of built-in cupboards with fitted worktops, a tiled splashback and a 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with a mixer tap over. Space is provided for various appliances, and windows face the front and side aspects. Additionally, the Logic boiler is located here, and a door opens onto side access, connecting both front and rear gardens.
The ground floor also accommodates an additional reception room which could be used as a double bedroom or a home office depending on requirements. A window faces the front aspect. Lastly, there is a downstairs cloakroom and a separate bathroom.

First Floor
Stairs rise to the first floor where the main two double bedrooms are situated, along with a shower room. The larger of the two bedrooms benefits from ample built-in storage, with a mirrored wardrobe and storage into the eaves. There is also a window to the side aspect and two skylights to the rear allowing ample natural light. The second bedroom is a further good-sized double with a window to the rear aspect with attractive views, as well as a built-in cupboard and storage into the eaves.

Garden, Garage & Parking
Doors open out to the pleasant rear garden which has been lovingly maintained by the current vendor, incorporating a variety of mature plants and shrubs in flowerbed borders. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, featuring a patio area leading out from the conservatory, providing an ideal spot to sit and enjoy the views. To the front of the property there is a garage with an up-and-over door opening to the driveway allowing off-road parking for up to two vehicles. The property also benefits from outbuildings, including a workshop supplied with electricity, situated to the rear of the garage.

Property Information
Tenure: Freehold. Council tax band: E.