5 Bed Detached House For Sale

Merrimead is situated in a stunning and peaceful semi-rural location, and is a grand example of a spectacular five bedroom detached residence and is a true credit to its current owners.

The internal accommodation consists of a good sized reception hallway allowing for plenty of storage, two generous reception rooms and a superb fitted kitchen and an additional breakfast area with matching cream coloured units, rolled edge work tops with a central island and a wooden work top over. The breakfast area overlooks the gardens taking in the view of the tranquil countryside and coastal views. Stairs which lead down to a spacious home office and the additional utility room with space for a washing machine and further storage.

The main sitting room has a feature log burner and French doors leading to a light and airy conservatory with further doors allowing access to a decked terrace which again takes in the wonderful views. There is also a triple aspect separate dining room with two sets of French doors leading to a balcony with polished steel balustrade and glazed panels, which encompass the stunning views.

There are three bedrooms on this level, which all have the benefit of en-suite facilities, and the master suite also benefitting from a dressing room. There is also a separate shower room/WC. Stairs then lead to a further two bedrooms on the first floor.

On the lower ground floor which can be accessed both internally and externally, is a fantastic fully functioning bar area which benefits from power and plumbing as it was previously used as a kitchen. In addition, there is a most impressive indoor heated swimming pool with a changing area and WC as well as access to the under-house storage area. Off the bar area is a generous cinema room with bi-fold doors leading out to the magnificent garden.

The entire plot for this majestic residence is just over 0.5 of an acre and the property is approached by electric gates giving access to the driveway offering ample off road parking plus detached double garage with an additional storage area above.

The current owners have built a good sized and fully functional garden room with a feature bar area, ideal for entertaining both family and friends. There is also the benefit of a jacuzzi with a pergola above.

The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with fruit trees and hedges to offer privacy and seclusion.

Maidencombe is only a short drive away from Torquay, and is only minutes away by car from St Marychurch and the shopping precinct where local amenities including banks, building societies, public houses, restaurants, shops and supermarket can be found.

There is an excellent primary school in the nearby village of Stokenteignhead and there is also the Abbey private school just over a mile away. The position allows ready access to the Torquay/Teignmouth road where local coves and beaches offer a wide variety of water based recreational activities. This part of the South Devon coast is well known for its beautiful beaches and countryside with Oddicombe and Maidencombe beaches. Nearby village inns and restaurants include a thatched tavern and renowned five star Carey Arms at Babbacombe.

The pretty coastal village of Shaldon is just over three miles away whilst Exeter and the M5 motorway are less than thirty minutes away by car, with Torquay town centre, harbour and marina approximately four miles away.

Agents Notes:

Freehold

Council Tax Band - G

EPC Rating - C