3 bed detached house for sale

Lower Drive, Dawlish EX7

Detailed Description

Extended detached house benefitting from an excellent position in a well regarded area offering some sea views and conveniently located for a range of amenities.
Sitting Room, Open Plan Living Space with Kitchen, Dining Area and Lounge, Utlity, 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom, secluded Garden, Parking & Garage. Planning to convert the loft.
Tenure: Freehold. Council Tax Band: E.

Location: Benefitting from an excellent position in a popular area the property is well served by regular bus services and is conveniently located for local shops and Sainsburys. There are excellent places for walking nearby with the open playing fields within a few yards and stunning walks by the sea about a quarter of a mile away. Other amenities such as the leisure centre, primary and secondary schools are also close to hand and the town centre and main line railway station are also less than a mile from the front door.

Accommodation: This bay-fronted detached home has been thoughtfully renovated and extended by the current owners, creating a superb family home that blends character with modern living. The property now presents an excellent opportunity for its next owners to personalise and style the interiors to their own taste.
The renovation included the installation of a contemporary kitchen and bathroom, together with a substantial rear extension that has transformed the ground floor into a wonderful semi open-plan living space. Designed with family life and entertaining in mind, this sociable area forms the heart of the home while retaining the property's original charm, with exposed floorboards featuring throughout much of the ground floor. Further benefits include uPVC double glazing and gas-fired central heating serving radiators in all principal rooms.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming reception hall. To the front, the bay-fronted sitting room enjoys a pleasant outlook and features an attractive gas fire as its focal point. To the rear, the impressive open-plan living space is flooded with natural light from a striking roof lantern and benefits from double doors opening directly onto the garden. The generous dining area flows seamlessly into the well-appointed kitchen, which is fitted with an extensive range of base and wall units and incorporates an eye-level oven, five-ring gas hob, integrated microwave and dishwasher. A separate utility room provides practical space for laundry and everyday storage, while a cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.
On the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, comprising two doubles and a generous single. The principal bedroom enjoys an attractive bay window with views towards the sea. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a panelled bath with rainfall shower over, WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit.

Outside: To the front, the property benefits from a brick-paved driveway providing off-road parking, screened from the road by a mature hedge. The rear garden is a particular highlight, enjoying a favourable aspect that captures the afternoon and evening sun. Mainly laid to lawn, it features mature hedging and established fruit trees, creating a private and secluded setting. A paved patio provides the perfect space for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply relaxing.

Parking: In addition to the driveway at the front, a shared driveway to the side of the property leads to a single garage, which benefits from a courtesy door providing direct access to the rear garden.

Agents Note: Planning Permision was granted in 2024 for the loft to be converted.
Ref 24/00790/hou