Heavitree, Exeter, EX2 5EA

Description

This attractive period home retains a wealth of original features, combining character and charm with practical accommodation arranged over two floors. Ideally positioned close to the RD&E Hospital, Heavitree and Exeter city centre, the property offers a convenient location with a range of local amenities, independent shops and cafés nearby.

The ground floor comprises a separate sitting room with a woodburning stove, creating a comfortable space to relax. The adjoining dining room features a decorative cast iron fireplace, and original wooden flooring and provides an ideal setting for family meals or entertaining. To the rear, the kitchen offers good cupboard space and useful understairs storage, with a lean-to utility room providing additional workspace and storage. A rear door leads directly out to the garden.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, comprising two doubles and a single, all of which retain their own decorative cast iron fireplaces, adding to the property's period character. The family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath, while a built-in cupboard on the landing and access to the loft provide further storage.

Outside, the rear garden has been laid to paving for ease of maintenance and includes a garden shed. On-street parking is available through a residents' permit scheme, with two permits allocated per property.

Further benefits include double glazing and gas central heating. With its original features, well-arranged accommodation and convenient position for the hospital, city centre and the popular areas of Heavitree and Magdalen Road, this is an appealing period home offering character and everyday practicality.

Situation

The property is conveniently situated on Baker Street in Heavitree, within easy reach of Exeter city centre and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. The nearby areas of Heavitree and Magdalen Road offer a good range of local amenities, including independent shops, cafés, supermarkets and everyday services. Exeter city centre provides a wider choice of shopping, restaurants, leisure facilities and cultural attractions.

There is a selection of well-regarded primary and secondary schools in the surrounding area, making the location appealing to families. Local parks and green spaces are also close at hand, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

Transport links are readily accessible, with regular bus services connecting the area to the city centre, the hospital and surrounding neighbourhoods. Exeter Central and Exeter St David’s railway stations provide services to destinations further afield, including London and other major regional centres, while the nearby road network offers convenient access to the M5 and the wider Devon area.

Directions

From the city centre proceed along Heavitree Road, passing Waitrose on the right. At the Livery Dole junction turn right onto Barrack Road, left at the lights onto Magdalen Road and right into Baker Street. The property will be found on the left hand side.

SERVICES: The vendor has advised the following: Mains gas (serving the central heating boiler and hot water), mains electricity, water, and drainage. There is a woodburning stove in the sitting room. Telephone landline is connected but vendors do not believe it is currently under contract. Broadband connected to property and believed to be ADSL* Estimated speeds - Standard 15mb/s, Superfast 80mb/s, Ultrafast 1800mb/s *This property is currently tenanted and therefore the information on the current broadband connection type is not guaranteed. Openreach advise, however, that full fibre is available in this area through various providers. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including O2, Vodafone, EE and Three.

AGENTS NOTE: The property benefits from Residents’ Parking Permits in Zone P through Exeter City Council.