A beautifully appointed, characterful Georgian home that is superbly located to the city centre, offering five bedrooms, front and rear gardens and off-street parking.


Description

An attractive Grade II Listed Georgian townhouse nestled within the picturesque terrace formerly known as Park Place. Set just beyond the Roman City Wall, the property exudes an undeniable charm and resides in the heart of the city. Secluded away from the street, it features a wonderful front and rear garden, along with two convenient off-street parking spaces.

Built in 1824, the house has been compassionately modernised and extended by the current owners, preserving the Georgian character of the house whilst incorporating modern open plan living. Measuring over 2,300 sq ft, the welcoming hallway leads to two beautifully appointed and well-proportioned through reception rooms that create a spacious and open ambiance. The kitchen/ breakfast room is clearly the hub of the house and is located to the rear of the property, where the owners have superbly extended as a showcase of modern open plan living. The room enjoys plenty of light via the skylights and bi folding doors that open to the pretty rear walled garden. The kitchen leads to a practical utility area with stairs to a self-contained bedroom with en-suite. Upstairs, the first floor incorporates the two principle bedrooms, one with en suite, additionally to the family bathroom. Stairs lead to the second floor where two further bedrooms and a versatile office room are found. This home effortlessly accommodates various lifestyles, but is perfect for the hustle and bustle of inner city living.

Gardens and Grounds
Outside, the front garden offers a serene retreat enveloped by mature trees and shrubs, ensuring privacy from the road. The rear of the property reveals a garden, complete with a raised section that provides an ideal spot for alfresco dining or a morning coffee. The garden truly becomes an extension of the kitchen and dining space.

Moreover, the property benefits from off-road parking at the front, allowing ample space for two cars.

Location

This fabulous home occupies an enviable location in central Exeter, in one of the city’s most sought after locations that is also close to The University of Exeter. With the city centre on its door step, 76 Longbrook Street is just a short walk from John Lewis, the Princesshay Shopping Centre and Cathedral yard with its superb selection of restaurants and shops are close to hand. There is a wide choice of local schools both from the independent and state sectors including Exeter School, Maynard’s and the Cathedral School, whilst Blundell’s School in Tiverton offers a daily bus service from Exeter. The nearby Exeter University grounds also offer an array of sporting leisure facilities including the University Sports Park with a large state of the art gym, indoor tennis courts, fitness classes and an outdoor swimming pool. Northcott Theatre is also on the campus. Exeter Squash Club and Cricket Club are a five minutes’ walk from the house. Further gym, spa and swimming facilities can be found at the nearby award-winning St Sidwell’s Point leisure centre.

The M5 motorway network, providing links to London and The Midlands is to the east of the city, as is Exeter International Airport. Exeter has two railway stations, with Exeter St David’s offering regular services to Paddington and Exeter Central to Waterloo.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Exeter has extensive recreation facilities along the River Exe including fishing, cycling, walking, kayaking, rowing and paddle boarding. Dartmoor National Park is close with infinite walking opportunities and cosy pubs serving the best of local produce. The beaches at Dawlish Warren, Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton are a short drive away and well served by local rail services. There is also a David Lloyd Club at Sandy Park, home to the Exeter Chiefs. The Exeter Golf & Country Club has an 18-hole golf course and there are many first-class golf courses within easy reach of the city, including Woodbury Park, Dawlish Warren and the Teign Valley Golf Club.

Fantastic local restaurants and cafes, including Harry’s, The Flat for incredible vegetarian and vegan pizza, the Exploding Bakery and the Boathouse café and bakery for artisan bread and deli cakes are nearby. Plus, Red Panda for Asian street food. Further afield, but within reach, you will find The Pig at Gittisham, the Galley fish restaurant in Topsham as well as fine dining at Lympstone Manor and Gidleigh Park. The award-winning Darts farm shop, café and restaurant sits conveniently close to Topsham where you can enjoy scenic estuary walks.

Square Footage: 2,338 sq ft



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Additional Info

Exeter Cathedral about 0.4 miles Exeter Central Station about 0.5 miles Exeter St David’s about 0.8 miles

Services : Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage