George Lane, Plympton, Plymouth, Devon, PL7

A substantial and tastefully designed detached family home set in a sizeable corner plot with expansive walled gardens, vast parking and a triple garage. Built and completed in 2021, the property is finished to a very high standard throughout and offers ease of maintenance due to its age and clever design.

INTRODUCTION
Built and completed in 2021 within the walled gardens of the former principle residence of Plympton St. Maurice, known as Plympton House; The Smithy sits in a sizeable corner plot within a walled and gated community of just fourteen bespoke homes. Finished to an exceptionally high standard with modern conveniences such as underfloor heating and quality kitchen and bathroom fittings, the property presents a home with plenty of space for even the larger of families, whilst being easy to maintain for those looking for a ‘lock up & leave’ home.

DESCRIPTION
Upon entry into the property the space and stylish finish is immediately demonstrated by the spacious entrance hallway which sits in the centre of the home and perfectly links the living accommodation. Attractive engineered wooden flooring spans the hallway and reception room, and an oak staircase with glass balustrade rises from the hallway to the first floor accommodation. There is a handy area beneath the staircase which lends itself to the storage of coats and shoes, and just off of the hallway is a modern ground floor cloakroom/WC, fitted with high-quality tiling, toilet and wash hand basin. Adjacent to the main entrance is a useful utility room which is a superb size and has been fitted with modern base and full height units with spaces provided for free–standing washing machine and tumble dryer. The current owners also have an additional fridge/freezer in this space. Spanning the entire southerly facing portion of the house is a large, dual-aspect living room which is wonderfully bright and enjoys patio doors and large windows overlooking the gardens and pretty roof-top views across Plympton St. Maurice. There is a feature wood-burning stove in the living room, perfect for cosy winter evenings. Completing the ground floor accommodation and located at the rear of the property is a large kitchen/dining and family space which truly is the heart of this home. Fitted with stunning tiled flooring and modern kitchen units including a range of wall, base and full height cupboards with a Quartz worktop, including integrated appliances such as double oven, microwave/oven combo, induction hob, cooker hood, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is space for a large table and chairs as well as a sofa or armchairs, making this the perfect space for entertaining. Patio doors lead out to the gardens and the kitchen enjoys a fantastic dual aspect with plenty of natural light flooding in.

On the first floor, the oak staircase rises to a bright and spacious landing which enjoys a skylight flooding the area with light. There is a large cupboard on the landing providing useful storage. Four double bedrooms occupy the first floor, alongside two bathrooms. The master bedroom suite enjoys views toward Plympton Castle, and includes a large bedroom with dressing area and a modern en-suite shower room which comprises walk-in shower, toilet, wash hand basin and a heated towel rail. The second and third bedrooms are both equally sized double rooms with dual aspects overlooking the gardens and local green areas, perfect for those with children meaning no arguments over bedroom sizes. The last bedroom is still a reasonable double room with a window to the front of the property, however could offer a multitude of other uses including as a home office or play room. Finally, the family bathroom sits between the bedrooms and is tastefully finished with a modern four-piece suite; including walk-in shower, panelled bath, toilet, basin and heated towel rail. There are also two loft spaces providing excellent storage.

SITUATION
Plympton House and its estate is a grand Grade I Listed country residence built in the William and Mary tradition and was conceived by Sir George 1st Treby, (Lord Chief Justice and MP), and completed by his son George 2nd Treby (Secretary of War and Master of the Royal Household) circa 1716.  In 2018 the estate was transformed into a community of 14 homes with the main house, Plympton House, being restored as a single family home. The estate is enclosed by attractive walls and gated, offering unrivalled security for its residents. Located within the ancient village of Plympton St. Maurice, the property is surrounded by some of the areas most attractive and characterful homes, and is just a short walk from the main shopping centre serving the area of Plympton, known as The Ridgeway. There are a vast array of shops, cafes, restaurants and other amenities located throughout the Ridgeway, as well as numerous popular pubs. Regular bus services operate long George Lane and The Ridgeway, linking the area with numerous locations across Plympton, alongside the nearby town of Plymouth. The A38 dual carriageway is just 1.5 miles away, making this area incredibly convenient for commuters. Plympton St. Maurice has a well regarded local primary school, and there are two popular secondary schools which service Plympton as a whole, known as Plympton Academy and Heles School.

OUTSIDE
The Smithy sits in a surprisingly large corner plot within the gated community and thanks to this is incredibly private with only one immediate neighbour. The gardens are all fully enclosed by either the original wall of Plympton House or fencing, and offer a number of spaces to be enjoyed. Approaching the home from the front is a private paved driveway providing off-road parking for three cars, and this area sits in front of a detached triple-sized garage which accompanies the property. The garage is fitted with power and light, and can be accessed from the gardens via a door to the rear. Additionally, there is an electronically operated roller door. A gate leads from the driveway into an area of front garden which is laid to lawn and bordered by mature bushes, with a path running through the centre and leading to the front door. The gardens are separated into two distinctive areas. On the southerly facing side of the house is a delightful, level lawned garden which is bordered by attractive planted areas. A upper paved patio seating area overlooks the lawn and is accessed via doubled doors from the living room; presenting the perfect spot for sun-worshipers to enjoy the south facing aspect of this area of the garden. The lawn then wraps around to the rear of the home where there is another patio seating area and a large timber-built storage shed. Finally, on the northerly side of the property is another large lawned garden which is nicely sheltered by mature trees and is a perfect spot for children to play, kick a ball around and be completely safe and secure thanks to being fully enclosed and level. The current owners have fitted electric gates to this area allowing it to be used for additional parking for up to 10 vehicles if needed. Adjacent to the house is a pretty area of woodland which is shared by the 14 residents of the Plympton House Estate. This area is perfect for children or dog walkers to use safely and securely.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electric, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Council Tax: Plymouth City Council - Band F

Maintenance/Service Charges: The property is subject to a management fee of £300 (payable yearly) to cover maintenance of shared areas on the estate. This includes lighting and maintenance of the road and communal woodland.

DIRECTIONS
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1000 Mbps, highest available upload speed 100 Mbps. (Ofcom).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 

Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding.