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A21   Somerset House, Somerset Place, Totnes   230
A24   Somerset House, Somerset Place, Totnes   230

3 bedroom detached house

Chain-free
Study
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Detached house
3 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: B*
1,391 sq ft / 129 sq m

Key information

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Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

  • No chain
  • Stunning architect designed home
  • Solar panels with feed-in-tariff
  • Exceptional eco-credentials
  • Private courtyard & off-street parking
  • New boiler & underfloor heating
  • Heart of Totnes
  • Easy access to major transport links
  • Freehold
  • Council Tax Band E
A sublime architect designed home nestled in the heart of Totnes with stunning town and countryside views. Open plan living arrangement, utility, cloakroom, study, 3 double bedrooms, 1 en-suite, family bathroom. Off-street parking. Private enclosed courtyard. Freehold. Council tax band E. EPC band B. No onward chain.

Situation - Bridgetown is a popular residential area only a short distance from the centre of Totnes and the banks of the River Dart. Totnes is a bustling Elizabethan market town full of interest with a wide range of good local schools, shopping facilities and recreational pursuits including indoor swimming pool and boating opportunities on the River Dart. The A38 Devon expressway is approximately 6.5 miles away, allowing speedy access to the cities of Exeter and Plymouth and the country beyond. Main line rail links to London Paddington are also located in Totnes.

Description - Somerset House is a spectacular detached home designed and built by British sculptor Will Lasdun, son of the legendary New Brutalist architect Sir Denys Lasdun. This exceptional property is nestled in a secluded location right in the heart of Totnes, offering a tranquil retreat in the midst of the bustling town.

This architecturally striking residence boasts a beautifully imaginative and thoughtfully planned layout. The coveted reverse level living design ensures a truly unique living experience, with the main living spaces situated on the upper floor.

Accommodation - Upon entering the property, there is a spacious entrance hall with cupboard space and floor to ceiling patio doors and window overlooking the private courtyard. Here, you'll discover convenient access to the family bathroom and three generously proportioned double bedrooms. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room.

Ascend the stairs to the first floor, where you'll find the open plan living and kitchen area. This inviting space showcases a cosy log burner, ample storage solutions, and a dedicated area for a dining table and chairs. The bespoke kitchen is adorned with stylish base units and features an integrated electric oven and hob. The impressive vaulted A-frame roof, skylights, and exquisite glass panelled doors allow plentiful natural light to flood this magnificent space with breath-taking views over the town and rolling hills beyond. The property also offers a separate utility space, cloakroom, and a well-appointed study complete with a built-in desk and shelving, perfect for those looking to work from home.

Outside - Externally, large wooden gates lead into a private courtyard, perfect for alfresco dining and outdoor relaxation or utilise the space for convenient parking. On-street parking is also easily available nearby.

Services - All mains services connected. Gas fired central heating. Solar panels. Underfloor ground floor heating.

Directions - From Totnes proceed over the Vire Island bridge and turn right at Bridgetown stores into Seymour place. Take the next left hand turn into Somerset Place where the property will be found on your left.

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Places of interest

    Stags Totnes office is not hard to find, located in The Granary, an imposing historic stone building, on Coronation Road. Totnes is a charming market town, built at the head of the River Dart's estuary in South Devon. It has good communications, being accessible via the A38 from Exeter, just 22 miles to the east. The town is acknowledged as a thriving New Age centre, where musicians, artists, natural health practitioners and craftspeople live and work with great success. A market is held twice a week, selling antiques, musical instruments, second-hand books, hand made clothing and local organic products. In short, not for nothing was Totnes voted the capital of New Age chic by Time magazine. With its numerous attractive listed buildings and ancient history, Totnes is a tourist hot spot and attracts a growing number of visitors annually. It has many distinctive features such as the Eastgate, an arch spanning the main street, Totnes Castle, a Norman edifice owned by English Heritage, the late medieval Church of St Mary and the Elizabethan House Museum, one of many authentic Elizabethan merchant's houses.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on January 21, 2022

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