Howell Road, Devon

***Guide Price £800,000 - £825,000***
A stunning four bedroom house in a sought-after location in the city centre. The property has both quality and quantity in equal measure, with lovely character features throughout. There is also the rare benefit of a garage, driveway and gardens in the heart of the city. There are two reception rooms plus a beautiful kitchen and bathroom. Viewing is highly recommended.

This charming and beautifully presented family home comes to the market for the first time in 25 years, having been superbly maintained by the current owner. Howell Road is extremely accessible not only to the city centre but also both the college and university campus. Central and St Davids railway stations are also within easy reach and the lovely Bury meadow park is nearby.

This beautiful home has been improved over the years but has kept many of its original features including wooden-framed leaded light windows, picture rails, doors, fireplaces and the gorgeous veranda with original tiled flooring. More recent additions include engineered oak flooring and herring bone parquet flooring in the kitchen. The centrepiece of this outstanding house is the entrance hall with the original staircase and banister leading up to an equally spacious and light landing.

The traditional front door is to the side of the house and has an entrance vestibule leading to the hall. The door to the front of the house leads into the magnificent kitchen, which is fitted with solid wood wall and base units and quartz worksurfaces over. The island unit has a zinc worksurface, which really works with the exposed masonry wall to give a stylish and comfortable feel. There is also a large walk-in pantry with wooden shelving made from scaffold planks, again adding to the overall style of the area. A door leads through into the hall, which then gives access to the W.C, stairs to the first floor and the two reception rooms. The dining room is a pleasant room with a large window to the rear looking into the veranda. The 224sq ft living room has a lovely curved bay to the rear overlooking the garden, an original open fireplace and stunning original wooden double doors out to the veranda.

On the first floor, the light, open landing leads to all rooms. Bedroom one is a large double room with curved bay window to the rear, there is also an original fireplace and picture rail. Bedroom two is another large double room with window to the rear and picture rail. Bedroom three is also a generous double room with a window to the front and a picture rail. Bedroom four is a small double or large single room with a window to the front and picture rail. The family bathroom is large enough to have both a bath and separate walk-in shower. There are two windows to the side, feature tiling and a white W.C with matching wash hand basin a lovely original 1920's mirror above.

Externally, the front of the property has a driveway leading to the garage. There is an area of garden that could be used to extend the driveway for another vehicle. The garage still has its original door which sits on runners and has been superbly maintained, as has everything in this lovely home. The rear garden is a private and mature space with many trees, bushes and plants throughout. The veranda is a wonderful spot to sit and enjoy the afternoon sun, step then lead down to the lawned area with a storage shed and office space, this has full power and lighting. There is a gate to the rear that can give access onto New North Road, it is not currently in use but could easily be opened up again.

Overall, this is a fantastic and rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in the heart of the city. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate everything this beautiful home has to offer.