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Is it deal or no deal? ■ Paul Preen of Lang and Co

House on fire? Men grab mobiles while women save the family photos THE family photograph on the mantelpiece has long been a symbol of British home life, but if fire strikes, odds are it is going up in flames... if it is left to a man to save it. A new study by specialist insurer Ecclesiastical reveals that only 11 per cent of men would prioritise saving photographs should the home be threatened. By contrast, almost three times as many women (27 per cent) put photographs top of their list of possessions to save in an emergency. The study asked over 2,300 members of the British public what items they would save from their homes should they be struck by a disaster like a fire or sudden flood. The study assumed that other family members and pets were safe. Women overwhelmingly plumped for photographs (27 per cent) as their first priority while men chose important documents (24 per cent) followed by technology items such as laptops and phones (22 per cent). Only 12 per cent of women said technology items were their top priority. Respondents were also asked how well they and their partners were prepared should a disaster strike their home. Women who currently live with their partner had significantly less faith in their partners’ knowledge of what items from the home should be saved. More than half of women questioned (51 per cent) thought that their partner definitely or probably did not know which of their possessions to save. Men had more confidence in their partners – for them the figure dropped to around a third (32 per cent). Ominously, women surveyed also believed more strongly that their partners would save their own possessions first before saving theirs. Almost one third of women surveyed (31 per cent) felt that their partner would probably or definitely put saving their own possessions first compared with almost a quarter of men surveyed (24 per cent). Clare Pardy, Ecclesiastical’s Fine Art and Heritage Development Director, said: “The notion of having to leave your home suddenly while trying to save what items you can is something everyone dreads. “That’s why it’s sensible to spend a little time thinking about how you’d respond and what you’d try to save.”

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■ Russell Brighton of Connells

What factors can clinch – or deter – a sale when it comes to choosing a home? Denise O’Leary finds out... YOU find your ideal home with all the features you crave in a dream location at a price you can afford to either buy or to rent. What could possibly deter you from putting in an offer? According to one recent survey not being able to get a mobile phone signal is enough to be a deal-breaker. Researchers discovered that for just under half of 18-35 year olds good mobile reception was the most important factor when choosing their home. It was more crucial than the cost of council tax or access to a hospital – factors which figured more highly in the list of priorities of the older generation. David Cox, Managing Director of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA), said: “With so many people reliant on their smartphone devices for work, social media and keeping in contact with friends and family, it is no surprise it is the top factor in young people’s wish list.” So what other factors can clinch – or deter – a sale when it comes to choosing a home? Local agents agree that new technology does figure highly on the list these days, with good broadband speeds, as well as mobile phone reception, being a crucial factor for many. “These are issues which are becoming increasingly more important to buyers, especially if people work from home,” said Paul Preen of the Plymstock office of Lang and Co. “In the city it tends not to be such a difficult issue but people living in rural areas may find they have more problems. “ Julian Partridge of Julian Marks agreed.

“Broadband is becoming key for a lot of people and they want to be sure that they can get the highest speeds and the latest fibreoptic cabling which is now available,” he said. And it isn’t just work demands which have created the need for top levels of technology – people also need high broadband speeds for their entertainment as well as employment needs. Russell Brighton runs the Connells First Time Buyers Centre in Plymouth and said: “Our properties are in the lower price bracket which means people do tend to have slightly less expectations but things like lack of mobile phone reception could put them off. “Certainly for someone buying a larger, country home it could become an issue.” Bad neighbours can also put off prospective purchasers. “If a neighbour’s property is in a poor state of repair with a poorly kept garden and lots of untidiness it can be a deterrent to purchasers,” said Mr Partridge. “They will steer clear of anything that makes it look as if there are bad neighbours and there isn’t an awful lot a vendor can do about that.” Mr Brighton agreed. “If someone turns up to view a house and the house next door is a mess with rubbish strewn outside and in a poor condition they will be put off,” he said. “But one of the things I have noticed over my years as an estate agent is that if the vendor and the potential purchaser meet and don’t hit it off that can also make a difference. “On the other hand if a buyer takes a shine to the vendor and feels they have clicked and have something in common with them that can seal the deal.

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Purchasers will steer clear of anything that makes it look as if there are bad neighbours

“If they feel that they can relate to the person who is selling they can imagine themselves living there. “Buying a house can be a very emotional experience and people do tend to react with their initial feelings. “If it feels right as soon as they walk in they will be prepared to overlook details which might otherwise put them off. “They can picture themselves in the property and that becomes the overriding factor. “Where the relatives live can also be a decider – sometimes they want them to live nearby so they can help out with babysitting and childcare but sometimes it can be the opposite and they don’t want to buy a property because the in-laws are too near! “It happens all the time that people say they want one set of things and then they end up falling for a house which has none of them but has completely different features they didn’t think they were looking for in the first place. “It’s all about compromise. For some people that will be a smaller property in their dream location for others it will mean changing their location to get a larger home.” Mr Partridge says trees can be another major issue, either in the garden of the house a purchaser is looking at or the one next door, because they are worried about roots damaging the foundations or larger trees blocking out light. Again there isn’t an awful lot which can be done to remedy the situation as the larger trees tend to come with protection orders. “A south-facing garden is also important to a lot of people,” he added. “And something else which we have come across more recently is covenants which prevent someone keeping a caravan or a boat on a front driveway. “These are fairly modern covenants often relating to modern housing estates which have open-plan frontages but it can be a deal breaker for some people.” Mr Preen says some people won’t buy a property if it is close to a public house or a restaurant because they are worried about noise levels but added: “Some country buyers won’t buy a property unless there IS a village pub within walking distance because they want to feel a part of a community. “Similarly some people won’t buy a property if there is no shop nearby because they don’t like the idea of running out of milk and not being able to get fresh supplies. “For some people a swimming pool can put them off because they are aware of the maintenance and running costs of a pool and aren’t prepared to pay for something they may only be able to use a few weeks of the year.” Other important features for some people are a lack of steps and good access, or that old favourite, parking. “Insulation, sound proofing and noise levels can also make a difference for a lot of people – especially if it is an apartment. “They want to be reassured there is not going to be excessive noise from the neighbours.”

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Not everyone is looking to buy a huge mansion with acres of land – some people are equally happy with something a little smaller, as Graham Broach discovers...

SSix ix rreasons easons w hy why ssmall mall iiss bbeautiful eautiful GUINNESS World Records has recognise a property in Conwy, North Wales, as Britain’s smallest house. Aptly called The Smallest House in Great Britain, it is just 10ft tall and has two rooms. It can only fit four people at a time and is around 6ft wide, but every year thousands of tourists still pay the £1 fee to enter the decidedly cosy building. It was occupied for about 200 years until local fisherman Robert Jones, who was 6ft 3ins tall, moved out in 1900. Here at the HomeSeeker, we love to feature grand properties with huge gardens, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms galore. But for most of us, reality is something much more modest. We asked two of our local expert agents, Roger Punch of Stags and Mark Flynn of Julian Marks about smaller homes: why we buy them, why we love them and where to find them. 1. CHARM Roger loves period properties stuffed with original features, but admits: “Interesting and

attractive properties which people don’t want to leave don’t have to be big – you can have a studio apartment which is enormously entertaining and wonderful to live in.” 2. AFFORDABILITY Mark says: “The market is driven by price. First-time buyers buy what they can afford, and smaller properties are generally cheaper.” 3. DOWNSIZING Older people may want to keep their independence without having a large property to look after. A one-bed home, or one with a main bedroom and a guest room, will be easier to maintain and cheaper to heat.

Polperro are the places to find tiny treasures. 5. CHANGING LIFESTYLES In the past, homes often contained several small rooms, with one being reserved for special occasions. Kitchens were places to prepare food, not to eat. Mark says: “Modern families want to use all the space on the ground floor. The days of the rarely-used formal dining room are past. Now they are part of the living space, with kitchen/dining/family rooms becoming popular.” 6. PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES

As building land becomes ever more expensive, the pressure to maximise the livable space in your plot 4. LOCATION increases. Basements are Some of the region’s most converted into ‘garden desirable villages contain tiny apartments’, and many older cottages built for farm workers houses gain an extra room or fishermen. through loft conversions. Roger says that one-up-one- But a word of warning: if you down homes were are going to extend, make commonplace, as people sure the work is done to spent most of their lives building regulations or you working, only coming home to could have trouble selling on eat and sleep. Former fishing or, in the case of a newer villages such as Kingsand, home, invalidate the 10-year guarantee. Cawsand, Turnchapel and

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■ TWO homes for the price of one – this impressive granite-built detached Georgian residence in Princetown is Grade II listed and comes with an attached two-bedroom coach house....

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An acre of landscaped gardens SET in an acre of landscaped grounds, The Old Vicarage offers six bedrooms, three reception rooms, a study and an extensive cellar. Scan me using your smartphone for more details of this property

The classical styling of the reception areas is balanced by several ultra-modern rooms – a fitted breakfast kitchen, a utility room, and a fitted wet room. Visitors are welcomed into the grand house through a granite-floored storm porch and along a hallway running the length of the property. The generous dual-aspect lounge has Georgian windows to the front and side, a feature marble fireplace, working shutters and a window seat.

The family room is of a similar size, with similar features. In the dining room, which has Georgian windows to the rear and side, are a picture rail, a feature slate fireplace, a hearth with an open grate and working shutters. Fitted in the kitchen/breakfast room is a range of units with granite work-tops and a Belfast sink and drainer. Built-in appliances include a recirculating fan, a fridge/freezer and a dishwasher, and there is a gas cooker point. The utility room has tiled flooring, wall units, a granite worktop and plumbing for a washing machine. There is a downstairs wc. On the first floor are four double bedrooms,

two having a feature fireplace, plus a study/ laundry room and a bathroom. This has a cast-iron fireplace with an ornate surround and a mirror. The floor is stripped wood and the fittings include a claw-foot bath, a bidet, a wc and a wash basin built into a vanity unit with two drawers and a marble worktop. There is also a wet room fully tiled with a mixture of Italian basalt slate and glass tiles. On the second floor are two more large bedrooms with arched side windows. The cellar is divided into two substantial areas, each with power and light. The extensive gardens are mainly lawned,

with trees, shrubs and areas of terrace and decking. A cobbled and flagstone courtyard leads to the coach house, while a gravelled drive leads to the detached, granite-faced twin garage, which has folding doors. The centrally-heated Old Coach House has a 22ft lounge/diner with a flagstone floor, a log burner on a slate hearth and two fulllength double glazed front windows. The fitted kitchen has a matching floor, an electric hob, a built-in fridge and a dishwasher. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a bathroom with a skylight. Available from Bradleys (01752 260400) for £725,000.

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Fantastic 17th century Devon long house. 5 Reception rms, kit/breakfast rm, 4 dble bedrooms and 2 generous size family bathrooms. Numerous outbuildings, generous size garage, double carport and the former stable block. 2 Separate lawn areas, one of which has development potential

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Situated by the pedestrianised Broadway shopping centre we have three recently converted spacious first floor apartments. A generous size two bedroom & 2 one bedroom apartments.These fantastic modern apartments would be well suited to first time buyer/ investor. No Onward Chain .

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Situated in the picturesque South Hams coastal village of Wembury is this beautiful holiday retreat situated in Churchwood Valley. This two bedroom detached pine lodge offers potential purchaser the opportunity in owning a rural retreat and fantastic investment. The property comprises of; lounge/ diner, kitchen, and a family bathroom. Holiday Home Only. No Chain .

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Mannamead - £99,950

New Instruction Well presented ground floor apartment with views towards parkland & gas CH. Double bedroom, sitting room, modern fitted kitchen & modern bathroom. Communal rear garden. Resident’s car parking area.

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Milehouse - £139,950

Superb self-contained first floor apartment. Imposing Grade II Listed Victorian villa. Splendid views. Video entry system & night storage heating. Double bedroom, spacious ‘L-shaped’ sitting room, fitted kitchen & modern bathroom/shower. Allocated parking space. Well tended communal grounds.

New Instruction Fabulous third floor apartment with open views across the City. Gas CH, DG & entry phone system. 2 Bedrooms (master en-suite), sitting room, spacious kit/diner & bathroom. South facing terrace. Private parking space. No Chain .

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New Instruction Semi-detached bungalow with gas CH, uPVC DG, etc. 2 Double bedrooms, 2 receptions, remodelled kitchen & modern bathroom with 4 piece suite. Large 26’ workshop/former garage. Ample parking. Low maintenance gardens. No Chain .

Peverell - £169,950

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New Instruction Spacious first floor apartment close to Central Park. Period features. Gas CH & DG. Own private entrance, 3 bedrooms (2 doubles), sitting/ dining room, modern fitted kitchen & bathroom with 4 piece suite. Loft area with Velux window. Covered raised decking area. Private courtyard. No Chain.

Stoke - £124,950

Two bedroom end of terraced chalet situated in "Bovisand Park" in the beautiful South Hams. Lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, shower room, front patio garden, stunning coastal views. Perfect holiday retreat or excellent investment purchase. No Chain .

West Park - £164,995

Plymstock - From £114,500

New Instruction Beautifully presented detached family home within a highly desirable cul-de-sac. UPVC DG, Gas CH & new cavity wall insulation. 3 double bedrooms (master en-suite), sitting room, dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room, spacious modern family bathroom. Private drive with parking for 2 vehicles, integral garage & charming south facing rear garden.

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New Instruction Spacious & versatile detached bungalow. Well presented throughout. Gas CH, DG, etc. 3 Bedrooms, 2 receptions, kitchen, garden/utility room, sun room, workshop/playroom, bathroom & cloak/w.c. Attached garage & long private drive. Generous gardens. No Chain .

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New Instruction Spacious detached house. Popular cul-de-sac. Gas CH & uPVC DG. 4 Bedrooms, study, dual aspect sitting/dining room, kit/breakfast room, utility, shower room & cloak/w.c. Front & rear gardens. Large integral garage & private drive.

Higher Compton - £249,950

Situated in a popular residential cul-de-sac location is this beautifully presented extended 3 bed detached family home. Having undergone a programme of refurbishment by the current vendors and comprises; lounge, dining room, open plan kitchen/family room, 2 bathrooms. Beautifully presented rear garden.

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Widewell - £279,950

New Instruction Substantial 3 storey Victorian house with annexe potential. Conservation Area. Many period features. 5/6 Beds, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite), 4 receptions, kit/breakfast room, 2 utility rooms, study & store room. Charming walled courtyard. Attractive front gardens. Viewing Recommended.

Oreston - £319,950

New Instruction Detached commercial property. Ground floor; shop space, workshop, office, kitchen, W.C. First Floor Flat; 3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, separate W.C, D/G, GCH. Off road parking. Rear workshop, store. Annual Rental Income on workshop & flat £9600.00.

Stoke - £375,000

Detached cottage that has its own pontoon and moorings. Dual aspect lounge with a feature wood burner, separate dining room, fitted kitchen and separate utility room. On the first floor there are 3 bedrooms and a generous size bathroom. Walled courtyard garden.

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Citysales has enjoyed a meteoric rise since opening its doors some six months ago. HomeSeeker visited its base in Plympton to discover the secret of its success...

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Citysales managing director Paul Body and Devon director Simon Allen

West Country estate agents Citysales have enjoyed a meteoric rise since opening their doors in Plympton on February 16 this year. Starting from zero, they now have on their website more than 150 properties either for sale or sold subject to contract. They range from Sennen in West Cornwall to Yealmpton, almost 100 miles away in the South Hams. The lowest-priced property is £75,000 and the most expensive £900,000. Citysales’ proud boast is that they will market and sell any property, saving every client hundreds if not thousands of pounds in selling fees. Parent company Citylets offers a tenantfinding service for £49. Properties are listed on the Rightmove site, Citylets introduces landlords to prospective tenants, then organises the deposit and credit checks. Landlords are then free to choose to manage the property themselves or find a management company of their choice. Here, Citysales director Simon Allen tells his story: “I was the first member of staff here in our air-conditioned 1,650 sq ft head office, backed up with a team of property experts to help me offer a great service. “I was soon followed by Ian Tubb, who took on the massive job of listing and selling property across the whole of Cornwall. We were the men for the job. “My career in estate agency started nearly 20 years ago. “I have managed multiple branches across the whole of Plymouth for some of the most successful corporate and independent estate agents around. “I love my job and would never consider doing anything else. “My main focus is on customer service, in which I have an NVQ. “It is not always about the ‘quick sale’; it is

about obtaining the best price and being completely transparent in the process. “Clients old and new have benefited from our discounted fees. “We charge only 0.75 per cent plus VAT, with a minimum fee of £899 plus VAT. “Some agents’ minimum fees start at £2,000 plus VAT, more than double ours; on bigger properties the savings are massive. “Our biggest saving to date for a client was £4,110 plus VAT, and we even managed to get that client more than their asking price. “My customers include friends from primary school, former work colleagues and a lot of ex-clients who were happy with my services first, second and third times round. “I believe people buy people – and eventually their dream home.” Citysales’ range of services includes inhouse independent mortgage advice provided by Ritchie Nash. They also work alongside local and reputable firms of solicitors. Citysales offer a free and no-obligation realistic valuation of your property, with marketing advice on how to prepare your home for sale to achieve the best possible price. They can help when it comes to land and planning, refurbishment and new builds, and have access to local residential and commercial surveyors. Mr Allen added: “Since we started we have ‘sale agreed’ 99 properties. “We believe we have saved clients more than £170,000 including VAT, based on most high street agents’ average selling fee being 1.5 per cent plus VAT. “And we still have an available stock worth nearly £30 million. “If you are thinking of selling in either Plymouth or Cornwall, please call head office on 01752 21 11 11 or email sales@ citysales.org.”

From top, Ritchie Nash, Ian Tubbs, Debbie Martyn, Jane Groves, and Simon Allen

MEET THE CITYSALES TEAM ■ Ian Tubb, Citysales’ Cornwall director, has over 22 years of local experience in residential sales in both mainstream and high-end markets. He has gained the highest qualifications through the National Association of Estate Agents with Fellow status (FNAEA), trained and qualified also as a Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) and more recently has been a senior manager at a prestigious city centre corporate agency. ■ Kathryn Beer, who is in charge of ‘front of house’, joined Citysales from a highly successful sales career. She actually was a client before she began working for the company. Kathryn organises the viewings for all the properties and is usually the first person to answer the phone. Her aim is to help every client either find their perfect home or to get the right price if they are selling. ■ Jane Groves’ career in estate agency began in 1993, and she moved to Plympton in 1994 as a negotiator / administrator. With 21 years’ industry experience, Jane was delighted to join CitySales as a sales progressor, offering a wealth of knowledge to the team and their clients. The after-sales process is a key stage for both buyers and sellers and Jane ensures this runs as smoothly as possible. She is office-based from Tuesday to Friday. ■ Debbie Martyn joined Citysales this summer. Based in Falmouth, she will be working with clients and selling property throughout the whole of West Cornwall. Debbie began her estate agency career around 15 years ago in Exeter, where she progressed very quickly and gained the Technical Award qualification with the National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP). She ran her own sales and lettings agency for six years in Exeter before moving to Cornwall with her husband.

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Millbay Harbour, Plymouth Central - £186,950

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This 3 double bedroom townhouse was completed in 2010 and offers all the modern day conveniences any buyer is looking for. To the rear is a decked and enclosed garden. To the front is a spacious and attractive communal garden. EPC RATING B

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Detached family home at reduced price THIS detached family home of Saltash’s Pillmere estate is being sold with no chain and has recently been reduced in price. Features include three bedrooms – the master en-suite – uPVC double glazing, gas central heating and gardens to the side and rear. There is a drive and an attached garage, with planning permission in place to extend the garage to provide additional accommodation. The property is tucked away in a cul-de-sac and has landscaped, low-maintenance gardens. Fitted in the sitting room is a feature fireplace housing an electric coal-effect fire set on a

tiled hearth with an ornate surround and mantel. There are TV and phone points. The kitchen/dining room has a tiled floor and is fitted with a range of units with a single-drainer sink, a mixer tap and tiled splashbacks. The roll-edge working surface has space under for a fridge and space and plumbing for a washing machine and a dishwasher. The built-in oven has a four-ring electric hob and a filter above. French windows lead out to the garden. The first-floor landing has a loft hatch and an airing cupboard. In the bathroom is a three-piece suite. All three bedrooms boast built-in furniture including mirror-fronted

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THIS light and airy third-floor apartment in Valletort Road, Stoke, is in a great location ideal for professionals and young families alike. Key features include an en-suite master bedroom, a balcony and a garage, plus uPVC double glazing and gas central heating. The lounge has TV and phone

points and patio doors to a balcony. Fitted in the kitchen is a range of wall and base units including a sink and drainer. The electric oven and gas hob have a cooker hood above and there is plumbing for a washing machine and a dishwasher and space for a fridge/freezer.

Both bedrooms have TV and phone points, the larger having a part-tiled en-suite shower room. There is also a part-tiled family bathroom. Below the property is a garage. Available from Connells (01752 674467) for £145,000.

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wardrobes, the master having an en-suite shower room. The property is approached via a tarmac driveway providing offroad parking and giving access to the attached garage. The landscaped, low-maintenance gardens extend to the rear and side of the property. The fenced rear garden has a paved patio area with flower and shrub borders and a raised bed. The side garden has gravelled seating areas with mature shrubs and plants and a summerhouse in the far corner. There is also a courtesy door to the garage and an outside tap. Available from Bradleys (01752 845488) for £209,950.

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PLYMPTON, PLYMOUTH

ÂŁ159,950

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SOLD 1st VIEWING SIMLAR REQUIRED Immaculate 1 bedroom house with gardens, garage backing onto woods. EPC E

A beautifully presented period end of terraced property located just a short walk from the Ridgeway in Plympton. With an abundance of original features, bathroom with freestanding roll top bath & modern kitchen with Aga cooker, this property also benefits from central heating & double glazing. Outside, is a rear courtyard, a southerly facing front (main) garden & gravelled parking area. EPC -TBC

UNDERWOOD, PLYMPTON

A 2 bedroom semi detached property with driveway, garage & gardens situated in a popular cul-de-sac in Plympton, Plymouth. Benefits include gas central heating, uPVC double glazing, front and rear gardens, driveway and garage. The property is a credit to the current owners and should be viewed internally to avoid disappointment. EPC D

ÂŁ219,950

NEWNHAM DOWNS ÂŁ175,000

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WOODFORD, PLYMPTON

ÂŁ214,950

OFFERS INVITED

A 4 bed semi detached home with large garden & off road parking in the Underwood area of Plympton. Accommodation comprises lounge, modern kitchen/diner, utility area, conservatory/sun room, 4 beds (master en-suite), family bathroom & loft room. Planning permission for rear extension. EPC = D

CHADDLEWOOD ÂŁ239,950

A three bedroom semi detached house having large gardens with fantastic views across Plympton situated in a popular cul-de-sac in Woodford, Plympton. Comprises lounge, dining room, modern kitchen, bathroom, Bedroom 3/utility & 2 further double bedrooms (master en-suite). Gardens, garage and driveway. EPC =E

Located in a small cul-de-sac in Newnham Downs is this 3 bed semi detached property with the benefits of DG, GCH, driveway parking for 2 vehicles. EPC D

COLEBROOK, PLYMPTON

ÂŁ439,950

PLYMSTOCK

ÂŁ450,000

GLENHOLT

ÂŁ695,000

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Located in a cul-de-sac in Chaddlewood, is this 4 bed modern detached property with the benefits of gas C/H, uPVC framed D/G, drive & garage. EPC D

Large house with flexible accommodation. 2 x big lounges, dining rm, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, 6 bedrooms, family bathroom, shower room, store room and further room (possible 2nd kitchen). Great annex opportunity, pking for 6 vehicles, dble garage and large store. EPC C

A unique opportunity to have a detached family home built and finished to your own specification. Located within easy access to the Broadway.

Detached with hydrotherapy pool and gynasium/ physio area. 5 beds (3 ensuite), 4 recs, annex potential, garden, garage, gated entrance. EPC C

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Very spacious detached home has great views YOUR family will never get under each other’s feet in this extremely spacious detached house in Plymstock. The generous accommodation includes separate lounge and dining rooms, a fitted kitchen, a breakfast room, four bedrooms, a large family bathroom and a shower room. The property in Underlane has gas central heating, uPVC double glazing and enjoys far-reaching views. At 21ft by almost 18ft, the dualaspect lounge is a very spacious room with doors to the front and rear. Its centrepiece is a polished limestone fireplace incorporating a living flame-style gas fire. The dining room provides lovely views to the front and has a serving hatch to the kitchen. Its fitted units incorporate an inset stainless steel one-and-ahalf-bowl single-drainer sink.

Integral appliances include a stainless-steel oven, an inset stainless steel five-burner gas hob and a matching cooker hood, with space and plumbing for a washing machine. The room has matching tiled splash-backs, spot lighting and a ceramic-tiled floor which continues into the breakfast room. This has oak-fronted units, work surfaces and a fitted fridge/ freezer. The downstairs wc has a white suite and a tiled floor. Bedrooms One and Four enjoy views towards Staddon Heights; archways lead into their en-suite dressing rooms. Bedroom Two contains built-in wardrobes and cupboards, while Bedroom Three looks over the rear garden. The family bathroom has fullytiled walls and a four-piece suite

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including a corner bath and a separate shower cubicle. A separate shower room contains a tiled cubicle with an overhead shower system. Outside, the 21ft by 20ft double garage has two up-and-over doors, an inspection pit, power and lighting and a fitted workbench with a vice. A separate store room has a wc. The driveway and a gravelled hard-stand provide off-road parking for several vehicles. The lawned front garden contains shrubs and trees, while the rear garden is laid to lawn with decking, a raised shrub bed, a greenhouse and a storage shed plus a secluded patio area with a brick-built barbecue. Available from Julian Marks (01752 401128) for £385,000.

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Interior of grand abode has been totally restored THIS brick-fronted terraced house in Thornhill Road, Mannamead, includes a distinctive Dutch gable and large bays. The interior has been beautifully restored with intricate mouldings, cornice detailing, a full staircase balustrade running through the full height of the building and an excellent family-sized kitchen/ breakfast room leading out to a south-facing rear garden. High ceilings, stripped wooden doors with finger plates and other details make this a most attractive house, while bathroom and shower rooms have been renewed to a contemporary standard. The entrance lobby features a coloured quarry-tiled floor and a tall front door with a glazed light. The hall still contains a servants’ bell. In the bay-fronted sitting room are many period features including a black marble inlaid fireplace with floral tiled slips and a slate hearth.

A wide square archway with twin retracting doors leads to the dining room, which has a white marble fireplace. Steps lead down from the hall to a wc, a utility cupboard and the kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen area is fitted with allround working surfaces incorporating a Belfast sink with a mixer tap, a polished granite work top and drainer, with a peninsula unit as a room divider. There are numerous fitted cupboards. Quality integral appliances include a dishwasher and a sixburner gas cooker hob with a matching extractor hood. The kitchen area has mosaic-tiled splashback areas and a paved floor. The breakfast area has French windows to the rear garden, a wood floor and a recessed range with fitted cupboards, including glazed display units. There is inset ceiling lighting and a small fireplace with a slate hearth.

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The utility cupboard has plumbing for a washing machine and is ventilated for a tumble dryer. Off the first floor rear landing is a bedroom and a fully-tiled bathroom with a modern suite including a bidet and a heated towel rail. There is also a fully-tiled contemporary shower room with a glazed screen, a ‘drench’ head and a heated towel rail. Two more bedrooms, one with a bay, have wood floors and fitted wardrobes. On the top floor are two bedrooms, one enjoying panoramic views. The front garden is landscaped, while the walled rear garden has a tiled area, a wide deck and a gate to a service lane. The single garage has a roller door and power. Available from Stags (01752 223933) for £399,950.

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LOOKING for a brand-new architect-designed home with light and spacious accommodation, great views and the latest energysaving features? Then find time on Saturday (September 13) to visit an open house at the Pleasure View showhome in Plymstock between noon and 2pm. Pleasure View is a development of five four-bedroom properties in a cul-de-sac offering breathtaking panoramic views towards Dartmoor and the Cattewater. Entering the property on the ground floor there is an inviting hallway which gives access to the study/bedroom four, a wc, understairs storage and the kitchen/ dining room. The kitchen is fitted with Italian

handleless units and benefits from large windows and patio doors which allow light to pour in. The patio doors also give access through to the rear garden with a paved area. The first floor comprises a lounge to the rear elevation with sliding bi-fold doors making the most of the views. Bedroom two is at the front of the property. This floor also has a shower room and a large storage cupboard. The second floor has an ensuite master bedroom with a further bedroom and a bathroom. The master bedroom, situated to the rear of the property, has a door to a walk-on balcony offering great panoramic views.

Outside, is a rear garden and two allocated parking spaces. The communal areas of the development will be maintained by a management company made up of the owners of the five properties; and the cost of the management charge is estimated at £50 per annum. The properties are architecturally designed and include electric solar panels, reducing the cost of household bills. The development is close to local shopping and leisure facilities, and the properties come with a 10 year Local Authority Building Control warranty.

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Available from Connells (01752 481577) from £265,000.

Two-bed maisonette is in a listed building THIS character-filled twobedroom maisonette is situated in Southside Street in the historic heart of Plymouth’s Barbican. Part of a Grade Two Listed building, it is literally steps away from vivid nightlife as well as local shops and amenities. The Hoe and Plymouth city centre, Mayflower Steps and the National

Marine Aquarium are all an easy walk away. This newly-refurbished property is beautifully light and airy. It has a fitted kitchen, a lounge/ diner and a double bedroom on the lower floor with a modern bathroom and another double bedroom above. There is modern electric heating

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and an electric immersion heater providing hot water to the kitchen, bathroom and the mains-provided shower. Character features include original sash windows and wooden beams. Available from Fulfords (01752 223355) for £120,000.

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Fabulous detached home at the end of a cul-de-sac in a semi-rural position briefly comprising 2 large receptions, 4 double bedrooms, master ensuite & 2 family bathrooms. uPVC double-glazing. Gas central heating. Ample off-road parking. 33' garage. Delightful south-facing rear garden. EPC: TBC

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Staddiscombe

£289,995

4-bedroom family home situated in quiet, level position, in good order throughout, comprising spacious entrance hall with 2 reception rooms, kitchen, utility & downstairs cloakroom 4 generous bedrooms with master ensuite & family bathroom. Fully-enclosed, walled garden. Garage & parking. Double-glazing. Gas central heating. EPC: B

Wembury

£200,000

2-bedroom, end-terrace cottage presented to a very good standard throughout - full of charm & character & comprising an entrance porch, lounge/diner, kitchen, 2 bedrooms & bathroom. Private driveway & off-road parking. Pretty rear garden. Open views to the front. uPVC double-glazing. Gas central heating. EPC: TBC

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£349,950

NE Plympton

£285,000

Attached, modern family residence adjacent to a local nature reserve with accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms with master ensuite shower room, family bathroom, downstairs wc, lounge & separate study & feature kitchen/dining room. Attractive rear gardens with access to the garage & drive. EPC: TBC

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Plymstock

£375,000

Individually-designed, well-presented, executive, detached home comprising 3 receptions, spacious kitchen, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, 4 bedrooms, master ensuite & family bathroom. Large garage with brick-paved, private driveway. Well-maintained gardens. Good views to the rear. uPVC double-glazing. Gas central heating. EPC: D

Plymstock

£280,000

Individual, brick-built, detached bungalow at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac yet within easy reach of the Broadway shopping centre, comprising open plan lounge/diner, well-fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom & separate cloakroom. Gardens. Ample off-road parking. Garage & summer house. uPVC double-glazing. Gas central heating. EPC: D

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them from saving with a particular bank or building society. Even worse, many people say that misunderstanding financial terms or not even reading them properly has resulted in them being hit in the wallet. Across the UK, consumers estimate they have lost out on ÂŁ428 on average over the last year through not getting to grips with the small print around financial products, according to research from the Government-backed Money Advice Service (MAS). This could be down to anything from incurring late payment charges on credit cards because the person didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully understand the deal or withdrawing money from a savings account too early, resulting in a financial penalty. Danny Cox, head of financial planning at financial services firm Hargreaves Lansdown, says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Financial institutions have a history of overcomplicating money matters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jargon is an obstacle to making good savings decisions and the easier you make it for people, the more they are likely to do the right things with their money. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are parts of the financial services industry working hard to help people to understand the importance of financial matters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Savings and investing rates need to improve, borrowing needs to fall, and this can only be done with the right information, guidance and use of simple language.â&#x20AC;? There are moves towards more financial products which do â&#x20AC;&#x153;what they say on the tinâ&#x20AC;? and make it easier for consumers to shop around for deals without unexpected catches. A Treasury-commissioned review recommended a suite of simple and transparent financial products which have a clear pricing structure and carry clear language. A life insurance product from Barclays has just become the first deal to be awarded a BSI (British Standards Institution) kitemark under this scheme and more simple products are in the pipeline. â&#x2013; The MAS has a jargon quiz for people to test whether or not their knowledge of financial terms is up to scratch at www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/ en/tools/do-you-know-your-ear-from-your-elbow.

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Extended property with lots of space HOW much would you expect to pay for a four-bedroom house with a garden and off-road parking? This extended terraced home in Brentford Avenue, Whitleigh, is in immaculate condition, has masses of room, uPVC windows and gas central heating. The asking price is just ÂŁ145,000. The entrance porch has storage, laminate flooring and French windows through to the hallway. Far-reaching views can be enjoyed from the bay-fronted living room, which boasts laminate flooring, ceiling coving, a ceiling spotlight and a

contemporary wall-mounted electric fire. The kitchen has tiled flooring and a small breakfast bar. It is fitted with wall and base units with laminated roll-top work surfaces, a double circular sink unit and tiled splashbacks. Integral appliances include a double oven, a four-ring electric hob and a cooker hood, with plumbing for a dishwasher. The separate dining room has laminate flooring and ceiling coving. There is a downstairs wc and a utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and patio doors to the garden.

The bathroom has fully-tiled walls, a three-piece suite including a bath with an electric shower, plus a heated towel rail. Three of the bedrooms have farreaching views and the fourth overlooks the garden. Three have fitted storage. To the front of the property there is an attractive brick-built seating area, a car hard stand and a pathway to the rear garden. To the rear there is an attractive garden which is part-paved, part-decked and part laid to lawn, with an outside light. Available from Connells (01752 664357) for ÂŁ145,000.

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5 Camperdown Street, Milehouse, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL2 1JQ

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Connells are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £120,000 for 5 Camperdown Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1JQ. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Connells St Budeaux, 15 Victoria Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1RW 01752 351616 before exchange of contracts Spacious three double bedroom mid terraced house with utility room and en suite Wc to master bedroom. NO ONWARD CHAIN! EPC: D

Badgers Wood

£85,000

Ground floor maisonette. Lounge, dining area and separate kitchen, one bedroom, low maintenance garden and allocated parking! EPC: C.

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Weston Mill Guide Price

£180,000 1 IN LD EK SO WE

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GUIDE PRICE £155,000 to £165,000. THREE reception rooms. THREE bedrooms. TWO shower rooms.....and a DOUBLE garage! EPC: TBC

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Purpose built two bedroom upper floor flat, central location, uPVC double glazing, great investment, Energy Rating: TBC

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£155,000

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£89,500

£87,000

£145,000

01752 664 357

Stoke

One double bedroom purpose built flat, Private entrance, No chain, Great first time buy, Close to amenities and Dockyard, uPVC DG, EPC: TBC

Four bedroom mid terrace house, Car hardstand, uPVC windows, GCH, Immaculately presented, Extended, Feature rear garden, EPC: TBC

St Budeaux Guide Price

Flat 3, Junction Gardens, St Judes, Plymouth, PL4

One bedroom top floor apartment, No chain/vacant possession, Partial uPVC DG, GCH, Far reaching rear views to the sea, EPC: TBC

Whitleigh

NO ONWARD CHAIN. THREE bedrooms, TWO reception rooms as well as well established gardens to the front and rear. EPC: D

3 Junction Gardens , St Judes , Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 9AR

9AR PUBLIC NOTICE: We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £113,000. Any interested party must submit any higher offer in writing to Connells, 32 Mannamead Road, Mutley Plain, Plymouth, PL4 7AA, Tel: 01752 664357, before an exchange of contract takes place.

£160,000

Guide Price £170,000 to £190,000. Fantastic four storey town house with master en suite & further three double bedrooms. EPC: D

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£95,000

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Saltash Passage

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Three bedroom maisonette arranged over three floors, Private entrance, uPVC double glazing, GCH, Immaculately presented, EPC: TBC

Three bedroom top floor maisonette, Two reception rooms, Private entrance, Private rear garden, No chain, uPVC DG, GCH, EPC: D

£170,000 IN

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£120,000

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N IO EW T N UC R ST IN Two bedroom purpose built ground floor apartment, Highly desirable location, Cull-de-sac position, GCH, uPVC DG, No chain, EPC: TBC

£120,000

St Budeaux 15 Victoria Road St Budeaux PL5 1RW

Guide Price £180,000 to £190,000. Three good size bedrooms, down stairs WC, great views and large lounge/dining area. A must view! EPC D.

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Mutley

£200,000

Lipson

Ivybridge 11 Glanvilles Road Ivybridge PL21 9PS

£160,000

Cornwood Guide Price

£190,000

No chain. End of terrace. Benefitting from rear courtyard, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and separate WC. EPC: D

Stoke

£185,000

5/6 bed home with lounge, dining room, kitchen, conservatory, utility, cloakroom, ensuite, bathroom, garage, parking and garden. EPC: D

Filham

£625,000

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Beacon Park

Ivybridge

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N IO EW T N UC R ST IN Mid terraced property with 5 double letting rooms, fully let out for 2014/15. Fantastic investment opportunity! EPC: D

£375,000

Four bedroom detached family residence with lounge, dining room, kitchen with utility space, gardens, double garage and driveway for two cars. EPC: D

Moorhaven

£475,000

N IO EW T N UC R ST IN Four large bedrooms. Converted loft with en suite. Large south facing garden. Great family home. Extremely flexible accommodation. EPC: D

Fantastic property located in the ever popular Stoke. Boasting plentiful living accommodation as well as four bedrooms and a loft conversion. EPC: C

£220,000

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£240,000

Cornwood

£385,000

Three bed character residence. Lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, ensuite, downstairs WC, utility space, impressive gardens. EPC: D

South Brent

£299,950

Detached 4 bed home. Lounge, kitchen/breakfast rm, dining rm, downstairs WC, utility rm, master ensuite, gardens, garage, driveway. EPC: E

Recently renovated family home. Three double bedrooms, master ensuite, open plan lounge/diner/kitchen, gardens, garage and driveway. EPC: D

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£285,000

£250,000

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Stunning 3 bed family home. Beautiful period features throughout. Two large reception rooms. Private garden. Viewing is a must! EPC: G

A superb 4 bed detached home with fabulous gardens. Lounge, kitchen, diner, family room, study, bathroom, ensuite, garage and parking. EPC: E

A fantastic INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY over three floors with FIVE/ SIX LETTING ROOMS and garage in a prime location in Stoke. EPC: E

Modern conversion with four double beds, lounge, private parking, private & communal gardens, modern fitted kitchen/diner & ensuite bathroom. EPC: D

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Guide Price £250,000 - £260,000. 3 bed end of terrace prop with an open plan lounge, diner & kitchen, gardens, parking. No onward chain. EPC D

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Plympton 110 Ridgeway Plymouth PL7 2HN

£189,950

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£300,000

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End of terrace property with 3 bedrooms, fitted kitchen, lounge, modern bathroom, level gardens & parking. GCH & DG. EPC D

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Urgently Wanted - 3 Bedroom Stanburys in Plympton We have applicants looking for 3 bedroom Stanburys in the Plympton area. They do not mind if it is in good decorative order. Any condition considered. Looking to pay up to £200,000.

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£205,000

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Urgently Wanted - 2 Bedroom Properties We have applicants looking for 2 bed properties in the Plympton area. They do not mind if it is in good decorative order, there main priority is this location.

Newton Ferrers

End of terrace home in cul de sac with 2 bedrms, lounge, kitchen, large conservatory, bathroom, enclosed rear garden, alloc parking. GCH/DG. EPC C.

Substantial 3 storey semi-detached property currently arrange as 9 bedsits & stands in a private no through road & has no chain. EPC: E

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4 bed detached house in popular cul-de-sac location. Conservatory, lounge, dining room, cloakroom, garage and gardens. EPC D.

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Plympton

£140,000

Staddiscombe

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1 bed retirement apartment with private car park & balcony in the desirable Macarthy & Stone Development. EPC: C.

£245,000

Plymstock

3 bed mid terrace house offering lounge, dining room, conservatory, family bathroom, front and rear gardens. EPC awaited.

OPEN DAY Sat 20th 10-2. Character family home with original features, 3 beds, loft room, 2 receptions, gardens, driveway & no chain. EPC:D

Plympton

£160,000

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£115,000

£229,950

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OPEN DAY Saturday 20th Sep 12:30-2:30. bed semi detached with private driveway, garage, 2 receptions, GCH, DG & gardens. NO CHAIN EPC:TBC.

£265,000

OPEN DAY THIS SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER! Call now to register your interest. Pleasure View is an exciting architecturally designed development consisting of five 4 bedroom properties. With breathtaking panoramic views the properties have a kitchen/dining room, lounge, WC, bathroom & shower rooms. EPC Exempt.

Guide Price £300,000-£320,000. 4 bed detached family home with 2 receptions, 100ft south westerly rear garden & double garage. EPC:C

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Plympton

Plymstock 2a the Broadway Plymouth PL9 7AW

Double fronted residence with 4 beds, lounge, dining rm, study, kitchen, shower rm, conservatory, bathrm, garage, garden & outbuildings. EPC E

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CRESSY Cottage is a charming Grade II Listed detached house set in a conservation area in the heart of historic Tamerton Foliot. Despite its country feel, Plymouth city centre is only four miles distant, with Derriford Hospital less than two miles away. The four-bedroom cottage is full of character and period features include attractive fireplaces, beamed ceilings and slate floors. Modern amenities include gas central heating, two bathrooms and a large 26ft by 21ft garage.

Outside there is a useful workshop and a stunning walled garden laid mainly to lawn with well-stocked flowerbeds, mature trees and patio and seating areas. The spacious accommodation includes a welcoming entrance hallway and a generous sitting room The elegant dining room is ideal for dinner parties, while for more informal meals there is a cosy snug / breakfast room. Fitted in the part-tiled kitchen is a comprehensive range of modern

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white units with roll-edge work surfaces and a stainless steel sink-drainer with a swan neck mixer tap. Also on the ground floor are a utility room and a wc. On the first floor are four double bedrooms and two good-sized bathrooms. The property is in excellent condition and great decorative order, and the gardens are beautifully maintained. Available from Lang & Co (01752 256000) for ÂŁ425,000.

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Own a share of twobed terrace property HERE’S a chance to own a 55 per cent share of a two-bedroom terraced home in Lee Mill near Ivybridge. The property in Harris Way comes with uPVC double glazing, gas central heating, front and rear gardens and parking for two cars. The hallway has laminate flooring which extends into the lounge/ diner. This has understairs storage, a TV point and patio doors to the back garden.

The part-tiled fitted kitchen has vinyl flooring and a stainless-steel sink and drainer unit. Appliances include an electric oven with a gas hob and cooker hood, and there is space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge/freezer. There is loft access from the landing, ands the larger of the two double bedrooms has fitted wardrobes. The bathroom has a three-piece suite including a bath with shower above.

Other features include a shaver point, an extractor fan, a storage cupboard, ceiling coving and vinyl flooring. Outside there is a parking space for two cars. The front garden is lawned, while the fenced rear garden has a patio area, decking and a stonechipped area. Available from Connells (01752 691200) at £76,250 for a 55 per cent share.

Improved semi sits in a quiet cul-de-sac THIS three-bedroom semidetached family home is situated in a cul-de-sac in Cherry Park, Plympton, and has been much improved. The property has a refitted kitchen and a new shower room with an additional wc, plus gas central heating and uPVC double glazing. Downstairs is a study with plenty of extra storage, while a long, private driveway leads to a largerthan-average garage/workshop. The south-facing rear garden is enclosed and sunny. Centre stage in the lounge is a feature fireplace with an inset gas fire. This room leads open plan to the good-sized dining room, which overlooks the garden and has a

built-in understairs storage cupboard. The kitchen has been refitted with a matching range of wall and base units with a roll-top work surface and an inset stainless-steel sink with a single drainer, a mixer tap and a tiled surround. There is tile-effect laminate flooring. Space and a gas point for a range cooker are provided, and there are spaces and plumbing for a washing machine and a dishwasher. The two larger bedrooms have built-in wardrobes. One of the bedrooms enjoys elevated views over Plympton. There is a separate wc and a shower room with a three-piece

suite including a corner shower cubicle and a rectangular wash hand basin. The shower room also has halfheight tiling and a ladder-style heated towel rail. The rear garden includes a paved patio, two stone-chipped areas, a large bed of shrubs and bushes and a lawn. A gate gives access onto Wolverwood Lane. In front of the house is a hard stand, and there is plenty more off-road parking in the long driveway and the 20ft garage/ workshop, which has power and lighting. Available from Citysales (01752 211111) for £209,950.

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JUST move in â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this terraced home in Coldrenick Street, St Budeaux was recently refurbished to a high standard, and all it needs is your furniture. The accommodation includes a light and airy lounge, a separate dining room, a newly fitted highgloss white kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom with a beautifully-fitted four-piece suite. The property also benefits from a converted loft space, gas central heating, uPVC double glazing and a rear courtyard. Both the dining room and the bayfronted lounge have decorative coved ceilings and ceiling roses, the lounge also having a feature fire surround with a downlighter.

The kitchen has been newly fitted with a range of wall and base units finished with high-gloss white doors and drawer fronts with remote-control colourchanging lighting. The roll-top work surfaces have matching half splashbacks and there is a stainless-steel sink and drainer unit with a mixer tap and slate tile-effect laminate flooring. Fitted in the kitchen are a single electric oven and a four-ring gas hob with a cooker hood, plus space and plumbing for a washing machine. The first-floor landing has a loft hatch with a ladder. The generous bathroom is newly

fitted with a four-piece suite including a sunken bath in a tiled surround with corner uplighters and a floor-level remote-control colour-changing light strip. A separate shower cubicle has a thermostatic drench shower. The room is fully tiled, with a heated towel rail and LED downlighters. The converted loft space has power and two skylights. To the rear of the property is an enclosed courtyard laid to patio with a gate to a rear service lane. Available from Fulfords (01752 362481) for ÂŁ140,000.

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SO SOLD ON THE 1ST VIEWING Austin Farm

£129,950 EPC:D

This property was SOLD on the FIRST viewing! More wanted! Please call NOW for your FREE valuation on 01752 674000. Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

More Than A Pretty Face Plymouth

£160,000 EPC:D

This is a fantastic two bedroom end of terrace property set in a popular residential area and in close proximity to good schools, Central Park and town centre. Call Plymouth 01752 674000

URGENTLY REQUIRED Looking to sell? Fantastic! Now is the perfect time - we have a huge database of applicants waiting to buy their new home. Your property could be the one for them so give us a call on 01752 674000 for your free valuation!

Room With A View Plymouth

OIRO £99,950 EPC:C

Superbly presented modern two double bedroom flat with River Tamer views situated on the top floor and offers generous living accomodation. Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

We have registered buyers this week looking in the CROWNHILL area of Plymouth. Is your property a 3-4 Bed, ideal family home? We have people lined up to view your home, looking to spend up to £220,000. If this criteria matches your property give us a call to find out how much your house could be worth - you may be pleasantly surprised! We have so many applicants registered looking for PEVERELL, we must find them homes! Please call us NOW on 01752 674000 to book your FREE valuation.

The Home Your Family Deserves Plymouth

£220,000 EPC:D

With outstanding far reaching views across Badgers Wood and Tamerton Lake, this beautiful three bedroom semi detached property really is a credit to its current owners. With ample living accommodation including a spacious rear conservatory, large living/dining area, modern fitted kitchen and utility room, this property would make an ideal family home. The first floor comprises of two bedrooms, family bathroom and a large loft storage space with the third bedroom located on the entrance level.

Three bedroom Semi detached ● Views across Badgers Wood and Tamerton Lake ● Driveway Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

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A Home To Cherish Crownhill

£220,000 EPC:TBC

A beautifully presented four bedroom semi-detached family home situated in a popular cul-de-sac within Crownhill. The property is close to popular schools and local amenities and also benefits from front and rear gardens, garage & allocated parking. Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

We now offer FREE floorplans with every new listing! We also offer some great benefits that no other agent can match! Call us now to discuss what we can do for you today! 01752 674000.

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£220,000 - £230,000 EPC:D

£189,950 EPC:D

Fantastic three bedroom linked detached in Hartley Vale with south facing rear garden, garage and off road parking. Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

£150,000 - £155,000 Guide Price A Home For All Reasons EPC:C Plymstock

This superb two bedroom end of terrace is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in Plymstock. Offers conservatory and a private south facing rear garden. Call Plymstock on 01752 658181

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£245,000 - £255,000 EPC:D

Superbly presented three bedroom semi detached home set is a cul de sac in Derriford with garage and parking for four cars. Call Derriford 01752 659993

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Guide Price Family In Mind Derriford

A three bedroom mid terrace period property situated in the highly desirable area of St Judes. The property comprises lounge/diner, separate kichen, patio door leading to rear courtyard, two double bedrooms, one single bedroom and an upstairs bathroom. Call Plymouth on 01752 674000

£165,000 - £175,000 Guide Price Welcome To Paradise EPC:B

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A fantastic opportunity has hit Plymouth haart, it is a three bed town house in the new build area of Devonport. The property has a private rear garden and one parking space. Call Plymouth 01752 674000

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Choice of two fantastic family homes in Hooe FANCY living within walking distance of Jennycliff, Bovisand and the Mount Batten Peninsula? It’s easy to access the beautiful South West Coastal Path, and the Hooe area has plenty of local amenities including a good primary school, a general store/ post office, restaurants and friendly pubs. Recreational facilities can be found at Fort Stamford Leisure Centre, Staddon Heights Golf Course and the Mount Batten Water Sports Centre. From Mount Batten there is a water taxi service providing a fast and convenient connection with the historic Barbican waterfront and Plymouth city centre. Lang & Co’s Plymstock branch have two properties in for sale Hooe. The first is an extended threebedroom semi-detached family home in Lalebrook Road. Downstairs are a spacious entrance hall, a wc, a lounge with

a feature fireplace and a separate dining room. The modern fitted kitchen boasts integrated appliances and there is a family room with patio doors leading onto a sun deck seating area. On the first floor there are three bedrooms, all with fitted bedroom furniture and storage, and a three piece modern family bathroom suite. To the front of the property is a beautifully-kept lawned garden with flower borders. A private driveway provides parking and access to the detached garage. To the rear there is a patio seating area, a greenhouse and a generous lawned garden with a variety of mature shrubs and bushes. The property has uPVC double glazing, gas central heating and is being sold with no onward chain. Just around the corner in Jennycliff Lane is this well-

Jennycliff Lane

presented three bedroom semidetached family home. On the ground floor are an entrance hall, a lounge, a separate dining room, a fitted kitchen and a generous-sized conservatory. On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom fitted with a modern white threepiece suite. At the front there is a lowmaintenance garden, a drive and a oversized single garage with light, power and a water supply. To the rear is a south-facing garden with a patio seating area leading onto another lowmaintenance garden with an area of lawn and a wooden storage shed. The property has both uPVC double glazing and gas central heating. Available from Lang & Co (01752 456000) for £215,000 (Lalebrick Road) and £209,950 (Jennicliff Lane).

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Living together as an extended family is sometimes stressful, but at least you can ease some of the tension by getting your home’s lay-out right, says Julia Gray

FANS of The Archers will know that multi-generational living is working well for David and Ruth Archer and their kids, busy farmers whose lives have much improved since domestic goddess Jill, David’s mum, moved in with them. The arrangement works well for Jill too, as she prefers family life to living alone. What’s more, the move has worked well for the farmhouse, without any changes needing to be made. But ‘normal’ life isn’t like soap opera life – while in some ways, this is a very good thing, in the case of multi-generational housing, it often isn’t. Different generations generally need a bathroom and living area each, even a kitchen. Some homes are divided up horizontally along generational lines, with the parents sleeping in the (converted) loft, the kids on the first floor and the grandparents on the ground floor. If the balance of rooms isn’t right, with enough private and communal space for everyone, you can quickly expect tension and tears. One of my friends is trying to buy a house with her parents that they can divide up horizontally. In the meantime, they’re renting together and she’s resorted to living on snacks that don’t need to be cooked, because she feels uncomfortable using the kitchen when her parents are there. Psychologist Jane McCartney, who was part of a recent Mira Showers discussion on multi-generational living, had similar tales of woe about extended families under one roof – she told of one gran who was given timeslots when she could use the only kitchen, so she didn’t get in the way. In these cases, the accommodation clearly isn’t working for all the family members.

But that doesn’t mean it can’t be adapted in ways that will not only make it pleasant for everyone living there, but also add value and make it more sellable (when the time comes). If your home’s loft is suitable for conversion and you have space on the floor below for a staircase, a loft conversion is a cost-effective way to add another storey. While lofts are typically turned into a master bedroom and en suite, they can work well as children’s rooms too – giving them some privacy, and you some peace! You can also convert cellars, garages and outbuildings (often subject to planning permission), but extensions are probably the most flexible way of adding space, because there are lots of different ways to extend to suit a family’s needs. Rear extensions are perfect for the everpopular kitchen-diner/family room, but just extending into the side-return can transform a narrow kitchen into a kitchen-diner. For many families these days, whether extended or not, open-plan space is a must. If you can’t have a kitchen-diner by extending, you may be able to create one by knocking down the wall between the dining room and kitchen. Another wall that often comes down is the one between a separate loo and bathroom, but remember that while this might be a dated layout, it can work better in a multi-generational home than having the loo in the bathroom, because the loo can still be used when someone’s in the bathroom. And as we all know, nothing can lead to family tensions like queues for preening time!

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Fine living in an historic Grade II Listed property BELL View forms the east wing of Manadon House – an historic Grade II Listed home with a fireplace featuring a Celtic insignia on the impressive granite lintel which has been catalogued by English Heritage. The property briefly comprises portico, dining hall with gas fire, kitchen/breakfast room with granite fireplace, gas stove and built-in microwave, utility room with washing machine and washer dryer, inner hallway with rear lobby and downstairs wc, living room with

woodburner, master bedroom suite with walk-in dressing area and en-suite, guest bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further double bedrooms, and family bathroom. There’s gas central heating with gas underfloor heating in the kitchen and dining room. The property also benefits from parking, and front and rear gardens with gardener included. No pets/smokers. Available from M&B Residential Lettings (01752 759905) for £1,950 PCM

LETTING agents are being urged to meet the October deadline to register with an approved redress scheme. They have until October 1, 2014 to register with one of three redress schemes, to ensure tenants and leaseholders have a straightforward option to hold their agents to account. Anyone who feels they get a poor deal from their letting agent will then be able to take their complaint to the redress scheme, and could receive compensation. The schemes are run by The Property Ombudsman, Ombudsman Services Property and the Property Redress Scheme. The vast majority of letting agents are already signed up to one of these three redress schemes but Housing Minister Brandon Lewis is reminding those who have not done so to get a move on. “Most tenants and landlords are happy with the service they get from their letting agent, but in the small number of cases where people have complaints these should be addressed quickly and effectively,” he said. “That’s why from October 1 letting agents will need to belong to one of the approved redress schemes. “This will mean that anyone who feels they are not being treated fairly will have somewhere to go with their concerns and could receive compensation,” he explained. “I’m pleased to see that already the vast majority of letting agents have signed up but with less than a month to go before it becomes a legal requirement, I would urge those who haven’t done so yet to follow suit,” he added. Other measures being introduced to protect tenants include a new voluntary code of practice to set standards for the management of property in the private rented sector and a new Help to Rent guide, which helps tenants understand what they should expect from their rental deal and how they can take action if they are the victim of poor standards of accommodation. There will also be a new model tenancy agreement which landlords and tenants can use for longer tenancies if they wish, which will provide extra security and stability for families and extra guidance for local councils on how to tackle the small minority of rogue landlords.

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Tel: 07929 205490 or 07929 205471

SALTASH A one-bed garden apartment, set within the grounds of a beautiful Victorian Villa in Saltash. Minutes from train station. Compiled as: a large open plan kitchen/living area with flagstone floor, en-suite bathroom. GCH, partially furnished, recently renovated with all new white goods. Including of Council Tax. Long/short term let. No smokers No pets Working professional only ÂŁ600 pcm

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2 bedroom flat. Part furnished. D.G. CH. Close to shops, bus routes and city centre. No pets. Deposit required.

This well presented spacious mix share is looking for another friendly responsible none smoker. Re-carpeted and decorated, huge lounge, kitchen/diner, two baths/ shower. Large double room. ÂŁ85 pw inc bills

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The Hoe Large room to let in shared house, fully furnished, CH, DG, off road parking available, Wi-Fi

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1 Bed unfurnished house, small garden, off road parking. No pets. References required. ÂŁ525 pcm plus bills

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Tel: 01364 72316 or 07970 108391

Tel: 07900 586004 or 01752 862103

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Choice of single rooms in shared flats or houses, areas Central and Weston Mill - Plymouth. Housing benefits accepted with guarantor, full details. Would suit over 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or retired.

Belaire Road, 15 mins city centre. Nice double bedded room. Free internet/ sky. NO DEPOSIT, ALL BILLS INCS. ÂŁ85pw single person ÂŁ350pcm. Mature working people only. Over 40yrs old, PL2 3QH

Tel: 01752 361710 or 07516 516516

Tel: 07737 160899 or 07737 263479

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PLYMOUTH MUTLEY AREA For contract workers, professionals, any length of stay. No deposit required, no pets. Rooms from ÂŁ65pw and En suite rooms ÂŁ90pw.

Tel: 07909 877296 or 07864 028385

HARTLEY - 2 BED BASEMENT FLAT

1st/2nd Floor - S/Contained, U/F maisonette 2 bed, lounge, study, FF Kitchen, (White goods) bathroom with shower over bath on site parking for 1 car. D/G. GCH, ďŹ tted carpets. Suit working couple with grown up family. No pets, smokers. Dep & ref reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. ÂŁ590 PCM

Well presented, 2-double bed, unfurnished, fully f/ kitchen, bath/shower, GCH, DG, conservatory/courtyard. Suit professional person/ couple, No Smokers/Pets, No DH SS. Deposit & reference required.

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MANNAMEAD 45 COLLEGE AV Two Large flats. Two & One bed (ÂŁ520), unfurnished, large garden,new carpets,nice view. Working people. No pets/smokers. Ref & month deposit req. ÂŁ620 plus bills pcm

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St Judes 2 bed unfurnished FF Flat GCH No smokers or pets Ref & deposit in advance required ÂŁ550 pcm plus bills

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ST JUDES All bills included (except Council Tax) TO LET 1 bed self contained flat. Kitchen,bathroom,central heating & DG. Deposit & reference required.

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2 bed, bath, f/ďŹ tted kitchen, unfurnished/part furnished, no pets, deposit and credit check required

Large 1 bed S/c Gff. D/G, Gas C/H. Water rates only ÂŁ35 pcm. Excellent con. No pets. Suit persons over 35. Deposit required

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A modern attached house with integral garage within the waterside village of Turnchapel. Some water views, sitting/dining room, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms (both with en suites), integral single garage, sheltered garden terrace. EPC Band E. Web Find: 68472 Guide Price £199,950 Plymouth 01752 223933

A distinctive Dutch gable fronted town house, superbly presented, with south facing terrace and garage. Hall, cloakroom, 2 communicating receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, 5 bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, restored period features, front garden, stone walled rear terrace garden, single garage. EPC Band E. Web Find: 69359 Guide Price £399,950 Plymouth 01752 223933

A bay fronted Victorian town house with garage, garden and wide ranging views across the City. 2 principal receptions, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), lower floor study/sitting room, utility, walled front and rear gardens, single garage. EPC Band D. Web Find: 69445 Guide Price £299,950 Plymouth 01752 223933

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