5 Bedroom Detached House for sale in St. Leonards
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Directions
From the city centre proceed along Topsham Road taking the left hand turn onto Matford Lane, right onto Matford Road and left onto Matford Road. The house will be found on the left hand side.
Situation
Perfectly positioned in the heart of St Leonards, Oakdene enjoys a prime address in one of Exeters most desirable neighbourhoods. This elegant location combines the charm of a close-knit community with the convenience of vibrant city living, just a short, level stroll from Exeters historic centre.
At its doorstep lies the much-loved Magdalen Road village, a thriving hub of independent cafés, artisan food stores, and everyday essentials, bringing a lively, local atmosphere to daily life.
The area is exceptionally well served by education, with a wide selection of highly regarded schools nearby, including The Maynard, Exeter School, and several excellent state schools. The University of Exeter and Exeter College also offer outstanding further and higher education opportunities and St. Luke's campus is within walking distance.
The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital is just moments away, making the location particularly attractive for healthcare professionals. For leisure, residents enjoy easy access to riverside walks along the Exe, and the cultural delights of the city, from theatres and museums to Exeters historic quayside and cathedral. Sporting enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to major venues including Sandy Park, home of the Exeter Chiefs, and St James Park football ground.
Transport connections are superb. Exeter St Davids offers direct rail links to London Paddington in around two hours, while the M5 motorway and Exeter Airport, just over five miles away, provide excellent connectivity for both business and leisure travel.
This rare combination of community, culture, education, and accessibility makes Oakdene an exceptional choice for modern family living in Exeter.
Description
A distinguished period home in one of Exeters finest addresses, combining character, space and versatility.
Set within one of Exeters most highly regarded residential addresses in St Leonards, this attractive detached home offers a rare combination of architectural character, generous accommodation and excellent everyday practicality.
The property makes a strong first impression, with its red-brick façade set within a mature and established setting. Inside, a welcoming reception hallway immediately reflects the homes period heritage, with beautiful stained glass, ornate ceiling detailing and moulded coving all contributing to the character and quality.
From the hallway, the principal reception spaces unfold with a natural and balanced flow. The sitting room is particularly impressive in scale, providing a bright and comfortable main living space with wonderful bay window, while the dining room, with its bay window, offers a more formal setting for entertaining.
To the rear, the kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, a generous and sociable space well suited to day-to-day family life, with a natural connection to the garden.
Additional ground floor rooms add to the flexibility of the layout, including a dedicated study, ideal for home working, and a cinema/family room which provides a more informal retreat, well suited to modern living. This combination of spaces allows the house to adapt easily, whether for family use, entertaining, or working from home.
Upstairs, the sense of space continues, with five well-proportioned bedrooms arranged across the first floor. The principal bedroom is particularly generous, complemented by further double bedrooms that can comfortably accommodate family or guests, while also offering flexibility for additional workspace if required.
Externally, the south-facing garden is a key feature, providing a private and established outdoor space that enjoys sunlight throughout the day. It works as a natural extension of the living accommodation, ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. To the front a brick paved and gravelled driveway provides ample off road parking and leads to a substantial garage. To one side there is an additional useful brick outbuilding.
In all, this is a substantial and well-balanced home in one of Exeters finest addresses, offering period charm, adaptable living space and an outstanding setting.
SERVICES: The vendor has advised the following: Mains gas serving the central heating boiler and hot water, mains electricity, water and drainage. Dry Underfloor Heating system in the bathroom. Telephone landline currently connected but not currently under Contract. Broadband: (M5000 Fibre) Currently under Contract with Virgin Media. Average Speed 516 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including EE, 02, Three and Vodafone.
AGENTS NOTE: The property sits within the St Leonards Conservation Area and benefits from Residents Parking in Zone L.
The vendors advise that the land at County Hall (100 meters away) is likely to be sold in due course. No Planning has been granted as yet and it is not visible from Oakdene.
50.717025 -3.517319
Important Information
- This is a Freehold property.
Property Ref: SOU260125
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