4 bedroom house

Elm Lodge is a stunning 1830’s Victorian semi-detached house with 4 reception rooms, cellar, period features and in need of modernisation throughout.   No Onward Chain.

Elm Lodge is a stunning 1830’s Victorian semi-detached house situated on the sought after Private Road in Staplegrove. Elm Lodge has been owned by the same family since the 1950’s. Properties along this road rarely become available for sale and this one benefits from No Onward Chain. The property is full of character and charm throughout with bay windows, high ceilings, ceiling roses and an impressive entrance porch. The property in brief comprises an entrance porch, which leads through to the entrance hall, doors lead to the lounge which has high ceilings, original wooden floors, an open fireplace and a bay window. The lounge is situated at the front of the house and views look over Taunton towards the Blackdown Hills and has a southerly aspect. The dining room also has a southerly aspect with a wealth of character. Also to the ground floor is the drawing room and breakfast room. The kitchen is situated at the rear of the property. Also from the breakfast room are stairs which lead down to the underground cellar. To the first floor are four impressive double bedrooms all, of which are a fantastic size, they are all served by the family bathroom. This charming property is in need of modernisation throughout and would be perfect for someone to put their own stamp on.

The property is situated in a highly favoured residential area and properties rarely become available on this road. The area has plenty of local facilities. Primary and secondary schooling are both within easy striking distance. Staplegrove Road gives good access into the town and also the northern part of Taunton. The area is dominated by established housing mainly from the Victorian era and is widely regarded as one of the most premier districts of the town. French Weir is also close by for walks. The house also has good access to Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton train station which provides links to Bristol, Exeter and London.

The property is approached from a Private Road onto the driveway which provides off road parking. The front gardens are laid to formal lawns with a silent boundary through the middle. The gardens to the rear are well established with trees, shrubs, and flowers. There is a large double stable outbuilding at the back with a lean-to log shed. Also in the garden are well established apple and pear trees. There is a rear gate which provides pedestrian access to Greenway Road.



Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Taunton Sales