Blunts Lane, Plymouth

Fursdon House is a beautifully presented detached family home, overlooking the Bircham Valley Nature Reserve and offering more than 5,000 sq. ft of elegant accommodation configured over two floors. The property is thought to date from the 17th century providing characterful features throughout including sash windows and original fireplaces combined with modern fittings and décor. The property was once owned by the renowned Victorian botanist Thomas Briggs who during his ownership planted a number of unique species of trees on the land and created the very first Plymouth Pear tree. Fursdon House lies in a peaceful and private position within its grounds of approximately 1.6 acres and benefits from a detached barn with planning permission granted for conversion into a two bedroom dwelling.

A bright and welcoming entrance hall leads through to the property's ground floor accommodation which provides three main reception rooms. The well-appointed drawing room has wooden flooring, two large sash windows allowing for a wealth of natural light and a cast-iron open fireplace. There is also a play room/snug with a feature fireplace and a dual aspect sitting room with timber beams overhead, French doors that open onto the garden and a painted brick fireplace, fitted with a woodburning stove. The heart of the home is the 33ft open-plan kitchen and dining area which has slate tiled flooring, a logburner and space for both a dining table and a seating area. The kitchen itself has sleek modern units, granite worktops, a large central island with a breakfast bar, an Aga and integrated appliances. Adjoining the kitchen is a useful boot room with access to the garden. A utility room provides further generous space for storage and appliances and is also currently used as a home gym. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a cloakroom while there is also a WC on this floor which is accessed from the outside.

Upstairs there are six well-appointed double bedrooms, two of which are currently used as home offices. The generous principal bedroom has its own dressing area with built-in storage and a feature fireplace. Also on the first floor are two family bathrooms and a shower room.

The property has a stone barn within its grounds that has planning permisison granted for development into a dwelling with a spacious ground floor living/dining room, two double bedrooms, a study, shower room and family bathroom. Plans also include a driveway with space for two vehicles and an EV charging point. The full planning history can be viewed on the Plymouth Council planning portal under reference 23/01187/FUL

The property has two garaging blocks, providing plenty of parking and storage space. Both are doubles, with one also including a carport with covered space for two further vehicles. The garden surrounding the house has paved terracing for al fresco dining, as well as areas of lawn with various border shrubs, trees and hedgerows. The garden backs onto the peaceful and wooded Bircham Valley Nature Reserve, creating a total sense of privacy and seclusion. In all the property enjoys approximately 1.6 acres

The property is in a highly desirable setting in the Derriford area in the north of Plymouth, within easy reach of local amenities and just moments from the beautiful surrounding countryside. Just at the end of the property's drive, is full access to the scenic walks and cycle tracks along the nature reserve. The northern suburbs of Plymouth have access to various everyday amenities, including local shops and supermarkets as well as Derriford Hospital and the university, while Plymouth city centre is around five miles away. The city offers an extensive selection of shops and facilities with Drakes Circus shopping centre and is home to several excellent schools, including the outstanding-rated Devonport High School for Boys and the independent Plymouth College and King’s School. The Barbican area of Plymouth by the harbourside offers retail art galleries and numerous bars and eateries, including the Barbican Kitchen and local popular seafood cruisine. The port has regular crosschannel ferry services to Brittany and northern Spain. The A38 provides easy access towards Exeter and Cornwall, as well as to the stunning surrounding countryside, rugged coastline and stunning beaches that the area is renowned for. Plymouth’s mainline station provides services to London Paddington, taking just over three hours.

Local Authority: Plymouth Council
Services: Mains electricity, gas and water. Private drainage which we understand to be
compliant with current regulations.
Council Tax: Band F.
Guide Price: £1,300,000
Wayleaves and Easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Planning: Prospective purchasers are advised that they should make their own enquiries of the local planning authority. Planning reference 23/01187/FUL.