Guide price
£200,000
(£225/sq. ft)
3 bed bungalow for saleSouth Down Road PL2
3 beds
1 bath
2 receptions
889 sq. ft
EPC Rating: E
About this property
Approx. 900 sq ft of flexible accommodation with scope to reconfigure into a spacious two-bedroom layout
Bright bay-fronted lounge and well-proportioned principal bedroom, both benefiting from attractive natural light
Three-bedroom layout offering versatility, with potential to absorb bedroom three into a larger open-plan living space
Separate dining room and kitchen with dual-aspect windows, offering excellent potential to create a modern, light-filled hub
South-facing rear garden, level and low-maintenance, complete with garage, shared driveway, and greenhouse
Central hallway with parquet-style flooring, loft access, and additional storage with utility potential
Further opportunity for development or loft conversion (subject to planning), enhancing long-term value
Basement beneath the bungalow offering useful storage and workshop space, with external access via the kitchen steps.
Positioned along South Down Road, PL2, in the ever-popular Beacon Park area of Plymouth, this chain-free detached bungalow presents an exciting opportunity to acquire a home with genuine scope for transformation. Extending to just under 900 sq ft, the property already offers flexible three-bedroom accommodation, yet its true appeal lies in the potential to reimagine the layout into a more substantial and contemporary two-bedroom residence with enhanced living space.
A uPVC door opens into a sweeping entrance hallway that neatly connects the principal rooms of the home. Finished with parquet-style flooring, smooth-textured walls, and gloss-finished skirting boards, this central space provides access to the lounge, bedrooms, bathroom, separate WC, dining room, and two useful storage cupboards-one of which benefits from a tilt-and-turn obscured uPVC window and could lend itself to utility use. Loft access is also conveniently located here, hinting at further potential (subject to the necessary permissions).
The lounge, positioned at the front of the property, is a bright and comfortable living space featuring a bay-fronted uPVC window that draws in natural light while offering a pleasant outlook. Decorative elements such as a picture rail, gloss-finished skirting, and lined wallpaper add a sense of character.
Bedroom one, also at the front, is a well-proportioned double room, mirroring the same period-style detailing and enjoying a generous window that enhances the feeling of light and space.
The bathroom is fitted with a wash hand basin, bathtub, and electric shower, complemented by partially tiled walls and an obscured side-facing window. A separate WC sits adjacent, providing practicality for everyday living.
Bedroom two is another comfortable room with built-in wardrobe storage and a side-facing window, offering functionality and flexibility. From here, access leads through to bedroom three, which can also be reached via the dining room. This interconnection between rooms immediately presents an opportunity-bedroom three could be absorbed into a reconfigured layout, creating a far more expansive and sociable living environment.
Currently, bedroom three enjoys a south-facing rear aspect, allowing natural light to pour in throughout the day. This positioning makes it an ideal candidate to be incorporated into an open-plan kitchen/dining/living arrangement, subject to the necessary works. By opening up this section of the home, a buyer could create a, free-flowing space at the rear-perfect for modern living and entertaining-while still retaining two generous double bedrooms.
The dining room itself is already a bright and inviting area, featuring parquet-style flooring and a large side-facing window. It connects seamlessly to the kitchen, which, although modest in its current form, benefits from dual-aspect windows and attractive panoramic views. With thoughtful redesign, this entire rear footprint offers the chance to deliver a striking, light-filled hub of the home.
A door from the kitchen leads into a small porch, which in turn provides access to the outside space. Here, the property continues to deliver, with a shared driveway, garage, and a low-maintenance, level rear garden enjoying a prized south-facing orientation. The inclusion of a greenhouse behind the garage further enhances its appeal for those with an interest in gardening.
Beyond the immediate footprint, the property also offers longer-term potential. Subject to the relevant planning permissions, there may be scope to explore the loft space or even consider further development, allowing a buyer to significantly increase both living space and value over time.
Situated in the desirable Beacon Park area, the property enjoys convenient access to local amenities, reputable schools, and transport links, while Plymouth city centre remains within easy reach.
Combining a sought-after location with a flexible layout and outstanding potential, this chain-free bungalow offers a rare chance to create a truly personalised home-whether as a spacious two-bedroom retreat with impressive open-plan living or a thoughtfully enhanced three-bedroom residence
Council Tax Band: C (Plymouth City Council)
Tenure: Freehold
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