Hartley Lodge

About this property

Plymouth 2.2 miles. Hartley Lodge is a delightful, detached home close to Dartmoor National Park in a tranquil area of Plymouth, Devon. With easy access to the lively city centre's shops, pubs, and restaurants, this property features a gated driveway, and off-road parking for four cars, making it perfect for families or friends seeking a getaway to this bustling area of Devon. Enter into the spacious hallway, and into the sitting room, where you can curl up on the plush seating with your favourite programme on the Smart TV, as the warmth from the woodburning stove envelops you. Bay windows flood the room with natural light, and a selection of books and a desk provide a quiet corner for some downtime.

Patio doors lead out to the rear garden, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The kitchen is well-equipped for all your culinary needs, and a dining table for six awaits dinner party natter and family bonding. Outside, the enclosed, multi-level rear garden is a haven for both adults and children alike. Enjoy a meal on the patio enveloped around foliage, let the children loose on the trampoline and in the playhouse, or simply relax on the Mediterranean-style terrace, a fragrant haven, bursting with the rich scents and colors of figs, grapes, roses, and rosemary, with herbs flourishing in every corner. Completing the downstairs is a handy utility room, housing a basin and WC for convenience, and a washing machine and tumble dryer for those longer stays.

Retire upstairs, where a window seat offers a tranquil spot to unwind, bathed in natural light and perfect for gazing out at the quaint village afar. Choose between three tastefully-presented bedrooms; all with ample storage and adorned with pictures on the wall. There is a super king-size room, which can be converted into a twin upon request, a king-size room, with the added benefit of an en-suite walk-in shower and a furher king-size room. A well-appointed, sleek bathroom, complete with a bath, shower over, basin, and WC, serves these rooms. Explore the very best of Plymouth and its surroundings from the comfort of Hartley Lodge.

Immerse yourselves in marine life at the National Marine Aquarium, the UK's largest aquarium, and take a mosey around the magnificent Georgian mansion of the National Trust - Saltram. Indulge in outdoor excursions at Central Park, stroll around the impressive Royal William Yard, or delve deep into nature at the National Trust - Plymbridge Woods. Spend a relaxed afternoon at Beaumont Park, before ending your day at The Sundial, one of Plymouth's most captivating landmarks. The property also boasts easy access to the Plymouth University Campus, making it an idyllic base for graduation and university visits. Whichever direction your adventures take you, rest assured that the comfort of Hartley Lodge awaits your return after full-filled days of exploration.

Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Dartmoor, the glorious countryside of the South Hams and the vibrant scenery of the South Devon coast, Plymouth offers the perfect mixture of maritime heritage and natural beauty in a vibrant city environment. Wander through the maze of narrow streets with their shops, restaurants and art galleries and down to the Barbican quayside, where the city's maritime history begins. Take a stroll up to the Hoe with its unsurpassed view across one of the world's finest natural harbours and where Francis Drake played bowls as the Armada sailed into view! Take a tour of the Plymouth Gin distillery, watch a show at the Theatre Royal or spend a fascinating few hours at the National Marine Aquarium. There are also boat trips around the Sound and Naval dockyards, watersports at the Mountbatten Centre and the city centre shopping mall to explore. The wild tors of Dartmoor, the beach resorts of Torbay, several stately homes and gardens and the splendid coastal scenery of South Cornwall can all be reached in under 45 minutes.

EPC Rating: Band E

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king-size.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Gas central heating.

Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV, DAB radio, selection of books, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available upon request.

Off-road parking for 4 cars.

Enclosed rear multi-level garden with patio, lawned area, furniture, trampoline, children's playhouse.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.5 miles.

Note: cctv in operation - one camera by front door and one at the side of the house where the log store is located.

Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200