Summary - 20 DRAKES AVENUE EXMOUTH EX8 4AB
5 bed 3 bath Detached
Newly renovated five-bedroom 1930s detached home with large garden and parking.
Five bedrooms including ground-floor office/bedroom from converted garage
Newly renovated kitchen, modern bathrooms, underfloor heating in main bathroom
Large southeast-facing garden with lawn, shrubs and patio for entertaining
Off-street parking for up to three cars and gravel driveway
Freehold tenure and no flood risk; fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
Main heating by room heaters and wood logs — limited central heating
Council tax level described as expensive; check running costs
Local schools mixed ratings; nearby primaries rated Good, some require improvement
A spacious, newly renovated 1930s detached house on Drakes Avenue offering five bedrooms, generous living space and a large southeast-facing garden. High-quality kitchen, contemporary bathrooms and a conservatory create bright, family-friendly living across multiple floors. The converted garage provides a flexible ground-floor office or fifth bedroom for home working.
Practical positives include off-street parking for up to three cars, a lockable bike shed, freehold tenure and no flood risk. The property sits in an affluent area with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, useful for remote work and family connectivity.
Notable considerations: council tax is described as expensive and the main heating includes room heaters and wood logs rather than full central heating, which could affect running costs and comfort. Local schooling is mixed — two nearby primaries are rated Good, while one local secondary and another nearby school require improvement or are rated Inadequate; families should check latest Ofsted reports.
Overall, this house suits families seeking a characterful period home with modern finishes and outdoor space, who are prepared for the specified heating setup and higher council tax. The large plot and newly upgraded interior offer strong potential for comfortable family living with scope to tailor heating or garage reinstatement if desired.
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