Summary - 8, Younghayes Road, Cranbrook, EXETER EX5 7DT
5 bed 4 bath Detached
Roomy five-bedroom house near shops, schools and direct rail links for commuters.
Five bedrooms and four bathrooms, principal suite with luxurious en suite
Double garage, gated double-width driveway, internal garage access
Walking distance to shops, cafés, Morrisons and Cranbrook train station
EV charging point and visible solar panels for lower energy use
Private rear garden with two patios, pergola and hot tub
Served by a community heating scheme — possible communal costs
Freehold tenure, modern construction (post-2012) and double glazing
Council tax band described as expensive
This substantial five-bedroom detached house in Cranbrook is designed for contemporary family life and commuting convenience. Bright, well-proportioned reception rooms, a fitted kitchen with island, and multiple en suites give immediate comfort and flexibility for a growing household. The layout suits home working, with a ground-floor room that can be an office or bedroom and excellent connectivity to local shops, schools, and Cranbrook station.
Practical features include a double garage with internal access, gated double-width driveway, EV charging point, and visible solar panels that help running costs. The private rear garden offers lawn, two patios, a pergola with hot tub and outdoor lighting — strong appeal for outdoor entertaining and family time.
Buyers should note the property is served by a community heating scheme and mains gas; this can affect running charges and future maintenance budgets. Council tax is described as expensive. The house’s timber-frame construction is assumed insulated and modern, but any buyer wishing to alter the fabric or services should budget for specialist advice.
Overall this freehold home offers roomy, low-maintenance modern living in a well-connected, affluent community. It will suit families needing space, commuters wanting direct rail links to Exeter and London Waterloo, and buyers seeking a turnkey house with scope to personalise finishes.
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