Bretona, Totnes Road, Paignton, TQ4

This impressive five-bedroom detached bungalow, located in the sought-after village of Collaton St Mary, offers expansive and versatile accommodation on a single level. Set on a generous plot, the property can be arranged as a substantial five-bedroom family home or divided into two separate living spaces. This includes a one-bedroom, self-contained annex alongside the main three-bedroom accommodation, ideal for multi-generational living or dual-family occupancy.

The property boasts substantial off-road parking with a private driveway that can accommodate over five vehicles. One of the standout features of this property is its extensive and beautifully maintained south-facing garden. With a large decked terrace, residents can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and rolling hills, providing a serene and picturesque setting.

Bretona enjoys a convenient location, just four miles from Totnes, which offers regular train services to London Paddington, the North, Plymouth, and Cornwall. Collaton St Mary Primary School, highly regarded in the area, is within walking distance. The property is also well-positioned for easy access to the towns of Torbay, Exeter, and Plymouth. These towns offer a variety of shopping and recreational opportunities, including golf, sailing, and scenic walking trails.

Council Tax Band: E (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Freehold

Entrance
A welcoming and enclosed porch, accessible from the front driveway, featuring a double-glazed door and windows, provides an inviting approach to the property. An inner door leads into a bright hallway that benefits from two built-in cupboards, offering generous storage space. This hallway also provides access to a loft hatch, leading to an insulated loft area, which houses the hot water tank.

Living room
This expansive living room is flooded with natural light, courtesy of a near-full-height double-glazed window to the rear, a large front-facing window, and a charming porthole window. The room is enhanced by a contemporary log burner fireplace, creating a cosy atmosphere. The space offers picturesque views of the garden and rolling hills beyond, with convenient access to the conservatory, making it ideal for both relaxation and entertaining.

Kitchen
A delightful country-style kitchen boasting classic wall and base units with a coordinating countertop. The kitchen features a stainless steel sink and drainer with tiled splashback and a central island offering additional storage with cupboards and drawers. Cooking facilities include a range-style oven beneath a canopy extractor, and there is ample space for an American-style fridge/freezer. Additional features include dishwasher and washing machine plumbing. The kitchen seamlessly connects to the conservatory, enhancing its functionality and flow.

Conservatory
Positioned at the rear of the property, this spacious and light-filled conservatory provides tranquil views of the garden and surrounding countryside. With double-glazed windows on two sides and French doors leading to the rear decking terrace, the conservatory is the perfect spot to relax while enjoying the outdoor space. Alternatively, this area could be used as a dining room adjoined to the kitchen.

Bedroom one
A generously proportioned double bedroom offers direct access to the rear decking terrace through a double-glazed door, alongside large windows that flood the room with natural light. This bedroom benefits from almost full-width, mirror-fronted, built-in wardrobes, offering abundant storage. The room also boasts a luxurious four-piece en-suite bathroom, featuring a corner shower cubicle with electric shower, a decorative bathtub, a pedestal wash basin, and a WC, all brightened by an obscured double-glazed window.

Bedroom two
A comfortable double bedroom fitted with a range of built-in wardrobes and matching overhead storage, offering ample room for personal belongings. This bedroom enjoys natural light from two slim, tall, double-glazed windows, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.

Bedroom three
A spacious double bedroom, situated at the front of the property, features a large double-glazed window with a radiator beneath, as well as an additional side window, both allowing plenty of natural light. This room is equipped with built-in wardrobes, ensuring sufficient storage space.

Shower room
A modern and stylish shower room, elegantly finished with fully tiled walls and flooring. The room features a walk-in shower with a fixed glass screen, a pedestal wash basin with a glass shelf and mirror above, and a WC. A wall-mounted heated towel rail completes this contemporary suite, adding warmth and convenience.

Annex
This versatile annex can be accessed from the main accommodation through the living room or directly from the rear garden via the kitchen door. Spanning the depth of the property, the annex includes a front-facing lounge with a large double-glazed window, and a sleek, modern kitchen at the rear, equipped with white wall and base units, a stainless steel sink beneath a window, and an integrated oven and fridge/freezer. The kitchen also boasts a countertop hob with an overhead extractor. A double bedroom with a side window and a modern four-piece bathroom suite complete the annex. It is connected by a hallway housing a built-in wardrobe with a gas boiler and loft access.

Outside front
The front of the property is defined by a substantial loose stone driveway, providing ample parking for five or more vehicles. The front garden features a raised lawn area with steps and a surrounding wall, bordered by mature hedges. Side access to the rear garden is available from both sides of the property, ensuring ease of movement around the exterior.

Outside rear
The rear garden offers multiple access points, including from bedroom one, the conservatory, and the annex kitchen. This leads to an expansive decked terrace. This outdoor space enjoys a stunning countryside backdrop, suitable for al fresco dining and relaxation. The garden features a lower lawn level with a pathway leading to a summer house and a slabbed patio area, ideal for outdoor gatherings. A charming wooden gazebo houses a pizza oven, while an additional slabbed patio adjacent to the annex provides another peaceful retreat within the garden.