5 Bedroom Detached House For Sale In Plymouth

Hidden behind secure gates in the heart of Mannamead, this exceptional Scandinavian-designed residence offers approximately 4,100 sq ft of highly individual and adaptable accommodation. With four/five generous bedrooms, substantial reception space and an extraordinary private leisure suite featuring an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, cinema room, gym and full-sized snooker room, this is a home designed for both family life and entertaining.

Dove Lodge

Designed and constructed in the 1990s using energy-efficient Scandinavian building principles, the property benefits from triple glazing, high levels of insulation, gas central heating and a heat-exchange system. Despite its discreet bungalow-style appearance from outside, the accommodation extends over two substantial levels, giving the house a wonderfully deceptive and spacious feel.

The principal floor opens into a generous reception hall, leading to a large triple-aspect drawing room with feature fireplace and French doors opening towards the garden. A substantial formal dining room provides an excellent space for entertaining, while its proportions also allow flexibility for use as an additional sitting room or home office.

At the heart of the home is the impressive 30’ kitchen, breakfast and entertaining room. A curved wall of windows and French doors overlook the southerly-facing garden, creating a bright and sociable space. The kitchen is fitted with contemporary cabinetry, granite work surfaces, a breakfast bar and a wide range of integrated appliances including wine fridge and Combi (with microwave) oven, second oven and warming draw, dishwasher, with an adjoining utility room providing further storage and practicality.

A separate bedroom wing provides four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, direct access to the garden and an en-suite shower room with under floor heating. The guest bedroom has its own dressing area and en-suite bathroom again with under floor heating, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family shower room and additional WC facilities. The layout also offers flexibility for home working or the potential creation of a fifth bedroom, subject to individual requirements.

Lifestyle

The lower ground floor is where this property truly sets itself apart, providing a remarkable collection of health, leisure and entertainment spaces.

The centrepiece is the impressive L-shaped pool room, extending to approximately 36 feet at its widest point and incorporating a heated and illuminated indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and surrounding relaxation area. An adjoining plant room houses the filtration equipment, boiler and heat-exchange system.

The leisure accommodation also includes a substantial snooker and games room capable of housing a full-sized table, a dedicated cinema room, gymnasium, wine cellar and several useful storage rooms.

These spaces make the property ideal for entertaining family and friends, while also offering considerable flexibility for hobbies, fitness, home working or potential multigenerational use.

Outside

The property is approached through remote-controlled double gates with video entry, opening onto a long private driveway with secure parking for several vehicles. CCTV and an alarm system provide additional security.

The mature gardens wrap around the house and are enclosed by attractive walls, creating an excellent degree of privacy and seclusion. The principal garden enjoys a desirable southerly aspect and is predominantly laid to lawn, with established planting and a broad paved terrace adjoining the kitchen and bedroom accommodation.

This sheltered outside space provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation.

Location

Mutley Road lies within the prestigious and highly regarded residential area of Mannamead, one of Plymouth’s most established and sought-after neighbourhoods.

The property is conveniently positioned for the independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities found around Hyde Park, Henders Corner and Mutley Plain. Nearby green spaces include Thorn Park and Mutley Park, while a range of respected primary, secondary and independent schools can be found within the surrounding area.

Plymouth city centre, the university, railway station, Theatre Royal, historic Barbican and waterfront are all readily accessible. The nearby A38 Devon Expressway provides convenient road connections towards Exeter, the M5 motorway and Cornwall.

Agent’s Comment

This is one of those rare homes that must be viewed to be fully appreciated. From the road, its scale is almost impossible to judge, yet once inside it opens into an exceptionally spacious and individual property with leisure facilities that are seldom found in a city home. The combination of privacy, security, adaptable accommodation, indoor pool, cinema, gym and full-sized snooker room makes it a genuinely distinctive family residence in one of Plymouth’s most desirable areas.

This remarkable home is offered for sale with no onward chain.