Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Marchand Petit - Newton Ferrers Phone: 01752 948699

Set behind electric gates in one of Plymouth's most established residential settings, Compton Lodge is a substantial former farmhouse offering around 3,400 sq ft of flexible accommodation, mature private gardens, generous parking and a detached double garage. Its appeal lies not only in the house itself, with its handsome period character and adaptable layout, but also in its position: close to <br/>excellent schools and well placed for everything that now makes Plymouth such a compelling place to live, from its waterfront and marinas to Dartmoor, sport, culture and first-rate day-to-day convenience. <br/> <br/>The House <br/>Compton Lodge has an immediate sense of arrival. Set back behind electric gates, the house presents a handsome south-facing frontage, with bay windows, mature planting and a broad terrace giving it a composed and welcoming presence. Inside, the proportions are generous and the atmosphere is warm and inviting, with period detailing including cornicing, ceiling roses, fireplaces and oak parquet <br/>flooring adding depth and character. The ground floor is arranged in a way that feels both elegant and practical. Two bay-fronted <br/>reception rooms provide excellent spaces for entertaining and everyday living, while the kitchen and adjoining breakfast room form the heart of the house, with an AGA, central island and direct access out to the garden. A snug, playroom or study offers useful separation from the principal rooms, and a well-planned utility and boot room arrangement adds the sort of practicality that makes daily life run <br/>smoothly. <br/> <br/>Overall, the house combines character and presence with the ease and practicality needed for modern family life. <br/> <br/>Bedroom Accommodation <br/>The bedroom arrangement is particularly flexible. The principal bedroom enjoys a south-facing bay window and en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by two further bath/shower rooms. One of the bedrooms links directly to the principal room and could work equally well as a dressing room, nursery or private study. <br/> <br/>A secondary staircase to the rear creates a useful degree of separation for part of the first floor, making the layout well suited to guests, older children, multigenerational living or home working. <br/>Gardens and Outside Space <br/> <br/>The gardens are an important part of the appeal. Mature and private, they are arranged around a broad central lawn with established planting, trees and layered borders giving structure and colour through the seasons. Terraces wrap around the house and create a choice of places to sit, dine and entertain depending on the time of day, while a greenhouse, stores and courtyard area add further usefulness. <br/>Behind the gates, the private driveway provides excellent parking and turning space, and the detached double garage, with mezzanine storage above, is a valuable addition. <br/> <br/>The Location <br/>Compton Lodge occupies a highly convenient position on the borders of Hartley, Mannamead and Higher Compton, long favoured for their strong schooling and easy access to the wider city. A good range of local shops and services are nearby, while Plymouth city centre is easily reached for a broader choice of retail, restaurants, cafés and cultural life. <br/> <br/>Plymouth has evolved into one of the South West's most varied and appealing cities, with its waterfront identity central to that appeal. eal. Britain's Ocean City offers an exceptional connection to the water, from The Hoe, the Barbican and Sutton Harbour to Royal William Yard and the wider estuary landscape. For sailing enthusiasts, the city is especially well served, with yacht clubs, marinas and mooring facilities <br/>across the Plym and Tamar, making it a genuine base for life on the water. There is also a ferry terminal with crossings to both France and Spain. <br/> <br/>The city's wider offer is equally strong. Plymouth is home to a highly regarded university and the increasingly well-regarded teaching hospital at Derriford, both important draws for the area. Shopping is excellent, with Drakes Circus providing many of the major national names, complemented by further retail provision at Derriford. Cultural life is also rich, with the Theatre Royal, cinema complexes and the <br/>Everyman at Royal William Yard all adding to the mix. <br/> <br/>For those drawn to an active lifestyle, Plymouth is exceptionally well placed. The South West Coast Path runs through the city, Dartmoor is close by, and there is a wide range of sporting provision including the Life Centre, Nuffield Health, tennis and pickleball facilities, golf courses, and strong local support for both Plymouth Argyle and Plymouth Albion. <br/> <br/>For travel further afield, Plymouth railway station provides regular mainline services to London and the wider South West, while the A38 connects quickly towards Exeter and the M5.