Property description
A GRADE II LISTED FORMER CHAPEL SITUATED ON THE EDGE OF THE DESIRABLE VILLAGE OF HARBERTONFORD WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF CHARACTER FEATURES.
DIRECTION
From Totnes, proceed on the A381 towards Kingsbridge and Dartmouth. After about 3 miles enter the village of Harbertonford. Go through the village, over the zebra crossing and the bridge and continue up the hill. As you start to climb the hill take the left fork which leads to the parking area and The Chapel can be found on the right hand side as you walk up the lane.
SITUATION
The Chapel is situated on the edge of this desirable village of Harbertonford and is only a short drive from Totnes and all its facilities. Harbertonford itself offers an excellent village shop and post office, pub, petrol station, popular church and primary school. The ancient borough of Totnes enjoys a prominent position above the River Dart. The town is one of Devon's gems: full of both colour and character that stems from a rich cultural, historical and archaeological heritage. It is the second oldest borough in England and is full of facilities to include its own hospital, two supermarkets, interesting shops and galleries together with the riverside walks, Guild Hall, Churches and its very own Norman Castle. The railway station links directly with London Paddington and the A38 Devon Expressway is only a short distance away joining it at Buckfastleigh, giving excellent access to Plymouth and northbound Exeter.
DESCRIPTION
The Chapel is a Grade II Listed home situated on the edge of the delightful village of Harbertonford. The property has an abundance of character features including preacher's platform, Gothic arched windows, baptismal pool (under the floor) and in the garden some grave stones remain in situ. The accommodation at the former chapel is arranged over two levels, ground floor and a mezzanine level, with the mezzanine being a useful sleeping area, with ladder leading to the boarded out loft. The open plan living/kitchen/dining room comprises of a good size lounge area with large arched windows providing light, space for table and chairs and log burning stove. The kitchen has custom built base units with Belfast sink with mixer tap over, and a gas fired AGA. The gardens lie to the front and the side of the property and are well stocked with various plants and shrubs. There is a lawn area and areas suitable for sitting out. The Chapel benefits from off road parking for several vehicles which can be found the front of the property.
The property comprises, with approximate measurements;
ENTRANCE HALL
Wooden front door. Wooden double glazed doors to the garden. Slate flooring.
BEDROOM - 12' 4'' x 9' 11'' (3.76m x 3.02m)
Originally the Sunday School. Wooden double glazed window with views over the gardens. Fireplace with an old cast iron stove in situ. Built in cupboards. Period style radiator. Access to a loft space.
Door from the hallway to:
KITCHEN AREA
Custom built kitchen with wooden base level units. Double Belfast sink with mixer tap. Inset spotlights. Window. Wooden flooring. Gas fired AGA.
BATHROOM
Wood panelled bath with shower over. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Period style radiator. Extractor fan and window. Part tiling to walls.
LIVING AREA
Four Gothic arched double glazed windows. Circular window. Period style radiator. Cast iron woodburning stove. Baptismal pool concealed under the floor. Preacher's platform. Cupboard with Glo Worm combination condensing boiler. Stairs lead to the:
GALLERY/SLEEPING AREA
Useful second sleeping area. Double glazed Gothic arched door to the garden. Circular window. Shelving. Ladder to loft storage area.
LOFT/STORAGE AREA - 14' 4'' long
with power, light and a workbench, with a roof light above.
OUTSIDE
As you proceed up the lane there is a parking area on the right hand side with parking for several vehicles. Proceed up the lane and there is gated access to the property. The gardens at The Chapel lie to the rear and wrap around the building. The garden has been professionally designed as a series of areas with a spring garden, pond garden and woodland garden all of which are well stocked with various plants and shrubs. There is a lawn area as well as areas for sitting out. There are still some listed grave stones remaining in the gardens. The rear of the property backs onto fields.
TENURE
Freehold
SERVICES
Mains water with private drainage (septic tank). Mains electricity. Mains gas with gas fired central heating.
COUNCIL TAX
Band B
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
South Hams District CouncilFollaton HousePlymouth RoadTotnesDevonTQ9 5NETel: 01803 861234www.southhams.gov.uk www.landregistry.co.uk
Property Features :
- ENTRANCE HALL
- OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/LIVING AREA
- MEZZANINE LEVEL
- BEDROOM
- BATHROOM
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