Property description
A SUBSTANTIAL RURAL THREE BEDROOM CHARACTER FAMILY HOME CREATED BY THE CONVERSION OF A LARGE PERIOD FARM HOUSE WITH GARDENS AND OFF ROAD PARKING. EPC RATING: F
DIRECTIONS
From Totnes take the A381 Newton Abbot Road after approximately 2 miles, turn left, sign posted Littlehempston. Follow the road towards the village, just before the bridge, turn right. Proceed along the lane and after a short distance the gateway for Little Court can be found on the left hand side.
SITUATION
Littlehempston is a popular parish situated just outside the Town of Totnes. The Pig and Whistle public house/restaurant is only a few minute's walk away. A short walk into the village takes you to the Tally Ho public house/restaurant which has been recently purchased by the residents, and parish church. 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, Guildhall, Churches and its very own Norman Castle. The railway station links directly with London Paddington and the A38 Devon Expressway is a short distance away joining it at Buckfastleigh, giving excellent access to Plymouth and northbound Exeter.
DESCRIPTION
Little Court is a character family home created by the conversion of a substantial period farm house. There are many interesting features incorporated in Little Court including large farmhouse style kitchen with wooden doors, custom built units and tongue and groove panelling. The lounge has a double aspect and could be enhanced by the addition of a conservatory leading to the garden (subject to the necessary consents). The setting for Little Court is delightful, Littlehempston is an attractive hamlet and the views from the majority of the rooms are a delight.
The property comprises, with approximate measurements:
STORM PORCH
ENTRANCE/LOUNGE - 18' 1'' x 13' 3'' (5.51m x 4.04m)
Approached through wooden door with step into lounge. Double aspect room with wooden glazed casement windows to front and rear aspect. Open fireplace with granite lintel and slate hearth. Built in shelving. Television point. Telephone point. Wood effect flooring. Central heating radiator.
INNER HALL
Wooden door to:
CLOAKROOM
Low level W.C. Wall mounted wash hand basin. Wooden glazed casement window to side aspect.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM - 20' 4'' x 17' 6'' (6.2m x 5.33m)
A delightful farm house style kitchen with a good range of custom built bespoke oak wall and base level kitchen units comprising cupboards and drawers. Belfast sink with mixer tap, wood drainer and work surface. Tiled work surfaces. Tiled splash backs. Part tongue and grove panelling to walls. Tiled flooring. Built in oil fired aga style cooker with timber beam above. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for upright fridge/freezer. Wooden glazed window to side aspect. Wooden glazed casement window with window seat to side aspect. Door to under stairs storage cupboard. Door to stairs leading to first floor. Inset spot lights. Wall mounted oil fired central heating boiler.
LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM
Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. (this room was formally a shower room and some plumbing is still in situ)
From the Kitchen stairs lead to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Access to loft space. Door to:
BEDROOM ONE - 15' 0'' x 11' 8'' (4.57m x 3.56m)
Wooden glazed casement window over looking gardens. Feature fireplace with cast iron insert and wooden surround. Central heating radiator. Built in shelving. Built in wardrobe with hanging.
BEDROOM TWO - 9' 9'' x 9' 3'' (2.97m x 2.82m)
Wooden glazed casement window over looking rear garden. Good range of built in wardrobes with hanging rail and shelving. Central heating radiator.
BEDROOM THREE - 13' 7'' x 8' 2'' (4.14m x 2.49m)
Wooden glazed casement window to front aspect, over looking courtyard. Built in wardrobe. Built in shelving. Central heating radiator.
BATHROOM
Suite comprising panelled bath with shower unit above. Low level W.C. Pedestal wash hand basin. Tiled splash backs. Wooden glazed casement window. Airing cupboard housing factory lagged hot water cylinder. Shaver point.
LOFT ROOM - 36' 5'' x 14' 6'' (11.1m x 4.42m) (MAXIMUM MEASUREMENTS, RESTRICTED HEAD HEIGHT)
Accessed via a wooden ladder. The loft is boarded and carpeted with power and light connected. Velux windows. Two under eaves storage cupboard. Built in wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving. Ceiling beams. (The loft room is currently used an an occasional bedroom).
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a shared gravelled drive leading to parking for two vehicles. From the parking area, a timber gate leads to the front courtyard over which there is a right of way to the storm porch. The courtyard is enclosed and boarded by stone walling and timber trellis. To the front of the property there is a timber gate givingaccess to the front garden which is level where there is a patio area and access to the front door.
REAR GARDEN
The rear gardens are a delight and have landscaped to provide a number of terraces. Immediately to the rear of the property is a good size paved patio area with outside tap, ideal for sitting out, relaxing or entertaining. To the side of the patio is a gravelled area with steps leading to a raised large mature rockery with a variety of shrubs, bushes and flowers. Steps continue to the top of the garden, which is level and laid to lawn. The garden is bordered by mature hedging and bushes.
SERVICES
Mains Electricity. Mains Water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating and hot water.
TENURE
Freehold
COUNCIL TAX
Band D
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
South Hams District CouncilFollaton HousePlymouth RoadTotnesTQ9 5NETel: 01803 861234www.southhams.gov.uk www.landregistry.co.uk
Property Features :
- STORM PORCH
- ENTRANCE/LOUNGE
- CLOAKROOM
- KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
- LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM
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