Property description
Located in grounds of approximately 3.5 acres with direct access onto the MOORS is this period home which is a RARE FIND due to being one of only a few FREEHOLD properties found within this superb and enviable DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK location. A spacious 4 bedroom 1930's family home offering flexible accommodation having bedroom and bathroom facilities on both floors, including two large reception rooms, modern farmhouse style kitchen and utility. Currently established for equestrian use with 3 PADDOCKS, modern STABLE BLOCK comprising of 3 LOOSE BOXES with TALLET over and COACH HOUSE. There is a separate TACK ROOM/WORKSHOP, formal gardens, ample parking and a granite and block OUTBUILDING which could be redeveloped (STPC).
SITUATION:
Situated in this popular village offering a shop/post office, inn, church and village hall as well as the national park visitor information centre. Moretonhampstead lies 8 miles to the east and Tavistock 12 miles to the west. Other towns nearby with their range of amenities are Princetown (6 miles), Chagford (7 miles) and Widdecombe-in-the-moor (6 miles). Primary schools can be found in Princetown, Widdecombe and Moretonhampstead. The historic university and cathedral cities of Exeter lies about 22 miles to the east and Plymouth lies 22 miles to the south west.
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Open storm porch with light and front entrance door leading to hall with stairs to first floor.
LIVING/DINING ROOM: - 19' 1'' x 11' 3'' (5.81m x 3.43m)
Double aspect windows. One with internal shutters. Feature fireplace housing multi fuel stove with back boiler providing central heating to radiators and hot water. To the side is a built in cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with immersion heater. Solid oak flooring.
SITTING ROOM: - 19' 1'' x 12' 6'' (5.81m x 3.81m)
Recessed fireplace.
KITCHEN: - 13' 6'' x 11' 1'' (4.11m x 3.38m)
Range of solid oak base level units with worktop surfaces over. Inset sink and draining unit. Electric Aga recessed into chimney breast. Walk in pantry. Slate flooring. Opening to rear porch with continuation of the slate flooring, door to outside. Opening to:
UTILITY ROOM: - 10' 4'' x 5' 2'' (3.15m x 1.57m)
Range of base level units with worktop surfaces over. Inset circular sink. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Slate flooring.
BEDROOM 4: - 15' 4'' x 8' 9'' (4.67m x 2.66m)
Double aspect. Built in bookcases. Opening to dressing room area with two built in wardrobes. Door to:
BATHROOM: - 11' 5'' x 10' 5'' (3.48m x 3.17m)
Large raised semi-circular bath with overhead shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Storage cupboard. Slate flooring.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Hatch to loft space. Window to side. Doors to:
BEDROOM 1: - 12' 11'' x 11' 11'' (3.93m x 3.63m)
Built in wardrobe.
BEDROOM 2: - 12' 11'' x 12' 7'' (3.93m x 3.83m)
Built in wardrobe.
BEDROOM 3: - 8' 3'' x 8' 0'' (2.51m x 2.44m)
BATHROOM:
Panel enclosed corner bath with mains fed shower over. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Corner shelving unit.
OUTSIDE:
Approached via a five bar gate with gravel drive and central circular turning area with small pond. Steps lead up to the main front garden, which is laid to lawn. To the side is a sunken patio with seating area. Next to the drive and parking is a modern purpose built STABLE BLOCK comprising of:
STABLE 1: - 13' 0'' x 11' 2'' (3.96m x 3.40m)
STABLE 2: - 13' 0'' x 11' 4'' (3.96m x 3.45m)
STABLE 3: - 13' 0'' x 9' 2'' (3.96m x 2.79m)
with tallet over.
COACH HOUSE: - 13' 9'' x 10' 2'' (4.19m x 3.10m)
Power and light available.
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Also in the gardens is a DUCK HOUSE. To the rear of the property is a very useful:
TACK ROOM/WORKSHOP: - 13' 11'' x 8' 3'' (4.24m x 2.51m) average measurements, irregular shaped room.
Double glazed windows. Small hatch. Built in work benches. Power and light connected.
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This property also has the added benefit of paddocks currently split into three sections with a small central orchard. To the far end of the fields are two very useful outbuildings:
OUTBUILDING 1: - 21' 0'' x 14' 11'' (6.40m x 4.54m) overall measurements
Block built and ideal for storing hay. Partially attached to this is:
OUTBUILDING 2: - 19' 11'' x 19' 5'' (6.07m x 5.91m) overall measurements
Granite built and currently split into three sections with power and water.
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Both these buildings could offer further scope for development subject to relevant planning consents. This whole property is easily accessible by road and due to its location offers superb views and direct riding out onto the moors.
LOCAL AUTHORITY:
West Devon Borough Council - Band E
SERVICES:
Mains electric, private water and drainage. Vendor advised Broadband is available.
Property Features :
- FREEHOLD Detached Period Home
- Spacious and Versatile Accommodation
- Bedroom and Bathroom Facilities on Both Floors
- Ground c. 3.5 acres Including Paddocks
- Outbuildings, Including a Modern Stable Block