IntroductionA superb Grade II Listed 3 bedroom semi detached cottage with character features, together with a modern detached bungalow, set in delightful gardens. This lovely home with income potential also benefits from stabling, range of outbuilding and paddocks with the Teign River running along the lower boundary. The property sits in approximately 5 acres and benefits from dual access. Knowle Cottage offers a wealth of charm and character with a beautifully dual aspect refurbished and extended family kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, comfortable snug and a spacious sitting room benefiting from an inglenook fireplace with original bread oven. On the first floor are three good sized bedrooms with views of the rolling Devon countryside and family bathroom. The modern detached bungalow is perfect for those looking for income potential or for a dependant relative and offers spacious accommodation with a dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room, lounge/dining room, double bedroom, shower room and spacious well fitted utility room.Step InsideOn offer for the first time in over forty years, this property is a one-off opportunity offering land, two dwellings, stables and two storey barn.1 Knowle Cottage is a semi-detached grade 2 listed property which was extended at some stage to create a comfortable home. The day-to-day entrance leads into the kitchen dining room which is fitted with country style kitchen, and with space for a sofa and dining table. From the kitchen there is a door into the main entrance hallway which gives access to a cloakroom/WC and a study with dual aspect windows. There is also a door into the spacious sitting room which features a lovely inglenook fireplace complete with original bread oven and a fitted gas fire. To the corner of the room there is a curved staircase leading to the first floor.Upstairs you'll find the landing with access to the bathroom, two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a single room.The Bungalow is a detached property which was constructed by the current owners as ancillary accommodation. It offers spacious and bright accommodation comprising; two double bedrooms, kitchen, sitting/dining room, utility room and a shower room. It is a lovely property in its own right and would make a great rental property, holiday let or accommodation for family.Step OutsideThe land at the property totals just over 5 acres and is setup in sections but is all within one boundary and so all of the gardens and land can be accessed by the cottage or the bungalow. With the River Teign along the rear boundary, this really is a special setting.1 Knowle Cottage has a covered patio area which has plenty of space for outdoor furniture etc and has mature borders planted with established shrubs and bushes. There is also a very pretty front garden which leads to the front door. A driveway runs from the road, past the cottage and then follows around to the land as well as to an additional gated access back onto the road.The Bungalow has a large terrace which is accessed off the living room and bedroom, it's a private and sunny spot and leads out on to a large grass area. There is also a small stream and a gateway into a secret garden, which is planted with a variety of mature trees.The land also benefits from having a productive vegetable plot with greenhouse and soft fruit cages. Next to this area there is a three-box stable block (with power and water) and grass area which is enclosed with post and rail fencing.The driveway continues past the stables, and over a small bridge giving access into the large paddock area. A metal gate on the far side opens into a large yard area where there is a two-storey barn, sizeable store shed, and tractor shed.LocationTrusham is a small, charming village with a church dating back to mid 13th century and a well-respected public house and restaurant (The Cridford Inn) The city of Exeter is approximately 8 miles with access onto the M5 motorway, and also Exeter International airport. The ancient town of Chudleigh is a short drive providing most everyday needs. A few miles further is Bovey Tracey (known as the gateway to the moors) which also has a good selection of shops and facilities. Situated on the eastern fringe of Dartmoor National Park, there are many opportunities for walking and other outdoor pursuits as well as the enjoyment of some spectacular scenery.Useful InformationTenure: FreeholdLocal Authority: Teignbridge District CouncilCouncil Tax Band: C (Cottage) and A (Bungalow)Heating: LPG fired heatingServices: Mains Water, Mains Electric, Private LPG Supply, Septic Tank (shared with neighbour, on their land)Broadband: Superfast available with download speed of 80MBPS (According to Ofcom)  EPC Rating: E For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i69643900
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The entrance hall for The Cider Barn is a warm, welcoming and spacious reception room, with a cloakroom and plenty of space for boots and coats. The sitting room is a wonderful room, which again feels very spacious and offers double aspect views across the gardens with double doors leading to the terrace. The central feature is the wood burning stove in a large recess. The kitchen / breakfast room is fitted in a farmhouse style with a good range of units and a gas fired cooking range set within an attractive brick built recess. In addition on the ground floor is a third reception room which is currently used as bedroom 5, but could be a TV room or study if preferred and off which is the utility cupboard. Stairs rise to a large galleried landing off which there are four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The main bedroom has a large, vaulted ceiling and en suite shower room. All bedrooms offer lovely views across the gardens..GardensThe gardens are a particularly beautiful feature of The Cider Barn, extending to 1 acre of wonderful level lawns with a lovely old orchard of Heritage Apple trees and an abundance of spring bulbs. The garden is bordered by a pretty stream and there is a large log pile and wild garden, perfect for encouraging hedgehogs, butterflies and bees. Beyond the established rose garden is a large terrace area, perfect for al fresco dining. The gardens and driveway are screened behind double gates and attractive stone walling, ensuring a high level of privacy. There is ample parking and storage for numerous vehicles. To the rear of The Cider Barn, there is a pedestrian right of access across the neighbours courtyard,Within the garden is a double garage / store room and a garden studio / annexe which comprises a sitting room, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room..The property also benefits from Ultrafast Fibre Broadband (100Mb+).Daccombe, a quintessential English 'chocolate box village' is situated in a beautiful valley, surrounded by farmland and traditional Devon countryside and although a rural setting, is easily accessible to the larger towns of Newton Abbot, Torquay and the city of Exeter. The Linny at Coffinswell, a pretty and popular thatched pub is within a mile's walk of The Cider Barn. The mainline rail station at Newton Abbot is about 3 miles distant and offers a regular high-speed service to London Paddington in about 2.5 hours. Daccombe is well situated between the glorious rural idyll that is Dartmoor and the sandy South Devon beaches, ensuring you will never be short of things to do or places to visit. Both Torquay and Newton Abbot offer an excellent range of amenities including superstores, hospitals, restaurants, boutique shops and galleries, and a good range of secondary schools including Torquay Boys' Grammar and Torquay Girls' Grammar Schools. The cathedral city of Exeter, which is about 18 miles away, is a hub of cultural excellence and home to one of the top UK universities. The A380 offers access to the M5 and is about 3 miles distant.Newton Abbot train station 3 miles A380 dual carriageway 3 miles Exeter 18 miles Totnes 9 miles (Distances are approximate). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71674700
Hatherley is a fabulous Grade II* listed period property with approximately 0.77 acres of impressive grounds in a rural location near the popular town of Moretonhampstead. The house is full of character and charm and has a lovely kitchen with an AGA as well as a sitting room with an attractive fireplace and a separate snug.There is excellent bedroom accommodation including the impressive principal bedroom as well as a family bathroom and separate shower room on the ground floor. Outside there is a generous workshop and separate office making it ideal to work from home. The grounds are lovely and include raised beds and a number of mature trees, including a number of productive apple and pear trees, along with a flat lawn.. There is separate garage and entrance as well making parking easy.Moretonhampstead 1 mile, Chagford 4 miles, Exeter 20 miles (London Paddington 2 hours) (All distances and times are approximate).Hatherley is a lovely home located in the peaceful hamlet of Sloncombe, about a mile from Moretonhampstead and 4 miles from Chagford. It sits just about half a mile from the A382 in a quiet spot surrounded by beautiful Dartmoor countryside. The nearby towns of Moretonhampstead and Chagford offer primary schooling, libraries, surgeries for doctors, dentists and vets, parish church, chapel and in Chagford a Roman Catholic church.There are day to day and specialist shops, pubs and cafes and the whole area has numerous country and riverside walks. The A30 is only about 5 miles away and Exeter about 15 miles via the B3212 Teign Valley Road. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70923752
IntroductionHuxbear House is a wonderful example of a fine Grade II listed 17th Century Farmhouse offering both spacious and versatile accommodation. The property retains many original features but has been subject to a comprehensive restoration program over the last six years. The house incorporates up to 6 bedrooms, a large kitchen breakfast room and two large reception rooms. The house sits in a prominent position in the Teign Valley and is set within approximately three acres of private grounds.HistoryHuxbear House has a fascinating history with information dating back to the 12th century. It was listed in 1977 with the following information:'Farmhouse. Probably C17, remodelled C19. Solid, rendered walls. Slated roofs; C19 ridge tiles with pierced serrations. Three rendered stacks. Projecting stack with off- sets in right-hand gable. Stack on ridge, off-centre to right, with early lower section; probably heats original hall. Smaller stack on left-hand gable. Two storeys. 5-window front, with 2-storeyed gabled entrance-porch in second bay from right. Ground storey of porch has late C19 round-arched wooden doorway set within a square-headed opening, the spandrels filled with trellis-work. Nine-panelled door inside. The two left-hand windows and the right-hand window in each storey have 3- part sash windows without horns; ground storey windows have 6-paned centre sashes and 2-paned side-sashes, while the second-storey windows differ in having 3-paned top sashes in the centre and 1-paned side-sashes. Upper-storey window of porch is a 6-paned sash, and there is a 6-paned casement in second storey to left of porch. Interior not inspected, but could well be interesting. South end of interior, ground floor, showing remains of stud and panel screen. Ovolo moulded chamfers and scroll stops. Chamfered wooden lintel to old fireplace in adjoining room which backs onto former cross passage.'When the current owners purchased the property, they commissioned the local history group to put together information on the property which is available to read in full on request.Step InsideTo the front of the property steps and path lead to the imposing original entrance porch with flagstone floor, stone side benches and solid wood door leading into the entrance hall. The accommodation on the ground floor is extremely spacious and incorporates a sitting room with beautiful oak flooring, stone fireplace and wood burner and window to the front. The room has a good size walk in storage cupboard too. Across the hall is a large living room with original granite inglenook fireplace with wood burner and the original bread oven. The room is full of character and enjoys lots of light from the large window to the front. Through the door in the living room there is a large, fitted L shape kitchen breakfast room featuring an oil-fired Rayburn. The kitchen has had a lot of work done in terms of electrics and so is ready for the new owner to put in their choice of kitchen. The kitchen leads to a useful utility room, door to the outside, rear hallway/boot room and onto a downstairs cloakroom.Stairs from the front hall lead to a spacious landing space giving access to all bedrooms. Immediately off the landing are steps up to an occasional room which would suit a children's play room /occasional bedroom (bedroom 6). The room also has an external door and staircase giving access to the rear courtyard below.The other five bedrooms are all good size doubles. Two of which have ensuite facilities and the other bedrooms have the benefit of a luxury bathroom, with free standing bath, walk through shower and gorgeous fittings.From the landing, there is also a walk-in airing cupboard with built in storage shelves.Step OutsideThe property is accessed via a private entrance leading up to the driveway where there is ample parking. There is a detached garage with space for four vehicles and open parking either side. The whole property sits in approximately 3 acres. To the front of the property is a wide border with young beech hedge, roses, and shrubs. Continuing around the side of the house leads a paved patio area with a door to the kitchen. To the rear of the property, accessed from the rear hall, is an attractive paved courtyard with pergola and water feature with plenty of space for a large dining table a lovely spot to enjoy the late afternoon and evening sunshine. To the side of the property is a level lawn area, the main area of garden is accessed behind the garage block and is a level area of lawn with mature hedging and trees to the boundaries, making it a very private space, suitable for a variety of uses. To one side, and behind the courtyard area, there is a fenced off area, currently sectioned off for chickens. Useful InformationTenure: Freehold Listing: Grade II Historic England registration 1165935 Construction: Stone, cobb and render. Local Authority: Teignbridge District Council Council Tax Band: G (£3758.17 in 2023 2024) Heating: Oil fired central heating Services: Private Metered Water. Mains Electricity. Private drainage. Broadband: Owners subscribe to StarLink Mobile: Good service with all providers outside, best service with Three inside according to Ofcom.LocationTrusham is a popular village with a great sense of community. Huxbear House lies on the edge of the village along the Teign Valley Road. It is situated approximately a 10 minute drive of the bustling town of Bovey Tracey (known locally as the gateway to the moor) where there is an excellent range of local amenities and facilities. These include a health centre, several restaurants and public houses, primary school, post office, bank etc. The market town of Newton Abbot is approximately 15 minutes drive where there is more comprehensive shopping, a mainline railway station (London Paddington approximately 2.5 hours). The A38 dual carriageway leading to Plymouth and North to Exeter and M5 motorway is approximately 10 minutes. Exeter International Airport approximately 35 minutes. The coastal resorts of Teignmouth and Shaldon are approximately 20 minutes or so away and Torquay with its International Marina approximately 30 minutes. Huxbear House occupies a delightful location inside the picturesque Teign Valley, near Dartmoor National Park which covers the area of 368 square miles.EPC Rating: E For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70023573
Surrounded by beautiful countryside on gently sloping uplands above the River Lemon, Witheridge House has a truly enviable setting with fantastic views. The house is set back off a peaceful, country lane leading only to the nearest neighbour, a farm, about 100 yards away and looks out over a swathe of local woodland and unspoilt farmland.It was built in 1929 and has not been on the open market for over 50 years. It is a good example of a fine family house of the period with a wide, two storey bow window and its exterior walls covered in painted, roughcast render under a Devon slate roof. The majority of the house's tall and wide UPVC double glazed windows face south-east and they combine with good sized and well proportioned rooms with tall ceilings to provide Witheridge House with a light and airy feel.The house itself has a total of two reception rooms and four double bedrooms with a separate annexe providing a fifth double bedroom with its own shower room, which is perfect for additional bedroom space when needed or as an Airbnb.The sitting room and dining room both have far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, with the former also having a second south-westerly window so the room catches daylight throughout the day and a cut stone fireplace fitted with a wood burning stove. The house's centrally positioned hall leads to both rooms, the WC and the kitchen/breakfast room, which is fully fitted with units under melamine work surfaces with a range of built-in electric appliances.Upstairs is almost a mirror image of the floor below with the principal bedroom looking out through the wide bow window like the sitting room below it. The house's galleried landing leads to all four bedrooms share the family bathroom and a separate WC between them. Three of the four bedrooms are fitted with wash basins.The entrance to Witheridge House 0ff the passing lane opens directly onto a sizeable tarmac parking area. This has ample space for several vehicles and has a double garage block alongside, a short distance from the house and currently serving as a games room with its own cloakroom.Given that the garage has electricity and drainage it would be relatively simple to convert it into a home office. Above the garage is a separate annexe with a double bedroom and an en suite shower room.The garden extends out from the house on three sides and is lawned with a scattering of mature, native broadleaf trees. Extending out from one corner of the house is a large and highly productive vegetable garden with a mixed orchard at its far end. The residential area of the grounds amounts to about 1.3 acres (0.53 hectare), which includes a small paddock with a well built concrete block building that would be very suitable for stables, tack room and fodder storage. To the north of the stable block is an L-shaped timber framed mono pitch agricultural building incorporating two concrete block loose boxes. A 16 panel photo voltaic array is mounted on the roof. Both buildings are supplied with water and electricity.Agents NoteThere is an easement granted on the unregistered land marked on the plan.Witheridge House has no near neighbours and is situated in unspoilt rolling farmland in the parish of Ogwell, which includes the two small villages of East and West Ogwell, which both have churches. The neighbouring, larger village of East Ogwell has a popular primary school (Ofsted rated Good), village green and church. Most day to day needs can be met by the thriving market town of Newton Abbot, which has a wide choice of shops and local businesses including GP, dental and veterinary surgeries plus large Sainsbury's and Asda supermarkets.The area has good transport links too. The A381 is less than two miles away, Newton Abbot has a mainline railway station with direct services to London Paddington, Exeter and Bristol and Exeter Airport is 22 miles/ 30 minutes away.It also has a wide choice of schools from both the state and independent sectors. These include nine good primary schools within a two-mile radius along with Stover and various other schools in Newton Abbot. From the independent sector there is St Christopher and Park School in Totnes. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70630473
Manor Barn is a detached, Grade II listed, four double bedroom barn conversion which has been completely renovated from the original 1830s barn to create a beautifully light and spacious family home.The accommodation on the ground floor comprises an entrance hall, a dining room with attractive wood panelling and beautiful views, and a large kitchen with granite worktops, electric hob, oven and integrated dishwasher. Leading from the kitchen is the conservatory, with spectacular south facing views of the surrounding farmland and countryside beyond. Photo chromatic glass has been installed in the roof to regulate the temperature. There is a balcony with steps down to the garden below, ideally placed for enjoying the views. Also on the ground floor is a utility room and a cloakroom with WC. A side door leads into the double garage.To the left of the entrance hall, steps lead up to a generously proportioned, double aspect sitting room, with a large fireplace as it's focal point and original beams. The family room is on the first floor, which is another large room offering flexible living space. Up a further flight of stairs is the attic, providing ample storage and offering the potential for conversion into further accommodation if required. Downstairs, there are four double bedrooms, three with en suites. The master bedroom has a large dressing area with four double fitted wardrobes, glass patio doors to the garden and an en suite bathroom. There are three further double bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes and pretty views of the gardens. The second bedroom also has glass patio doors to the garden, as well as use of a stylish, newly fitted, Jack and Jill bathroom.Manor Barn is approached from the lane onto a gravel driveway and turning area with parking for several cars in front of the double garage and house.There is gated access to the side of the property which leads to the rear gardens. The beautiful, south-facing landscaped garden to the rear of the property provides ample space for entertaining, with a spacious paved patioand terrace looking towards the magnificent views of the countryside and the valley beyond.There is also a large, level lawn surrounded by established flowerbeds with a wide variety of flowering shrubs and trees.Manor Barn has also been granted planning consent for a four bedroom house in the current gardens, with access via the side of the house. Water and electricity have been installed.Manor Barn is located in the centre of the pretty village of Coffinswell, just 2.5 miles from the beautiful South Devon coastline at Maidencombe Beach.The village is in a Conservation Area and has a good community, with a church and a popular inn called 'The Linny'. Coffinswell lies in a rural valley surrounded by farmland, and has many traditional Devon cob and thatch cottages.The lively harbour side has a myriad of restaurants and continental cafes; here you will find Torquay's international deep water marina. For those that enjoy life on the ocean wave the English Riviera is perfect with nine beaches within the bay, all beautiful, some secluded.Torquay, approximately 3 miles away, is situated on the South Devon coast and has miles of sandy beaches. There are a number of excellent state and private schools within reach including Torbay's three well-regarded Grammar schools.Communication links include a direct rail service to London Paddington from Newton Abbot, and the new South Devon Highway has improved the journey times to Exeter and the M5 motorway. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i69726698
A delightful farmhouse with about 4 acres in the most incredible location. Enjoying uninterrupted views and access onto Dartmoor National Park. DescriptionMiddle Stoke House is a south facing, elevated former farmhouse enjoying delightful rural views over the River Dart Valley and open moorland. Believed to have Victorian/Edwardian origins, the house itself benefits from superb proportions throughout including high ceilings, pretty windows, square rooms and feature fireplaces.Approached by a shared drive and then onto its own private gated driveway with parking, Middle Stoke House is incredibly inviting with an attractive veranda covering the rear door which in turn opens up into a wonderful entrance hall which flows through the house and out to the south facing garden. - perfect for welcoming guests. There is an excellent feel throughout the house with all three reception rooms benefiting from feature fireplaces and long distant views. In particular the sitting room and dining room, both of which are south facing and look out over the garden. The double aspect kitchen/breakfast room enjoys a different view, overlooking one of the paddocks and front drive. The kitchen itself houses a wide selection of solid wood base and drawer units centred around a Watson rayburn. There is ample space for a breakfast table creating a lovely area for family life or entertaining.The pretty staircase rises to the generous first floor landing where there is a window that frames the magnificent views perfectly. Accommodation on the first floor includes five bedrooms in total, all of which enjoy stunning rural views over the River Dart Valley or over the delightful gardens and paddocks. To complete the accommodation there is a family bathroom and a further separate shower room.Gardens and GroundsA particular feature to Middle Stoke House is the generous grounds and south facing garden that accompany it. The gardens wrap around the property which are mostly laid to lawn with fine views over Dartmoor National Park. A pretty post and rail fence separates the garden to one of two paddocks, with a further gently sloped paddock above. In all, the gardens and grounds at Middle Stoke House totals just over 4 acres.LocationMiddle Stoke House is located just outside the enchanting and favoured village of Holne. Holne offers an abundance of outdoor recreational pursuits and is a superb place for walkers and riders with a tea room, shop, traditional country pub, meeting hall and church.The River Dart provides a wonderful place for fishing and kayaking, plus year round riverside walks and picnics. Nearby, Ashburton and Buckfastleigh offer shopping facilities, primary and secondary education and easy access to the A38 Devon Expressway with direct links to Plymouth, Exeter and beyond. Amidst some of the most magnificent scenery in Devon, Middle Stoke House is situated within the Dartmoor National Park boasting a stunning southerly position. The elevated situation of the property ensures wonderful views across the surrounding rolling countryside. Dartmoor is renowned for its spectacular scenery, with its granite tors, heather clad moorland and wooded valleys bisected by rushing streams and riversThere is a choice of private schooling in the area, including Mount Kelly at Tavistock, Stover near Newton Abbot and a number in the university and cathedral city of Exeter.Square Footage: 2,146 sq ft DirectionsWhat3words///driving.zoned.butchers Additional InfoMains water and electricity. Private drainage and oil central heating. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71381904
Substantial and highly versatile family home nestled in stunning grounds extending to about 1.5 acres in a highly sought after, private location. DescriptionMeticulously renovated by the current owners and greatly improved, this former 1930s bungalow has been totally transformed creating a versatile and flexible accommodation space with modern, open plan family living in mind. Finished to a high standard throughout, this property provides an excellent family home as well as offering a fantastic opportunity for flexible and multi-generational living.This bright and spacious home has been carefully and thoughtfully designed by the current owners to create a fabulous inside/outside living, taking advantage of the sun throughout the day and inviting the beautiful surrounding grounds into every room. The welcoming entrance hall leads through French Doors to a wonderful bright, open plan kitchen, living space with a cosy wood-burning stove - perfect for entertaining, this modern, tastefully designed space offers the best in outdoor living with tri-fold and French windows opening almost the entire length of the room onto a terrace. The modern, fitted kitchen offers everything any budding chef could ask for. Fitted with double Neff ovens, integrated dishwasher and induction hob as well as oil fired Aga and wine cooler. There is a full height integrated fridge and separate freezer and a fabulous addition for any family home as is the double breakfast bar. Additional features such as concealed bins, pop-up extractor, beautiful quartz tops, USB charging points and integrated appliances give this kitchen a truly modern, bespoke feel.From the entrance hall, steps lead through French doors to the attractive main living room, benefitting from sliding doors along the length of the room and providing access to the delightful central terrace which wraps around the property; perfect for summer entertaining. Feature fireplace and wood burner provide a cosy focal point on cold winter evenings.The secondary well-fitted kitchen is an excellent addition for outdoor entertaining. With easy access to the conservatory beyond and extensive terrace, this galley-style space offers a range of units and worktop options as well as a Rangmaster electric range cooker, Neff integrated dishwasher and an integrated full height freezer. The conservatory beyond enjoys a wonderful aspect across the terrace and gardens. To the ground floor, there are two spacious bedrooms, one currently used as a study, both with modern en suite facilities. The larger, triple aspect bedroom enjoying sliding doors onto the terrace. To either end of the property, there are two staircases leading to two further spectacular double bedrooms on the first floor. Built into the eaves, yet providing excellent height and space, with light flooding the spaces through gable and Velux windows and offering beautiful views across the gardens. Each with modern, en suite shower rooms and eaves storage.Gardens and groundsThis tucked away position just a short distance from the beautiful raw beauty of Dartmoor and Haytor offers complete privacy. Located off a shared private drive, with gates leading to a large turning circle and parking area with space for several cars as well as double garage. The extensive patio and terrace with ender edge LED strip lighting is accessed via a number of rooms in the home, wrap around the property and have been greatly improved and extended by the current owners. This fabulous space is perfect for al fresco dining, entertaining and barbeques with steps leading down to the lawns.The fabulous gardens extend to roughly 1.5 acres with an area of woodland beyond the hedging leading down towards Haytor road. Wrapping the property on all sides, the gardens are a delight. Completely private and enclosed, this is a haven for both wildlife and families. Extensive lawns interspersed with deep, well-stocked beds and borders provide a stunning, tranquil space surrounded by fields and nature reserve. There is a small area of orchard and wide variety of evergreen and deciduous trees, fruit trees, hedging and established shrubs such as beautiful rhododendrons and hydrangea.There are a range of useful outbuildings including a log cabin, currently used as a log store, but offering much potential with power and light already in situ and potting shed for garden storage as well as double garage with up and over doors and eaves storage.LocationThis beautifully presented family home occupies a private, yet accessible position off a private drive within grounds of approximately 1.5 acres. This fabulous position is just a stone's throw from beautiful Haytor and its unparalleled walking and landscape. Haytor village is within a short distance with a very well-regarded public house, The Rock Inn and popular hotel/restaurant, The Moorland Hotel. Bovey Tracey, just two miles distant, being known as the 'gateway to the moor' offering a wide range of excellent amenities including library, community centre, takeaways, public houses, The Dartmoor Distillery, independent shops and galleries, garage, supermarkets, deli and butchers. It also has a bustling community with events happening throughout the year including the well-regarded summer craft fair which draws independent makers from across the county and various clubs, tennis courts, swimming pool and sports teams. Ullacombe Farm Shop and Home Cafe in National Trust's Parke are within a short distance of the property and provide excellent facilities.Slightly further afield, the villages and towns of Lustleigh, Widdicombe-in-the-Moor and Ashburton are popular destinations for locals and visitors and offer community events such as the famous Lustleigh May Day, independent shops and boutiques and a wide range of public houses, cafes and amenities. The county's bustling capital of Exeter is just 18 miles to the East. This thriving university city offers a wealth of cultural activities from the theatre and museum to the art centre and galleries. There are a variety of shopping options from the new Princesshay development and John Lewis department store as well an array of interested boutiques and independent stores. There are many well-regarded schools in the area including primary schools in Widdicombe-in-the-Moor and Bovey Tracey and independent schools such as Stover School as well as private bus services to Blundell's in Tiverton, Exeter School and The Maynard School in Exeter and St Peter's School in Lympstone.Benefitting from the raw beauty and seclusion of the moor, yet being so close to excellent communication links is just one of the benefits of this wonderful home. The A38 is just 5 miles away, providing excellent links to the M5 at Exeter and the A30 as well as the South Hams beaches and Cornwall beyond. There are high speed rail links operating from Exeter St David's station to London Paddington, the Midlands and North of England. Exeter Airport has once again re-established itself and provides both domestic and international flights.Square Footage: 2,932 sq ft DirectionsFrom the A38 from Exeter, take the Bovey Tracey, Drum Bridges roundabout and continue onto Newton Road towards Bovey Tracey. At the next roundabout, continue straight across onto Monks Way towards Bovey Tracey. At the Monks Way/fire station roundabout, take the first exit onto the B3387 towards Haytor and Widdicombe. At the fork, bear left towards Haytor. The entrance to the private drive to Torlings can be found after a short distance on the right hand side. Additional InfoMains water and electricityPrivate drainageOil central heatingSolar panelsEV charging point For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70324020
The Old Doctor's House is a wonderful, south-facing property in an excellent position within the Dartmoor National Park and has excellent views over the surrounding countryside. A gated entrance gives access to ample courtyard parking and a double garage. The property itself has a spacious entrance hall from which all of the key reception rooms are accessed. This home is ideal for entertaining.There is an impressive living room which leads to the garden room and takes full advantage of the views. There is also an excellent farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room and separate utility room. For more formal entertaining, the dining room has fabulous views. The spacious study with superfast broadband connectivity would be ideal for home/office working.On the first floor there is an outstanding principal suite with dressing room and a very impressive terrace with views over Dartmoor. There are also three further bedrooms as well as a family bathroom.On the upper floor there is a very large attic room which could be used as a further bedroom or family games room.The grounds of the house are particularly impressive with over 2 acres of woodland and formal gardens. The south facing Italianate terrace is laid out with rose beds. There are some beautiful spaces for a family to explore and enjoy.Hawkmoor Parke is ideally located for everything the area has to offer. To the north and south are the towns of Moretonhampstead and Bovey Tracey, with a full selection of local amenities. There are private schools in the area, at nearby Stover and a selection in the University and cathedral city of Exeter.Dartmoor is renowned for its spectacular scenery, with granite tors, heather clad moorland and wooded valleys, bisected by rushing streams and rivers. There are many varied opportunities on the doorstep for walking, riding, cycling and fishing. There are 18-hole golf courses at Bovey Castle and Stover whilst Bovey Tracey provides a driving range and 9-hole course.The nearby village of Lustleigh has many beautiful and historic buildings and a good selection of local amenities, including a village shop and post office, tea rooms and an excellent pub; The Cleave. Lustleigh retains a strong community spirit with an active village hall and Cricket Club. A more extensive range of facilities can be found in nearby Bovey Tracey or Moretonhampstead, whilst the Cathedral and University City of Exeter is only 20 miles away. There are several highly regarded primary and senior schools in the area, and excellent private schools; Exeter School and The Maynard School in Exeter and Stover School at Newton Abbot.The A38 Devon Expressway, to the south of Bovey Tracey has dual carriageway links to Plymouth and the M5 Motorway at Exeter.There are regular direct rail services to London Paddington from Newton Abbot and Exeter, which also has a regional airport.Bovey Tracey 2.9 miles, Moretonhampstead 5.1 miles Exeter 19.5 miles (London Paddington 2 hours) (All distances and times are approximate) For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i69282336
Higher Stiniel is one of only five dwellings in the tiny hamlet of Stiniel 1.5 miles from the small country town of Chagford in the Dartmoor National Park. The house is a Grade II listed building which is recorded by Historic England as being of late 15th century to early 16th century origin, there is certainly evidence of the antiquity of the house in the features throughout, including cruck timbers in the main bedroom and the large axial chimney stack in the sitting room, which is believed to have been added in the house in the 16th century. The accommodation provides a warm and comfortable atmosphere, which is characteristic in buildings of this type. The main house is south facing, with large sash and leaded windows, allowing light to stream in, creating awonderfully bright and airy interior.The property includes a range of interesting and useful outbuildings, two of which are thatched and listed in their own right as of historical interest. The buildings lend themselves to a variety of uses for storage, workspace, entertaining, small livestock or stables. The gardens are a particularly pleasing feature, full of colour with plenty of scope for the keen gardener to develop. The south-facing walled garden at the front of the farmhouse is an unusual and beautiful feature, with levelled lawn, mature shrubs, flowered boarders and rose beds. At the rear of the house is a further large, level lawn, interspersed with a number of large trees and shrubs including, Oak, Maple, Cedar, Apple, Rhododendrons, Hydrangea, providing a multitude of beautiful, sheltered areas to meander through and explore. The large barn at the rear of the property opens up to a sloping paddock (once a cider orchard), still with two old apple trees that continue to produce bountiful quantities of fruit each year. The land is perfect for the small-holder or for anyone with equestrian interests.The main house provides excellent accommodation with a beautiful kitchen with an AGA and connecting dining room perfect for entertaining. For cosy evenings there is a spacious sitting room with a wonderful original fireplace and bread oven. There is also a separate meditation room with French doors leading to the front garden and the courtyard.Upstairs there are four bedrooms including a fabulous principal suite as well as a separate family bathroom. The separate utility room is generous as is the walk-in larder. From the main house there is an attractive conservatory leading to a terraced granite courtyard with pond and well established flowers and shrubs, with a large party barn and woodstore to the rear. It is also worth mentioning the beautiful round house which is a key feature of the overall look of the property and separate stables and outbuildings which perfectly complement the rural lifestyle which is fully available at Higher Stiniel.The grounds around Higher Stiniel are a key feature of the property. From the top of the land there are beautiful views over Dartmoor towards Hookney and Birch Tor. The fields around the house have been sensitively planted with over 2000 native trees for both wildlife benefit, shelter and privacy.Lot 1 consists of four fields full of well-established wild flower meadows and includes one of the largest Ash tree in Devon. Lot 2 is a beautiful hidden valley, with a small bubbling stream running through the middle, surrounded by rare wet meadows, mature woodland sloping to the west, and a wonderful secret mossy boulder glen. The land is a spectacular haven for wildlife.The immediate walled garden in front of the house is full of mature plants and shrubs and the remaining garden has some beautiful mature trees providing an attractive contrast to the wild meadows surrounding Higher Stiniel. The courtyard garden is also a real sun trap.Lot 1: House and outbuildings with four fields - 10.62 acres.Lot 2: Secluded valley meadow with stream and woodland - 4.33 acres.In all about 14.95 acres.Stiniel is an 'exceptionally picturesque Dartmoor hamlet' (Historic England) with quintessential Dartmoor buildings of granite with either slate or thatch roofs, positioned in a small valley approximately 1.5 miles from the equally attractive small country town of Chagford. Chagford is a picturesque stannary town on the north-easterly edge of Dartmoor.Chagford has been voted "Best rural place to live in Britain" by the Sunday Times and boasts a wide range of conveniences and speciality shops including a Post Office, surgery, dentist, pharmacy, family butcher, wine shop, bakery, greengrocer, two delicatessens, various restaurants, cafes, pubs and a large hardware and household store. There are three hotels including Bovey Castle which has excellent facilities including a golf course, tennis, heated indoor pool, spa and excellent dining and the world famous Gidleigh Park close by with it's Michelin starred restaurant. Further afield is the market town of Okehampton which has a large Waitrose supermarket.The village has a primary school, pre-school and Montessori. The Cathedral City of Exeter has a good selection of private schools, including The Maynard and Exeter School. The nearby ancient stannary and market town of Tavistock has Mount Kelly which is also a private school.The A30 at Whiddon Down, is 4.5 miles away, giving good, quick access to the cathedral city of Exeter and the M5. Exeter offers a wide range of amenities befitting a centre of its importance including excellent shopping, dining, theatre and recreational pursuits. There are regular rail services to London Paddington from Newton Abbot and Exeter. Exeter Airport has a growing number of national and international flights, including daily flights to London City Airport.Chagford is perfectly situated for Dartmoor's vast array of activities such as Riding, fishing, walking and cycling which are all within easy reach of the property. It also boosts excellent sport facilities including a football pitch, cricket pitch and pavilion, bowling club and a seasonal open air river fed swimming pool. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70177599
This award-winning single-storey home of over 3,000 sq ft is tucked away in a secluded position in the village of Highweek, near Newton Abbot in Devon. The design is contextually driven, oriented towards the private gardens of half an acre and the far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Positioned between Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful Devon coastline, the location is excellent for easy access to Devon's rural, coastal, and cultural highlights, while direct rail services connect from nearby Newton Abbot to London Paddington in around two hours. Environmental Performance Energy efficiency was integral to the construction, and as a result, the design was awarded a Quality and Sustainability Award in 2012 by the Devon Building Control Partnership. Two air-source heat pumps supply hot water and central heating, which runs beneath porcelain floor tiles or engineered oak throughout the house. There is also a rainwater harvesting system and 16 photovoltaic panels on the roof, with four storage battery units providing electricity. The Tour The house lies low in its setting, with the stonework that formed the original greenhouse and stables of the Daracombe Park Estate carefully retained throughout the site. Despite occupying a village location, the position feels incredibly quiet and secluded, set back from the road by a private gated entrance (complete with an intercom system) leading through to tend houses that comprise Daracombe Park. A private, gated driveway leads up to the house, and the main entrance is set within a front courtyard. A series of fluid, open-plan living spaces unfold with impactful character over three split levels, connected by an arterial corridor that runs the length of the interior. Natural light streams in through a ribbon of clerestory windows, illuminating the mid-section of the house throughout the day. The open-plan family/dining room and kitchen faces west, where a series of bi-folding glass doors open directly onto the terrace and gardens. A modern kitchen designed by Peter Booth houses appliances tucked neatly into lines of bespoke cabinetry. Caesarstone worktops create plenty of space for cooking. There is a second dining room, a wonderfully quiet space for entertaining, that overlooks a walled courtyard, alongside a large utility space. A short flight of steps leads down to a beautiful lounge overlooking the west-facing garden with patio doors that open onto a large terrace. A studio (or gym) and cloakroom are also positioned on this level, with stairs leading down to the sleeping areas. The four double bedrooms have been mindfully designed as a quiet and restful retreat. The main bedroom has floor-to-ceiling glass walls with a garden view as well as an en suite bathroom. The second bedroom, also with an en suite, looks out to the terrace, while bedrooms three and four have views of the private walled garden and a family bathroom complete this level. Outside Space The gardens, extending to around half an acre, are bounded by the original stone walls and have been beautifully landscaped. Swathes of lawn are bordered by deep herbaceous beds of flowering perennials. Mature trees and hedging create privacy and externally lit terraced patios and courtyards provide sunny and shaded areas to eat and drink outside throughout the seasons. Raised beds and espalier fruit trees provide plenty of scope for home-grown vegetables, fruit and flowers and water features encourage a wide array of local wildlife and birdlife. The undulating hillsides and open countryside provide a dramatic backdrop from all aspects. A detached double garage provides undercover space for two vehicles, in addition to a generous provision of parking on the private driveway. The Area The village of Highweek has a lively, community, with a local primary school, village hall, church, and a pub, all within easy walking distance. For daily amenities, Newton Abbot is less than two miles away and has a good selection of shops and restaurants, a cinema, a leisure centre and a weekly market. The surrounding area is renowned for beautiful open countryside including Dartmoor National Park which is around 15 minutes' drive away. The sandy beaches and charming villages dotted along the coastline are easily reached, including Shaldon nestled alongside an estuary and sheltered from the sea by the Ness headland. Torquay is around nine miles south and the popular town of Totnes is a similar distance. Totnes is a medieval market town on the River Dart estuary; with its rich history, thriving cultural scene and wonderful natural surroundings, it is one of the most popular towns in the south-west. It has a broad range of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, notably The Hairy Barista, Greenfibres and The Bull Inn. The town is renowned for its charming Friday market that sells local produce, vintage clothing and antiques. Nearby Dartington Trust is set within a beautiful 1,200-acre campus and presents a series of arts and cultural events throughout the year. Daracombe Park sits within the catchment area for Coombeshead Academy and Stover School, which is around five minutes from the house. The grammar schools in Torquay, notable public schools and the University of Exeter can also be easily reached. Rail connections are excellent, with direct services from Newton Abbot to London Paddington in around two hours. Exeter International Airport offers daily domestic and international flights and is reachable in around 30 minutes by car. Council Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70041301
Haccombe Chase, which is not listed, sits in an elevated position at the top of a long drive and offers far reaching and wonderful views. The house, was purchased in 1995 and then extended in 1996 and again in 2006.Although, it is now in need of some modernisation, Haccombe Chase is well presented and has been well maintained over the years. The entrance hall is wide and welcoming with a beautiful stone fireplace and 'Arts and Crafts' style staircase rising to the first floor.The sitting room extends to about 30' and has a floor to ceiling stone-built fireplace with woodburning stove and double doors leading through to the dining room/garden room which has five sets of French windows leading to the full width terrace and gardens beyond. The kitchen is fitted with a range of farmhouse style units, a range cooker and fridge/freezer. Off the kitchen is a study, inner lobby, and utility room. In addition to the sitting room is a living room with stone fireplace and further reception area/storeroom which leads through to the indoor swimming pool.The indoor pool has three sets of double doors offering lovely views and opens onto the sun terrace, which in turn leads to the impressive walled garden. Also on the ground floor is a downstairs cloakroom, double bedroom, and a shower room. The first floor comprises a large landing area, three double bedrooms and two bathrooms.In addition is the self-contained ground floor apartment which is accessed both externally and internally though the kitchen and utility area. The apartment comprises a living room with double doors to the garden, a fitted kitchen, double bedroom, shower room and separate cloakroom.Gardens and outbuildingsThe gardens are an impressive feature of Haccombe Chase, having been lovingly planted and maintained for over 30 years and providing an abundance of tress and colourful shrubs. The large walled garden is largely laid to lawn and home to an orchard of apple, pears, green gage and cherry trees. The garden is about 2 acres in total and the fields extend a further 38.75 acres.The outbuildings comprise a double garage, a range of barns/stores, log store and a workshop.Haccombe is situated in a beautiful valley, surrounded by farmland and traditional Devon countryside, and was once described as the smallest parish in England. The parish is known for its beautiful little church of St. Blaise, which merits two stars in Simon Jenkins' "England's Thousand Best Churches" and was built in 1233 by Sir Stephen de Haccombe on his return from the Fifth Crusade. This impressive and historical hamlet, although in an idyllic rural setting, is easily accessible to the larger towns of Newton Abbot, Torquay and the city of Exeter.The mainline rail station at Newton Abbot is about 3 miles distant and offers a regular high-speed service to London Paddington in about 2.5 hours. Haccombe is well situated between the glorious rural idyll that is Dartmoor and the sandy South Devon beaches, ensuring you will never be short of things to do or places to visit.Both Torquay and Newton Abbot offer an excellent range of amenities including superstores, hospitals, restaurants, boutique shops and galleries, and a good range of secondary schools including Torquay Boys' Grammar and Torquay Girls' Grammar Schools. The cathedral city of Exeter, which is about 18 miles away, is a hub of cultural excellence and home to one of the top UK universities. The A380 offers access to the M5 and is about 3 miles distant.Newton Abbot train station 3 miles, A380 dual carriageway 3 miles, Totnes 9 miles, Exeter 18 miles (All distances and times are approximate) For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i68490665
Parsons Loaf is a superb contemporary home situated on the edge of the much sought-after village of Lustleigh.The house has been built on five different levels to the highest of specifications with careful attention paid to the finishes and a wonderful sense of quality throughout. The house is ideal for entertaining with sliding glass doors leading directly outside from the kitchen dining room into the garden beyond making al fresco dining a real possibility.For cosy nights in there is a fabulous sitting room with a large open feature fireplace and exposed oak beams along with superb ceiling heights. There is a sunny family room. All the key rooms have access to the exterior leading to a wonderful connection between the beautiful garden and the property. For working from home there are two studies as well and good internet throughout. The bedroom accommodation is well arranged, and the principal suite is very attractive.It is also worth noting that Parsons Loaf has sound environmental credentials with a heat recovery system and a ground source heat pump. This heats not only the house but also the swimming pool. The house is very well insulated and benefits from natural green roofs on parts of the property which have matured and create a real feature. As well as the main building there are a number of barns. These could obviously be converted subject to the necessary consents but are currently used as a car port, log shed and storage.Gardens and groundsThe garden itself is a major feature of the house with many mature trees and shrubs as well as the pool area which is a perfect spot to relax and unwind. The herb garden is also particularly attractive. There are two large fields amounting to about six acres which would be ideal for equestrian use but also offer a wonderful spot to take in the far reaching views over Dartmoor towards Hound Tor. Beyond this there is some outstanding ancient woodland full of granite outcrops and bulbs which is flooded with snowdrops and bluebells in the Spring.The picturesque Dartmoor village of Lustleigh, with its period houses and cottages clustered around the village square, with popular Inn, tea shop, shop/post office, church and cricket ground, is one of the area's most beautiful. To the north and south are the towns of Moretonhampstead andBovey Tracey, with a full section of local amenities. There are private schools in the area, at nearby Stover and a selection in the University and cathedral city of Exeter.Dartmoor is renowned for its spectacular scenery, with granite tors, heather clad moorland and wooded valleys, bisected by rushing streams and rivers, and there are many varied opportunities on the doorstep for walking, riding,cycling and fishing.There are 18 hole golf courses at Bovey Castle and Stover whilst Bovey Tracey provides a driving range and 9 hole course. Lustleigh has many beautiful and historic buildings and a good selection of local amenities, including a village shop & post office, tea rooms and an excellent pub; TheCleave. A more extensive range of facilities can be found in nearby Bovey Tracey or Moretonhampstead, whilst the Cathedral and University City of Exeter is only 20 miles away.The A38 Devon Expressway, to the south of Bovey Tracey has dual carriageway links to Plymouth and the M5 motorway at Exeter. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i69925236
Nestled in a secluded valley within the stunning Dartmoor National Park, Sweeton Manor offers a tranquil retreat with breath-taking moorland views. This historic residence, dating back to the 16th century, combines the charm of a classic Devon longhouse with elegant Georgian additions, presenting a unique living opportunity for families seeking a multi-generational home.Sweeton Manor is a beautifully maintained Grade II listed property with an inviting L-shaped layout, currently comprising two interconnected homes that can easily be configured as a single expansive dwelling. The manor is framed by picturesque thatched roofs and sash windows, creating a storybook setting.The main entrance leads to a splendid stone terrace overlooking lush gardens and the moor beyond. Inside, the home boasts generous proportions with an open plan kitchen and sitting room spanning nearly the entire length of the house. A cosy wood burner enhances the sitting area, which flows into a versatile living room/library with direct terrace access. The grand oak staircase ascends to the upper floor, where a corridor adorned with recessed windows connects two spacious bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms.Adjacent, the north wing houses a secondary kitchen with a dining area and a charming built-in bench, centred around an electric AGA. This area includes a grand sitting room with a majestic granite fireplace, leading to an additional annexe bedroom.Sweeton Manor comprises seven bedrooms and six bathrooms in total, offering ample space for family gatherings and guest accommodation.The property includes a series of stunning outbuildings: a self-contained studio/home office, a thatched barn, and an additional barn with a bio-mass boiler. The private courtyard and cobbled drive add to the estate's grandeur. At the heart of the estate lies a striking green oak-framed building housing an indoor heated swimming pool, complete with steam room, changing facilities, and a spa bath (currently not in use).The expansive grounds, covering approximately 2.59 acres, feature mature trees, hedges, and extensive lawns, ensuring privacy and tranquillity. These well-maintained gardens provide a serene backdrop for both relaxation and family activities.Sweeton Manor is located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, an area that is renowned for its spectacular scenery with granite tors, heather clad moorland and wooded valleys, bisected by rushing streams and rivers. There are many opportunities locally for walking, riding and fishing and close by is the stunning River Dart valley flowing off the moor, via Totnes, to the Dart Estuary and the sea at Dartmouth. The south coast is about 20 miles away where there are excellent facilities for sailing and numerous beaches and coastal walks. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i70964007
Through the attractive wrought iron gates, the private driveway sweeps through the mature gardens, arriving at the generous parking and turning area, where the striking Edwardian architecture of Blueburn and panoramic views can be appreciated. The house is not listed and was designed by architect Thomas Henry Lyon. Built in 1910, it has the elegant proportions synonymous with its era, within a manageable layout that ensures it works perfectly as a family home and for entertaining.Upon entering, the large entrance hall warmly welcomes you, guiding you to the principal reception rooms bathed in natural light. This is courtesy of the large windows, the majority of which have been meticulously replaced and refurbished, ensuring the home not only resonates with warmth but also is presented with exceptional attention to detail throughout.The reception rooms, particularly the sun room on the south side of the house, boast breathtaking, far-reaching views, with the property's attractive gardens providing a charming foreground. These spaces are further enhanced by their large windows and high ceilings, crafting an ambiance of openness and tranquillity.The heart of the home lies in the delightful kitchen, equipped with an electric AGA, and designed as the quintessential gathering spot for family and friends. The adjacent breakfast room, with its French doors, opens onto a Mediterranean-style parterre garden, inviting the outside in and offering a perfect setting for alfresco dining or simply enjoying the garden's beauty.Ascending to the first floor, there are four classically proportioned bedrooms offering spectacular views that captivate and delight alongside an additional single bedroom.The principal bedroom is a standout, featuring a private balcony and an en suite bathroom, both presented with impeccable taste and an eye for comfort and luxury.Blueburn CottageAdding to the property's appeal is a charming cottage, perfect for accommodating guests or staff. It includes a kitchen/diner on the ground floor and a bedroom with an en suite shower room upstairs, which opens to steps leading down to an inviting decked entertaining terrace.Gardens, grounds and outbuildingsThe gardens are a testament to the property's privacy and versatility, encompassing about two and a half acres of meticulously landscaped grounds. From the secluded swimming pool to the expansive flat lawn area, surrounded by high hedges for added privacy, each element has been thoughtfully designed to create different areas for relaxation and entertainment.The decked entertaining terrace, a notable addition, offers a splendid vantage point to revel in the natural beauty and breathtaking views that envelop the home.Secondary access off the road leads to the working area of the property, which includes garaging, ample storage, and additional parking area. This feature ensures the property not only serves as a haven of beauty and relaxation but also meets the functional and practical needs of owning a country house.Blueburn stands majestically in a south-facing, elevated position with some of the most exquisite views Dartmoor National Park has to offer. This remarkable family home is surrounded by the stunning unspoilt countryside just beneath Haytor, Dartmoor's iconic landmark, on the national park's eastern fringe.It embodies a unique blend of privacy and seclusion, without sacrificing convenience and accessibility. The moorland to the north unfurls into breathtaking landscapes, while the property itself remains within easy reach of essential amenities, thanks to nearby access roads. The Rock Inn, the cosy local village pub, is within walking distance, and the charming town of Bovey Tracey, offering a variety of shops and a farmer's market, is just three miles from the house. Dartmoor National Park, celebrated for its dramatic granite tors, verdant heather-clad moors, and idyllic valleys crisscrossed by streams and rivers, presents an abundance of possibilities for outdoor activities such as walking, horse riding, cycling, and other country pursuits.Approximately 20 miles from the property, the Cathedral city of Exeter offers an extensive array of shops, eateries, cafes, and cultural experiences. Exeter's mainline station ensures a swift journey to London Paddington in just over two hours, while Exeter Airport facilitates travel to a variety of domestic and European locations. Additionally, Newton Abbot's mainline station, about 9 miles away, provides services to London Paddington, making the journey in under two and a half hours.The area is also renowned for its excellent educational institutions, including Exeter School, The Maynard, Stover in Newton Abbot, and Mount Kelly in Tavistock, further enhancing the allure of Blueburn as an exceptional family home within a setting of unparalleled natural beauty. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71660265
Langhill is thought to have originally been built in the early to mid-17th Century for a prosperous local landowner and merchant. The front facade retains much of the original detailing with granite mullioned windows, with hood mouldings and the two-storey pillared porch. It has subsequently been through several iterations, most recently around 2008/9 when the current owners thoroughly refurbished and extended the house into what was then a range of attached barns. The effect is to have created a very striking and beautifully finished country house that offers both entertaining space as well as comfortable and stylish areas for everyday living. The three-storey layout, together with the inclusion of the south wing makes the accommodation very adaptable for multi generation occupation, with the possibility of dividing the 2-bedroom south wing as a separate annexe.The latest refurbishment included upgrading all of the services, bathrooms and kitchen and the creation of the marvellous vaulted garden room that gives way from the kitchen and is overlooked by a mezzanine gallery. The detailing includes some fine oak carving with a oak leaf and acorn motif repeated throughout the house. The adaption of the use of space includes a media room with large screen and sound system, a home office and the useful pentice which doubles as boot room/back hall or protected area to sit and enjoy the view of the front garden.Upstairs the bedrooms are well arranged over the first and second floors and in addition to the bedrooms there is a large sitting room on each of the upper floors.Discretely but conveniently situated off the entrance drive an L shaped range of single storey timber buildings provide outdoor storage and service space. They include two stables and adjoining tack room (now all used for storage) and another building that was designed as a three bay car port but doubles up as a covered party dining area.The gardens and grounds at Langhill are a particularly striking feature that are impressive as soon as the protective entrance gates open to reveal them. An in and out gravel drive provides access to the property and is flanked by well-tended lawns with hedges and specimen trees. At front and rear of the house traditional flower gardens provide the immediate setting for the house. Extending on at the rear a wicket gate gives way to a further area of close mown lawn surrounded by more herbaceous borders and surrounded by neat hedging with strategically placed "windows" opening up the views of the surrounding countryside and high moor beyond. There is also a gravelled seating area that catches the afternoon and evening sun.Hidden next to the flower gardens behind hedging a kitchen garden includes a large greenhouse and raised beds. Beyond again a levelled party lawn is overlooked by a sumptuous Crown pavilion that offers opportunity for outdoor entertaining. It lies beside a small watercourse that also includes a pond and gently descends via a grass path to the parkland beyond.The land forms a single parcel of mainly pasture that surrounds the house and protects its outlook. The enclosures have been well managed and are fenced, gated and watered. They have been occupied for sheep grazing for many years under annual grazing licences. In one of the enclosures there is an old windmill formerly used for pumping water to the house. The fields nearest to the house contain some fine specimen park trees including Scots Pine and Lime trees. There are also areas of recently planted native hardwood species strategically placed in field corners and margins to enhance the wildlife habitat.Langhill is situated on the favoured eastern edge of Dartmoor amidst the beautiful countryside of upland pasture and woods that form the attractive backdrop to the hinterland of the high moor further to the west. It lies discreetly behind two pairs of tall timber electrically operated gates that lead onto the circular gravelled drive. The property lies only a short distance from the moorland town of Moretonhampstead, which is an ancient wool town including some fine buildings including the solid granite alms houses and the impressive St Andrews Church with its imposing tower. Moretonhampstead offers most everyday facilities, health centre and a range of pubs, restaurants and cafes, including the well-regarded White Hart Hotel and the 5* Hotel and Spa at Bovey Castle offers a fine 18 hole golf course in addition to other sports facilities. In the other direction Chagford is renowned as another thriving moorland town and is often regarded as one of the most sought-after towns in the region with its appealing mix of heritage, culture and lively activities and clubs. Exeter is accessible by the very picturesque B3212 or for fast road access the A38 and A30 dual carriageways are both accessible to south and north respectively. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71821130
A listed Jacobean farmhouse that has beenbeautifully restored and extended to create amost appealing country house set in exquisite mature gardens and parkland Entrance hall Pentice 6 reception rooms Master bedroom suite with dressing room and bathroom 6 further bedrooms 5 further bathrooms Potential annexe in south wing Courtyard of outbuildings including stabling, potting shed Modern garden pavilion Enclosed vegetable garden Mature well stocked gardens Walled garden Parkland, orchard and pasture In all about 41¼ acres For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71732288
A remarkable Edwardian family home with elegant proportions and original features. Built in 1902 by Lord Hambledon, son of W.H. Smith, this distinguished country residence is nestled within stunning gardens and grounds with far reaching views from its private and peaceful position.First impressions are superb and the property retains much of its original character, showcasing the finest craftsmanship within a practical and manageable layout. Stepping through the front door, a central reception hall leads into the heart of the home. The spacious reception rooms, bathed in an abundance of natural light, offer a perfect setting for entertaining guests or simply enjoying the surroundings. With high ceilings and large windows framing the views, each room has a superb outlook over the beautiful gardens and grounds to the south of the house.The ground floor combines elegance with practicality, with the back part of the house containing the kitchen, laundry, and working areas. Here, you'll find a balance of modern amenities and the timeless charm of the home'soriginal features.Ascending to the first floor, a generous landing area leads to six well appointed bedrooms, thoughtfully positioned to provide a delightful southerly view onto the meticulously manicured gardens. The principal bedroom is of particular note, with a dressing room and en suite bathroom. The second floor reveals a further attic rooms, offering versatility in use including home office, hobby room or indeed further bedroom accommodation if required.Complementing the main house, is this charming 3-bedroom cottage, complete with two reception rooms and a well-equipped kitchen. This additional residence, situated on a separate title, presents an opportunity for separate living space for extended family or staff or for letting income. This is currently let on an assured shorthold tenancy.Immediately surrounding the house are the formal gardens, which have been thoughtfully designed, providing the ideal setting for outdoor enjoyment and utmost privacy. From the charming view over to the nearby church tower in Moretonhampstead to the productive vegetable garden nestled beside the long private drive, there are numerous areas to explore. Beyond the vegetable garden is the tennis court neatly positioned at one end of the grounds. As you stroll beyond the formal gardens and lawn area, a pathway leads to the outbuildings, including storage barns and stabling, providing ample space for hobbies or storage needs. An arboretum and orchard have been planted, further adding to the tranquillity of the grounds. The gardens offer an idyllic and peaceful area in which to enjoy the surroundings, and integral to the property is the additional grazing land, which stretches to the south of the house.This country house benefits from its convenient location, with a public footpath that crosses the land, offering access on foot to the charming village of Moretonhampstead.Nestled in a peaceful valley at the end of a long private drive on the edge of the picturesque village of Moretonhampstead which can be reached on foot thanks to the foot path leading from the grounds into the village. The property is in a secluded position, whilst being part of this active local community.There is a range of local amenities to cater for everyday needs. Within its winding streets, there is an array of charming cottages, moorland shops, and cafes. The popular and sought-after town of Chagford is just under five miles away and has previously been voted as one of the best rural places to live in Britain by The Sunday Times.Dartmoor National Park is breathtakingly beautiful with stunning unspoilt countryside that offers a wealth of outdoor activities and natural scenery. As one of the UK's largest national parks, Dartmoor is home to an abundanceof wildlife, including wild ponies and rare bird species, as well as an array of picturesque villages and historic landmarks.There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, with hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, and camping all popular pursuits. The park is also famous for its tors, which offer spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newton-abbot-d196284/for-sale_i71446544
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