£750,000 /Sale price

A charming period cottage in need of modernisation in over 5 acres. DescriptionCross Park Cottage comes to the market for the first time in 70 years and is a quintessential Devon thatched home, tucked away in the heart of the sought-after village of Manaton, within the Dartmoor National Park. Set amidst beautiful mature gardens with views towards the surrounding hills and moorland, the property combines the warmth and character of a period home with the tranquillity of its idyllic setting.Believed to date back several centuries, the cottage retains much of its original charm, with features including a traditional Aga and and deep-set windows. The interiors offer comfortable accommodation and present an exciting opportunity for modernisation throughout to create a wonderful family home.The reception hall provides access to all of the principal rooms including the dining room, drawing room and kitchen/breakfast room. Further ground floor accommodation includes a lobby area, shower room, utility room and a boiler room.On the first floor the are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Outside, Cross Park Cottage benefits from a range of outbuildings offering storage, workshop and stables. The cottage is surrounded by delightful gardens, enclosed by stone walls and mature hedges. A level lawn provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining and entertaining, framed by colourful borders, shrubs, and established trees. Beyond the garden lie open fields and the dramatic landscapes of Dartmoor, offering a constant connection with the surrounding countryside.LocationCross Park Cottage enjoys a wonderful position in the highly desirable village of Manaton, set on the eastern side of Dartmoor. Manaton is renowned for its picturesque setting, traditional church, and close-knit community. The village is perfectly placed for walking, riding, and exploring Dartmoor's dramatic scenery, including nearby Hound Tor and Haytor.Local amenities can be found in the nearby moorland town of Bovey Tracey, while Chagford and Moretonhampstead provide a broader range of shops, pubs, and restaurants. Exeter, with its excellent cultural, educational, and transport links, is within easy reach via the A38 and A30. Acreage: 5.36 AcresDirections///cashier.spenders.major Additional InfoPlease note the photographs were taken in October 2024.We understand that the property benefits from mains electricity and mains water with private septic tank drainage and oil fired heating. The Aga provides the hot water.