3 bed Barn Conversion

Luscombe Maye

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£650,000

3 bed Barn Conversion

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BR/BA:

3 BR, 3 BA

Location:

Diptford, Devon

Description:

In a secluded valley, with no near neighbours, a magnificent former threshing barn set in 5.8 acres with beautiful panoramic views.
This magnificent conversion of a former threshing barn is quite unique, being located virtually in the centre of it's 5.8 acres, and having glorious views across the surrounding countryside. With no near neighbours, the property is in a truly fantastic location.
The accommodation is arranged on two floors, with the first floor being completely open plan and housing the kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Downstairs there are three double bedrooms, two with en-suite shower rooms, and a luxury family bathroom, utility and dining hall.
Outside the property has landscaped gardens, parking for a number of vehicles, and plenty of space for a garage/stable building (subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents).

HOW TO GET THERE
TQ9 7NQ. From Diptford Village proceed in a southerly direction from the stone cross in the middle of the village, up the hill towards Moreleigh and Kingsbridge. After approximately a mile, at Christone Cross, turn right for Moreleigh and Kingsbridge. After a further a mile at Coombeshead Cross, turn left signposted Murtwell. Proceed along this lane for approximately one mile, passing the turning to the hamlet of Etheridge on the left and Grey Hills Cottage on the right. The entrance to the property will be found some 300m past Grey Hills Cottage on the left hand side. From Harbertonford Village, at Church Green, opposite the Maltsters Arms, leave the main A road and take Woodland Road, signposted Diptford. Continue out of the village for of a mile and at Rolster Bridge fork left signed Diptford and Avonwick. Follow this road passing the farm and up the hill (do not bear left) and the entrance to Primrose Place will be found 50m past Grey Hills Farm on the right hand side.
SITUATION
The property is situated in a truly stunning location with wonderful views the north and east. Being virtually equidistant from the three South Hams villages of Diptford, Harberton and Harbertonford, each with their own thriving village facilities, the property is well placed for access to the wider South Hams. Diptford is a pretty country village situated in the centre of the South Hams and conveniently positioned for access to Totnes and Torbay, and with the A38 at South Brent providing quick access to Exeter and Plymouth. The village, which runs a website at http://www.diptford.org.uk has a parish church, a primary school, a parish hall, a Post Office, and a mobile library service. The nearby village of South Brent includes churches, a primary school, all manner of day to day shops, and a post office, whilst the delightful Elizabethan town of Totnes is within six miles and has a much wider choice of services and facilities including InterCity station and secondary school. The wider South Hams and Dartmoor are host to a large range of recreational pursuits from walking on the moor to sailing off the coast.
THE PROPERTY
This magnificent conversion of a former threshing barn is quite unique, being located virtually in the centre of it's 5.8 acres, and having glorious views across the surrounding countryside. With no near neighbours, the property is in a truly fantastic location. The accommodation is arranged on two floors, with the first floor being completely open plan and housing the kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Downstairs there are three double bedrooms, two with en-suite shower rooms, and a luxury family bathroom, utility and dining hall. Outside the property has landscaped gardens, parking for a number of vehicles, and plenty of space for a garage/stable building (subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents).
SPECIFICATION
* Carpenter oak designed and built with exposed Oak beams, being fully insulated under a slate clad roof
* All timber is English or European Oak, predominantly hand made by the vendor. The staircase and balustrades on the first floor are French Oak reclaimed from a French Chateau
* Radon membranes throughout the ground floor plus sumps in all ground floor rooms
* All internal walls are fully insulated for sound and heat with fire retardant double insulation board
* Full category six cabling to all rooms
* 5 amp lighting system in the living area
* Sky and digital Television system in all rooms
* Oil fire central heating via a Worcester Greenstar boiler with Victorian style radiators and under floor heating in the entrance hall, bedroom 3, bathroom, utility and hallway.
* Full double-glazing with solid Oak windows and doors
ACCOMMODATON
Approached via an Indian stone path from the parking area, a solid Oak bi-folding door, with original metal work found in the barn, opens into the:-
DINING HALL 4.19m(13'9'') x 3.95m(13'0'')
The wide entrance door enables full advantage to be taken of the wonderful views. In addition, on the west side of the hall are double doors, with glazed side panels opening out to the sun terrace. Travertine stone flooring, and polished granite steps to the inner hall. Underfloor heating.
From the Dining Hall a French Oak staircase leads to the first floor and doors to:-
DINING HALL

BEDROOM 1 (NE) 4.07m(13'4'') x 3.42m(11'3'')
Solid oak double glazed windows with easterly views across the valley. Exposed oak beams and walls with oak studwork. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
White suite comprising basin built into vanity unit, bidet and WC. Fully tiled double shower cubicle. Heated towel rail.
BEDROOM 2 (E) 3.86m(12'8'') x 3.64m(11'11'')
Solid oak double glazed window to the east overlooking the garden. Exposed oak timber work. Large built-in wardrobe with oak doors. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Door to:-
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
White suite comprising basin and W.C. Fully tiled shower cubicle. Radiator and heated towel rail. Understairs storage area.
BEDROOM 3 4.02m(13'2'') x 2.89m(9'6'')
Solid oak double glazed window to the west overlooking the terrace and garden. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Underfloor heating.
UTILITY ROOM 2.08m(6'10'') x 1.82m(6'0'')
Range of floor units with polished granite worksurface and drainer inset with Belfast sink. Cupboard housing Worcester Greenstar oil fired boiler and further large cupboard with hot water system and central heating controls. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Solid oak double glazed window to terrace. Underfloor heating.
BATHROOM 2.85m(9'4'') x 2.74m(9'0'')
Travertine stone floor and wall. White suite comprising Aquilisa shower unit with fixed, glazed shower screen, freestanding double ended tap free bath with UV lighting and push button water control, round basin set on vanity unit and WC. Underfloor heating. Stainless steel ladder towel rail.

From the Entrance Hall stairs rise to the first floor:-
OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM 12.45m(40'10'') x 5.05m(16'7'')
Solid Oak floor throughout with Oak double doors opening to the parking area, and Oak window to the north with beautiful rural views. Within this room there is provision for a dining area, and a separate sitting area, with 5 amp ring circuit, spotlighting and T.V. point, as well as a luxury fitted kitchen. The Kitchen comprises an extensive range of Ash joinery made kitchen floor units with polished granite worktops, including a central island unit with drawers and storage cupboards and a useful central pop-up electric unit with four plug sockets. Stoves 6 ring induction range cooker with warming zone, double oven and heating drawer. Integral dishwasher, Hotpoint fridge and freezer. Spotlighting cleverly recessed into the oak roof timbers.
OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM

OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM

OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM

OUTSIDE
Approached via it's own private driveway there is parking for at least three/four vehicles. There would be plenty of space to erect a garage if required and subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.
Surrounding the barn on three sides, the gardens are laid mainly to lawn with well-stocked flowerbeds, and on the west there are natural stone walls full of wild flowers. In addition the hedgerows on the north and east have plenty of natural vegetation including dog roses, elder and honeysuckle. Situated on the western side of the property, with natural stone walling on the three sides, is a terrace, which is accessed from the dining hall within the main house, as well as from the garden and takes full advantage of the sunshine, perfect for alfresco dining. The exterior lighting colour washes the barn walls in the evening.
From the minor Council highway to the south of the property a metalled driveway leads due north with a parallel grass driveway leading into the property for livestock/farm machinery to be able to access the land. The driveway terminates in a car parking area for three/four cars. There is plenty of space for the erection of garaging/stabling/workshop (subject to planning consent). Services are also connected to this area and the bunded oil tank is located here. From the car parking area an Indian stone pathway leads from the south of the garden around to the east providing access to the front door.
THE LAND
The property is situated in the centre of approximately 5.8 acres of pasture and woodland, boarded to the north by a natural stream. The land is suitable for livestock grazing, including horses, cattle and sheep or alternatively, it would be possible to rent out the land with the use of the parallel access track. For those seeking an equestrian property, this property could easily be adapted, with plenty of quiet country lanes for hacking, and ample room to erect stables (subject to obtaining the necessary planning permission).
SERVICES
Mains electricity and mains water are connected to the barn and external points. Bio-digester unit handles the private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
COUNCIL TAX
The property is in band C and the amount payable for 2011/12 is 1,334.57.
VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment through Luscombe Maye South Brent Office. Opening hours Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 9.00am - 1pm. Bespoke appointments outside working hours can be arranged with adequate notice.
FLOORPLAN
Floorplan
FLOORPLAN
land plan

VIEWING Strictly by appointment with the agents. The comments made by the vendor and estate agent are not factual in any way. TENURE The agent has not had sight of the title documents and therefore the buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor as to whether the property is leasehold or freehold. ALL MEASUREMENTS quoted are approximate. THE FIXURES, FITTINGS & APPLIANCES have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. INTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHS are reproduced for general information and it cannot be Inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. COUNCIL TAX & BUSINESS RATES, ETC You are advised to contact the local authority for details. ORDNANCE SURVEY MAPS cCrown copyright 2001. All rights reserved. Based on Ordnance Survey data (not to scale). DRAWINGS/SKETCHES/PLANS/ETC This representation is provided for general guidance and is not to scale. GENERAL DISCLAIMER Every care has been taken with the preparation of these Sales Particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, we will be pleased to check the information for you. These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.

Property Type:

Single-Family Houses

Amenities:

Dishwasher, Parking, Refrigerator, Storage, TV

For sale by:

Agent/Broker

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Posted:

February 17 2011 on Facebook

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