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DESCRIPTION

Luscombe Maye are delighted to bring to market this charming two bedroom plus mezzanine floor 3rd bedroom, countryside home situated in 2.5 acres of land less than a 15 minute drive from Totnes town. The property enjoys a multitude of outbuildings, poly tunnels, orchard, garden growing space and communal areas in addition to the paddocks and stables.

Stepping into the property, the bright entrance hall situated in the heart of the home leads to the principle rooms. The farmhouse style open plan kitchen dining room is complimented by solid oak flooring and considered a great social space to be enjoyed by all. The kitchen currently comprises of multiple freestanding units including a large kitchen island piece, with space and plumbing for a Belfast sink and Rangemaster. There is also a dining area with double doors that open onto the front decking and enjoys large windows that allow for natural light to fill the room. The living room is generous in size and benefits from a focal fireplace with wood burner and French doors that lead out onto the landscaped garden. Ascending the spiral staircase is a mezzanine floor bedroom with far reaching countryside views and considered a versatile space situated above the living room. A large cupboard perfect for coats and shoes and a family bathroom comprising WC, hand basin and shower unit completes the downstairs accommodation.

The first floor landing opens onto two double bedrooms, both beautifully decorated with built in wardrobe space and views across the Hemsford landscape. Both bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom fitted with WC, hand basin and bath with shower above.

The outbuildings and landscaped garden are an impressive feature of the property. Surrounding the house is a decking area with a central pond, space for outdoor seating and sauna room, there is also opportunity to continue the carefully landscaped outside space if desired please ask agent for CAD drawings . The top corner of the garden houses raised beds, store and potting shed perfect for growing your own fruit and vegetables.

Situated on the other side of the driveway is the approximate two acre grounds with workshop, cabin, stables and polytunnel. The workshop is a practical space with concrete flooring and electric available. The handcrafted cabin is a tranquil and creative space fitted with log burner, wooden flooring and serviced by a separate composting toilet.

The equestrian facility comprises timber clad barn that houses three internal loose boxes, one being mare and foal box tack room with concrete yard and field gate access from the driveway to the field. Behind the outbuildings, the field runs down to the river and hosts the freestanding 3.84 kw solar panels that is on the full government FIT feed in tariff until 2037 and generates electricity for the dwellings. There is also a high grade polytunnel and further raised vegetables beds, perfect for those who like to grow their own food.

The Hemsford estate also has a communal tennis court and paddock that you have full access too.

HEMSFORD

This rural hamlet is situated near the village of Littlehempson which is situated just over a mile to the north east of Totnes. Located alongside the River Hems, a tributary of the Dart, and tidal up to Littlehempston Bridge, the village has a rural character, two pubs and its parish church of St John The Baptist. The village and surrounding countryside are within an area of great landscape value. Totnes is known as an Elizabethan town but has much earlier origins with a castle, a wonderful position on the River Dart and a main line railway station for quick access to Paddington. The town has a well regarded community college, full range of shops, a weekly market and a wide choice of cultural facillites. The area is host to a variety of cultural, recreational and sporting pursuits Dartmoor, the South Hams and the South Devon coastline are all within easy reach and both Exeter and Plymouth are within half an hour s drive.

FURTHER INFORMATION

As part of our transparency policy, we request our sellers fill out a Property Information Questionnaire. This information can be provided to you. However, we recommend that you verify any information given during the conveyancing process.

SERVICES

Electric heating. Mains water and electricity connected plus solar panels. Shared private drainage to a sewage treatment plant. Please note all the outbuildings are served by mains electricity and there is mains water throughout the land.

CONSTRUCTION

The property is understood to be of brick, stone and timber construction with slate roof.
There is recent planning permission to extend from the kitchen to create an additional room at the front of the house.

PARKING

There are two allocated parking spaces in the communal area, in addition to the ample parking onsite.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Teignbridge District Council. Brunel Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 4XX. Tel .

Council Tax Band D

TENURE

Freehold with common managed areas.

Service charge £1,110.48 pa includes upkeep and care of communal facilities areas

LETTINGS

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please contact Andrew or Alex on or to discuss our range of bespoke services.

VIEWINGS

Viewing strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye

DIRECTIONS

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