Description
A handsome period property nestled in a charming sylvan setting, offering extensive accommodation, a substantial formal garden, and a range of outbuildings-all in a rural yet accessible location, creating the perfect countryside retreat. EPC Band: E.
Situation - Located in a superb rural, yet accessible location, the property provides a wonderful escape within the South Dartmoor countryside, its attractive sylvan setting provides a charming backdrop for the property. Situated just a mile away from the village of Liverton which hosts amenities including a highly regarded primary school, village shop and post office as well as access to two public houses, one within the village and one on the outskirts. The property is also situated near to Trago Mills, an excellent shopping centre for garden and household items as well as family entertainment facilities.
The nearby market town of Newton Abbot is 4 miles from the property. This hosts a wealth of shopping and recreational facilities as well as a mainline railway station providing direct access to London Paddington. Its situation also ensures that the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor and the sandy beaches of the South Coast are both easily accessible to the property. Furthermore there is easy access to the A38, just 2 miles from the property, providing access to both Exeter and Plymouth which are 17 and 27 miles away respectively.
Description - Lower Staplehill Farm offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a handsome and characterful period property that is not listed, in a rural yet accessible location. A plaque to the front of the property suggests it dates back to 1834, although its exact age is unknown, but has been remodelled and extended over the years to now offer 2,727sqft across two storeys. Featuring the option for six bedrooms, including a ground floor bedroom, there are also three versatile reception rooms making it highly suitable for family living or those who work from home. In addition to its favourable accommodation, the property is sat within a well proportioned plot that combines an attractive formal garden with a courtyard of traditional outbuildings, that pose opportunity for a range of uses.
Accommodation - Reception space is offered through three spacious and versatile spaces: the sitting room, positioned at the front of the property, boasts a double-glazed sash window overlooking the front garden, an open fireplace, and built-in storage in the recesses. Opposite, a versatile home office features double-glazed windows to the front and side, while offering the possibility to be used as a snug, or playroom. The spacious dining room is a delightful hub of the home, showcasing wooden beams, a wood-burning stove with a slate plinth and surround, and dual-aspect windows.
Situated to the rear of the property is the family kitchen, beautifully appointed with a vaulted ceiling, exposed stone wall, solid wooden flooring, and a range of fitted units. It includes integrated appliances such as a fridge freezer and dishwasher, space for a range cooker, and double-glazed windows to the side and rear. A separate utility room adjoins the kitchen, equipped with additional work units, a sink, and space for laundry appliances. This hallway also provides access to a ground-floor bedroom suite, complete with a vaulted ceiling, sash window to the rear, and a modern en-suite shower room. A door from the bedroom leads to the garden, and another accesses a useful workshop or study space, ideal for hobbies or working from home.
Upstairs, a spacious landing provides access to five further bedrooms. Three are generous doubles, two of which feature ornate fireplaces to add to the property's period charm, while the spacious master bedroom enjoys ample space for storage. The family bathroom offers a freestanding clawfoot bath with a centre tap system, a pedestal wash basin, and part-tiled walls. A separate wet room with a fully tiled shower area completes the first-floor accommodation.
Gardens & Grounds - Outside the property enjoys ample private grounds; the enclosed front garden, laid to lawn and bordered by mature hedges, features a decking area perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. A pathway leads through an opening in the hedgerow to a larger garden at the side of the property, bordered by an attractive stone wall and mature hedging. There is ample off-road parking available on the driveway and within the courtyard of barns.
To the rear of the property, additional garden area offers scope for relaxation and recreation, with sections of lawn, woodland, and natural screening creating a serene and private setting. These extensive grounds are ideal for families or keen gardeners and offer potential for further landscaping. In total, the property's grounds extend to 0.91 of an acre.
Outbuildings - The property benefits from a selection of outbuildings, including two detached traditional farm buildings. In need of some restoration, they offer opportunity for a purchaser to continue using them as agricultural or machinery storage, or provide a possibility for development for either ancillary or holiday let usage, subject to the necessary consents. In 2013, full planning permission was granted for the conversion of these buildings into three holiday let units with a games room. This planning permission has now lapsed, however plans and drawings are still available. For more information, please contract the agents, or search the Teignbridge planning portal quoting the reference 12/03707/FUL.
Services - Mains electricity. Oil fired central hearting. Shared private drainage. Mains water via a private pipe, sub-metered. Ofcom advises that there is standard broadband and limited mobile coverage available to the property.
Local Authority - Teignbridge District Council, Forde House, Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4XX. Tel: 01626 361101. E-mail: info@teignbridge.gov.uk.
Warning - Farms and land can be dangerous places. Please take care when viewing the property, particularly in the vicinity of the farm buildings, as some are in a poor state of repair.
Viewings - Strictly by appointment through the agents.
Directions - From Drumbridges roundabout, take the exit signposted towards Liverton and Bickington. Continue through the village of Liverton for 1.25 miles, passing the village store and Benedicts Garage. After proceeding up the hill, take the first left immediately after the bridge over the A38 onto Staplehill Road. Continue for half a mile, and turn left onto the private road for Lower Staplehill Farm and Singmore and the property can be found immediately on the left hand side.
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