Description
A characterful 1930s detached family home offering spacious accommodation with southerly views, beautifully mature gardens, parking and garage. EPC band C.
Situation - Nestled where the River Dart meets the sea, Dartmouth stands as one of South Devon's most captivating destinations. This picturesque waterside town enchants visitors with its historic cobbled streets, stunning riverside setting, and the gentle hills that embrace the surrounding landscape. The town provides an excellent blend of culture and convenience, featuring an array of independent boutiques, art galleries, pubs, and restaurants. Residents and visitors alike benefit from comprehensive amenities including a medical centre, cinema, library, two swimming pools, leisure centre, and three supermarkets. Dartmouth also proudly houses the prestigious Britannia Royal Naval College, adding to its distinguished maritime heritage. The town's cultural calendar brims with celebrated events throughout the year, from the renowned Dartmouth Music Festival to the spectacular Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta and the acclaimed Dartmouth Food Festival. Dartmouth's location offers the perfect balance of coastal tranquillity and accessibility. The A38 Devon expressway, approximately 19 miles distant, provides swift connections to both Exeter and Plymouth, opening up the wider region. For those seeking London connections, the nearby town of Totnes offers direct rail services to London Paddington.
Description - Yarrow Bank is set in a commanding position offering wonderful far-reaching views over Dartmouth, the River Dart and surrounding countryside. The property is located in a popular, quiet residential area yet is conveniently situated for easy access to the town centre and River Dart. This delightful detached 1930s family home is thoughtfully designed to blend period charm with contemporary family living. The property retains its original character features while providing perfectly proportioned accommodation featuring two south-facing reception rooms with bay windows and wood burners, and an impressive kitchen/dining room beneath a vaulted glass ceiling with exposed beams. Three well-proportioned bedrooms include a principal bedroom with ensuite, complemented by a family bathroom, whilst a substantial loft room offers potential for conversion. Outside, the front provides parking and a single garage whilst the mature rear garden is a true sanctuary with winding pathways through well-stocked borders. Additional parking is available via rear access to Higher Broad Park, completing this exceptional family home that seamlessly blends period charm with modern family living.
Accommodation - Step through the original front door into an elegant central hallway where traditional parquet flooring sets the tone for this characterful home. The rich wooden floor guides you through to two generously proportioned south-facing reception rooms, each designed to capture Dartmouth's stunning vistas through handsome bay windows. Natural light pours in throughout the day, while wood burning stoves provide a focal point for cosy winter evenings, creating the perfect balance of brightness and warmth. At the heart of the home lies an impressive kitchen and dining room that effortlessly combines practicality with style. The well-appointed kitchen offers ample storage through a comprehensive range of floor and wall units, with dedicated space for a range cooker, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. The adjoining dining area is truly exceptional, positioned beneath a magnificent vaulted glass ceiling where exposed beams add architectural interest. This light-filled space transforms everyday meals into memorable occasions. Adjacent to the dining area, a flexible room currently serves as a pantry but offers potential as a snug or study, complete with a Velux window. The ground floor is completed by a highly practical utility room featuring tiled flooring and a convenient side entrance - ideal for muddy boots after coastal adventures. Fitted with space for laundry appliances, plus an additional sink, worktop and storage units, this room proves invaluable for modern family life. A ground floor cloakroom with WC and basin is accessed directly from the utility.
Ascend to the first floor via a split landing bathed in southern light, where you'll discover three well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom and second bedroom occupy the front aspect, each enjoying those same attractive bay windows and far-reaching views across Dartmouth. The main bedroom benefits from a spacious ensuite shower room featuring a large walk-in shower, WC, basin and ample room for storage furniture. The third bedroom, situated to the rear, comfortably accommodates a double bed and includes fitted wardrobes. A family bathroom serves the first floor, complete with bath, separate shower cubicle, WC, basin and heated towel rail. A further staircase leads to a generous loft room illuminated by four substantial Velux windows, offering exciting potential for conversion into additional living space, subject to the necessary planning consents.
Outside - To the front, off-street parking is provided ahead of a single garage, while paved steps ascend to the entrance through beautifully maintained flower beds. Two decked terraces offer delightful spots to enjoy the front aspect and morning sun. The rear garden is accessed via either side of the property and represents a true haven for garden enthusiasts. Gravelled pathways meander through thoughtfully planted borders brimming with mature shrubs and seasonal colour. Productive raised beds cater to the keen vegetable grower, while a garden shed provides essential storage. An elevated terrace, perfectly positioned to capture the warm afternoon and evening sunshine, an idyllic spot for alfresco dining or simply unwinding with a drink as the day draws to a close. Additional convenience comes from rear access to Higher Broad Park, where further on-street parking is available.
Tenure - Freehold.
Services - Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating.
Local Authority - South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE. Tel 01803 861234. E-mail customer.services@southhams.gov.uk.
Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with Stags on 01803 835336.
Directions - From Stags Dartmouth office proceed along Duke Street which becomes Victoria Road. Follow the road up the hill and on the bend turn left. Proceed up the hill and bear right at the top. The property will be found a short distance on the left hand side.
