Property description
Tavistock Tavistock is a thriving market town adjoining the western edge of the Dartmoor National Park. Amenities include a hospital, bustling Pannier Market and a full range of schools both State and Private. Indeed Tavistock can claim to have everything adding up to a quality of life which would be hard to rival.
property An attractive and well proportioned attached country cottage with pleasant gardens, convenient parking and versatile accommodation. The property, rebuilt thirty years on the site of a farm worker's cottage, has been thoughtfully constructed to achieve the perfect blend of modern comforts such as double glazing and central heating alongside attractive features such as beamed and vaulted ceilings, exposed stone walls, flagstone flooring, woodburning stove, restored Aga and column radiators.
entrance hall Accessed via part multi pane glazed wooden door with fitted mat well, charming beamed ceilings, useful understairs storage cupboard, decorative column radiator, ornate stained glass window to shower room, wall light, stairs rise to first floor landing, doors off to downstairs accommodation.
shower room Beautiful white suite comprising fully tiled corner shower enclosure with glazed door and mains Mira Fina shower over, low flush WC, contemporary sink with mixer tap set upon a stylish wooden vanity unit, column radiator, underfloor heating, beamed ceiling, extractor fan, wall light, stained glass window to hall with blind, part tiled walls.
sitting room 18' 3" x 14' 3" (5.581m x 4.363m) Well proportioned triple aspect room with double glazed windows to front and sides with the side window having a deep sill and overlooking the gravelled front courtyard, handsome feature stone fireplace housing wood burning stove sat on a slate hearth, exposed stone walls, beamed ceiling, column radiator, BT point.
dining room 15' 11" x 12' 5" (4.863m x 3.803m max) An airy room which opens into the recess to provide ample space for dining and entertaining, double glazed window to side, column radiator, beamed ceiling.
kitchen/breakfast room 16' 8" x 15' 10" (5.099m x 4.828m) Spacious room forming the hub of the home with a beautifully restored four oven Aga complete with dual hotplates and accompanying warming plate with wooden lintel over, matching range of kitchen units with square edge granite work surfaces over, glass fronted display unit, Belfast sink with charming taps, under counter fridge and dishwasher, beamed ceiling, reclaimed flagstone flooring, door and double glazed window to front with seat overlooking gravelled courtyard, utility cupboard, stairs to separate first floor bedroom and bathroom, door to:
utility room/summer kitchen 6' 11" x 6' 10" (2.121m x 2.104m) Fitted with a matching range of base units with roll edge work surfaces, Belfast sink with attractive mixer tap and wooden drainer, mosaic tiled splashbacks, Stoves electric double oven and four ring lpg hob cooker, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, wall mounted Grant oil fired boiler, part vaulted ceiling, double glazed windows to side and rear, column radiator, beamed ceiling, wooden stable door to rear.
first floor landing Accessed from hall via dog leg staircase with window to side and exposed stonework, wall light, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames and roof storage access over bedroom three, doors off to bedrooms and bathroom.
bedroom two 18' 2" x 14' 3" (5.556m x 4.359m) Dual aspect room with double glazed windows to front and side offering rural views, column radiator, wall lights, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames, two BT points.
bedroom three 17' 5" x 12' 8" (5.332m x 3.869m) Dual aspect room with double glazed windows to side and rear overlooking the garden, exposed stone wall, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames, airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder, column radiator, fitted hobby bench, wall lights.
bathroom Beautiful white suite comprising panelled keyhole bath with mains shower, separate hand held shower and mixer taps, tiled surrounds, low flush WC, his and hers contemporary circular sink units with mixer taps set into wooden vanity unit, column radiator, double glazed window to side, large Velux window over, part wood panelled walls, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames.
secondary landing Accessed via kitchen/breakfast room with wall light and doors off to bedroom and bathroom.
bedroom one 17' 4" x 17' 2" (5.287m x 5.234m into recess) A versatile and generously proportioned room with exposed stone wall, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames, column radiator, wall lights, double glazed window to front with deep sill overlooking front gravel courtyard, spacious over stairs storage cupboard.
bathroom Beautifully rustic suite comprising freestanding roll top bath set on tiled flooring with hand held shower attachment, wall mounted wash hand basin with reclaimed taps, high level WC with reclaimed cistern, column radiator, double glazed window to rear, vaulted ceiling with exposed 'A' frames, roof storage access, wall lights, shaver point.
outside The property offers a pretty and enclosed gravel front courtyard which provides an enjoyable seating area from which rural views can be enjoyed. Additionally, to the front is a single parking space which has immediate access to the property, perfect for unloading the shopping.
Continuing around the to the rear of the property is an off road parking area set in front of the garage, offering parking for multiple vehicles. A small strip of land is found to the left of the garage housing the oil tank. The rear gardens are accessed via a set of gates which opens on both sides to provide entrance for trailers and other larger items. Undoubtedly a feature of the property, the charming rear gardens are mostly laid to lawn and are totally enclosed with fencing and hedges. A path leads down to the kitchen, with a small pond found opposite. The garden enjoys a sunny aspect and hosts a variety and shrubs, bushes and small trees. The garden extends to the east into a gravelled seating area which is flanked by flowering beds and small trees. Beyond this is well equipped gardener's corner which is complete with two timber storage sheds, covered wood store, log preparation area with electricity and compost area.
garage 17' 9" x 10' 5" (5.411m x 3.186m) Accessed via double part multi glazed wooden doors with power and lighting, window to garden and opening to:
studio 10' 4" x 10' 3" (3.159m x 3.125m) A versatile space with two Velux windows and pedestrian door to garden which could be used as a continuation of the garage to form a large workshop, or separated to be used as an artist's studio or office.
directions From Tavistock's Bedford Square proceed along Plymouth Road to the Sir Francis Drake roundabout, taking the first exit and continuing on Plymouth Road. Take the right hand turn just before the mini roundabout, continuing past Tavistock College. Follow the road for two and half miles, continuing past the recycling centre and under the railway bridge, eventually taking the gradual right turn onto a single farm lane leading past the property, which is found on your right hand side.
services Mains electric and water. Septic tank drainage. Oil central heating.
outgoings We understand the property is in band 'F' for council tax purposes by internet enquiry with West Devon Borough Council.
viewing By appointment with Gibbs Kirby on .
floor plan disclaimer These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale.