About this property

A beautifully presented Grade II Listed family home with 2 bedroom annex (established Airbnb) and secluded garden in an historic hamlet within a mile of both the coast and Newton Ferrers waterfront.

Description
Dovecote House is an immensely characterful south facing period house that currently forms a welcoming and most attractive family home with work-from-home facility and holiday letting annexe. Laid out principally over two storeys, and with the existing consent, the intriguing opportunity of developing the large attic studio room, this is also a property that is presented and equipped to modern standards having been the subject of considerable investment over the last five years. Set in the hamlet of Membland this private location is away from traffic, accessed from a private track.

Accommodation
The front door opens into a generous hallway complemented with aged oak floorboards, the well proportioned lounge is accessed from the hallway and features a modern wood burner and traditional fire surround. There are high ceilings, a deep bay window seat and a stylish retro radiator, a constant feature throughout the property. To the other side of the hallway there is a lovely dining room which has similar proportions, and another modern wood burner, making it a great family and entertaining space. This leads on to the brand new modern kitchen, pantry and utility room, all benefiting from brand new flooring throughout. The rear of the property overlooks and opens into a private walled courtyard, with an attractive outbuilding that currently setup as a home office.

Upstairs in the main home there is a large and beautifully appointed main bedroom with fitted wardrobes. There are two bathrooms, one with dressing room/nursery and walk-in shower, the other with a sunken bath. The large second bedroom offers a versatile space and great views of the main garden.

There is a uniquely spacious studio located in the attic that was previously used as a yoga studio. The large beams and the view make this a very flexible room, a section of this large room is currently used for storage. Listed building consent has been granted to access and adapt this space, along with permission to replace the windows throughout with double-glazed timber units.

There is a second front door which leads up characterful stone steps and into the annexe. To the rear is the bathroom and kitchen, which overlook the courtyard, and to the front is the large sitting and dining room space, featuring exposed beams and views over the main garden. There are two generously sized double bedrooms and a storage room which complete the annexe.

Dovecote House has beautiful mature gardens, and two recently laid patios, along with gravel drive and woodland that complement the property and extend to c. 2/3rds of an acre and there is ample parking for four cars outside of the driveway, with room for a carport, STP.

Location
Close to the coast and only a mile from the waterfront of Newton Ferrers, the hamlet of Membland lies in scattered woodland quietly located in the coastal countryside to the South Western corner of the South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Newton Ferrers, and its twin, Noss Mayo, enjoy a range of amenities which includes two churches, primary school, post office, Cooperative store, butchers, chemists, The Dolphin, The Swan and The Ship pubs and a very active yacht club. There are fine cliff top, river, woodland and coastal walks from the property, and Dartmoor National Park is just a short distance away. The historic and vibrant city of Plymouth is within easy commuting distance. Its large university has a number of world class faculties and both medical and dental schools. The outstanding Theatre Royal has a national reputation. There is a regular train service to both London and the north, and ferries running to France and Spain.

Planning Consent
(South Hams District Council reference):1715/21/LBC. Listed building consent for internal reconfiguration, replacement windows and thermal upgrade of roof. Dated 3rd August 2021 and 7th February 2022. Plus Discharge of Condition approved 30th March 2022.

Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG central heating to main house. Electric radiators to annexe. Full fibre broadband (up to 900 mbps).

Viewing
Strictly by prior appointment with the sole agents, Marchand Petit, Newton Ferrers Office 01752 873311.

Directions
From the A379 in Yealmpton, take the B3186 to Newton Ferrers. After approximately 2 miles, take the left turn to Membland/Noss Mayo. At the bottom of the hill, at the head of the creek, turn hard left and proceed to Membland. Upon reaching the old stone buildings on each side of the road continue through the hamlet to turn right into the private track (see "Viewing" above) as signposted to the property.

Mileage
Plymouth 11 miles, A38 9 miles, Kingsbridge 17 miles, Modbury 8 miles (distances approximate)