About this property

A very rare opportunity to acquire a wonderfully positioned family house with stunning south facing views nestled in four acres of land, including a paddock, woodland and a superb market garden. Planning permission to extend and re model the existing house have been granted. For Sale By Informal Tender closing date 8th April 12pm

Situated in an elevated position with wonderful south facing views towards the Dartington Estate is this rare opportunity to extend and re model this charming period house. Set in circa four acres of glorious countryside the grounds to Sunnyside Cottage really are the jewel in the crown providing an oasis of self-sufficient calm.

The house is originally an amalgamation of three cottages and consists of a living room with wood burner, dining room, a kitchen / breakfast room, and a large conservatory dining room and guest WC. Upstairs are four bedrooms (three doubles), and a family bathroom. Full planning permission has been granted for a two storey extension 3509/23/HHO

Outside there is off road parking for several cars and a large workshop / garage. An elevated decked area houses a hot tub and swim spa, perfect for taking in the view, which leads to an impressive, landscaped garden area and tree house. Paddocks with a field shelter and an orchard also make up part of the grounds. For any keen gardener the large market garden surrounded by a 10ft hornbeam hedge is a must complete with poly tunnel. A 9mx4m larch framed gardener's cabin provides shelter with double doors to take in the view. At the top of the land a 16ft larch yurt base provides a great place to camp and enjoy the benefits of this wonderful location.

Please note this property is being sold by infomal tender, closing date 8th April 12pm.

Services: Mains electric and water. Private Drainage Mains gas central heating. Solar panels, battery and ev charger.

The popular village of Staverton is located about two miles to the north of Dartington and about 3 miles from Totnes, the commercial centre for this part of Devon. Access to the A38 Devon Expressway is easy, connecting Plymouth and Exeter where it links with the M5. At Totnes there is the mainline railway station with direct links to London. The village lies on the banks of the River Dart and boasts a strong community.

Mileage
Totnes 3 miles Exeter 23 miles Plymouth 20 miles (approximately)