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Buckfastleigh is some two and a half miles away. This tranquil town has a history connected with the woollen industry, but it is best known for the nearby Buckfast Abbey and the South Devon steam railway which runs along the River Dart to the sought-after town of Totnes which is about 10 miles away and known for its Norman castle and eclectic mixture of shops and restaurants.
Ashburton also offers an excellent range of facilities including independent restaurants such as the Old Library as well as coffee shops, a delicatessen, artisan bakery, a fish deli and cookery school. There are also excellent transport links being approximately 7 miles from Totnes and Newton Abbot with their direct rail links to London Paddington and Plymouth. The town also lies just off the A38 Devon Expressway giving easy access to Plymouth and Exeter and the M5 beyond.
THE PROPERTY Step inside and feel the history embrace you. Sitting snugly between two other cottages and nestled high up above the river Mardle, this lovely home is as charming as it is distinctive. Brimming with characterful charm, Coombe Cottage has been a great family home, upgraded and modernised by the current owners in a style in keeping with the cottage‘s age - come and see for yourself why everyone falls in love with this home.
Walk in to the LIVING ROOM and straight away you will feel at home. With a period window to the front elevation and lovely thick walls your eye is immediately drawn to the beautiful stone and timber fireplace with large wood burner set in to the chimney and sitting on a wide slate hearth. Wooden flooring runs throughout the room as well as painted timber beams.
Head through to the KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM with its newly fitted kitchen, in keeping are the cottage-style shaker cabinetry in cream and topped with warm oak worktops. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and hob, wine fridge, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. A period window to the rear gives you glimpses of the river and countryside behind. A walk-in UTILITY cupboard houses the washing machine, tumble dryer and filtration for the private water.
Head up to the FIRST FLOOR where the MAIN BEDROOM sits to the rear of the property - with lovely high ceilings and a superb view, as well as timber beams. The second BEDROOM sits to the front of the property and enjoys a lovely open outlook.
The FAMILY BATHROOM has a modern feel and is beautifully finished with shower over the bath, sink set on to washstand and close coupled WC. There is also an airing cupboard housing the hot water tank.
Continue to the top of the house by taking the paddle stairs to the ATTIC ROOM. Used as an occasional bedroom for guests as well as making a great office, there is a vaulted ceiling and additional storage can be put to good use here. Plans have been drawn up by the current owners showing additional windows that can be requested from the agents.
OUTSIDE A pedestrian path gives access to the property and also leads to the away south facing garden. The garden is located a short distance away from the property itself with steps leading up beside the neighbouring dwelling. Mainly laid to lawn and with planted borders as well as a seating area this is a lovely space to while away the hours. A useful log store and garden shed are also located here.
SERVICES Mains electric, private spring water, shared septic tank drainage.
DIRECTIONS What3Words - envisage.yours.dairy
VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with the award winning estate agents, Sawdye & Harris, at their Dartmoor Office -
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If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you with regard to this property then we advise you to contact us to check this and the availability and make an appointment to view before travelling any distance.
PLEASE NOTE For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings, if there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property. Back to listing
Full details for 2 Bedroom Terraced For Sale in Buckfastleigh
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Description
LOCATION Higher Coombe is a small hamlet situated along the River Mardle. The nearby village of Scoriton is a lovely Dartmoor village with a popular pub, and one of the few farms left in England licensed to sell milk straight from the cow. Close by is the village of Holne, which has a thriving community owned village shop and tea room as well as a village pub whose premises date back to the 14th century.Buckfastleigh is some two and a half miles away. This tranquil town has a history connected with the woollen industry, but it is best known for the nearby Buckfast Abbey and the South Devon steam railway which runs along the River Dart to the sought-after town of Totnes which is about 10 miles away and known for its Norman castle and eclectic mixture of shops and restaurants.
Ashburton also offers an excellent range of facilities including independent restaurants such as the Old Library as well as coffee shops, a delicatessen, artisan bakery, a fish deli and cookery school. There are also excellent transport links being approximately 7 miles from Totnes and Newton Abbot with their direct rail links to London Paddington and Plymouth. The town also lies just off the A38 Devon Expressway giving easy access to Plymouth and Exeter and the M5 beyond.
THE PROPERTY Step inside and feel the history embrace you. Sitting snugly between two other cottages and nestled high up above the river Mardle, this lovely home is as charming as it is distinctive. Brimming with characterful charm, Coombe Cottage has been a great family home, upgraded and modernised by the current owners in a style in keeping with the cottage‘s age - come and see for yourself why everyone falls in love with this home.
Walk in to the LIVING ROOM and straight away you will feel at home. With a period window to the front elevation and lovely thick walls your eye is immediately drawn to the beautiful stone and timber fireplace with large wood burner set in to the chimney and sitting on a wide slate hearth. Wooden flooring runs throughout the room as well as painted timber beams.
Head through to the KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM with its newly fitted kitchen, in keeping are the cottage-style shaker cabinetry in cream and topped with warm oak worktops. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and hob, wine fridge, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. A period window to the rear gives you glimpses of the river and countryside behind. A walk-in UTILITY cupboard houses the washing machine, tumble dryer and filtration for the private water.
Head up to the FIRST FLOOR where the MAIN BEDROOM sits to the rear of the property - with lovely high ceilings and a superb view, as well as timber beams. The second BEDROOM sits to the front of the property and enjoys a lovely open outlook.
The FAMILY BATHROOM has a modern feel and is beautifully finished with shower over the bath, sink set on to washstand and close coupled WC. There is also an airing cupboard housing the hot water tank.
Continue to the top of the house by taking the paddle stairs to the ATTIC ROOM. Used as an occasional bedroom for guests as well as making a great office, there is a vaulted ceiling and additional storage can be put to good use here. Plans have been drawn up by the current owners showing additional windows that can be requested from the agents.
OUTSIDE A pedestrian path gives access to the property and also leads to the away south facing garden. The garden is located a short distance away from the property itself with steps leading up beside the neighbouring dwelling. Mainly laid to lawn and with planted borders as well as a seating area this is a lovely space to while away the hours. A useful log store and garden shed are also located here.
SERVICES Mains electric, private spring water, shared septic tank drainage.
DIRECTIONS What3Words - envisage.yours.dairy
VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with the award winning estate agents, Sawdye & Harris, at their Dartmoor Office -
Email -
If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you with regard to this property then we advise you to contact us to check this and the availability and make an appointment to view before travelling any distance.
PLEASE NOTE For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings, if there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property. Back to listing
