Beautifully presented – Courtyard Garden – Outbuilding storage – Character features – Large bedroom – Loft room – Town centre location – Gas central heating – Grade II listed – EPC D

Location
Buckfastleigh is a small market town situated beside the A38 Devon Expressway, providing a direct link to the cites of Plymouth and Exeter as well as the M5, which makes it a great location for commuters. The town itself has a Primary school, Health centre, Post office, Newsagent and Co-Operative store, along with a variety of cafes, shops and pubs.

The town offers a wide range of tourist attractions, such as an open air swimming pool, the historic Buckfast Abbey and grounds, Dart Rock climbing centre, Pennywell Farm, the Butterfly and Otter sanctuary and the South Devon Railway.

The Norman town of Totnes is approximately 7 miles away providing a wide range of amenities and shops, including a mainline railway station getting to London Paddington in approximately 3 hours.

Description
This beautiful one bedroom, Grade II listed cottage sits in the centre of Buckfastleigh. The property is immaculately presented and benefits from a private courtyard garden, updated gas central heating and an additional loft room with potential to be converted into a second bedroom (subject to necessary permissions). Located within walking distance of all the local amenities, including convenience store, post office, primary school and medical centre.

As you enter the property you are greeted by the main living room which has a very light and airy feel, due to the large sash window at the front. This room is full of character features including a recently laid slate floor, exposed woodwork and a large fireplace, complete with a new gas log effect fire.

The kitchen sits at the back of the property. It is a sympathetic yet modern design, and enjoys views of the courtyard from the large picture window. There is a bespoke sink unit, along with the addition of two large storage cupboards. The current owner will be including in the sale the washer/dryer, fridge/freezer and gas range cooker which are all brand new and have not been used. There is also space for a good sized four seater dining table.

From the kitchen you can access the courtyard garden via the back door. This space is very private and has new fencing, with a low maintenance gravel finish. The courtyard offers space for a small table and chairs, as well room for potted plants and climbers, it also benefits from a good amount of sunshine, due to being South West facing. In addition to the courtyard, there are also two good sized outbuildings, perfect for storing outdoor equipment and bikes.

Upstairs there is a light bright master bedroom with large sash window to the front, this room is a generous size, with plenty of space for freestanding furniture, and comes with beautiful stripped wooden floors.

On the first floor you also have the large bathroom, which has a modern white suite, along with both a bath and large shower cubicle complete with Mira shower. There is also the benefit of additional large storage cupboard.

From the bathroom you access the additional loft room, this is a versatile space and could be used as a dressing room, home office or simply for storage. There is also potential to convert into a second bedroom (subject to necessary consents).

This property is beautifully and sympathetically restored by the current owner and has to be seen to be fully appreciated, as pictures cannot do it justice. A viewing is highly recommended.

Tenure
Leasehold – Circa 1000 – This is an historical lease, freeholder is unknown. There is no ground rent or maintenance charges. Owner is responsible for the property as if it were freehold.

Services
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage

Council Tax Band
A

Local Authority
Teignbridge District Council

Viewing Arrangements
Strictly by appointment with agent

Council Tax
Teignbridge District Council, Band A

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.