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Goveton

Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7

Guide Price

£575,000

Ref: EXE260243

A characterful and spacious period home, set within attractive grounds in an elevated rural position

  • 5 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • 2 reception rooms
  • 2,248 square feet
  • Freehold
  • Council Band F
  • Energy Efficiency Rating E

Features at a glance

  • A characterful five-bedroom family home
  • Double garage with floor above
  • Barn with development potential subject to consents
  • Attractive gardens that extend to 1/3 of an acre
  • Located in a picturesque village nestled in a South Hams valley
  • Totnes mainline station c.12 miles

Overview

The Retreat is an interesting property combining in appearance both Victorian and Georgian styles. It has traditional stone walls and a slate roof whilst internally many original features have been retained. There has been extensive work done in recent years including heating and electrical work but there is still plenty of scope to enhance this unique property. Externally there are lovely countryside views from the cottage and from its extensive gardens, which are well stocked with mature shrubs and trees.

The ground floor is entered via a pillared porch with a slate roof and part obscured glazed timber door that opens into a welcoming entrance hall. The heart of the home is the well-proportioned kitchen, featuring a deep-set cottage-style timber casement window, an inglenook fireplace with a classic Aga, built in units and ample space for a family dining table. The principal reception rooms comprise a charming sitting room and separate dining room, both with large sash windows and feature fireplaces. The dining room has direct access to the garden through double-glazed doors, and both rooms could easily be made into one larger reception room if preferred. A generous utility room, dedicated study and useful cloakroom complete the ground floor.

The first floor provides five versatile bedrooms, with fireplaces in the principal bedroom and one further bedroom. The bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and separate cloakroom. The second floor comprises a substantial attic space, offering potential for further development into an additional bedroom if required, subject to the necessary consents.

About the area

Transport

Ivybridge

9.2 miles

Totnes

9.5 miles

Paignton

12.2 miles

Torquay

14.2 miles

Schools

Kingsbridge Primary School 1.4 miles

No rating

East Allington Primary School 1.6 miles

Good

Kingsbridge Academy 2.2 miles

Good

Charleton Church of England Academy 2.3 miles

Good

Food stores

The Family Bakery Kingsbridge LTD 1.7 miles

Convenience store

Balke's Pantry 1.7 miles

Convenience store

Morrisons Daily 1.7 miles

Supermarket

Lidstones Butchers 1.7 miles

Convenience store
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