Bere Alston, Yelverton, Devon, PL20

We are very pleased to market this secluded, Grade II listed Farmhouse located by the banks of the River Tavy, on the Bere Peninsula.

Available for the first time in nearly 100 years, Anderton Farmhouse is listed for sale with its immediate curtilage, including a detached garage and level garden with river frontage. By separate negotiation, there is a further 25 Acres consisting of; open pasture and deciduous woodland, detached, two-storey, unlisted, stone barn and fishing rights.

The main part of the house dates back to the early 17th century, with 19th and 20th century additions. The ground floor includes an entrance porch which leads into the formal dining room which affords exposed beams, fireplace with wood burner and windows overlooking the garden and river. The centre, and original part of the property houses the main living room. This impressive room offers further exposed beams, parquet flooring, inglenook fireplace and an open staircase to the first floor. There is an original, 17th century mullion window which is now internal to the property and offers a glimpse into the past. The kitchen breakfast room in located on the south side of the property and is flooded with natural light from the windows and French doors which open onto the garden. Off the kitchen is a pantry and downstairs W/C. At the rear of the property is a circular rear hall which houses the original staircase and a separate rear scullery.

On the first floor are a total of 4 double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is located above the dining room. This dual aspect room benefits from a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams so is bursting with character. The second bedroom overlooks the front of the property and again benefits from a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. The third bedroom is located at the rear of the property, next to the bathroom and is currently utilised as a storage room. The fourth bedroom is currently open to the landing with a curtain for privacy, a Victorian fireplace, and further vaulted ceiling. The bathroom and separate W/C are located at the rear of the property.

Included within the listing is a block built, open fronted garage which is accessed from the parking area. To the front of the property is the level garden which runs right up to the river's edge. This stretch of the Tavy is gently winding with deeper areas for swimming in the summer months.

The property is heated by the two fireplaces as well as night storage electric heaters. The hot water is supplied via an electric immersion tank. There is a private spring with a collecting tank and a septic tank for drainage. The windows are wooden and single glazed but have been well maintained.