Droridge Lane, Dartington

SITUATION 

Dartington is a popular village within walking distance of Totnes along foot and cycle paths. It has a good range of facilities including a fine Victorian parish church, built from materials from a previous church at Dartington Hall, a post office/general stores, primary school, community centre, garage and public house. There is also a playing field, a nature trail along the attractive Bidwell Brook and the popular Cider Press Centre. The village is best known for Dartington Hall, its literature festivals and the many cultural facilities and events that it offers. The A38, within ten minutes' drive, connects to the M5 at Exeter.

DESCRIPTION 

Luscombe Maye are delighted to bring to market this detached four bedroom home, situated in a fantastic plot in the very sought after village of Dartington. The plot has been owned by the same family since 1946, making this the first time Redlake Cross Cottage has been on the market. The property briefly comprises of living room, kitchen/diner, separate dining room, three double bedrooms and loft room. 

Entering the property, the porch allows space for coats and shoes with the entrance hall providing access to the principal rooms of the house. The living room is situated at the front of the property and is complimented by a central wood burner and large window overlooking the front garden and driveway. The sociable kitchen-breakfast room has a range of matching floor and wall units and space for a family dining table. There is inset sink with drainer unit and the kitchen is well equipped with a number of appliances including mid-level double oven, 4 ring electric hob, space for fridge freezer and larder cupboard. A more formal dining room could also be utilised as a study or snug area and leads through to the master bedroom suite.

The master bedroom is generous in size with a divided dressing area and complimented by views of the trees surrounding. There is also a large ensuite bathroom fitted with WC, hand basin, shower unit and corner bath. An external door leads down to the rear garden and garage.

Ascending a few stairs there are a further two double bedrooms with dual aspect and fitted storage space. A family bathroom is fitted with WC, hand basin, and corner shower. 

A spiral staircase takes up to the loft room that is flooded with light from the Velux and south facing windows. This versatile room can be utilised as a hobby room, study or additional bedroom.

Approaching the property, a driveway framed by lawn either side leads up to the large integral double garage that also houses a utility room with worktops, sink and drainer with space for washer and dryer. There is also an outside toilet.
The gardens at Redlake Cross Cottage are a true delight and wrap around the house creating different areas to enjoy. To one side is a more natural area with a pond and summer house and to the rear of the house is a fabulous vegetable patch with a timber shed, composting area and greenhouse, perfect for those who wish to grow their own fruit and vegetables. The garden is bordered with plants, shrubs and bushes and has a gate at the rear of the property that leads to The Cott Inn and into the centre of Dartington. Other areas of decking and patio are situated at the front of the property where you can enjoy the sun all day. 

SERVICES 

Oil & electric central heating. Mains water, drainage and electricity connected. 

TENURE 

Freehold

VIEWINGS 

Viewing strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye

LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Hams District Council. Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE

Council Tax Band F

DIRECTIONS 

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LETTINGS 

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please contact Andrew or Alex on or to discuss our range of bespoke services.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

As part of our transparency policy, we request our sellers fill out a Property Information Questionnaire.  This information can be provided to you.  However, we recommend that you verify any information given during the conveyancing process

CONSTRUCTION 

The property is understood to be of  standard construction. 

PARKING 

The property has ample parking and further parking in front of the double garage.