Widecombe-In-The-Moor, Newton Abbot

A unique opportunity to acquire a detached bungalow ripe for modernisation on the edge of one of Dartmoor's most favoured villages in a plot of over a quarter of an acre. EPC Band: C.

Situation - The property is situated in the picturesque village of Widecombe In-The-Moor; with its distinctive tower reputed to be the tallest of any church in Devon and known as the 'Cathedral of the Moor'. Widecombe has a desirable primary school, Sexton’s Cottage Dartmoor Gallery & Gifts, a tennis court, cafes, and two pubs including the award winning Rugglestone Inn.

The beauty and splendour of the moorland around Widecombe-in-the-Moor is well known and this property is well placed to take advantage of the excellent recreational and sporting facilities in the area, including extensive walking, riding, shooting, hunting, golf and water sports. The award-winning Gidleigh Park Hotel is just over eight miles away. Bovey Castle is just six miles away and has a championship golf course and superb spa facilities.

Description - Smoothmoor is a perfect example of a 1970's moorland bungalow, now in need of refurbishment and provides a wonderful opportunity for a purchaser to put their own stamp on. In an enviable edge of village location with the property enjoying superb views across the surrounding moorland while retaining its easy access to local amenities, the property boasts an idyllic balance of a rural lifestyle in the heart of a strong local community. The property is being offered with no onward chain.

Accommodation - Situated across a single storey the property offers accommodation extending to 910sqft. Currently the property enjoys reception space between kitchen/dining and a separate reception room, with the reception room serving as an ample sitting room with a large window overlooking the surrounding countryside and an ornate fireplace; permission was granted for a conservatory extension to the sitting room to provide additional reception space that was not completed. The kitchen features a range of wall and predominantly base units with space for appliances as well as a dual aspect.

The properties two double bedrooms are situated on the western side of the house with the master bedroom enjoying a southerly aspect overlooking the surrounding moorland, while the guest bedroom, also double in size, has an outlook to the rear of the property. In addition, there is an office which provides space for a third single bedroom should it be required. Servicing the bungalow is a family bathroom comprising a bath, wash basin, WC and airing cupboard, while from the hallway is access into the properties loft.

Outside - From the road there is a driveway and off-road parking for multiple cars while the path continues to the rear of the property where there is an outbuilding; used in the past as a store and a workshop, it provides a versatile outside space for a variety of uses.

The plot extends to the west, rising up to a lawn area of garden which extends to the end of the plot. This expansive lawn space provides a wonderful opportunity to landscape the garden to a purchasers taste. In total, the plot extends to 0.285 of an acre.

Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Ofcom advises that superfast broadband and limited mobile coverage from the major providers is available at the property.

Planning Permission - Planning permission was granted in 2014 for the erection of a conservatory to the front of the dwelling, this was never completed but the area was cleared ready. At this time, no confirmation has been given by the local authority that these works has begun and it should be assumed that this permission has now lapsed. More information can be found via Dartmoor National Parks planning portal by quoting the reference number "0472/14".

Local Authority - Teignbridge District Council, Forde House, Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4XX. Tel: . E-mail: .
Dartmoor National Park Authority, Parke, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13 9JQ Tel: Email:

Directions - From Bovey Tracey proceed on the B3387 towards Widecombe-In-The-Moor for 6.5 miles, passing Haytor and Rippon Tor rocks and the Moorlands hotel. Drop into the village down Widecombe Hill, once in the village, proceed past the village green and follow the road to the left past The Old Inn. Continue for a quarter of a mile passing the primary school where the property can be found on the right hand side.

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