Berry Pomeroy, Totnes, Devon

Formerly a farm workers cottage for the Duke of Somerset Estate this attached 3 bedroom character family home comes with a detached 1 bedroom self-contained annex, and is all within spacious gardens with an open aspect and stunning views over the surrounding countryside to the moors beyond.

The cottage is approached up a sweeping driveway that leads to a large parking area bordered by a post and rail fence. One enters directly into the large bright L shaped kitchen/breakfast room with dual aspect and practical tiled flooring. The kitchen has recently been replaced in a traditional style with plenty of floor and wall units, a large island breakfast unit with drawers and storage space, integrated electric hob, eye level double ovens and integrated separate fridge and freezer. There is a Belfast sink and the worktops are of practical black marble throughout with striking effect. The dining area has some exposed stonework and an original feature fireplace there is also a door from here through to the reception room.

The glorious sunroom leads off the kitchen and has a large bay picture window to the front with breathtaking views, there are French windows to the side which lead out to a sunken patio area. From here a door leads to the small Guest WC with stained glass internal window, and then double doors lead through to the cosy main reception room with striking inglenook fireplace and wood burner. This lovely room is at the heart of the house and perfect for those cold dark winter evenings. Off this there is a step up to a further reception/ideal home office.

On the first floor is the master bedroom with en suite bathroom and two further lovely light double bedrooms. They all benefit from great views plus also have plenty of fitted wardrobes and generous storage space. There is also a fully tiled family bathroom with walk in shower and two airing cupboards.

The one bedroom annex has good ceiling heights and a tiled floor throughout. You enter directly into the kitchen/reception room which has a fully fitted kitchen with lovely wooden worktop and integrated hob, oven, fridge and freezer. Thers is plenty of space for a dining table and sofas and there is a small wood burner on a raised slate plinth. French windows lead to the side terrace with plenty of space for a table and chairs.

The double bedroom overlooks the front and benefits from the far reaching views, and it is fitted with large built in wardrobes. The bathroom is fully tiled with a large walk in shower and heated towel rail. This makes a perfect holiday let or offers useful additional living space for a relative or guests.

Outside
The cottage is approached via a sweeping driveway, bordered by a post and rail fence that leads to a large gravelled parking area where there is a shed, woodstore and pre-fab garage/workshop.

The garden which is mainly laid to lawn has various flower beds with mature shrubs, a duck pond and an ornamental pond, together with three patio areas – two for the house at either side of the property and one for the annex. There is also a side lawn that extends to the roadside and which provides pedestrian access onto the main road. However to reach Totnes the best approach is via the footpath to the rear which comes out onto the road where there is a pavement.

Situation
Old Appleyard is near to the small ancient village of Berry Pomeroy dating back to 13th Century which still has the ruins of the old Castle. The village has a popular primary school with a Ofsted ‘good’ rating. Nearby and within a 20 minute walk is Totnes, a medieval market town surrounded by the beautiful rolling countryside of the South Hams and known for its rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture. Totnes offers a range of amenities, including restaurants, bars, pubs, and independent shops. The town enjoys excellent public transport links, including its own train station with connections to London, Exeter and Plymouth. Accessible by car via the nearby A38 Totnes is a welcoming community and a sought after place to live.

Services: House - Main gas, water and electricity. Private drainage to septic tank. Gas central heating

Annex - Electric underfloor heating, mains water and electricity, private drainage.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax: E

Directions - From Totnes take the A385 towards Torquay going up Bridgetown Hill and leaving town. Shortly along her turn left onto the Totnes Road for Berry Pomeroy, and then almost immediately left again and follow signs to Old Appleyard at the end of the drive.