3 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Charming village 1 mile from the coast
- Grade II Listed thatched cottage
- Beautifully presented accommodation of over 1,800 sq. ft
- Range of outbuildings including a shepherds hut
- Solar panels and Storage Battery
- Ample parking
- Set in 1.4 acres
- Wonderful sea and valley views from the paddock
Turtle Fields is an exceptional rural home set in the charming village of Bigbury just 1 mile from the coast. This striking Grade II Listed newly thatched cottage is beautifully presented throughout, full of character with an abundance of style. This 3-bedroom cottage is bright and spacious offering over 1,800 sq. ft of accommodation. The property is set in 1.4 acres with delightful gardens and a paddock, enjoying wonderful valley and sea views, with a collection of outbuildings.
ACCOMMODATION
The entrance hall is accessed from the parking area to the side of the property, an ideal coat and boot room with slate flooring and access to the guest cloakroom. To the right, steps lead up to an impressive triple aspect sitting room, with exposed beams, feature fireplace with an inset wood burner, with a double door opening to a rear terrace. Left of the entrance hall is the kitchen/dining room, front aspect casement windows with an original front entrance to the cottage with stable door and exposed ceiling timbers. The dining area has built-in cupboards and provides stairs to the first floor. The charming kitchen has an array of bespoke units with a breakfast bar, an electric Aga, an induction oven and hob, and space for fridge and freezer. Off the kitchen is a pantry and utility providing space and plumbing for white goods. The west wing of the ground floor is a charming snug/ study with a front aspect casement window, fireplace with alcove shelving, exposed beams and stairs to the first floor.
The first floor is arranged with 3 bedrooms, all with front aspect with wonderful views, casement windows. Bedroom 2 has a feature fireplace, bedroom 3 has fitted wardrobes. 2 bathrooms serve the bedrooms, the main bathroom providing a free-standing roll-top bath, corner shower unit, wc and basin. The second bathroom provides a free-standing bath, wc and basin.
OUTSIDE
Timber gates open to a drive, providing ample parking, with a stone garage/"Linhay" on the right with planning permission in place for ancillary accommodation and/or for holiday rental and a further outbuilding for storage/ potting shed immediately in front. To the rear of the cottage is a charming, enclosed garden with paved areas, perfect for al-fresco dining, with steps leading up to a large area of lawn, with an assortment of trees. Running alongside is a track leading to the paddock. This 'show stopping' green oasis is truly stunning, displaying wildflower meadows and perimeter trees. Within this paddock is a large timber workshop, a wonderful Shepherds hut, currently used as a holiday home and additional accommodation for family and friends. Along with a fabulous area to socialise with views unfolding beyond.
LOCATION
The charming village of Bigbury lies a short drive and wonderful 20-minute walk across fields to the fabulous beach of Bigbury-on-sea, famous for the striking Burgh Island and attractive beaches. The beautiful surrounding landscape incorporates the Bigbury Golf Club and the adjoining River Avon. Half a mile to the north of Bigbury is St Ann's Chapel providing a public house and convenience store.
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Rooms
SERVICES
Mains electrity, mains water and private drainage. Solar panels with battery storage.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Hams District Council. Band F.
TENURE
Freehold.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All other are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.
DIRECTIONS
Turn off the A379 Modbury to Kingsbridge Road at Harraton Cross, a mile from Modbury and follow the signs to Bigbury. When entering the village of Bigbury turn right at the small triangular green. Follow this lane down to the outskirts of the village and take the next turning on the left hand side and Turtlefields can be found on the left hand side.
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