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Waterhead House Kingswear
Waterhead House Dining Area
Guide price£1,500,000
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5 bedroom detached house for sale

Waterhead House, Brixham Road, Kingswear
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Detached house
5 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: D*
3,390 sq ft / 315 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
Broadband: Super-fast 35Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Mains supply
Heating: Oil, Wood burner
Electricity: Mains supply
Sewerage: Private supply
Obligations: There are obligations on this property
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Principal Bedroom Suite With Dressing Area, Shower Room And Private Balcony With Superb Views
  • Ample Parking For Multiple Vehicles
  • Mature Private Gardens With Stunning Creek & River Views Ideal For Entertaining
  • Spacious And Modernised Victorian Former Station Master’s Family Home With Superb Uninterrupted Views
  • Large Open Plan Contemporary Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Plus Utility
  • Spacious And Bright Living Room With Covered Veranda And Decked Patio

This beautiful detached Victorian family home, formerly the Station Master's house, is set within tranquil mature grounds, This grand home has been refurbished and extended to an excellent standard, offering an exquisite blend of period charm and contemporary features.

Standing statuesque in its elevated position at the end of Waterhead Creek allowing for stunning, uninterrupted views over the Creek, River Dart, Darthaven Marina and Dartmouth beyond.

An intriguing, wide, Driveway lined with trees, leads to the private Parking Area for the house. A charming pathway then guides you to the side of the home, where a lovely Porch adorned with stained glass invites you to enjoy the tranquillity after a delightful countryside walk.

Step inside to a grand Entrance Hall that doubles as a Dining Room, bursting with character and charm. The focal point is the original Victorian fireplace, which adds a sense of warmth and history to the space. A handy Cloakroom provides ample storage for coats, while a convenient ground floor WC adds practicality. Beyond this, you’ll find the Snug—a cosy spot perfect for curling up and watching a movie with the family.

The Living Room is a glorious space designed for enjoying magnificent views. Two sets of large French doors open onto the Veranda, allowing light to flood into this grand room.

High ceilings and a feature fireplace enhance the sense of grandeur. The room is spacious enough to be divided into two zones by the furniture: one end serves as a sitting area, while the other functions as a Library/Music Room.

Leading off the Living Room, we are welcomed into a stunning contemporary Kitchen, a unique extension designed to maximize both light and views. The varying heights of the vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere.

The Kitchen has high-quality built-in appliances and ample storage, while a sleek granite worktop curves elegantly to form a practical breakfast bar. A nearby Utility Room keeps laundry out of sight and provides access to the garden.

The real showstopper is the fantastic Dining Area, nestled between two entire walls of glazing. This superb space is perfect for enjoying dinners with friends whilst taking full advantage of the home's unique position between river and countryside.

Ascend the traditional Staircase to the first floor, where four spacious Bedrooms, a Bathroom, and a WC await. Each Bedroom is generously sized, comfortably accommodating double or king-sized beds and ample wardrobe storage.

Large sash windows in Bedrooms 2 and 3 frame picturesque views of the river, while Bedrooms 4 and 5 offer equally enchanting verdant vistas of the Garden and surrounding woodland.

The Family Bathroom is a luxurious retreat, featuring a unique layout that accommodates both a corner bath and an expansive walk-in shower.

The top floor houses a superb Principal Suite, featuring a fully glazed A-frame, stylish vaulted ceilings, and exposed beams that lend it a captivating charm. The eaves provide ample storage, while the Dressing Room and Ensuite Shower Room enhance the luxurious ambience.

We are drawn towards to the French doors leading to the covered Roof Terrace. Whether savouring a quiet morning coffee or enjoying an intimate evening under the stars, this private space is the perfect retreat to unwind and soak in the beauty of your unique surroundings.

The glorious garden offers a private oasis of tranquillity, perfectly complementing the beauty of the home. A full length decked Terrace provides the ideal spot for alfresco dining or relax with your guests as the sun sets on the characterful Veranda before retiring to the Living Room beyond it.

Winding pathways create an inviting journey through the garden's mature landscaping. A sheltered Lawn provides a perfect place for quiet reflection bordered by an abundance of shrubbery adding bursts of colour and texture.

This outdoor haven promises a sanctuary of peace and seclusion, just a stone's throw from the scenic creek from which the property takes its name.

Postcode: TQ6 0BA

Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Band F

EPC Rating: D

Local Authority: South Hams District Council

Access: Sloped Driveway And Steps To Front Door

Broadband Speed: Up to average 80mbs

Mobile Coverage: Good

Mains: Water & Electricity Heating: Oil Fired Central Heating & LPG Gas Fire In Living Room

Drainage: Private

Parking: Gravelled Parking Area For 5 Cars.

Transport: Paignton (8 miles) for mainline trains to London A38 Devon Expressway - 8 miles

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About The Area:

Kingswear is a picturesque village on the east bank of the River Dart in the South Hams area of outstanding natural beauty. This sunny spot, both in terms of its weather and residents, is the ideal place to relax or enter into the vibrant spirit of the local community. Get involved in the yacht club or Darthaven marina, take a stroll along the South West Coastal Path visiting stunning local beaches or take refuge in one of the pubs or cafes in the village. There’s also a local store and post office as well as the traditional steam train for an idyllic trip along the River Dart plus regular bus services to the local area. A short trip across on the ferry gives easy access to Dartmouth with its myriad of shops and boutiques, as well as numerous restaurants, cafes and inns. Kingswear truly is a place to enjoy, so come and see what properties we have to offer and make your dream of a home by the sea a reality.

The Coastal House use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of The Coastal House has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor. Floor plan not to scale and for illustrative purposes only. Coastal House Ltd Registered Office: 14 Mayors Avenue, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9NG Registered in England & Wales: No 9447216


EPC Rating: D

Rooms

Garden
Mature terraced gardens to the front and sides of the home with lawned ad planted areas.

Front Garden
Large decked terrace to the front of the property with magnificent views. Also a charming Veranda accessed from the Living Room on which to enjoy the same views in all weathers.

Garden
Large veranda off the principal bedroom with stunning elevated views

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    The Coastal House is an estate agency specialising in the sale of Coastal Properties . We deal exclusively with houses and apartments on or near the coast or waterside. All of the properties are located within the South West of England.  The Coastal House’s expertise in coastal & waterside houses makes us a unique estate agency. Our exceptional understanding of coastal properties allows us to better meet the requirements of both buyers and sellers.

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