5 bedroom detached house for sale

Ash House is an outstanding property in a wonderful position with views over the beautiful gardens with farmland beyond. The house was requisitioned by the Americans c.1944. The gardens include a WWII air raid shelter with 1940 etched over the door. We understand that Eisenhower used the house as one of his outlying command posts during the DDAY training exercises at Slapton.

The property has an impressive 175m sweeping drive via a superb gated entrance. The house boasts outstanding reception space and retains much character and many original period features. The attractive country kitchen with an AGA features an adjacent utility room. On entering the property there is a large central hall leading to the key receptions rooms including the dining room and drawing room, both of which face south and have views over the impressive grounds. On this floor there is also a separate snug and generous office which is ideal for somebody working from home.

On the upper floor there are five bedrooms including an impressive principal suite with views over the gardens and pond. In addition there is a further wing of the house which has two extra bedrooms as well as a family bathroom and kitchen. This section of the property is perfect for independent accommodation and could generate an excellent income.

One the key features of this house are the impressive grounds. As well as the spacious lawns to the side and front of the house. There are two stunning walled gardens as well as a lovely tennis court and an outdoor heated swimming pool with a pool shed and adjacent potting shed.

For anybody with an equestrian interest there are stables which provide a tack room, three standard stables, a large stable and large machine/storage room. There is also a field which is circa 6 acres and includes the beech wood at the top with a separate green lane up the side of the field leading to the wood. This provides a wonderful circular walk through the grounds.

The garage, understood to be a former threshing barn also provides excellent parking for potentially three vehicles additionally a two bay car port with office over and the substantial yard for storage/ parking. There is also a workshop off and two adjoining wood stores. In addition there is a gym and a pottery work shop adjoining the garage – both self-contained areas. There is also a beautiful pond in the grounds.

Ash House boasts a superb, discreet location near the popular beaches of the South Hams and the vibrant coastal town of Dartmouth, in the heart of South Devon. The region is celebrated for its temperate climate, lush countryside, hidden valleys, and dramatic coastline. Nearby market towns of Totnes and Kingsbridge provide additional amenities. Dartmouth itself is not just a boater's paradise with its historic port, deep water moorings, and three marinas; it also has a leisure centre, indoor pool, and an array of shops, restaurants, and pubs. Not to mention, it serves as a perfect base for those looking to explore the French coast, the Channel Islands, and the West Country by sea.

Dartmoor's walking trails are close by, as are the pristine beaches of Blackpool Sands and Slapton, and the Dartmouth Golf and Country Club. Kingsbridge, at the Salcombe estuary's head, offers a range of shops, health facilities, an excellent secondary school, and a sports centre. Meanwhile, Salcombe, a sailing haven, is renowned for its stunning beaches, boutique shops, and unique character.

Dartmouth, steeped in history with its world-famous Royal Regatta and Naval College, presents a fusion of architectural beauty and modern retail, alongside a variety of galleries and eateries. Totnes, a bustling and characterful market town, boasts its own Norman Castle, riverside walks, and a range of independent shops and cultural sites.

With superb schools in the vicinity including Torquay Boys and Girls Grammar, Churston Ferrers Grammar, and the highly regarded Kingsbridge Community College, education needs are well catered for.

The property also benefits from excellent transport links, with the A38 Devon Expressway and rail services from Exeter and Totnes providing swift connections to London, and Exeter Airport offering a growing number of domestic and international flights.