Windwhistle

A superb 4 bedroom residence occupying a private location within Dartmoor National Park, set in attractive gardens and grounds of 3.2 acres. Sitting room, dining room, conservatory, Kitchen, 4/5 bedrooms (1 en suite), bathroom. Garage, gardens and grounds 3.2 acres. Council Tax Band G. EPC Band G. Freehold.

Situation - The property occupies an enviable setting on the fringes of Dartmoor, within the boundaries of the National Park. Situated in the valley of the Blackaton Brook, a tributary of the River Teign, it enjoys a beautiful aspect towards the nearby hills and Tors of Dartmoor, taking in Cosdon Beacon. The property has easy access onto the open moor with footpaths and bridleways leading onto South Tawton Common and beyond to the High Moor, with 365 square miles of unspoilt rugged scenery with many opportunities for riding, walking and outdoor pursuits. The proximity to the open Moor is complemented by the property’s ease of access to the A30 dual carriageway, which provides a direct link with the Cathedral City of Exeter, with its M5 motorway, rail and air links approximately 20 miles distant. The property is also within easy reach of the local villages of South Zeal, South Tawton, Chagford and Throwleigh with a number of local shops/post office, inns, primary schools, village halls and places of worship. The town of Okehampton is within easy travelling distance and offers a much wider range of shops and services together with good access to Exeter and beyond via train.

Description - Windwhistle occupies an enviable and private location within Dartmoor National Park, set in attractive gardens and grounds of 3.2 acres. The property originally dates to 1906, being of granite stone construction under a slate roof. The property was subsequently extended and remodelled under architect supervision in the 1980s, creating a delightful and individual 5 bedroom family home. The property has been designed to maximise the benefit of the fantastic views, whilst local materials have been used to reflect the surrounding landscape, from wood flooring, to a large granite fireplace and exposed granite walls. The accommodation has been well designed, with large windows producing natural light and enjoying the views of the surrounding countryside. The accommodation briefly comprises: two/three reception rooms, 4/5 bedrooms, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, three bathrooms and garage. The property offers scope for updating and improvement and is complemented by attractive lawned gardens and a separate pasture paddock.

Accommodation - Part glazed door to Entrance Hall: a welcoming entrance hall with vaulted ceiling, galleried landing and Velux window offering natural light. Designed to reflect the surrounding landscape, with the use of natural wood to the staircase and solid wood flooring, together with exposed granite, which continues throughout the house. The hall is on two levels with the cloakroom at entry level, then just four steps leading to the upper level from which the kitchen and living room are accessed. Built in storage cupboard.
Open plan reception rooms with flexibility to use as either sitting room or dining room.
Sitting Room: A lovely dual aspect room with sliding doors to the rear terrace and offering delightful views over the grounds towards Dartmoor. Feature granite fireplace with open grate which opens to both the living room and dining room. Solid wood flooring. Television point. Wall light points. Steps lead down to: a further reception room with ample space which can be used as a Dining Room: granite fireplace with stone hearth which is open to the living room. Window to side and two further windows to front and rear. Solid wood flooring. Exposed granite wall. A side vestibule has an unusual arched doorway set into a wall of exposed stone. perfectly framing the vista of the garden beyond. Study/Bedroom 5: Accessed from the dining room, a dual aspect room, currently used as a bedroom but could also be used as a study or playroom.
Kitchen /Breakfast Room: extensively fitted with range of beech effect base and wall cupboards with work surfaces over and fitted breakfast bar. Four ring ceramic and LPG gas hob with extractor hood over. Built in eye level stainless steel double oven. Space and plumbing for dishwasher, washing machine and fridge freezer. Inset stainless steel sink and drainer set beneath a rear aspect window with Dartmoor views. Further stainless sink and drainer. door to Pantry. Two further windows. Conservatory: Upvc conservatory with full length windows to all sides and polycarbonate roof. Sliding doors to garden. offering an attractive outlook. Shower Room: comprising Wc, wash hand basin. Shower cubicle with mains fed shower. Window to front. Heated towel rail. Vanity light with shaver point. Fully tiled.

Galleried Landing: a lovely feature overlooking the hallway, velux window offering natural light. Built in airing cupboard, separate storage cupboard. Doors to, Bedroom 1: a superb room with dual aspect windows to side and rear offering panoramic Dartmoor views. Built in wardrobes and dressing area, door to. En-suite: fully tiled with panelled bath, wash hand basin, shower cubicle with mains fed power shower, low level Wc. Window to side. Vanity light with shaver point.
Bedroom 2: A spacious and light room with twin picture windows offering views towards Dartmoor. This room has previously been used as a study and has built in floor to ceiling bookcases. Bedroom 3: A triple aspect room with views over the orchard. Bedroom 4: Range of built in wardrobes and over cupboards, windows to both sides. Family Bathroom Matching suite comprising: panelled bath, separate shower cubicle, wash hand basin, window to side. Cloakroom: fully tiled room comprising Wc, wash hand basin.

Outside - The property is accessed along a private tree lined driveway, this opens to a parking and turning area for several vehicles and to the attached Double Garage: with electric up and over door, light and power connected, door to house and door to rear covered store area. Boarded first floor storage loft with Velux window. On the southern side of the house is an area of lawn with summerhouse, there is a small orchard with a range of fruit trees including apple and a former fruit cage. The main gardens lie to the west and comprise a large paved terrace, offering superb views over the adjoining lawns and paddock towards Cosdon Beacon. The boundaries are defined and interspersed by many bushes and shrubs and a range of mature trees which include copper beech, oak, numerous firs and monkey puzzle. A further gate opens to the lane and there are some former buildings (in need of repair) There is an adjoining separate paddock with five bar gate from the main lane, enclosed by granite walls and hedgerow with a small field shelter and suitable for livestock, horses or other interests.

Services - Mains electricity, water and private drainage.

Directions - From the A30 dual carriageway take the B3260 exit, at the Junction take a left and follow the hill down into Sticklepath. Continue through the village and turn right (at Drybridge) for Throwleigh. Stay on this road for approximately half a mile where upon Windwhistle will be found on your left hand side (concealed entrance).



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