4 bedroom house

A remarkable, versatile and characterful home in a wonderful countryside setting overlooking the river Tamar, with nearby private slipway access to the water. Unique Waterside Home of Over 3,100sq.ft, Idyllic, Peaceful and Verdant Setting, West-facing House and Gardens, Incredible Outlook over the Tamar, Slipway and Mooring Within 250 Yards, Expansive, Versatile Accommodation, Potential to Create an Annexe, Tremendous Warmth and Character, Extensive and Varied Outbuildings, 0.42 Acres in All. EPC Band E.

Situation - This enchanting home is located in a spectacular position above the river Tamar, enjoying some superb views of the water and the surrounding countryside. Located at the very end of a council-maintained no-through road, thereby enjoying a good degree of peace and privacy, the property additionally benefits from slipway access to the river within 250 yards. Bere Alston, a perennially popular village located in the picturesque countryside of rural West Devon, is 1.5 miles away. The village is well-served by local amenities and facilities, including a Co-op mini-market, butchers and Post Office, and also benefits from a direct 25-minute rail service to Plymouth City Centre. Bere Alston forms the hub of an area known as the Bere peninsula, created by the confluence of the rivers Tamar and Tavy, which itself falls within the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The verdant wooded banks of the Tamar Valley, along the Devon/Cornwall border, offer superb opportunities to discover the region's rich heritage. The thriving market town of Tavistock, forming part of a designated World Heritage Site, is 7 miles away, offering a superb range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities, including the sought-after private school, Mount Kelly.

Description - A totally unique proposition, this deceptively sized, detached family home has been in our clients' ownership for almost 25 years, and offers some extremely flexible 4-bedroom, 6-bathroom accommodation full of charm and traditional character. Of some historical interest as a former counting house, today the property provides tranquillity, warmth and comfort in equal measure, in a truly idyllic, verdant setting overlooking the river Tamar. Of particular note is the property's access to the water via a private slipway only 250 yards away, making this an ideal opportunity for boat-owners and sailing enthusiasts, as well as those with other waterborne interests. The plot, amounting to 0.42 acres in all (see our location plan), also contains extensive outbuildings including a triple garage, additional single garage, sizeable workshop, boat shed, summerhouse and stores (see our floorplan).

Accommodation - The accommodation covers a large area and offers tremendous versatility. On the ground floor area several reception and ancillary spaces which could be adapted to different uses, including, at present: a large, cottage-style kitchen/dining room with walk-in larder; substantial lounge with an impressive fireplace housing a log-burning stove; library/home office; music room; snug sitting room; conservatory; utility/boot room; an en-suite double bedroom plus two additional bath/shower rooms. Two separate first floor areas, with individual staircases, contain a further three en-suite double bedrooms, including the self-contained master suite which also features a study area and walk-in dressing area. The incredible river views are available from all of the front-facing rooms and all of the first-floor bedrooms.

Garden And Outbuildings - The gardens are extremely peaceful and provide a natural, scenic haven in which to enjoy the outdoors. Being semi-rural and bordering with woodland, there is no doubt an abundance of local wildlife in close proximity. Directly outside the house is an invaluable covered veranda, leading out to a large paved patio which then descends to the main lawn and a raised decking, ideally positioned to take advantage of the views and beautiful surroundings. Furthermore, there is an allotment-style patch to one side, an orchard, two fish ponds and various substantial outbuildings ideal for vehicle and boat storage, or workshop and machinery space, amongst other potential uses.

Slipway And Dock - Our clients take a rental of the nearby slipway and dock on the river Tamar from the Edgcumbe Estate, at a rent of £400p/a. This arrangement can be extended to the new owners of the property, subject to enquiry. Stags act as agents for the Estate so please contact us for details.

Services - Mains electricity, private drainage, private water (two boreholes), oil-fired central heating. Superfast 4G broadband at 70Mbps. The agents have neither inspected nor tested these services.

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with the vendors' agents, Stags.



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