Pinewood Lodge

Pinewood Lodge is a substantial family home set in a commanding position with direct access to and outstanding views over Dartmoor.

Boasting just under 3 acres of land, a family annex and two well established 5* rated holiday apartments that provide a significant income. For such a large property it has excellent sustainability with its own bore hole, biomass boiler, solar panels and air source pumps which keep running costs to a minimum.

The house is south west facing and has been renovated to a very high standard with underfloor heating throughout and additional Stovax log burners. The living space has excellent ceiling height and is incredibly light with an excellent flow between the inside and outside spaces, every room offers an incredible view of the moor and takes full advantage of the setting. This is particularly true of the large open plan kitchen diner and snug area with floor to ceiling glass doors that lead straight out onto the terrace that makes it ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. There is a well-equipped German engineered kitchen with two NEFF slide and hide double ovens and fully integrated Neff/BOSCH appliances and a boiler tap, complemented by a fully equipped utility room and large pantry. The wonderful dining room easily accommodates over 10 people, perfect for large get-togethers, offering a more formal and intimate alternative to kitchen dining, and a granite cellar provides an excellent wine store. In addition to the other exceptional entertaining space there is a large well-equipped cinema room with surround sound, providing a great space for relaxation to take in the stunning views or access the decking through the floor to ceiling sliding doors.

The double aspect study home office makes working from home a real pleasure with excellent wifi throughout. The 5 large double bedrooms, 4 ensuite, are very light with excellent views, each with direct access through French doors to the lovely balcony which takes in the outstanding panorama. Of particular note is the principal suite which boasts a large dressing room and impressive ensuite with double rain soaker showers and a luxurious freestanding bath, all accompanied with glorious views from the picture windows. There is a private lift between first and second floor if needed.

The two holiday apartments are located behind the main house having fully independent access with separate parking and designated access to the upper gardens and a private courtyard, keeping the business separate and unobtrusive. There is separate annex above the garage which has superb views across the valley and its own private terrace. The garage itself is currently utilised as a games room and gym but can easily can easily accommodate 3 cars and there is a well-equipped workshop incorporated into this building.

Overall, there is approximately 3 acres of beautiful and diverse grounds. On the higher level there is a stunning bluebell wood with its own viewing platform as well as fire pit and separate area for chickens. The owners have recently planted a small orchard with raised vegetable and fruit beds. The gardens themselves have many aspects but one of the key features are the outstanding views across the National park.

The terrace off the main house is ideal for entertaining and includes a cookout area with pizza oven and BBQ egg, a fire pit and seating area, a sunken hot tub and decking from the main house with a table. There is also a paddock, wildflower bank, fruit cages and a vegetable patch making this home a wonderful lifestyle opportunity. Finally, in addition to the garages there is also plenty of extra parking for a minimum of at least 6 further cars.

The house also has DEFRA registration as a small holding if needed for livestock.

South Brent 1.5 miles, Ashburton 10 miles, Totnes 11 miles Exeter 31 miles (London Paddington 2 hours) Plymouth 19 miles (All distances and times are approximate)

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