7 bedroom house

Once governed by William the Conqueror and mentioned in the Doomsday book, Yarner's surroundings are steeped in history. Having been a popular hunting site in Tudor times it has distinct connections with Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Queen Mary. Thought to have had a hunting lodge settlement where the current house lies on its grounds during the Tudor dynasty. Yarner's royal British history ended in the 15th century, as the land, owned by the Crown was sold on in 1578 by Elizabeth I. The building of the current Yarner Manor started in 1630 and finished in 1678 by Moses Stoneham. Yarner changed hands many times throughout the subsequent centuries but having bought the estate in 1964, the current owners have kept it as a family for over 50 years.

The unusual architecture of the house gives it character and charm; the battlements emanate that of a French chateau. This has further relevance because the word Yarner was derived from the Aquitaine French for “where the eagles soar.” Fitting because he buzzards that glide over Yarner and our surroundings are plentiful, their sound is never too far away.

Lot 1: On arriving at the Grade II listed Yarner House, it is easy to see why this site was chosen to build a house of this stature it is a remarkable setting. The kilometre long drive meanders through the land giving glimpses of the house and arrives at a gravel parking area next to the terraced lawn with its unbelievable views. The house is entered through an oak front door into an entrance lobby with seating areas and onto an inner hall that doubles as a dining room. Beyond is the wonderfully light 'Scandinavian Hall' with exposed beams and fireplace and is a wonderfully flexible space that is ideal for entertaining. At the heart of the house is a study, sitting room, kitchen and breakfast room. The house offers excellent bedroom accommodation with a spacious principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom along with a further 6 bedrooms and bathrooms over the two floors. In addition is the wonderful second floor sitting room with its own kitchen adjacent. There is no doubt that the views from the house are one of a kind and the large lawned terrace takes full advantage of these. At the end of the garden is the charming period summer house which has huge potential. Beyond is the former tennis court that needs updating but has to be one of the great sites for a tennis court in the south west of England! Below the terrace is an African Hut that the current owners have used for weddings at the property – it is further surrounded by formal gardens with views over the pasture below. Beyond the gravelled parking area are two traditional outbuildings that currently offer extensive storage but offer an exciting opportunity for conversion to a huge variety of uses.

The Farmhouse: A short walk behind the main house is the farmhouse that is currently let under an assured shorthold tenancy but offers excellent additional accommodation for guests, family, staff or for income generation. The farmhouse has a lovely sheltered courtyard off which is the entrance. The farmhouse has an inner hall, sitting room, snug, dining room and kitchen along with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The Farm: Beyond the farmhouse, a farm track leads on to a large range of farm buildings and on to the majority of the pasture on the farm which extends in total to 70.85 acres. In 29.64 acres of mixed mature woodland across the estate which are home to an abundance of wildlife. Above the pasture, gives complete access onto Dartmoor National Park of which there is freehold ownership of 138.81 acres of moorland.

The Yarner Estate is situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park next to the East Dartmoor National Nature Reserve in a remarkable peaceful elevated location. The Grade II listed Yarner House sits in a truly breath-taking setting with extraordinary uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside and the Wray Valley below. Within

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