This Grade II-listed manor house is packed with history complimented by stunning modern design flourishes.
Bozomzeal Manor has six bedrooms and sits in two acres of beautiful South Devon countryside with views down the River Dart to the sea.
The property on the outskirts of the village of Dittisham is entered via electric gates, with the driveway leading past tree lined lawns and ornamental shrubbery.
There is parking for at least six vehicles in the gravelled courtyard.
A snug room on the ground floor features deep-set mullioned windows and the space has ample room for a movie night or to hole up on a chilly evening.
Comfortable seating faces the warmth of a traditional log burner housed within an original stone fireplace.
The Great Hall is a magnificent room with original stone flooring, gilded chandeliers and a striking oak-beamed fireplace.
Just off the room, you can conveniently dip inside the wine store to refill guests’ glasses.
At the far end of the Great Hall, an archway leads to an elegant dining room brimming with light from a trio of timber framed windows.
From there, you can slip directly outside to the gravelled courtyard, perfect for informal after dinner drinks around the fire pit.
The kitchen’s stone flagged floors blend seamlessly with the contemporary bespoke cabinets by Mark Wilkinson, topped off with marble counters and a central island. A traditional electric Aga nestles in the exposed stone fireplace.
The garden room is a contemporary addition to the property, perfect to make the most of the morning sun, with bi-folding doors opening out onto the patio.
Inside, an enchanting spiral staircase leads to the first floor and an impressive brass lantern guides the way up to the master bedroom.
Dramatic curved ceiling beams are set off by a romantic chandelier. There is an en-suite bathroom with a roll top copper bath to soak and escape the world.
An additional en-suite shower room is located through the dressing room with a hidden treat – a handmade unit re-crafted from an antique Spanish chest which houses a granite wash basin.
The bright family bathroom, also accessed on this floor, has a rainfall shower over the bath with ample space for toiletries.
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Numerous seating areas in the garden provide space to relax, the highlight of the grounds being the decked terrace behind the house which makes the most of the evening sun.
You can take in the views across the valley towards Dartmouth and Britannia Royal Naval College.
Stroll around to the side of the garage to discover a hidden treasure – a solid stone staircase leading up to the original hayloft which is now an open plan studio space.
A contemporary wood burner warms the flexible space for work, study or accommodate for family and friends.
With previous dwellings standing on the location since the Norman Conquest, Bozomzeal Manor was once home to Chief Navigator John Davis, who led several voyages on behalf of Queen Elizabeth I, notably the discovery of the strait between Greenland and Canada which bears his name.
The manor was part of an estate owned by descendants of the prominent explorer and politician Sir Walter Raleigh until the second half of last century.
An earlier resident of the manor was the eponymous Sir John Bozom, a former Sheriff of Devon and MP of Totnes and Dartmouth.
The village shop and pub in Dittisham is within walking distance, well stocked with local artisan produce, along with a post office.
Dartmouth is within easy reach and provides independent delicatessens, a butcher, bakers and a renowned fish market.
For fine dining, the elegant Seahorse Bistro is perfect for a special occasion.
The Dart Valley trail is nearby with its winding coastal paths and stunning beaches. You can admire the panoramic vista at the top of Fire Beacon Hill which attests to the area’s naval heritage.
Take a small ferry boat over the Dart to visit Greenway, the former home of Agatha Christie.
The Ham fields and playground by the river is a wonderful space for children and water sport enthusiasts will appreciate the numerous activities on offer including a sailing school.
