An attractive and well-presented property overlooking its own ground and the beautiful Devon countryside. EPC Band C.

Situation - The Old Cart Shed is located 2 miles from the village of Marldon which is a delightful Devon village full of history and character. There are two good pubs, shops and a beautiful church. The village is popular with families because of the highly regarded primary school in the village.

Torbay and its major towns of the bay, Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, collectively known as the English Riviera, are a short distance away and provide a more comprehensive range of shopping, educational, recreational and sporting facilities. Torquay harbour, with its large marina, palm trees and subtropical gardens, elegant Georgian terraces, plus a myriad of bars and restaurants (one with Michelin-starred cuisine), remains one of the most attractive areas in the bay.

The highly regarded Grammar Schools of Torquay Boys and Girls are within 10 minutes drive and Churston Ferrers Grammar School within 20 minutes drive. If travelling and commuting are important to you, South Devon has a comprehensive rail network accessed at the mainline railway station in either Totnes or Newton Abbot with rapid regular rail links to London Paddington. Access to the motorway network is also very easy from the property with the A380 being a short drive away leading to the M5 at Exeter and beyond.

Description - The Old Cart Shed is an attractive and delightful link-detached property situated within a charming courtyard of select Grade II Listed properties. Converted in 1998, the property has retained many of its original features including pretty exposed beam and stonework while modern alterations have complimented the property superbly including a single storey rear extension overlooking the garden.

The property boasts a substantial plot, with a beautiful and extensive South-West facing garden with uninterrupted views across the surrounding countryside.

Accommodation - The ground floor features an abundance of reception space, currently configured to create a substantial sitting / dining room with an open fire, partial remains of a former plank and muntin screen and view over the courtyard. The room leads into a garden room overlooking the superb mature garden. The single storey extension still showcases the property's original stone façade as well as a door leading to the patio seating area. The kitchen is situated to the front of the property and features a range of wall and base units with integrated appliances including an electric Aga, dishwasher and oven. In addition, there is a substantial utility / storage room and a cloakroom with wash basin and WC.

The ground floor also features an extensive double bedroom, with an en suite bathroom comprising a shower over bath, wash basin and WC.

The first floor features three double bedrooms. The master bedroom is a substantial double bedroom with an extensive range of built in storage and a view over the courtyard. The master en-suite comprises a shower over bath, two wash basins and WC. The family bathroom is accessed from the landing and accommodates a shower, wash basin and WC. The fourth bedroom is currently configured as a substantial home office with bespoke fitted furniture and space for two work stations.

Outside - The property is approached down a private sweeping drive before entering the shared courtyard. In addition, The Old Cart Shed benefits from a parking space to the side of the property as well as a parking space within the car port, which also provides access to a storage area.

To the rear of the property is a private and mature garden, laid predominantly to lawn. The garden extends away from the property and to the side and features mature shrubs and trees as well as a covered log store. In total the garden plot extends to 1.23 acres.

In addition, the property owns a 50 % share of an adjoining field. The field in question is gently sloping and extends to 3.5 acres.

Services - Mains electricity, mains water, shared private drainage, oil fired central heating. Surplus from the solar panels.

Agents Notes - Holiday letting is not permitted within the development. The property is subject to a service charge of £184 per quarter.

Local Authority - South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE. [use Contact Agent Button].

Viewing - Strictly by appointment through the agents on[use Contact Agent Button].

Directions - Entering Torbay on the new South Devon Highway follow signs for Paignton and Brixham to join Hamelin Way. At the first roundabout turn left towards Shiphay. Proceed down the hill and take the second left into Moles Lane, sign posted Garden Centre.

Cross the dual carriageway and take the immediate left, on the right there is a lane sign posted Higher Compton Barton. Proceed down the private lane at the end take the left fork and park in the visitors spaces on the right. The property can be found through the archway in the south west corner.

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