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2 bedroom semi-detached house

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Semi-detached house
2 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: E*
1,108 sq ft / 103 sq m

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Broadband: Basic 8Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

  • No Onward Chain
  • 2 Bedrooms (1 ensuite)
  • Parking
  • Character Features
  • Successful Holiday Let
  • Communal Grounds & Swimming Pools
  • Leasehold
  • EPC E / Council Tax N/A
A charming 2 bedroom cottage full of character situated within 20 acres of beautiful grounds. EPC band E.

Situation - Sheplegh Court is nestled in a delightful countryside setting on the site of a former monastery. The main house was built in the 1800s but in 1990 it was converted to provide 17 apartments and cottages, each of which have the use of complex's abundant facilities.

The nearby village of Blackawton has a strong sense of community with a highly regarded primary school, parish church, public house and community shop. Dartmouth is the closest town offering a good range of shops, restaurants and galleries and is surrounded by wonderful countryside whilst only a short drive from some of the most beautiful beaches in the area. To the north is the medieval market town of Totnes with its main-line railway station and further amenities whilst the A38 Devon expressway is approximately 17 miles away, allowing speedy access to the cities of Exeter and Plymouth and the country beyond.

Description - Sheplegh Court is approached via a private driveway passing the delightful and well-maintained communal grounds extending to 20 acres of lawn and woodland. The property is full of history including a notable meeting in 1944 between Eisenhower, Churchill, De Gaulle and Montgomery whilst Sheplegh Court was used as the headquarters for Eisenhower during the rehearsals for the D-day landings. Today the apartments and cottages offer a peaceful lifestyle for those residing permanently or a base to explore the surrounding coast and countryside making them popular second homes and holiday lets. 14 Sheplegh Court is attached to the main building but has the benefit of its own private front door. The reverse level accommodation is full of character and charm including; a wonderful open plan living space with magnificent feature fireplace and beautiful stone mullion window. There are two bedrooms (one ensuite) that will both easily accommodate at least a double bed and a separate bathroom. Outside there are two paved terraces and an allocated parking space as well as guest spaces. The property is currently run as a successful holiday let and has features such as a Nest smart thermostat and Ring doorbell system which further enhances the lock up and leave capability.

Accommodation - The property is approached from a communal courtyard area leading to the characterful timber front door with ornate porch above. The front door opens to the entrance hallway which has plenty of space for shoes and coats and provides access to the ground floor bedrooms. The property has two bedrooms that will both accommodate at least a double bed. Bedroom one has a dressing area and doors opening to a paved terrace and the grounds beyond. The room also benefits from a smartly tiled ensuite shower room with WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. Bedroom two features a large sash window to the front of the property and has a large cupboard which houses the electric boiler for the heating and the hot water cylinder. Completing the accommodation on the ground floor is the family bathroom with WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.

A staircase rises to the open plan living space which is on the first floor. This beautiful space has an air of grandeur with high ceilings, brick fireplace with stone and timber surround, containing a feature wood burning stove and the magnificent floor to ceiling stone mullion window which offers wonderful views of the grounds. A door opens from the living space to a paved terrace which is perfect for alfresco dining was admiring the peaceful surroundings. The kitchen although separate feels part of the main room and is fitted with a range of floor and wall mounted units above and below tiled surrounds. The kitchen features an integrated electric oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge whilst there is space for a freezer. Above the living space and accessed by a loft ladder is a sizeable loft which is partially boarded and has a large Velux window. This space has power and good head height offering potential for possible conversion subject to necessary permissions.

Outside - Sheplegh Court stands in its own landscaped and managed grounds of over 20 acres. These communal grounds include a mixture of lawns and woodland, a hard surface tennis court and a heated outdoor swimming pool. In addition there is also a communal laundry room, an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, and a snooker room. There is an allocated parking space which will have an EV charging point installed and additional guest parking.

Services - Mains electricity, private water and drainage. Electric heating.

Tenure - Leasehold - 999 years from 1988.

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

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with Stags on[use Contact Agent Button].

Directions - From Dartmouth follow the A3122 towards Kingsbridge. After passing the Sportsman's Arms public house and Garden Time garden centre turn left signposted to Blackawton. At Cotterbury Cross turn right signposted Bow and Millcombe, continue along this road, down the hill and over a small bridge. Continue up the hill and the stone entrance to Sheplegh Court will be seen on the right hand side. Number 14 can be found to the rear of the inner courtyard on the right hand side.

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