Detached house for sale in Totnes TQ9

Lower Washbourne Barton is a fabulous Grade II* listed home in a superb location with excellent access to everything the South Hams has to offer.
The house is south-facing and full of original features and character. It is approached through stone pillars leading to a parking area and beautiful walled garden. The attractive entrance has a beautiful wooden door opening to the imposing reception room with the superb, staircase. There is a raised, slate fireplace with wood burning stove and original oven. The drawing room also has many period features including a Devon limestone chimney. The impressive kitchen leads down some steps to the dining room with an
exposed stone chimney breast and fireplace and an Everhot stove.
The principal suite has a generous vaulted ceiling and an exposed oak frame creating a wonderful sense of space. There is an en suite bathroom and a spiral staircase rising to a mezzanine which is ideal as a study. The property has a further six bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms making it a perfect home for a family.
In addition there is a self-contained annexe, which can be used as ancillary accommodation or as an income stream. It is also worth mentioning that there is a substantial two storey detached barn which has great potential subject to the necessary consents and offers excellent storage. Directly in front of the barn is a south-facing lawn area and a large paddock beyond. Behind the house there is a lovely sheltered garden area with paved which can be also accessed off the principal bedroom.

Located in a beautiful valley with the River Wash running through it lies Lower Washbourne Barton. Washbourne is situated between Totnes, Dartmouth and the village of Tuckenhay in the heart of beautiful South Hams rolling countryside. The pretty village of Harbertonford is approx. 1.5 miles away, and has a primary school, church, village hall, an excellent village
store/post office and a petrol station. The Maltsters Arms pub set on the river and renowned for great food is just over a mile away.
Totnes, about 3.5 miles away, a medieval market town surrounded by the beautiful rolling countryside of the South Hams. Located at the head of the River Dart this unique town has a worldwide reputation for its lively, diverse
community and relaxed atmosphere. There are a plethora of restaurants, bars and pubs as well as privately owned shops.
Totnes main Line Train Station has direct connection to London Paddington (approx. 2hr 45mins) Exeter St Davids (approx. 35 mins) and Plymouth (approx. 30mins). Exeter Airport is 30 miles away (approx. 40mins) giving direct flights to London, UK and Europe.
The coast is a short distance away with the sailing centre of Dartmouth some six miles to the south. There are many golf courses in the area, Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, Thurlestone and Dainton courses and are all within striking distance.
The A38 Devon Expressway is easily accessible, linking Plymouth and Exeter where it connects with the M5.