The Tors, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12

Stunning period property set in an elevated position with wonderful design features an interiors alongside a garden apartment

Description

This gracious Victorian villa family home has been lovingly improved by the current owners who have used their interior design flare in meticulous detail throughout the property. A commanding entrance hall with space for coats and boot storage creates a grand, yet welcoming central point with a sweeping, traditional staircase enjoying a more modern touch in the choice of runner and lighting. High ceilings and wonderful period features typical of the era are found throughout the property giving a charm and history to a more modern design. This mix has been celebrated in the kitchen/diner extension. Traditional units and wooden worktops create a warm and inviting space with integrated units, range cooker, sash window and window seat overlooking the part walled front garden. The open plan layout leads into the light and bright dining area with bi-fold doors leading into the garden. There are two well-proportioned reception rooms. The sitting room benefits from wooden flooring and a traditional marble fireplace with woodburner. The floor to ceiling windows in the bay overlook a private and cosy terrace nestled beyond. The dining room also features wooden flooring and is positioned to take in the views from its wonderful elevated position. A gym and WC complete the accommodation to the ground floor.

The impressive sweeping staircase with wonderful stained glass window leads up to a half landing with a generous study/bedroom 4 benefiting from a modern sash windows and feature fireplace, as well as a laundry/utility room. To the first floor, there are three further double bedrooms, all beautifully appointed and decorated with high ceilings, period features, grand proportions and long distant views over the village and surrounding countryside from its elevated position. There is a family bathroom with free standing traditional bath, large shower and free standing traditional style sink unit.

A staircase from the ground floor leads down to the basement with wine cellar and internal door to the garden flat.

The Garden Flat
This spacious and bright garden flat has been currently individually rented, however, would suit multigenerational living or holiday let potential. Accessed via a separate gate from the road, there is a cosy, private terrace to the front of the property as well as brick built garden store shed. The front door leads to a bright space which has been beautifully appointed throughout. There is a shower room and well fitted kitchen with a thoughtful layout to make excellent use of the space. Neutral, modern base units and quality design, give this a warm and inviting feel. The spacious hall provides access to a very good-sized living room with bay window in elevated position providing plenty of light and a feature fireplace. There is a good sized bedroom in addition to a small study/child’s bedroom.


Gardens and Grounds
The property is position within a quiet cul de sac in an elevated position on the edge of the village. As a result it enjoys views across the village and countryside beyond and a private feel throughout. To the front there is an area of lawn with gravelled BBQ and entertaining area within this part-walled garden. A path leads to the side of the property where a cosy, private terrace area can be found and steps leading down a winding gravel path to a large area of lawn, well stocked beds and borders and a useful garden shed.

Location

This period home is set in a secluded, yet convenient elevated position within a small cul de sac on the edge of the village. Kingskerswell was originally built with an ancient track at the heart of its foundations dating back as far as the Doomsday Book. Now, this thriving village offers an array of amenities and a bustling community with public house, church, orchard and castle ruins, village hall, health centre, café, shop and takeaway. There is excellent walking from the village itself and the surrounding countryside, with villages such as Compton, with its beautiful castle and Coffinswell within easy reach.

The town of Torquay and the renowned Torbay coast is just four miles distant and offers a wider range of amenities such as supermarkets, hospital, shops and department stores as well as seaside sports and recreation facilities. The shopping village of The Willows provides a wide selection of shops including a Marks & Spencer with Foodhall and Sainsburys supermarket.

The county’s bustling capital of Exeter is just 19 miles to the East. This thriving university city offers a wealth of cultural activities from the theatre and museum to the art centre and galleries. There are a variety of shopping options from the new Princesshay development and John Lewis department store as well an array of interested boutiques and independent stores.

There are many well-regarded schools in the area, secondary schools in both Newton Abbot and the Grammar schools in Torquay as well as independent schools such as Trinity School in Teignmouth, Exeter School and The Maynard School in Exeter and St Peter’s School in Lympstone.

Benefitting from a tucked away position and yet being so close to excellent communication links is just one of the benefits of this wonderful home. The A380 is less than 2 miles away, providing excellent links to Torquay, South Devon and Cornwall beyond as well as the M5 at Exeter. There are high speed rail links operating from Newton Abbot and Exeter St David’s station to London Paddington, the Midlands and North of England.

Square Footage: 3,022 sq ft



Directions

From the A380 from Exeter, continue over the flyover at the Penn Inn roundabout at Newton Abbot continuing towards Torquay. Upon rejoining the dual carriageway, take the first exit signposted towards Kingskerwell. At the roundabout, take the third exit onto Aller Road. At the second roundabout, continue straight over signposted towards Stoneycombe onto the Old Newton Road. Continue on this road for approximately half a mile passing the church and Parish Centre. Continue on Church End Road, bearing left. After approximately 350ft, you will reach a sharp turning on your right signposted The Tors and a no through road. Continue up this hill and number three will be found at the top of the hill on your left.

Additional Info

Newton Abbot about 3 miles Torquay about 4 miles Exeter about 19 miles

Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage