Slapton, Kingsbridge

A detached, rural property with vast potential. Offering two reception rooms, a conservatory, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Private driveway with lots of parking, a single and a double garage/workshop with studio above. Woodland area and a paddock across the lane. Freehold. Council Tax Band: D. EPC Band: F.

Situation - Higher Coltscomebe Cottage is in an idyllic rural location, towards the end of a no-through lane and near the highly desired village of Slapton, close to Slapton Sands and Torcross beaches.
Slapton is considered to be one of the prettiest and most desirable villages in the South Hams, almost equal distance between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth, the village has a thriving local community, two excellent pubs, a well-stocked general store, village hall, chapel and C13th church. It is just a few minutes’ walk from a 3-mile long beach and is also known for the internationally famous Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. The National Nature Reserve at Slapton Ley, a Site of Special Scientific Interest is located on the edge of the village and is the largest freshwater lake in the south west of England.

The South West coast path is easily accessible and takes in some of the most spectacular scenery the region has to offer. The nearby town of Kingsbridge lies at the head of the Kingsbridge Estuary and offers an excellent range of shops, local services and facilities. There is much in the area to satisfy the sports person including a Sports Centre with indoor swimming pool, walking, paddle boarding and fishing as well as several excellent golf courses within easy reach. This estuary town is further enhanced by its enviable location and sublime microclimate which enables a wealth of outdoor activities and good living.

Description - A detached, period, property that has many fine features, spacious accommodation that requires some updating but has huge potential to develop (subject to PP) set in an idyllic rural location.

Accommodation - The ground floor offers spacious accommodation, from the front terrace a door leads in through a large sun room and into the entrance hall. The sitting room, is a lovely room with feature exposed stone fireplace with wood burning stove. lovely living room with gas effect fire. Dual aspect dining room with Rayburn. Kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with inset oven and hob. Cloakroom and lobby to rear access.
On the first floor the landing splits, there are two double bedrooms overlooking the front and a further dual aspect double bedroom. Family bathroom. Shower room. Useful store room.

Outside - Driveway to the side of the property provides access to the parking area and double garage/workshop. The double garage/workshop is detached and complete with wifi, water and plumbing, power and light. External metal steps lead up to the first floor which presently is a great open-plan space which could be converted into an annex, studio, home office (subject to any necessary planning consents). Single garage provides useful additional storage.
Woodland area to the side with walk way through and an abundance of primroses and bluebells. (It is noted that there are some trees with TPO's within the woodland). Garden area, has a decked area, terrace and a mix of mature planting. Across the lane is a paddock, partly walled/fenced of just over an acre.

Services - Private water. Septic tank drainage. Mains electric. LPG heating.

Tenure - Freehold.

Local Authority - South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE.

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by appointment please through our Kingsbridge branch.

Directions - From Kingsbridge take the A379 towards passing through the village of Torcross and along the coast road for around a mile. Turn left signposted Slapton continue through the village taking the left fork at Higher Greene Cross. Continue straight alone the lane, marked 'Farms Only' and the driveway to the property will be found on the left hand side.
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