Thatchend, Blagdon

DESCRIPTION 

Luscombe Maye are delighted to bring to market Thatchend, an elegant and charming country home with origins understood to date back to 16th century when the property formed working accommodation for Lower Blagdon Manor. Today stands a beautiful Grade II Listed six bedroom character home with self-sufficient annexe situated in a 3/4 acre plot.

Stepping into the property, the front door opens into the beautiful open plan dining/kitchen room with flagstone flooring and exposed beams throughout. The dining area allows for a large 10-piece dining table perfect for entertaining with the light and airy, contemporary kitchen beyond that opens onto the garden. The kitchen comprises matching floor and wall units with granite worktops and is fitted with electric oven, dishwasher, belfast sink with space for fridge freezer and freestanding island. There is also a cloakroom with space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. 

The living room is complemented by the painted wood beam ceiling and an exposed stone fireplace with wood burner highlighting the original features of the cottage. The music room offers a versatile space in the property for a potential home office, play room or further accommodation and extends out into the bespoke conservatory overlooking the top lawn. 

Ascending the first set of stairs from the kitchen, the impressive master bedroom is generous in size and framed by a double height ceiling with exposed beams. With ample space for furniture there is also built-in wardrobe space and a spectacular freestanding bath situated at the top of the room and serviced by the family bathroom fitted with shower, WC and hand basin. The second double bedroom has dual aspect views, built-in wardrobe space and access to the third bedroom if needs be. 

Ascending the second set of stairs from the living room, the sizeable third bedroom also has views over the garden and benefits from built-in wardrobe space and an ensuite bathroom. The ensuite is fitted with bath with shower above, WC and hand basin. There are additional storage cupboards and a sizeable airing cupboard. The landing leads up a few steps into the fourth bedroom that has also been tastefully designed to enhance the characterful features throughout and provides access to the annexe if needed. There is also a family bathroom fitted with bath, WC and hand basin servicing the fourth bedroom.

The well maintained grounds are predominantly laid to lawn with mature plants and trees including a peach, apricot and a 200-year-old apple tree. From the kitchen a gravel seating area is the perfect spot for socialising and soaking up the south facing sun with a herb garden nearby by and access from the driveway. The lawn lengthens all the way down the plot with further fruit trees, a beautiful, paved area overlooking the lower lawn and framed by hedgerow beyond. The expansive lower lawn is a spectacular space to be enjoyed with a small stream flowing alongside. The garden is a particularly remarkable aspect of the property that would be enjoyed by all. 

The driveway parking is entered via a wooden gate and can comfortably fit 5/6 cars with a further gate and walkway leading to the rear door, there is also a double garage with electricity that opens from the lane side. 

The self-contained annexe offers a great space for friends and family to stay or alternatively as rental or holiday let. The annexe briefly comprises of an open plan kitchen/ living room with double height ceiling and exposed beams, two bedrooms and two three-piece bathrooms. The contemporary kitchen benefits from an integrated washing machine, fridge, freezer, electric oven with ample worktop space. The living area is light and airy with a mezzanine space that sleeps two. The main double bedroom leads to the downstairs accommodation and has an ensuite with shower, WC and hand basin. The downstairs twin room is serviced by another family bathroom and has its own external entrance. The tiered garden space is bordered by mature shrubs with ample space for two seating areas and a thatched log store. There is also an additional potting shed / home office. The annexe has its own separate driveway and entrance so can be used completely separately from the main house if desired.

LOCATION 

The tranquil hamlet of Blagdon is a beautiful rural location situated between Totnes and Paignton that emerged from the working community around Blagdon Manor. 
The nearby town of Totnes and Paignton are both vibrant and full of amenities with surrounding villages and beaches nearby. 

The unique and charming market town of Totnes sits above the River Dart in the heart of the South Hams. The town is one of Devon's gems, the birthplace of the Transition Town movement in England and nominated in British Airways' HighLife magazine as one of the world's top ten funky towns.
 Full of colour and character, its atmosphere is cosmopolitan with a West Country flavour and those looking for history, alternative therapies and beautiful countryside will find it in and around Totnes. The town is said to have more listed buildings per head of the population than anywhere else in Britain.  With a twice-a-week market and full of small independent shops, it's well-known for ethical products, wholefoods and fair trade goods. It is the second oldest borough in England, with an ancient Guildhall and Church, a Norman Castle and its North and East Gates. There is a well-regarded community college and a mainline railway station with direct links to all capital cities in the UK. Dartmoor, the South Hams and many of its fine beaches are within easy reach.

Paignton is a seaside town on the coast of Torbay.  Together with Torquay and Brixham it forms the borough of Torbay.  Paignton has origins as a Celtic settlement and was first mentioned in 1086.  t grew as a small fishing village and a new harbour was built in 1847.  A railway line was opened to passengers in 1859 creating links to Torquay and London .  Paignton is around 25 miles north east of Plymouth and 20 miles south of Exeter. There are nearby beaches and one of the UK's biggest Zoos, Paignton Zoo, UK's largest outdoor waterpark and steam railway. 

FURTHER INFORMATION 

As part of our transparency policy, we request our sellers fill out a Property Information Questionnaire.  This information can be provided to you.  However, we recommend that you verify any information given during the conveyancing process.

SERVICES 

Oil central heating. Private drainage, mains water and electricity connected. 

CONSTRUCTION 

The property is understood to be of Stone, Cob, Wood with thatch roof. 

PARKING 

Driveway parking for six cars comfortably.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Torbay Council, Castle Circus, Torquay TQ1 3DR 

Council Tax Band G

TENURE 

Freehold 

LETTINGS 

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please contact Andrew or Alex on or to discuss our range of bespoke services.

VIEWINGS 

Viewing strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye

DIRECTIONS

What3Words -  storms.words.fancy