Allaleigh, Blackawton, Totnes, Devon, TQ9

Summary of accommodation
Lower Ground Floor: Cinema room | Games room

Ground Floor: Hall | Sitting room | Dining room | Conservatory | Snug | Kitchen/breakfast room | Two stores | Shower room with WC | Separate WC

First Floor: Principal bedroom with en suite | Four further bedrooms (one with en suite) | Family bathroom

Outside: Barn | Garden room | Log store

In all about 21.92 acres

Nestled in one of Devon's most iconic landscapes, Higher Venice is a charming and secluded property perched on a hill just outside Dartmouth, offering breathtaking, panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Set within 21.92 acres of private grounds, this elegant eighteenth-century residence offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort, making it an ideal family home.

As you approach the property, a sweeping gravel driveway welcomes you, providing ample parking for multiple vehicles. The vast grounds, feature both formal and informal gardens which invite exploration and enjoyment. Manicured lawns, peaceful woodlands, and natural streams create a serene and tranquil environment. The property's large paved terrace offers the perfect setting for al fresco dining, with a stunning outlook.

On entering Higher Venice, the charm of this period home is immediately apparent. The grand entrance hall, with its traditional terracotta tiling, sets the tone for what lies beyond and all of the key reception rooms are accessed from here. The ground floor features several spacious and inviting rooms that are ideal for entertaining and unwinding. These include at its heart the well-appointed kitchen, fully equipped with modern appliances including two ovens, a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, and laundry facilities. There is plenty of space to eat here and for larger gatherings there is an impressive formal dining room.

For further space to relax and unwind there is a lovely sitting room as well as a separate snug. Both rooms have an attractive fireplace which adds to the warmth and cosiness on colder winter evenings. In addition there is also a wonderful sunroom, where bi-fold doors open onto the patio, which is a superb spot to take in the land surrounding the house. The separate yoga studio and cinema/games room add to the overall facilities at Higher Venice making this a highly versatile property.

Upstairs, the house continues to impress with five generously proportioned bedrooms including a fabulous principal suite and an equally substantial second suite with far reaching views. There are also three further bedrooms as well as a separate and well-equipped family bathroom.

Annexe
For further flexibility it is also worth mentioning the separate annexe which could provide an income as well as the barns which have potential to be converted subject to the necessary consents.

Gardens and grounds
Higher Venice's expansive grounds are a true highlight of the property. The gardens feature a variety of stunning landscapes, from the beautifully maintained walled garden to peaceful woodland walks adorned with wildflower banks and bluebell woods. Two shallow streams wind through the grounds, creating a natural, tranquil atmosphere.

For nature lovers and walkers, a pathway at the rear of the garden leads down into the valley, offering a scenic 20-minute walk to the nearby village of Tuckenhay, where you can enjoy excellent pubs and restaurants.

Overall Higher Venice perfectly blends its period charm with a peaceful and rural feel whilst offering highly versatile and attractive accommodation for the incoming purchaser.

There is a tremendous walk off road down the valley to The Malsters in nearby Tuckenhay (a pub on Bow creek that was once owned by Keith Floyd).

The Barn has planning permission already granted for conversion to a three bedroom property with access down the green lane – Planning reference 0532/24/ARC.

There is also a grazing license with a local farmer, which has been active for the last 5 years.

Additional Information
Higher Venice lies in Allaleigh close to the idyllic village of Blackawton which nestles amongst the stunning rolling hills and countryside of the South Hams. The village has a strong community with a highly regarded primary school, a community shop, a village hall, the parish church of St Michael and the popular public house the George Inn.

Dartmouth sits at the mouth of the River Dart, and is home to the Britannia Royal Naval College. This pretty and popular waterside town offers an abundance of boutiques, galleries, pubs and restaurants and benefits from a medical centre, cinema, library, two swimming pools, a leisure centre and three supermarkets. Throughout the year, the town hosts a number of fabulous events and festivals, including the Dartmouth Music Festival, The Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta and Dartmouth Food Festival. The town's
deep-water port attracts sailing vessels from all over the world and is one of the prettiest in Europe.

Dartmouth is situated in the district known as the South Hams in South Devon. Most of the South Hams is listed as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is well known for its rugged coastline, sandy beaches and glorious countryside. Totnes (6.8 miles) offers a main line rail link to London Paddington in 2 hours 40 minutes and the A38 (19 miles), provides access to the cities of Plymouth, Exeter and the M5 beyond.

Distances
Slapton beach 07.9 miles, Dartmouth 6.7 miles, Totnes 6.8 miles (London Paddington 2 hours 57 mins) (All distances and times are approximate)