Near Diptford, Totnes

DESCRIPTION 

Charford Manor is an exceptional six-bedroom period country home which comes to market for the first time as a residential dwelling. It's origins can reputedly be traced back to the Domesday era and therefore this home boasts a fascinating history, once serving as a working farmhouse before being transformed into a family home with the addition of the elegant Georgian façade. The property now sits in just under one acre of grounds, with gently sloping lawns and mature trees, enjoying wonderful distant rural views. Whilst Charford Manor is not Listed, the property is recognized as a Heritage asset, preserving its timeless charm. 

Inside, the house is well proportioned and arranged for comfortable family living. With attractive elevations under a slate roof, the pretty sash windows give additional period charm and there are plenty of period features inside including high skirting boards, ceiling coving, period fireplaces and stripped pine floors. There is a plethora of character in this well modernised property. There are three generously sized reception rooms on the ground floor, with the main living room enjoying a stunning and far-reaching outlook via a generous bay window, over the garden and towards the nearby countryside. Another sitting room is centred around the inglenook fireplace fitted with a wood burning stove and slate hearth and there is also a formal dining room. The kitchen-breakfast room has an impressive flag stone floor, it is fitted with matching floor a wall cupboards with space for a Rangemaster cooker, an integrated fridge and plumbing for a dishwasher. There is room in here for a dining room table if desired plus room for a sofa, for those who tend to spend more of their daytime socialising in the kitchen. The utility room offers further space for white goods plus there is the benefit of a shower with a separate downstairs WC adjacent. The boiler room houses a large renewable energy biomass pellet boiler.  

A central staircase leads to the spacious landing and access to the six well-proportioned bedrooms, the majority of which enjoy the lovely countryside views. Two of the bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms and there is a handsome family bathroom. Another staircase provides access upstairs direct from the kitchen. 

Beneath the property is a vaulted cellar which provides excellent storage or there is the potential for further creative use.

The property is accessed via a stone pillared gateway with a large driveway which provides parking for several vehicles. There is also a double carport offering covered parking and further storage which has light and power. A large stone wall draped with Wisteria has a wooden gate providing access to the well-maintained garden. A raised patio terrace has space for an outside dining table set, which would enjoy those afore-mentioned views and steps lead down to the gently sloping, mainly lawned garden, which has an array of bushes and mature trees as well as a contained vegetable and flower garden. The grounds offer ample space for outdoor entertaining with the family and friends. 

Charford Manor will be perfect for those seeking a home with character and heritage and this is a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of history, whilst enjoying countryside tranquillity all with the convenience of nearby travel connections. 

FURTHER INFORMATION

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Council tax band: F
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: House
Property construction: Standard form
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: Yes
Other electricity sources: No
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Central heating
Heating features: Wood burner and Double glazing
Broadband: ADSL copper wire
Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - Good, Three - Great, EE - Good
Parking: Covered, Driveway, and Gated
Building safety issues: No
Restrictions - Listed Building: No
Restrictions - Conservation Area: We are on the boundary of this area
Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None
Public right of way: No
Long-term area flood risk: No
Coastal erosion risk: No
Planning permission issues: No
Accessibility and adaptations: None
Coal mining area: No
Non-coal mining area: Yes
Energy Performance rating: D

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The information contained is intended to help you decide whether the property is suitable for you. You should verify any answers which are important to you with your property lawyer or surveyor or ask for quotes from the appropriate trade experts: builder, plumber, electrician, damp, and timber expert. 

SERVICES

There are 9 ground mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. The property has a biomass boiler with a battery back up and there are two woodstoves. The vendors at the property have opted to set up wireless sim Wifi, however interested parties are advised to seek their own advice on the type of broadband connection available.

PARKING 

Driveway parking for several vehicles plus a double carport. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY & COUNCIL TAX

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE.

The property is in Band F however there is an improvement indicator noted. 

AGENTS NOTE

Charford Manor is not Listed, however it is noted as a Heritage Asset and consent should be sought for any additions or alterations even if the works would ordinarily fall under permissive development rights. 

The property is understood to be on the border of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 

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 inform us and we can put you in contact with the Lettings team who would be delighted to discuss our range of bespoke services with you.

VIEWINGS

By appointment with Luscombe Maye, South Brent. 

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TOTNES

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 and Dartmoor, the South Hams and many of its fine beaches are within easy reach.