Fore Street, Buckfastleigh

A beautifully presented four-bedroom courtyard property, just off Buckfastleigh’s charming town centre. Offering a distinct continental feel, this unique home boasts underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, a spacious and versatile layout, and solar panels on its south-facing roof. With off-road parking, a separate stone barn ripe for development and stylish living spaces. EPC Band: C.

Situation - The property occupies a secluded position in the centre of Buckfastleigh with close access to the A38/Devon Expressway, making for fast access to the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. Buckfastleigh has its own range of independent shops and is well positioned for access to the Dartmoor National Park as well as the South Hams and Torbay coastline. The medieval market town of Totnes lies approximately 7 miles to the south with its wider range of facilities and mainline railway station.

Description - Longwood Court is a unique and spacious period home set within a private walled courtyard just off Fore Street in Buckfastleigh. Extending to over 5,400 sq ft in total, the property includes a large four-bedroom main house, multiple reception rooms, and a detached barn/workshop of over 2,000 sq ft.

The layout offers exceptional flexibility, making it ideal for extended families, those seeking annexe potential, or buyers looking to combine home and business use (subject to permissions). Character features have been retained throughout, while modern upgrades include underfloor heating, gas central heating, and solar panels.

Accommodation - The main house provides over 3,300 sq ft of well-arranged accommodation. The main entrance to the house is through a timber door beside the carport, leading into a small entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and access to a walk-in boiler and plant room housing the underfloor heating system. From here, a door opens into a useful home office space, which in turn leads through to the impressive vaulted lounge—an expansive and bright living area with double-height ceiling, terracotta flooring, and white-painted staircase rising to a galleried landing above.

The kitchen and dining room sits at the heart of the house, offering a sociable and practical space with bespoke timber units and room for a large family table. A cloakroom and separate utility room are accessed from this area, helping to keep the main living space uncluttered and functional.

Upstairs, the accommodation is arranged to offer privacy and flexibility. The principal bedroom forms its own wing, featuring exposed beams, French doors to the landing, and an en suite bathroom with roll-top bath and vaulted ceiling. Three further generous double bedrooms and a large family bathroom are located in a separate part of the house, along with a further first-floor sitting room or creative space.

A standout feature of the upper floor is the full-length balcony, which runs along the rear elevation and is accessed from several rooms. This sunny outdoor walkway enjoys views over the courtyard and beyond, adding an unusual and appealing dimension to the home.

Outside - The property is accessed via a shared archway leading into an enclosed courtyard through a 5 bar gate with parking and seating areas.

The detached barn provides over 2,000 sq ft of additional space across two full floors. The ground floor includes two large rooms with excellent ceiling height, while the first floor has three further rooms, all currently used as workshops and studios. The first floor has its own independent access and the roof has been fully insulated and internally clad. This versatile building offers a range of potential uses, from workspace and storage to ancillary accommodation (subject to the necessary consents).

Services - All mains services connected. Gas fired central heating. Solar panels. According to Ofcom, ultrafast broadband and likely mobile coverage available.