South Pool, Kingsbridge

An extraordinary opportunity - available for the first time in nearly a century.
This rare project offers immense potential, in one of the most breathtaking waterside locations. A once-in-a-lifetime chance to shape something truly special in a setting of unmatched natural beauty. Additional garden plot available by separate negotiation. Freehold. Council Tax Band B & B. EPC: Band G & F.

Situation - South Pool is without a doubt one of the most attractive and unspoilt villages in the South Hams. within an area of outstanding natural beauty. Nestled in the folds of rolling South Hams farmland, it lies at the head of a long creek off the Salcombe estuary, which itself provides access to the water and is navigable around high tide to the Salcombe estuary. The village is well-know for its popular pub, The Millbrook Inn, it has a fabulous community with regular events and a welcoming atmosphere, with many picturesque walks, as well as the historic 13th Century Church.

Local places of interest are Dartmouth, Salcombe harbour and the creeks towards Kingsbridge and South Pool, the coast path between Bolt Tail, Bolt Head, Prawle Point, Start Point. Salcombe is renowned for sailing, racing taking place regularly, plus a summer regatta. There are many pleasant beaches along this section of the coast path. as well as the nature reserve at Slapton Ley near Torcross.
The nearby town of Kingsbridge is a popular market town which itself 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 and paddle boarding as well as several excellent golf courses within easy reach.

Description - Available on the open market for the first time in a 100 years. A pair of stone cottages located on the waters edge, within the highly desired village of South Pool. Presenting much potential to create a fine home in this sublime location. Set within a generous plot with a attached 'tumble-down' stone barn.

Accommodation - Set in one of the most picturesque position within the village this pair of cottages presents a rare and wonderful opportunity.
The site currently features two attached cottages in need of complete renovation offering vast potential to create a truly exceptional retreat or development subject to the usual planning consents.
Each cottage has a reception room, kitchen (or part of a kitchen) two bedrooms and a bathroom.

Outside - A narrow driveway leads to the side of the cottages. To the front is a level lawn, filled with primroses, area bounded by a low stone wall. To the rear there is a large garden, previously vegetable/fruit garden with lawn with direct, uninterrupted estuary views. In addition there is a attached stone, tumble-down, outbuilding/barn with added potential.

Services - Mains water, electric. Private drainage which does not conform to the current binding rules. Solid fuel Rayburn. No central heating.
Superfast broadband is available in this location. Mobile is likely with Vodafone and O2 (OfCom),

Tenure - Freehold and currently under two titles.

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

Directions - From Kingsbridge take the A379 Dartmouth coastal road. Pass through the villages of West Charleton and East Charleton and, on reaching Frogmore, turn right over the bridge, signed South Pool. Follow this road into South Pool and head through the village passing The Mill Brook Inn on the left., taking the next small lane on the left. Follow this around round following the estuary and the cottages will be found just after the slipway on the left hand side.

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

Agents Note - In addition there is an adjoining parcel of garden, Title Number DN643818, situated to the side of the property, that is available by separate negotiation, if sold separately this area does have a right of access over the driveway.
Despite being waterside, we have been informed, by the family that during their ownership, that the property has never flooded.