Ermington, Ivybridge

DESCRIPTION

Strode House is an outstanding country home dating back to the early 1800s. There is a wealth of historical attributes enhanced by the current owners’ extensive renovations in keeping with the period style. 

Approached by the former carriage drive through an avenue of beech, oak and walnut trees, Strode House sits proudly facing a south aspect overlooking its tiered manicured grounds. Greeted by Corinthian pillars and architraves, the front doors open into an entrance hall with original mosaic tiling followed by an impressive, vaulted hallway with a large skylight.

The expansive entrance hallway wraps around the main staircase with a welcoming reception area including a wood burning stove with slate hearth and beautiful surround. On the ground floor are the principal rooms starting with the grand drawing room with beautiful cornices and architraves, just a few of the historical features that can be found throughout Strode House. The kitchen is light and bright with access immediately to the garden and space for a large dining table. From the kitchen a link door leads to the study with a cosy feel and fireplace. Continuing to the east of the property we arrive at the large, impressive morning room, mirroring the design of the drawing room, with high decorated ceilings and two columns, an idyllic space to start your day, there is also access to the East Wing, orangery, and garden beyond. To the rear of the entrance hall are the workings of the house including the utility/boiler room, cloakroom as well as a second kitchen/reception room. 

The central Georgian staircase gives the feeling of true grandeur and leads to the part-galleried landing with a floor to ceiling arch sash window with light intricate leadwork. From the large open landing there are six bedrooms, two en-suite, and a grand family bathroom. To the south of the property are the three principal bedrooms which are of generous proportions and benefit from far-reaching views over the substantial grounds to the countryside. There is a further double bedroom to the rear with access to the East Wing.

The East Wing offers a spacious, self-contained additional residence comprising an entrance hall, snug, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, and dining room, which leads into the orangery with direct access to the garden. The first floor features three double bedrooms, a bathroom, and a loft room. The generous principal bedroom is triple aspect, with a log burner and far-reaching views. Additionally, there is a cellar that provides three useful storage rooms, a workshop, and access to the garden, offering excellent functionality and versatility.

OUTSIDE

This striking stately home sits in an elevated position within its wonderful 2.5 acres of manicured gardens. A large, level terrace—accessed directly from the property—features stone-pillared steps leading to a further lawned garden. Below, an expansive lawn bordered by mature trees extends into a copse woodland.

Re-approaching the property, you arrive at the parking area, which continues around the rear of the house—part of what was historically the carriage drive for Strode House—leading to external storage and the primary access to the East Wing. Accessible from both the front and rear of the house, a large terrace extends to the boundary and enjoys the evening sun.

To the north of the property sits a small one bed-sitting room, bathroom log cabin, currently tenanted, which may be available by separate negotiation.

SITUATION

FURTHER INFORMATION

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Council Tax: Band H.

Tenure: Freehold. 

Standard and non-standard construction including stone, granite and cob. 

Electric: mains. Water: mains. Heating: oil central heating. Sewerage: private. Broadband: ADSL. Mobile signal:

Parking: Ample driveway parking.

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

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye, Country & Waterside alternatively the Modbury Office