Lot 1 - Keaton House, Ermington, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21

A DIVERSE COUNTRY ESTATE, IN THE FAVOURED SOUTH HAMS, WITH VARIED INCOME STREAMS AND FURTHER OPPORTUNITY

Description

Keaton House

At the heart of the estate lies Keaton House which is approached via a drive from the council road.
This south west facing elegant non-listed regency style principal house benefits from large sash windows and high ceilings affording excellent natural light throughout the well-proportioned accommodation which is laid out over two floors as follows:

From the garden stone steps lead to the gravel terrace and solid front door which opens to the Staircase Hall with hardwood floor and ceiling with ornate plasterwork cornice. A graceful staircase lit by a long sash window leads to the first floor. Both the Drawing room and Dining room have multiple generous sash windows with shutters overlooking the garden, ceilings with ornate plasterwork cornices and centre roses and fine carved wood fireplaces. The Study is a cosy room with dual aspect sash windows with shutters and an ornate wooden fireplace with marble hearth. A generous Cellar is accessed via a staircase from the hall.

The inner hall leads through to the stunning light filled rear Entrance Hall with secondary staircase; gun cupboard and door to Cloakroom with W.C and handbasin. Double glazed doors open to the spacious Amdega Conservatory overlooking the garden. A further passageway with storage cupboards and display shelves leads to the Garden room, an inviting living space lined with bookshelves, a marble fireplace and bay windows overlooking the courtyard. Accessed from the Dining room and the Rear entrance Hall, the Kitchen retains its original ceiling hooks and is fitted with bespoke cream units under slate work surfaces, a central island and a four oven oil fired AGA with 2 oven electric module inset into fireplace with painted wooden mantle and spice shelving. The kitchen units house Integral appliances including fridge/freezer and Miele dishwasher are incorporated within the kitchen units.

Steps lead down to the back Kitchen with fitted further kitchen units and slate worktops, Larder with slate shelving and door to outside.

The main staircase rises to the generous first floor landing off which lies the expansive Master Bedroom Suite comprising spacious bedroom with sash windows overlooking the garden, dressing closet and ensuite bathroom with panelled bath, two wash handbasins set in vanity units, shower, bidet & W.C. and built in storage units. Stairs down to dressing room with built in wardrobes and storage. The Guest Bedroom Suite is a large bedroom with bay windows and bedside display units; ensuite fully tiled bathroom with pedestal wash hand basin, bath with shower over and bidet & W.C. Bedroom 3, a dual aspect double bedroom overlooking garden. Bedroom 4, a spacious double bedroom overlooking courtyard and family bathroom with panelled bath and shower over, pedestal wash handbasin and W.C. An inner landing connects to the secondary staircase and then leads to Bedroom 5, a double bedroom with ensuite shower room and Bedroom 6, a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The secondary staircase rises to the second floor landing off which is Bedroom 7, a further large double bedroom with built in wardrobes.

Gardens and Grounds

The immediate surroundings of the house provide privacy. The gardens surrounding the house are well established and maintained and are stocked with a wide variety of unusual trees and plants with spectacular spring flowering rhododendrons, magnolias and intense autumn colour provided by a plethora of different acers. Within the garden to the west of the main house is a sheltered private garden with heated swimming pool with an attractive open fronted traditional stone barn incorporating and outdoor kitchen and dining area, and adjoining changing/shower facilities.

The sheltered walled garden and greenhouse is a particularly appealing feature of Keaton providing opportunity for a variety of domestic and leisure uses.

To the south and west beyond the formal gardens, the grounds turn to parkland running along the bank of the River Erme dotted with mature deciduous trees and within which sits the large lake.

The Power House

The charming detached Power House is situated to the east of Keaton House in a sheltered, south-facing position. Constructed of traditional stone under a slate roof, the house centres around an open plan living room/dining room featuring a wood burning stove and exposed beams. There is a kitchen and porch on the first floor, with stairs leading down to three bedrooms and a family bathroom on the ground floor.

There is a large garden laid to lawn to the east of the Power House across the entrance drive with numerous flowering shrubs.

Nos 1, 2 & 3 Keaton Cottages

Located to the south of Keaton House across Keaton Lane is a charming terrace of three cottages all of rendered stone construction under a slate roof. All three cottages have a shared front and rear garden, with the front garden leading down to the idyllic River Erme.

The cottages all have an open plan living room and kitchen with a door leading out to the rear garden on the ground floor, with two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. There is a useful stone storage shed to the rear and a shared utility room adjacent to No 3 Keaton Cottage.

Land and Woodland

The balance of the land within Lot 1 comprises a run of pasture and woodland that provides privacy and protection.

Location

The Keaton Estate is conveniently situated just a short drive from the bustling market town of Modbury, which offers a wide range of amenities including independent shops and restaurants, schools, and recreational facilities. Ermington, the immediate village and civil parish is well served by local transport options, with bus stops and the Ivybridge railway station within easy reach. The nearby A38 provides excellent transport links to Plymouth and Exeter, linking to the M5 at Exeter. 10 estate cottages and spacious detached farmhouse, an extensive range of agricultural buildings and equestrian facilities, development opportunities, and around 399 acres of productive arable, pasture and woodland enjoying fantastic views towards the open moorland of the Dartmoor National Park.

The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling both in the local countryside and Dartmoor National Park. The beautiful South Devon coastline, which is just a short distance away, is home to the sailing meccas of Salcombe and Dartmouth and are. With its combination of rural tranquillity and accessibility to urban amenities, the Estate presents a perfect opportunity for those looking to enjoy the best of both worlds. The renowned sailing destinations of Salcombe and Dartmouth are among the most distinguished coastal resorts in the South Hams. These locations are celebrated by both national and international sailors for their exceptional maritime offerings




Acreage: 44 Acres

Directions

Postcode - PL21 0LB