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Slapton,

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Detached period property
  • 5 acres bordering the River Gara
  • Character features, exposed beams, painted floor boards
  • Established south facing gardens and seating areas
  • Garage and ample parking
  • Detached studio/office
  • Private, tranquil location
  • Right of way over access road

Description

Gara Mill Cottage is a charming detached period property nestled in the most tranquil rural setting
bordering the River Gara within the Parish of Slapton.
A unique opportunity to own a property that rarely comes onto the market having had 2 owners in the
past 57 years.

The property boasts a spacious, well-maintained interior with plenty of natural light flowing through
the windows, giving it a welcoming and homely feel with accommodation comprising. Ground floor,
double height kitchen with some fitted units, integrated appliances, skylight, space for a dining table
and chairs, patio doors opening to the decked terrace overlooking the river and stable door opening
to rear graveled seating area. Larder room. Guest bedroom/office, with en-suite cloakroom and
glazed doors opening to the conservatory. The conservatory is triple aspect with partly exposed floor
boards and has double doors opening to the garden. Completing the ground floor is the sitting room
with exposed beams and painted stone fireplace inset with a log burner and timber mantle above,
space for a dining table and chairs and door to conservatory.
Upstairs are two light and airy double bedrooms with exposed painted floor boards. One has dual
windows, with window seats in each overlooking the front garden and river, built-in wardrobes, and
the other has a window seat also looking over the garden and river, cupboards, sink and access door
to the gravelled seating area. The modern fully tiled bathroom is well-appointed with white suite,
bath and separate shower cubicle.

Outside you can enjoy the peaceful, scenic views of the countryside, land and river from one of the
gravelled or decked seating areas. The garden and land are full of well-established plants, shrubs,
bushes and wonderful mature woodland, ideal for those seeking a secluded retreat and wildlife
haven, Numerous pathways lead to the private river frontage which runs the length of the property.
There is a beautiful wildflower open meadow, covered log storage area, a tractor shed and level
ground currently providing a caravan parking area.

For those who work from home, there is a detached home office/studio providing a quiet and secluded
creative work space. Ample off-street parking for added convenience.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this peaceful and picturesque property your new home.
Slapton is a beautiful and very popular village, being close to the coast, just inland from the famous Slapton Sands and lying midway between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth. It has a thriving local community with two excellent public houses, a new community village store, village hall, church, and chapel. Slapton Ley Nature Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world and is the largest freshwater lake in the south west.

Services

Mains electricity. Private water supply. Oil fired boiler.

Fixtures and Fittings

All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All others are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.

Viewing

Very strictly by appointment only through Marchand Petit (Kingsbridge office) Tel: .

Brochures

Brochure of Gara Mill Cottage
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Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Private
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Marchand Petit, Kingsbridge

94 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1PP

The Marchand Petit Estate Agents office in Kingsbridge was our first presence on the high street and opened in 1990, swiftly becoming a recognised brand in the area. It houses our experienced and professional sales and lettings teams ready to sell or let your home, or to help you find your perfect home or second home in Kingsbridge or any of the surrounding villages.

A selection of villages served by this centrally located office include Thurlestone (on the coast with its fabulous sandy beaches) to the west, Slapton (on the stunning Start Bay) to the west, Loddiswell to the north (en route to the nearby A38 Devon Expressway) and West Alvington (gateway to Salcombe) to the south.

The office is conveniently located at the top of Fore Street, with easy parking nearby.

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