Swallowfields, Harrowbeer Lane, Yelverton

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Set against the dramatic backdrop of Dartmoor National Park, Swallowfields is a home that marries country elegance with practical modern living. Approached via a sweeping drive, the property immediately conveys a sense of presence and scale, offering a total parking area of approximately 100.93 sq m (1,086 sq ft). The driveway provides space for several vehicles and is enhanced by a substantial double through and through garage measuring approximately 7.3m × 6.75m (23'11" × 22'2"), complete with electric roller doors, a mechanic's inspection pit, and rear access to a hardstand. For those with a passion for motoring, a campervan, or even a small boat, this is a dream set up seldom found in homes of this kind.

Stepping inside, the generous entrance hall sets the tone for the accommodation within, light filled, airy, and thoughtfully arranged. On the ground floor, two spacious double bedrooms anchor the front of the property, while to the rear a third opens directly onto the garden through elegant French doors. The principal suite is a sanctuary in itself, offering a dressing room and an indulgent four piece en suite bathroom, a space as functional as it is luxurious. Practicality runs throughout this level, with a further shower room, a boot room with side access, and a separate utility room, the sort of details that make countryside living seamless. A charming spiral staircase rises from the heart of the house, lending a sense of character and craftsmanship.

The first floor is devoted to the art of living well. A large sitting room, anchored by a log burner, flows naturally into the dining room, where French doors open to a balcony that runs the full width of the house. From here, panoramic views sweep across the private gardens and out towards the tors of Dartmoor, a vista that changes with the seasons yet never fails to inspire. The kitchen, with its own access to the balcony, completes a circular flow that makes this level both social and practical. A fourth double bedroom and guest WC provide flexibility, ensuring this floor serves equally well for entertaining or family life.

Beneath the house lies one of Swallowfields' most remarkable secrets, a basement level extending to nearly 900 square feet. Divided into seven separate rooms, including a dedicated wine cellar and a log store, this space mirrors the footprint of the house above and offers unrivalled versatility. Whether for storage, hobbies, or creative reinvention, the possibilities are limited only by imagination.

It is, however, the gardens that truly elevate Swallowfields into something rare. Extending to approximately 0.17 acres, they unfold in a series of distinct yet connected spaces. Directly beyond the French doors of Bedroom Three lies a circular terrace, the perfect stage for summer dining. Wide lawns stretch out on either side, divided by a decorative trellis, with a mature apple tree on one side and a children's play area on the other. To the far end, a raised deck with outdoor fireplace commands magnificent views across the valley, a place to watch the sunset sink behind the moors. Practicality has not been forgotten either, with a well tended allotment complete with raised beds, potting shed, greenhouse, and composting system. Beyond this cultivated heart, slate steps lead down to a wild style paddock garden, connecting the property directly to the wider countryside. Here, the line between home and landscape blurs, the garden seems to melt into the fields and hedgerows beyond, giving a sense of boundless space.

Though the setting is deeply rural, convenience is never far away. Yelverton's village centre lies within easy reach, offering shops, cafés and everyday services, while Yelverton Surgery is less than a mile away. Horrabridge Primary and Nursery School is less than a mile distant, with Tavistock College just over four miles for secondary education. Plymouth, with its mainline rail services and wider amenities, lies only 10 miles to the south. For the outdoors enthusiast, the delights of Dartmoor are quite literally on the doorstep, with walking, riding and the Route 27 cycle trail accessible within moments of leaving the house.

Swallowfields is not simply a house, it is a lifestyle. It is a place where mornings can begin with coffee on the balcony as the sun lights the moors, where afternoons might be spent in the garden amongst apple blossom or tending to the allotment, and where evenings can be enjoyed before a fire on the deck as the valley darkens around you. Rarely does a home combine so perfectly the romance of country living with the practicality of modern life.

Priced to sell, this is more than just a house, it is your family's forever home, waiting to open its doors to you and welcome you in. 

MEASUREMENTS: Ground Floor

Bedroom One: 5.47m × 3.01m (17'11" × 9'11")

Dressing Room (Bedroom One): 1.87m × 1.95m (6'2" × 6'5")

En Suite (Bedroom One): 2.72m × 2.83m (8'11" × 9'3")

Bedroom Two: 5.92m × 2.98m (19'5" × 9'9")

Bedroom Three: 3.31m × 4.11m (10'10" × 13'6")

En Suite (Bedroom Three): 1.92m × 3.01m (6'4" × 9'11")

Shower Room: 1.74m × 1.74m (5'9" × 5'9")

Boot Room: 2.31m × 1.75m (7'7" × 5'9")

Utility Room: 2.20m × 2.26m (7'3" × 7'5")

First Floor

Living Room: 4.97m × 5.52m (16'4" × 18'1")

Dining Room: 2.29m × 4.02m (7'6" × 13'2")

Kitchen: 3.17m × 3.84m (10'5" × 12'7")

Bedroom Four: 5.38m × 2.90m (17'8" × 9'6")

Balcony: 2.36m × 8.69m (7'9" × 28'6")

Basement Level (approx. 83.3 sq m / 896 sq ft in total)

Cellar / Log Store: 5.53m × 3.01m (18'2" × 9'11"), head height approx. 1.75m (5'9")

Cellar: 5.85m × 2.00m (19'2" × 6'7"), beams at 1.42m (4'8"), joists at 1.68m (5'6")

Cellar: 5.85m × 2.98m (19'2" × 9'9"), head height approx. 1.30m (4'3")

Wine Cellar: 2.80m × 2.50m (9'2" × 8'2"), head height approx. 1.53m (5'0")

Cellar: 1.42m × 5.58m (4'8" × 18'4"), head height approx. 1.47m (4'10")

Store Room: 2.80m × 2.98m (9'2" × 9'9"), head height approx. 1.43m (4'8")

Store Room: 1.42m × 3.01m (4'8" × 9'11"), head height approx. 1.70m (5'7")

Gardens

Approx. 45m × 15m (147'7" × 49'2")

Equivalent to approx. 675 sq m / 0.17 acres 

YELVERTON´S HARROWBEER LANE Nestled in the welcoming village of Yelverton, PL20 6EA offers a charming blend of rural peace and community warmth. The neighbourhood is characterised by predominantly detached homes, many set in mature, landscaped grounds, perfect for those who value space, privacy, and tranquility.

Residents enjoy excellent access to local essentials. Horrabridge Primary and Nursery School is just 0.7 miles away, while Tavistock College serves secondary students at around 4.2 miles. Yelverton Surgery is less than a mile from the property, with wider healthcare and hospital services available in nearby Tavistock.

Commuting and connectivity are straightforward, with Bere Alston railway station just under 5 miles away offering scenic rail connections, and regular bus services from Yelverton to both Tavistock and Plymouth.

Dartmoor National Park forms the generous backdrop, ideal for walks, horse riding and cycling, including the popular Route 27 cycle trail. It is more than just a view - it is a way of life, where countryside escapes begin the moment you step outside.

In short, PL20 6EA combines serene rural charm with genuine ease of living: good schools, reliable healthcare, excellent transport links, and immediate access to the wild beauty of Dartmoor. 

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VIEWINGS We anticipate high demand for this property and advise early viewings to avoid disappointment. All applicants will be subject to a rigorous registration/ financial verification process. Viewings will be booked by appointment only, and are subject to availability. For more information, please call .
 

DIRECTIONS From Plymouth, take the A386 north towards Yelverton. At the Yelverton roundabout, continue straight ahead towards Tavistock. After approximately half a mile, turn right onto Harrowbeer Lane. Swallowfields will be found a short distance along on the left-hand side, marked by stone entrance pillars and a wide driveway.

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