Stone Lee, 9 Fore Street, Yealmpton, Plymouth, Devon

A Pretty Period Home
This 1885 late Victorian home exudes charm and character synonymous with this period, with stone elevations, contrasting brick cornerstones, and traditional sash windows. A lead-roofed porch, decorative metal railings, and a neatly tended topiary garden frame the approach, offering a warm welcome that hints at the period elegance within. The property’s careful detailing, from the arched side door to the garden, to the pretty porch with glazed panels, combines character with a sense of relaxed country living.

Light-Filled Living Spaces
The sitting room is enchanting, where sunlight streams through tall sash windows and frames views of the village church and surrounding countryside. At its heart, a beautiful marble fireplace with ornate carvings and a wrought iron inset and grate create a focal point for cosy evenings, while picture rails, delicate ceiling coving, circular ceiling rose and stripped back floorboards lend refined period detail. It is
a room made for living, welcoming and full of character, where quiet moments feel effortlessly special. The spacious kitchen with granite work tops forms the heart of daily life, flowing seamlessly into a light filled dining and family room created by a conservatory extension. The utility room opens onto the garden where wide paved and lawned terraces create inviting spaces to enjoy dining and play, effortlessly connecting inside and outside living. A ground floor fourth bedroom or study offers a flexible space for work, hobbies, snug or future proofed ground floor bedroom, this floor is completed by a downstairs WC. Upstairs, The first-floor landing is bright, spacious and welcoming, with a large window drawing natural light across the space and offering views of the garden. Period details, including the turned balustrade and panelled doors, add charm and character, while the wide landing provides a natural flow between the bedrooms and bathroom. The principal bedroom is a bright and generous dual aspect room, with a sash window framing far-reaching views across the village and the church. A cast-iron fireplace with decorative surround adds period charm, while the room’s generous proportions create a private and restful retreat, the bedroom is served by its own en suite, Two further spacious double bedrooms also with period fireplaces complete the accommodation on this floor, all served by a well appointed family bathroom.

Gardens and Garden Room
The gardens are a true extension of the home, offering a sense of privacy and space rarely found in a village setting. Terraces nearest the house provide areas for dining and relaxation, while lawns stretch upwards to a kitchen garden and beyond. At the top of the garden, a beautifully designed garden room / home office / studio, with power and light, offers elevated views over the Yealm Valley and the village
church. Bathed in light, it is a space for creativity, work, or quiet contemplation. Close to the house a useful outbuilding provides storage for wood, garden equipment, bikes etc keeping the outdoor areas tidy and uncluttered.

Life in the Village
Set in the heart of Yealmpton, this home is within a level walk of the village’s amenities, including a health centre with dispensary, Post Office, general stores, cafés, hairdressers, an optician, two pubs, a primary school, and the much-loved Ben’s Farm Shop. Riverside walks and a myriad of footpaths connect the village to the surrounding countryside, all within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Quick access to the A38 Devon Expressway makes commuting straightforward, with Plymouth just 7 miles away and the estuary villages of Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo only 3.5 miles distant. Mothecombe, Wembury beaches are within a 10-20 minute drive.