Court Wood, Newton Ferrers, Plymouth, Devon

The approach sets the tone: a calm, established setting that leads into a generous hallway with original detailing and a welcoming sense of arrival. Two well-proportioned living spaces are oriented to the outlook; the sitting room, with a feature fireplace, flows through an arched opening into a spacious sun room offering panoramic estuary views, opening onto a decked terrace perfect for alfresco dining while watching the ever-changing tide. The kitchen combines modern function and classic styling, granite worktops, integrated Bosch appliances and roof lights drawing in the light. A practical utility sits alongside with direct access to the garden for easy indoor–outdoor living after days on the water or muddy coastal and woodland walks. Also on this level are two comfortable double bedrooms: one looks to the river, the other to the green hush of the rear garden. Both are served by a family bathroom with separate shower and bath. A dining room/fourth bedroom provides a flexible space, used either as additional living accommodation/study or as sleeping quarters for visiting family. This pleasant room opens to the garden and contains the staircase to the principal bedroom above, linking the ground and first floors.

The principal bedroom occupies the upper level, purposefully quiet and oriented to the wide estuary panorama, with en-suite facilities. Waking here is all about the view — boats at anchor, the turn of the tide, and wildlife-rich woodland beyond.

Outside, steps meander through well planted terraced borders to a recently constructed spacious composite decked seating area with glass and stainless-steel balustrade, creating a natural spot for long lunches and sunset suppers. To the rear, further terracing, a greenhouse and a small lawn create pockets for growing, pottering and privacy. A detached double garage with power, lighting and an electric door sits at street level, with additional parking to one side for two vehicles, along with a low-volt EV charger.

Directly opposite the house, a gate opens to steps down to a neighbours private quay, over which there is a right of way providing access to an outhaul mooring (running moorings typically for craft up to 16ft) subject to permission from the Harbour Master and payment of the annual outhaul licence fee. Purchasers should make their own enquiries with the harbour master. There is also a right of way over the neighbours steps to the side of the property for maintenance purposes.

Court Wood is one of Newton Ferrers’ most sought-after roads; homes here rarely come to market. This private, quiet, no-through road adjoins woodland and estuary footpaths, is a short walk from the harbour, and blends high-spec, architect-designed houses built in recent years with original 1920s–30s properties, offering scope for a future architect-led scheme (STP) or enjoyment of their period character as they are.

Newton Ferrers and neighbouring Noss Mayo are set within the South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, straddling the sheltered Yealm Estuary. The villages offer an excellent range of amenities, including a co-op, post office, pharmacy, delicatessen café, three popular pubs, two churches, yacht club, and a highly regarded primary school.

The estuary is a haven for sailing, paddle boarding, and swimming, with deep-water moorings and slipway facilities available locally. The surrounding coastline and countryside provide wonderful walking opportunities, including the South West Coast Path and National Trust owned stretches of shoreline. More comprehensive amenities can be found in Yealmpton, Modbury, Ivybridge, and Plymouth, which also provides a vibrant cultural scene, university, and mainline rail connections to London and beyond.

This fabulous property combines a prime position with lifestyle appeal in one of South Devon’s most desirable estuary villages. It is a home for those who want a seamless connection to the outdoors, generous entertaining spaces, and the tranquillity of life by the water.