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Lembury Road, Stoke Gabriel, Devon, TQ9 6QD

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

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Key features

  • 3 bedroom barn conversion
  • Lovely private gardens
  • Far-reaching countryside views
  • Superb Carpenter Oak extension
  • Stylish finish throughout
  • EPC Rating ‘A’ - Solar panels and air source heat pump
  • Two reception rooms with wood burners
  • Gated parking
  • Versatile outbuilding/store
  • Excellent access to Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Torbay and the coast

Description

Presented by James Cooper - Part of By Design’s network, with more than 25 years’ experience in the South Devon premium property market.

Introduction
Tucked away in a peaceful setting near the ever popular village of Stoke Gabriel, Halcyon Barn is a characterful three bedroom barn conversion with around three quarters of an acre of gardens, far-reaching countryside views and a lovely sense of privacy. The current owners have spent years getting the property to where it is today, including securing change of use from a live/work property to full residential, remodelling the upstairs layout and creating a stylish finish throughout. More recent additions such as solar panels and an air source heat pump add to the home’s practicality and efficiency, meaning this is now a home that is ready to go, where you can simply move in and enjoy.

The Inside
Halcyon Barn offers a layout that feels both welcoming and practical, with a natural flow between the principal living spaces and a finish that suits the building well.

A particular highlight is the Carpenter Oak extension, which creates a striking sitting and dining space with a wood burner and a strong sense of volume and light. It is a room that brings real character to the house and gives it much of its individuality. There is also a second reception room overlooking the garden, again with a wood burner, offering a more cosy space that works just as well for quieter evenings as it does for everyday family life.

The bespoke oak kitchen sits naturally between the two reception rooms and works well as the hub of the home, combining practicality with a finish that feels in keeping with the barn’s character. The ground floor also includes a guest bedroom, a shower room and a useful conservatory study area, giving flexibility for guests, family or working from home. Upstairs there are two further double bedrooms and a Jack and Jill wet room style bathroom with bespoke fittings.

A major part of the appeal here is the work the current owners have already done. They have not only improved the legal status of the property by achieving full residential use, but have also spent time refining the accommodation so it feels more cohesive and settled as a home. The result is a house with warmth and personality, but also one that feels straightforward and easy to enjoy from day one.

The Outside
Halcyon Barn sits behind double gates and enjoys gardens of around 0.42 an acre, giving it a strong sense of privacy and a lovely separation from the outside world.

The grounds are a real part of the appeal. There is plenty of space to relax, entertain, garden or simply enjoy the outlook, with open countryside views adding to the calm feel of the setting. It is easy to imagine long summer afternoons outside here, while the overall setting gives the property a quiet and established feel.

There is a gravel parking area for several vehicles, while a substantial outbuilding currently used for storage offers further versatility and clear potential as a home office, studio or garden room, subject to any necessary consents.

Location
One of the strongest aspects of Halcyon Barn is its setting near Stoke Gabriel, one of the most loved villages in this part of South Devon. Centred around the Mill Pool and the River Dart, Stoke Gabriel offers the kind of lifestyle that people are so often searching for in the South Hams. There is a real sense of community here, along with a village store and post office, a well regarded primary school, cafés, pubs, a quay and access to the river, all helping to give the village a relaxed yet practical feel.

What makes this location especially attractive is the balance it offers. You have all the appeal of South Hams village life, with water, countryside and a strong village atmosphere, yet you are still within easy reach of both Totnes and Torbay. Totnes adds another layer of appeal, with its independent shops, cafés, restaurants, historic character, popular market and mainline railway station offering direct links to London. Torbay is equally accessible, giving you easy access to beaches, marinas, shopping, schools and wider everyday amenities. There is also convenient access to the A38, linking Exeter and Plymouth.

For buyers looking for a full-time home, this is a big part of the appeal. You get the charm and pace of village life, with the convenience of Totnes, Torbay and wider transport links all close at hand.

Useful Information
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: South Hams
Council Tax: Band C - £2566.03 for 2026/27 tax year. Please note that second homes will attract a 100% council tax premium.
Services: Mains Water, Mains Electricity, Private Drainage
Heating: Radiator heating via Air source heat pump. Solar panels have been installed.
EPC: Rated A
Mobile Phone Signal: Good outdoor and limited indoor according to OFCOM. EE - 75%, Vodafone - 75%, Three - 61% and O2 - 43%
Internet Speed: Up to 40MBPS download speed via Superfast according to OFCOM.
Long Term Flood Risk: Very Low Risk according to the government long term flood risk checker service.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Off street
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
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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Lembury Road, Stoke Gabriel, Devon, TQ9 6QD

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£3,486
Property: £ 695,000
Deposit: £ 69,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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