Crapstone, Yelverton

An impressive and substantial detached residence set within an exclusive private road in the heart of Crapstone. Offering spacious and beautifully presented accommodation throughout, this energy-efficient family home enjoys south-westerly facing gardens, four double bedrooms and versatile living space, all ideally positioned for Dartmoor National Park, outdoor pursuits and convenient access to Plymouth.

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION
Set within an exclusive private road in the heart of the desirable village of Crapstone, this impressive and substantial detached home offers a rare combination of tranquillity, space and convenience. Ideally positioned for access to Dartmoor National Park and its abundance of outdoor pursuits, the property is equally well placed for commuting to Plymouth.

Constructed in the early 2000s by a private builder, this distinguished residence occupies a delightful south-westerly facing position, allowing the rear gardens and principal reception rooms to enjoy excellent natural light throughout the day.

The property is approached via a brick-paved driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, alongside easy access to the double garage. The attractive entrance is sheltered beneath a second-floor overhang supported by pillars, creating a feature that is both aesthetically pleasing and practical in all weather conditions.

Designed with efficiency and comfort in mind, the home benefits from an impressive EPC Band B rating, full double glazing, gas central heating and underfloor heating, making it both energy efficient and comfortable throughout the seasons.

Internally, the home is beautifully presented and blends contemporary styling with subtle character features that complement its village setting, including a striking stone fireplace and multi-fuel burner. The front door opens into a generous reception hallway, setting the tone for the spacious accommodation throughout.

The ground floor comprises a large kitchen/breakfast room fitted with an extensive range of wooden floor and wall units and featuring a gas-fired Aga, with direct access to the utility room and double garage. The dining room enjoys views over the patio and gardens, with patio doors opening onto the outside space, while the impressive triple-aspect lounge is flooded with natural light and centred around a welcoming log burner. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom, study and useful storage cupboard.

Upstairs, the bright and spacious landing leads to four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal suite benefits from built-in storage, delightful views over the grounds and a generous en-suite shower room featuring double sinks and a rainfall shower head. Bedroom three also enjoys the advantage of an en-suite with walk-in shower, while the family bathroom, fitted with a shower over the bath, serves bedrooms two and four.

Outside, the gardens wrap around the property within a plot extending to approximately 0.23 acres. The side gardens provide an excellent practical growing space, ideal for keen gardeners, with raised beds, a garden shed, potting shed, space for a greenhouse and a gravelled seating area, all enjoying a sunny aspect. The main gardens are also south-facing and thoughtfully arranged with paved patio seating areas and expansive lawns bordered by mature shrubs, plants and trees, creating a private and established setting ideal for both entertaining and family enjoyment.

The double garage benefits from an electric up-and-over door together with useful overhead storage accessed via a built-in ladder.

Crapstone is a small village situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park and is approximately one mile from the village of Yelverton, which provides an excellent range of everyday amenities and shopping facilities. The property is also ideally placed for families, with a selection of highly regarded primary and secondary schools nearby, including being within the catchment area for St Andrew’s C of E Primary School in Buckland Monachorum.

Plymouth lies approximately 9 miles to the south and Tavistock around 5 miles to the north.
Yelverton has a useful selection of shops, including the Coop supermarket, delicatessen, hairdressers, garage and hotel. The ancient stannary town of Tavistock is around 6 miles to the north, with the historic naval port of Plymouth about 10 miles to the south.

Yelverton has regular bus services to both Tavistock and Plymouth, where the national rail network provides connections to London and countless other destinations. Plymouth also has cross-channel ferry services to both France and Spain.

Sporting and leisure facilities throughout the region are excellent – the Cornish beaches are within striking distance, and with Dartmoor National Park extending to over 300 square miles of stunning open countryside, there is plenty for the outdoor enthusiast to enjoy. Sailing and other water sports are available within the Tamar and Tavy estuaries, and there are golf courses at Yelverton and Tavistock with numerous others throughout the region. There are also opportunities to fish by arrangement on the rivers Tamar, Tavy and Walkham.

ACCOMMODATION
Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves. The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is shown in floor plan.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage, mains gas

OUTGOINGS
We understand this property is in band ’G’ for Council Tax purposes.

VIEWINGS
By appointment with MANSBRIDGE BALMENT YELVERTON ON .

DIRECTIONS
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