Sowton Road, Yelverton, PL20

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION Set on the edge of the moor and approached via a gated driveway leading directly from the surrounding moorland, this charming detached home enjoys a wonderfully private setting just over two miles from the sought-after village of Yelverton, offering excellent access for commuting into Plymouth and the surrounding areas.

Originally built in the 1940s and later thoughtfully adapted from a bungalow to incorporate a first floor, the property now provides spacious and highly flexible accommodation extending to over 2,600 sq ft, ideal for a variety of lifestyles.

The property is surrounded by delightful mature gardens which create a peaceful and secluded environment. A sunny patio seating area provides the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining, whilst extensive lawned gardens are interspersed with an abundance of mature shrubs, flowering plants and established trees, giving colour and interest throughout the seasons. There is also a greenhouse, generous parking for numerous vehicles and a detached double garage.

The accommodation offers versatility throughout. An entrance porch opens into a welcoming reception hall with useful storage and access to the principal rooms. The impressive sitting room is a particularly attractive space with generous proportions, views across the gardens and an open fire, whilst the additional living room offers further reception space, ideal for family living or entertaining.

The kitchen/dining room forms the heart of the home with ample room for dining and day-to-day living, complemented by a separate utility room and a useful study, perfect for those working from home.The ground floor also offers excellent bedroom accommodation, featuring a spacious principal bedroom with a large airing/storage cupboard, together with a further bedroom and study and family bathroom facilities, making single-level living entirely possible if required, this floor is concluded with an additional cloakroom.

To the first floor are two substantial additional bedrooms, both enjoying elevated outlooks over the surrounding gardens and countryside, served by a shower room and useful attic access. This upper floor creates an ideal guest suite, teenager’s space or additional family accommodation.

Combining a superb moorland-edge position with flexible living space, mature private gardens and excellent accessibility, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home in a highly desirable semi-rural setting.

Yelverton offers a wide range of shops and facilities, including a Coop, doctor’s surgery, butcher, delicatessen, hairdresser, chemist, post office and garage. The ancient stannary town of Tavistock lies about 6 miles to the north, while the historic naval port of Plymouth is approximately 10 miles to the south. Yelverton has regular bus services to both Tavistock and Plymouth, with Plymouth providing national rail connections to London and many other destinations.

The area benefits from a comprehensive range of well-regarded primary schools, together with secondary schooling options in both Tavistock and Plymouth. Plymouth also offers further educational opportunities through its universities, as well as Derriford Hospital, one of the region’s principal healthcare centres.

Additionally, Plymouth offers cross-channel ferry services to France and Spain. The region boasts excellent sporting and leisure facilities, such as the Yelverton and Tavistock golf courses and Drake's Trail cycle path, which links Tavistock with Plymouth along the former railway line, featuring tunnels and riverside sections. Lopwell Dam, located on the lower reaches of the River Tavy, and Buckland Abbey, the former home of Sir Francis Drake, are both nearby. Cornish beaches are within easy reach, and Dartmoor National Park, covering over 300 square miles of stunning open countryside, offers plenty for outdoor enthusiasts. Sailing and other water sports are available in the Tamar and Tavy estuaries. Fishing opportunities can also be arranged on the Tamar, Tavy, and Walkham rivers.

SERVICES

Mains electricity and water, oil fired central heating, private drainage via septic tank that is shared with a neighbouring property.

OUTGOINGS

We understand this property is in band ’F’ for Council Tax.

VIEWINGS

By appointment with MANSBRIDGE BALMENT YELVERTON ON .

DIRECTIONS

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