Modbury, Ivybridge, Devon PL21

The Calancombe Estate is a substantial South Hams country estate near Modbury, set in about 56.45 acres with a restored farmhouse, additional 6 bedroom farmhouse and cottage, vineyard, winery, visitor facilities, pasture, orchards, gardens and ponds. Positioned in a peaceful Devon valley, between Dartmoor and the South Devon coast it offers an unusual combination of private residential living, land and an established wine tourism business.

At the heart of the estate is Calancombe Farmhouse, a high quality family home of about 4,000 sq ft. The house has stone and white rendered elevations and overlooks the gardens, ponds and land below. The accommodation is well suited to family life and entertaining, with a kitchen and breakfast room, walk-in larder, wine store, drawing room, dining room, family room, study and utility or boot room.

The kitchen and breakfast room forms the centre of the house, with a central island, direct access onto the terrace and views across the valley. The principal reception rooms include a south-facing drawing room, formal dining room with stone mullion window, family room and study, giving clear separation between entertaining, family space and home working. Upstairs are five double bedrooms, all en suite, including the principal bedroom with dressing room and bathroom.

The gardens around the farmhouse include lawns, terraces, outdoor dining areas, a barbecue and pizza oven, kitchen garden, two Alitex greenhouses, potting shed, ponds and a stream. These spaces provide a strong lifestyle setting for outdoor entertaining, gardening and family use within a private valley landscape.

Coombe Farmhouse provides substantial accommodation arranged around a courtyard. It includes an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room with vaulted ceilings and exposed oak A-frames, a cinema room, indoor swimming pool, laundry room, six bedrooms and six bath or shower rooms. It is well suited to guests, extended family, staff accommodation or continued use for holiday lettings.

Vine Cottage adds further independent accommodation close to Calancombe Farmhouse, with an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, a double bedroom and en suite bathroom. It is suitable for guest or staff use, or continued holiday letting.

The vineyard and winery form a significant part of the estate. The vines extend to about 23 acres on south-facing slopes and include varieties such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Bacchus and Ortega for still and traditional method sparkling wines. The wider planting includes orchards used for cider production and blackcurrants for cassis.

The modern winery includes a tasting space, commercial kitchen, event area and cellar door shop. The estate has developed a visitor and hospitality offering with vineyard tours, wine tastings, private dining, events and retail sales. Machinery, equipment, stock and certain fixtures and fittings relating to the trading business may be available by separate negotiation.

Calancombe offers a rare opportunity to acquire a private Devon country estate with high quality residential accommodation, flexible additional houses, established vines, a modern winery and visitor facilities, within reach of the South Devon coast, Dartmoor and key South Hams towns.

The Calancombe Estate occupies a peaceful and private position in rolling South Hams countryside, about 2 miles from Modbury. The setting is secluded, yet well placed for access to the South Devon coast, Dartmoor National Park and some of the region’s most desirable towns and villages.

Modbury provides day-to-day amenities, including independent shops, pubs and local services. Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Dartmouth are all within easy reach and offer a wider range of shops, restaurants, marine facilities and leisure opportunities.

The South Hams is known for its coastline, beaches, sailing waters and food scene. Bigbury-on-Sea and Bantham are within a short drive, offering sandy beaches, surfing and coastal walks. Salcombe and Dartmouth provide access to sailing, estuary cruising and some of the best known waterfront settings in South Devon.

The estate is also well placed for Dartmoor National Park, with extensive walking, riding and open moorland within reach. The surrounding countryside offers a network of lanes, footpaths and villages, making the location appealing for buyers seeking privacy, land and access to outdoor pursuits.

Communications are good. Ivybridge station is about 6 miles away and provides rail services to London Paddington, with journeys from approximately 3 hours 6 minutes. The A38 gives access to Plymouth, Exeter and the M5 motorway, while Exeter Airport is about 39 miles away.

Modbury 2 miles, Kingsbridge 9 miles, Salcombe 14 miles, Dartmouth 14 miles, Ivybridge station 6 miles and Exeter Airport 39 miles. Distances are approximate: