Dartington, Totnes, TQ9

This is a lovely little apartment in a rather special setting in Dartington. It sits on the second floor of an unusual 1930s architect-designed building, set above the road and surrounded by its own communal gardens. There are only five apartments in the building, which gives the place a quiet and private feel. The is a covenant which states that these apartment cannot be let out so it gives you the peace that all owners are owner occupiers.

One of the nicest things about the apartment is the view. Being elevated, there are far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, giving the sitting room a wonderful sense of space and openness. It is the sort of view that changes with the weather and the seasons and is particularly easy to enjoy from the comfort of the sitting/dining room and the bedroom.

The accommodation is uncomplicated and well suited to someone who wants a comfortable home without a lot of unnecessary space to look after. There is a sitting/dining room, separate kitchen, one bedroom and bathroom. The sitting room is a good everyday living space, with room for both comfortable seating and a dining table, while the separate kitchen keeps the practical side of things neatly away.

The bedroom is peaceful, as you might expect from the setting, and there is a bathroom alongside it. Outside, the communal gardens give residents somewhere green and quiet to sit and enjoy the surroundings.

The building itself has an interesting architectural quality which is quite different from a modern apartment block. Built in the 1930s, it has a character and individuality of its own, and the fact that there are only five homes here makes it feel much more like a small house divided into apartments than a typical development.

The location is another big part of its appeal. Dartington is surrounded by some of South Devon's most beautiful countryside and has a strong sense of community, while the nearby town of Totnes offers shops, cafés, restaurants and everything needed for everyday life. There are plenty of opportunities to get out into the countryside, with the River Dart and surrounding lanes and footpaths all close by.

The apartment is leasehold with a 999-year lease and is being sold with no onward chain.

Overall, this is a home with a lot of charm in a very peaceful position. It isn't a large apartment, but it doesn't need to be. The combination of the unusual 1930s building, the privacy of having just five apartments, the gardens and those lovely open views makes it feel quite distinctive. It would make a comfortable permanent home, a quiet base in Devon or simply somewhere to escape to and enjoy the surroundings.

Garden

Communal gardens