4 bed cottage for sale

Yealmbury Hill, Yealmpton, Devon PL8

Nestled in the heart of the sought-after South Hams village of Yealmpton, this delightful character cottage, believed to date back to 1670, offers spacious and versatile four-bedroom accommodation brimming with period charm. Enjoying elevated views across the village and surrounding countryside, the property combines historic character with exciting potential for further enhancement, including conversion of the extensive loft space and detached barn/workshop, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The picturesque village of Yealmpton enjoys a superb location between Dartmoor National Park and the stunning South Devon coastline, with Plymouth just eight miles away and the sailing haven of Newton Ferrers nearby. A range of local amenities, including shops, pubs, a primary school, health centre, restaurant and church, are all within easy reach.

The cottage retains a wealth of original features throughout, including exposed beams, flagstone and quarry tiled flooring, stone fireplaces and traditional timber detailing. Light-filled living spaces include a welcoming sitting room with an open fireplace and glazed doors opening onto the south-facing garden, creating a wonderful connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. A separate dining room provides an ideal setting for entertaining, while the spacious kitchen/breakfast room is well-equipped with quality fitted units and integrated appliances, complemented by a practical utility room.

On the first floor are four bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and delightful countryside views. A family bathroom and separate shower room serve the accommodation, while an additional reception landing provides an alternative sitting /study area . A substantial loft offers excellent scope for conversion into further accommodation, subject to planning consent.

Outside, the property enjoys attractive gardens to both the front and rear. The south-facing front garden is laid mainly to lawn with mature planting and a sunny stone terrace, while the rear garden features a patio seating area, ornamental pond, established flower borders and lawned areas, creating a private and tranquil setting.

A particular feature of the property is the detached stone barn/workshop, offering considerable potential for a variety of uses, including possible conversion to a small detached cottage, subject to obtaining the necessary consents. Additional benefits include an outside WC, detached stone garage with remote-controlled door, generous driveway parking and useful storage areas.

This unique period home presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial character property with significant future potential in one of South Devon's most desirable village locations.

Material Information

Costs and tenure
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax band: E
EPC rating: E

The building
Detached house, non-standard construction (Its and old thick stone walled cottage with a pitched slate roof)
Accessibility adaptations: None
Loft: Insulated and unboarded, accessed by accessed through a store room upstairs
Outside areas: Front garden and Rear garden
No spray foam insulation

Services
Mains electricity
Mains water
Mains foul drainage
Mains surface water drainage
Mains gas central heating
Heating features: Double glazing
Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises)
Mobile coverage: O2 great, Vodafone great, Three good, EE good
Parking: Garage, Off Street, and Driveway
Not in a controlled parking zone
No disabled parking available

Risks and restrictions
Not a listed building
In Conservation area CONSAREA_50A: Yealmpton.
No tree preservation order
Title register restrictions (DN173102):
- The owner is restricted from digging for or selling minerals found on the land separately from the land itself, unless they are sold to ecc Quarries Limited or its successors. This restriction does not apply to brick clay.
- There are rules (restrictive covenants) in a 1985 deed that limit what can be done with the property. Although one rule was removed in 2005, the remaining rules must still be followed.
- The current owner has entered into an 'indemnity covenant, ' which is a standard legal promise to follow the rules in the old deeds and to compensate the previous owner if any of those rules are broken.
No environmental risks recorded
No specialist issues recorded
Onward chain: No

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