Sherford, Near Kingsbridge | Guide price £1,950,000 | 5 bedroom House  

Reception hall, cloakroom, drawing room, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, master bedroom suite, 4 further bedrooms (3 en-suite) bathroom.

The Barn: Hall, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, lobby, cloakroom, 2 en-suite bedrooms.
Outbuildings: Domestic stone outbuilding with stabling, modern agricultural building.

Beautifully landscaped gardens with stream and pond, tennis court, paddock and orchard. In all about 12 acres. The Location

Fursdon lies in an enviable south facing position on the side of, and overlooking, a gentle valley which is protected from the north and east, whilst enjoying outstanding views over the charming gardens and neighbouring countryside. The entrance descends down a drive sunk into the hillside, and arrives at a neat yard beside the house.

The quaint village of Sherford, combined with the creekside valley of Frogmore, maintain an active community and provide an excellent inn, a well known bakery, village shop/post office, and the 13th century church of St. Martins. The health centre and dispensary in the village of Chillington is about 2 miles to the east, towards Stokenham and Tor Cross, where there are several village inns and restaurants. Kingsbridge, approximately 5 miles to the west, provides a variety of shops, restaurants and library, good schools and leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, as well as churches and local hospital. Just 6 miles north east lies the pretty harbour town of Dartmouth, famous for its narrow streets, overhanging medieval houses and championship golf course, while the River Dart provides a fascinating and continuing panorama of activity, with fishing boats, ferries, yachts and, on occasions, naval vessels visiting the Britannia Royal Naval college. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there are numerous countryside, creekside and beach walks close to home, while the public slip at the head of the creek gives access to the water, and the Kingsbridge estuary and Salcombe harbour. There are moorings on the creek subject to application and availability.

Communications
Communications are excellent with the A38 accessed at Wrangaton to the north, providing dual carriageway access to the cathedral and university city of Exeter to the east, with links to the M5 motorway network (J31) and the coastal city of Plymouth to the west. Combined, these cities have regular inter-city rail services to London Paddington. There are regular services from Ivybridge and Totnes. In addition, there are regular internal and international flights from airports at Exeter and Plymouth, whilst Brittany Ferries operate services to France and northern Spain from the port in Plymouth.

Kingsbridge 5 miles
Salcombe and Dart mouth 7 miles
Totnes 11 miles
A38 12 miles
(distances approximate)

The Property

Fursdon was once a traditional small South Hams farmstead, thought to have originally been part of the manor of Stancombe, which has been transformed into a stunning country house supported by a beautifully converted barn and range of outbuildings. The pretty Georgina facade gives an indication to the quality of its interior. Not only does the accommodation retain the charm of the original design, with small-paned sash windows, panelled doors and charming fireplaces, but careful consideration has been taken to ensure that modern day creature comforts combine perfectly. In addition there is a remarkable barn conversion where architectural excellence and interior design combine perfectly with quality materials and contemporary flair. Great attention has not only been paid internally the gardens are beautifully landscaped and complement the properties wonderfully. The former farm buildings do not impinge upon the residential appeal the traditional stone barn beside the house, provides stabling and the potential to convert into another dwelling.

THE ACCOMMODATION

The arrangement and measurements of the accommodation, as it has been used recently, can be seen on the floor plans contained within the brochure.

GROUND FLOOR

A porch canopy supported by Ionic columns protects the six panel front door leading to the entrance hall, serving the downstairs rooms and with a turning staircase to the first floor.

Reception hall tiled floor, stairs to first floor, doors leading to
Cloak room with heritage suite, WC, wash basin, built in cupboard.
Drawing room double bay windows with charming views over beautifully landscaped gardens and pond, fireplace with marble surround and mantle.
Sitting room with similar views
Kitchen beautifully appointed, providing a range of base units and a polished granite work surface, double oven oil fired Aga, range of matching wall units, integrated dishwasher and fridge, door to lobby, open recess to
Dining room huge Ingelnook fireplace with inset wood burner, bressumer beam above, French doors to outside, door to reception hall, lobby, appliance space, door to outside, door leading to
Utility room work surface, doors and cupboards under together with appliance space for dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, built in storage cupboard housing hot water system.

On the first floor
Landing venetian style window to half landing, built in linen cupboard, doors to
Master bedroom charming views, built in floor to ceiling wardrobes and cupboards, door to
En-suite bathroom, panelled bath, double shower cubicle, wash basin, WC.
Guest bedroom with wonderful views from window seat, door to
En-suite shower room shower cubicle, wash basin, WC.
Bedroom 3 with charming views from window seat, built in floor to ceiling wardrobe and cupboard, door to
Shower room shower cubicle, wash basin, WC.
Bedroom 4 with lovely views from a double aspect, built in floor to ceiling wardrobes and cupboards.
Bedroom 5 views from window seat, built in floor to ceiling wardrobe and cupboard.
Bathroom panelled bath, wash basin, WC, hatch to roof space.

THE BARN

Front door to
Hall stairs leading to first floor, double latch doors to
Sitting room floor to ceiling opening windows leading to terrace with views over the landscaped gardens, neighbouring countryside and pond.
Kitchen with similar views through floor to ceiling opening windows, range of base units under work surface, integrated dishwasher, built in halogen hob, range of matching wall units, integrated fridge freezer, built in fan oven and microwave, latch door to
Lobby, wall cupboard, Worcester oil fired boiler, stable door to outside, latch door to
Cloakroom WC, wash basin.

On the first floor, latch doors to
Bedroom 1 delightful views, double wardrobe, latch door to
En-suite bathroom panelled bath, wash basin, WC.
Bedroom 2 views, doubl wardrobe, latch door to
En-suite shower room double shower cubicle, wash basin, WC.

THE GARDENS

Not only extensive, but every effort has been made to create outstanding grounds, surrounded by neighbouring countryside, there are beautifully landscaped gardens that lie predominantly to the south. To the far end there is a charming pond fed via a small stream that runs through the field to the north and part of the lawned area, in turn creating a lovely water feature. There are numerous gated access points to the adjoining fields. Behind a high stone wall lies a small parterre and enclosed tennis court. On the north side a pathway meanders up a bank, which is planted with numerous exotic plants, in addition to the abundant flora within the grounds.

OUTBUILDINGS

Stone barn/stable building with 3-4 purpose made stables, wide service passage and space for feed etc. The stables are served by an attractive shallow flight of steps, while above, a loft area provides ample storage area. Steel framed building 22.86m x 4.57m (75′ × 15′) with wide overhanging apron and concrete hard standing.

THE LAND

The land forms a protective ring of pasture and amenity around the house providing grazing for ponies and cattle. The fields are divided by traditional Devon hedgebanks and fences. The land and gardens extend to . acres

OTHER INFORMATION

LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter. EX2 4QD. Tel. 01392 382000.
South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon. TQ9 5NE. Tel. 01803 861234.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, private water and drainage. Oil fired heating.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All items usually known as tenants fixtures and fittings, whether mentioned or not in these particulars are excluded from the sale but many may be available by separate negotiation. Such items include all carpets and curtains, light fittings, domestic electrical items and garden statuary.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment with Jackson Stops and Staff. Prior to making an appointment to view we strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with a member of staff who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.