Longcause Cross, The Old Smithy, Dartington, Totnes, TQ9 6DQ

DESCRIPTION 

Luscombe Maye are delighted to bring to market this versatile accommodation, offering two well presented family homes with attached annexe. The properties were once a village farm with adjoining wheelwrights owned by the Champernowne family of Dartington Hall. Considered a rare opportunity for multi-generational living in the highly sought after village of Dartington, the home is well connected with nearby cycle/ footpath to Totnes town's amenities. 

The Old Smithy 

Entering through the stable door, this three bedroom barn conversion is light and airy with fantastic views over the garden. The open plan kitchen/dining room comprises matching base and wall units with integrated Rangemaster, oven and gas hob, space for dishwasher and fridge/freezer with breakfast area. The living room offers stunning views towards the surrounding countryside that allows for natural light to flood the room. Also, complimented by A frame exposed beams and focal woodburner (that heats the hot water), this room is perfect for socialising with friends and family. 

Leading down the stairs, three double bedrooms can be found. The master bedroom is generous in size and benefits from three panelled  built-in mirrored wardrobes and views over the garden.   The two further double bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobe cupboards and all are serviced by the family bathroom fitted with shower unit, hand basin, bath and WC. There is also the front stable door situated from the driveway and home office room. 

Longcause Cross

Entering the stable door, you are greeted by a light and spacious sitting/ dining room that accommodates a dining-table set with plenty of space for sofa and chairs with half limestone flag flooring  and underfloor heating. The room is complemented by a large wood burner with slate hearth as a beautiful focal point of the room, with natural light flooding in throughout the day. The kitchen comprises matching floor to wall units with wood work tops and splash back with gas hob and gas oven, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher with space for a washing machine. Situated at the end of the kitchen is a breakfast area with dual aspect windows overlooking the garden. There is also a study that could be utilised as a fourth bedroom completing the ground floor accommodation. 

Stairs ascend to the first-floor landing which provides access to three bedrooms. The main bedroom benefits from a southerly aspect and built in wardrobe cupboards. There are further two bedrooms that are also serviced by the family bathroom comprising built-in hand basin, corner bath with shower above and WC. 

Yew Tree Cottage 

The annexed accommodation is an additional living space with the opportunity for income potential. The kitchen/ diner comprises an integrated double oven, four ring hob with space for washing machine and fridge freezer. Ascending the stairs, the living room is complimented by picture window overlooking the garden and leads into the conservatory that provides access onto the lawn. The generous in size bedroom across the landing benefits from built-in wardrobe space and far reaching country side views. Completing the accommodation is the wet room with shower, WC and hand basin. 

Gardens

At the rear of properties is a sizeable garden which boasts impressive views over the nearby woodland and meadow with a well manicured lawn and patio area perfect for alfresco dining. There is a useful detached stone barn with corrugated roof and door from roadside with pedestrian access into the garden. There are different areas of the garden to enjoy with further paths and patio areas framed by mature trees and leaf canopy's. 

The current owners also enjoy an additional garden space rented from Dartington Hall, that would require a separate agreement. 

Approaching the property there is driveway parking for two/three vehicles with access to the Old Smithy and Longcause Cottage, with a further pathway into the garden that leads you to all three properties. 

DARTINGTON 

Dartington is a popular village within walking distance of Totnes along foot and cycle paths. It has a good range of facilities including a fine Victorian parish church, built from materials from a previous church at Dartington Hall, a post office/general stores, primary school, community centre, garage and public house. There is also a playing field, a nature trail along the attractive Bidwell Brook and the popular Cider Press Centre. The village is best known for Dartington Hall, its literature festivals and the many cultural facilities and events that it offers. The A38, within ten minutes' drive, connects to the M5 at Exeter.

Totnes, within about 2 miles, is known as an Elizabethan town but has much earlier origins with a castle, a wonderful position on the River Dart and a main line railway station. It has a well regarded community college, full range of shops, a weekly market and a wide choice of cultural facillites.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

As part of our transparency policy, we request our sellers fill out a Property Information Questionnaire.  This information can be provided to you.  However, we recommend that you verify any information given during the conveyancing process.

SERVICES 

Longcause - mains electricity supplying sub-metered supply to The Old Smithy.  Mains water and gas. Shared private drainage (servicing all three properties).
Yew Tree Cottage - electricity meter.   Mains water and gas (gas fired boiler). 

CONSTRUCTION 

The property is understood to be stone with internal cobwall.

PARKING 

Parking for two/three vehicles at the front of the property,
There is also an EV charging point.

AGENTS NOTE

There is a separate pedestrian entrance allowing access to all three properties through the garden. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Hams District Council. Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE

Council Tax Band D - Longcause Cross
Council Tax Band E - The Old Smithy
Council Tax Band B - Yew Tree Cottage 

EPCs

Longcause Cross - C
The Old Smithy - C
Yew Tree Cottage - A

TENURE 

Freehold 

LETTINGS 

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please contact Andrew or Alex on or to discuss our range of bespoke services.

VIEWINGS 

Viewing strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye

DIRECTIONS

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From Coronation Road at the roundabout take 2nd exit onto Station Road, pass the petrol station on your left and continue over the railway bridge.  At the traffic lights, turn left towards Dartmouth and take the next right onto Barracks Hill, continue for half a mile, turn left onto Sawpit Lane and the property can be found on your right.