The Old Vicarage Southtown, Dartmouth, Devon
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The Old Vicarage Southtown, Dartmouth, Devon The Old Vicarage Southtown, Dartmouth, Devon A very impressive, immaculate and elegant Grade II Listed period townhouse that occupies a commanding position in the heart of Dartmouth. It enjoys outstanding panoramic views out across the Dart Estuary. Totnes 13 miles (London Paddington 2 hours 50 minutes), Kingsbridge 15 miles A38 Devon Expressway 19 miles, Exeter 40 miles (London Paddington 2 hours 4 minutes) (All distances and times are approximate) Porch | Entrance hallway | Dining room | Kitchen Conservatory/family room | Utility room and downstairs cloakroom First floor drawing room| Four bedroom suites | Study/bedroom 5 Cellar Courtyard garden | Terraced garden Gross Internal floor Area (approx.): 3,137.7 sq ft (291.5 sq m) Dartmouth Exeter 6 Newcomen Road, Dartmouth 19 Southernhay East, Exeter TQ6 9AF EX1 1QD Tel: 01803 832361 Tel: 01392 423111 [email protected] [email protected] millardsproperty.co.uk knightfrank.co.uk For sale freehold The Old Vicarage (Number 17 Southtown) is an elegant and impressive period family home sitting in a commanding position on arguably the most sought-after road in Dartmouth. This mid-terrace, period townhouse is Grade II Listed and is laid out over three floors with a cellar below. Steps from the rear courtyard lead up to a terraced garden high at the rear. Although there is no dedicated private parking with the property there is plenty of public parking along Southtown and Newcomen Road as well as the public carparks in the town centre that is only a short walk away. The front door and covered porch leads through into a staircase hallway off which are in the dining room and the kitchen. The dining room is particularly impressive and has two sash windows from where one can enjoy the stunning views out across the Dart Estuary. A wide and high serving hatch links the dining room to the kitchen behind. The kitchen units were handmade in 2012 and within the kitchen there are induction hobs, an electric oven and underfloor heating. Behind the kitchen is a conservatory or family room (also with gas-fired underfloor heating) off which is a utility room and WC. Doors leads through to a rear courtyard within which is a small pond and fountain. Steps lead up from the courtyard to the terraced garden at the rear. This garden is situated high above the house and enjoys spectacular views out across the Dart Estuary and through the mouth of the river to the sea beyond. Steps lead down from the kitchen to the cellar below where there is good head height and two adjoining rooms. The main stairs lead up from the hallway to the half landing at the rear, off which is the first bedroom and an en suite shower room. The stairs leading on up to the first floor landing off which are the drawing room at the front and an office or fifth bedroom at the rear. The drawing room is particularly impressive and has three sets of sash windows with fabulous views out to sea. It also has an open, working fireplace. The stairs leading up to the second half landing off which is the second bedroom and an en suite shower room. Off the second floor landing is the principal bedroom at the front and a large en suite bathroom at the rear (with both a bath and a shower). This bathroom is particularly impressive and was made by Sapphire Spaces of Topsham. Stairs lead on up to the third floor which consists of the forth bedroom; a large family room with plenty of storage under the eaves and an en suite shower room. Dartmouth and the South Hams The charming market town of Dartmouth is located in the heart of the much sought-after area of South Devon known as the South Hams. The region is known for having an uncommonly temperate climate, consisting of lush, unspoilt countryside, hidden coombes and a spectacular coastline. Dartmouth, famous for its historic port and boating amenities, is full of character and has retained much of its original charm. The town’s many restaurants, local pubs and boutique shops are all within walking distance of the property. It is also home to the Britannia Royal Naval College. The town of Dartmouth has excellent facilities for sailing, with the Dartmouth Royal Regatta being a highlight of the racing calendar. For the more ambitious yachtsman there are deep water moorings, three marinas and a number of boat yards. For the cruising yachtsman, Dartmouth is the perfect base from which to explore France, the Channel Islands and the picturesque harbours and creeks of the West Country. Communication links are good with the A38 Devon Expressway 20 miles to the north and the M5 motorway at Exeter. There are regular Intercity rail services from both Exeter (London Paddington 2 hours 4 minutes) and Totnes (London Paddington 2 hours 50 minutes). Exeter Airport has a growing number of domestic and international flights often negating the need to travel to Bristol or the London airports. The local railway line is only used by Brunel’s Steam Fixtures and fittings Viewing Railway between Paignton and Kingswear. The sound of All items usually known as tenant’s fixtures and fittings Strictly by appointment only with joint agents Knight Frank the occasional steam engine combined with the charming whether mentioned or not in these particulars together with and Millard’s. sound of the recently renovated “Kingswear Castle” paddle all items of equipment and garden statuary are excluded steamer creates the most enchanting atmosphere across from the sale but some may be available by separate the Dart Estuary. Directions (Postcode TQ6 9BZ) negotiation. Park in the centre of Dartmouth. Walk down Lower Street Services and fork right up onto Newcomen Road. Newcomen Road Local Authority that then becomes Southtown. The Old Vicarage (#17) will Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas-fired central South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth be found on the right hand side. heating. Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE. Tel: 01803 861 234. Reception Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area 3,,317.7 sq ft / 291.5 sq m Bedroom This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. Bathroom Attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text of the Particulars Kitchen/Utility Storage Outside Recreation Connecting people & property, perfectly. Fixtures and fittings: A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller’s Solicitors. Important Notice: 1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. 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