Tanglewood Buckfastleigh | Devon | TQ11 0JR TANGLEWOOD

Built in the 1960’s by and for Mr Scoble of Blight & Scoble builders, Tanglewood is an impressive detached family residence with attractive mature gardens and pleasant vistas. The property offers versatile living and is currently occupied as a main home with a self contained two bedroom annex. Should one require, the house could be occupied easily as one dwelling with up to seven bedrooms and four reception rooms.

A feature of this lovely home are the light and spacious rooms with an open ‘leafy’ outlook and far reaching views. Accommodation is traditionally arranged over two levels with the annex predominantly situated above the garaging offering a separate access point from the side of the house. The dual aspect sitting room and kitchen / dining room are two lovely rooms opening out to a raised terrace, perfect for alfresco dining. The Annex offers well presented accommodation with its own sitting room, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms.

There is an attractive tree lined driveway with wonderful views to Dartmoor, leading to the house with a variety of trees, established shrubs and two ornamental ponds. There is parking for numerous cars both in the integral garages and outside on the driveway. There is also a tennis court (no longer in use). STEP INSIDE

On entering the property you are greeted by a wonderful solid maple wood floored hallway with reception rooms radiating off it. To the far end there are return stairs which lead up to a spacious first floor landing. There is an impressive dual aspect sitting room with doors leading out to the garden and a lovely sun terrace. There is also a useful study room and ‘open plan’ kitchen / dining room which also has doors leading strait out to the garden and is perfect for al fresco dining. There is a modern, bespoke kitchen with a comprehensive range of base level and wall mounted units with integrated appliances, Belfast sink unit and granite work tops. There is an integral oven and a separate free standing range style cooker with gas hobs and electric ovens. From the kitchen there is a handy utility room, boiler room and workshop area, which in turn leads to a tranquil garden room of generous proportion.

On the first floor there is a spacious light landing with access to the annex. There are four double bedrooms, two of which have en suite facilities and the remaining two with vanity units. All of the rooms afford wonderful views over the garden to the countryside beyond and down to the River Dart. There is also a family bathroom suite.

To the eastern end of the house steps lead up to the self contained annex. Directly outside, there is a pleasant terraced area which faces a southerly direction. From here the main door opens straight into a modern well presented kitchen and there are two bedrooms, a sitting room and modern bathroom suite completing the accommodation. As aforementioned, the annex provides income potential or purely additional bedrooms for a large family.

SELLER INSIGHT

Back in 1999 I found myself looking for a large detached house with a lovely garden and views. I didn’t want a home with many near neighbours as seclusion and privacy is something that has always been important. I came to view Tanglewood and as I was heading down the drive to the house it was clear that this was a house that would tick a lot of the boxes I wanted.

I was very impressed by the size of the receptions and it offered me all the space we wanted. The garden and greenery was very much to my liking and I have an abundance of wildlife here. Although, I haven’t used the tennis court of late we knew that Tanglewood was our perfect match! I wanted a property that offered easy access into Totnes, Exeter and Plymouth and this house has been perfect for that. Latterly, I have created a self contained annex which brings in a steady income.

The time has come to think about downsizing with both the house and gardens being larger than I require. After twenty two years of living here it will be a difficult decision but I feel now is the right time. Tanglewood will provide a wonderful opportunity for someone to buy a home with a ready income or it could be reinstated to a large detached family home.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

STEP OUTSIDE

Tanglewood is approached by an attractive, tree lined driveway with mature gardens surrounding the house. There is a large lawned section of garden leading out from the house with two attractive ornamental ponds and a lower and upper patio area outside the house. There is currently a tennis court (no longer in use) which could be resurfaced and reinstated. The garden sweeps around to the side and rear of the house where there are mature trees to perimeters, a productive Bramley apple tree, garden shed and a greenhouse.

Positioned beneath the annex is the garaging with lighting and power points.

USEFUL INFORMATION DIRECTIONS Services: Septic Tank, electricity and mains gas. TQ11 0JR. Council Tax Bands: G (main house) & A (annex) From Totnes, head out on the A385 to Shinners Bridge in Dartington. Take the third exit at House details: Tanglewood & self contained annex with separate EPC ratings (see EPC the roundabout onto the A384 heading out of Dartington towards Buckfastleigh. The turning register). for Tanglewood can be found just before The Dartbridge Inn. Head up the lane for a short Council: South Hams District Council: 01803 861234 distance and the drive for Tanglewood is the first property on the left hand side. Additional Information: Dartmoor National Park: 1 mile, Totnes (Railway Station) 5.6 miles, Plymouth 22 miles, Exeter 23 miles, Exeter Airport 26 miles From the A38 Dartbridge junction, take the A384 Totnes Road towards Totnes. After Viewing are via Ian Bransdon MNAEA at F&C on 01803 898321 / 07539273555 / ian. passing the Dartbridge Inn take the next left hand turning. Head up the lane for a short [email protected] distance and the driveway to Tanglewood is on the left hand side.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed

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