Barn conversion for sale in Ash Hill, Bishopsteignton, Teignmouth TQ14

Description

Tucked away on the east side of Bishopsteignton village, you will find Whidborne Court – a one-of-a-kind Grade II listed barn conversion that's both stylish and steeped in history. Renovated with care, it boasts a new thatch roof since 2019 and is impeccably maintained. With almost 2500 sq ft of living space, there's plenty of room for entertaining and working from home. Plus, it comes with two gardens, a spacious garage, and ample driveway parking, offering all the storage and outdoor space you could need.

As soon as you step inside, you will be wowed by the impressive 30-foot open-plan kitchen, dining room, and family room. The spacious design, highlighted by a generous granite island, provides ample cupboard and countertop space. Complete with a twin Belfast sink and integrated dishwasher, the kitchen also features a freestanding seven-ring gas cooker with three ovens and a grill, along with an American-style fridge/freezer. The dining area easily fits a large table and chairs, while the family area is perfect for a sizable sofa.

Double doors open into a versatile reception hallway, suitable for a library or a relaxed snug. A striking timber door leads to the impressive sitting room, boasting an impressive and rather substantial stone fireplace with a bread oven feature, a captivating vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and access out onto the courtyard. A very handy home office with a convenient mezzanine area above, perfect for quiet reading, finishes this area perfectly. The ground floor also features a spacious utility/drying room, a separate shower room, and an understairs storage cupboard.

Upstairs, the character-filled ambiance persists with exposed timbers and vaulted ceilings. Three bedrooms and a bathroom branch off from the landing. The main bedroom impresses with a floor-to-ceiling glazed window offering views of the neighbouring Vineyards vines, along with an en suite shower room and walk-in dressing room. The remaining bedrooms maintain the charm with exposed ceiling beams and one has a very sweet window seat where you can rest with a book and enjoy the distant estuary views. The main bathroom exudes a country cottage feel, featuring exposed beams, a freestanding roll-top bath, and a corner shower.

Externally, Whidborne Court features a newly renovated Mediterranean-style courtyard with high-end tiles and full fencing for child and pet safety. It is a real suntrap in summer and is an ideal spot for outside dining or to sit and enjoy the peace around you. Across from the courtyard is the driveway area that offers Whidborne Court parking for up to four vehicles. Here you will also find the large garage with a range of substantial storage racking, which can be included in the sale. Next to the garage, steps guide you to the secluded secret garden. It's a true hidden gem, offering complete privacy and seclusion. With a vast lawn bordered by beautiful trees and hedges, there's ample room for growing vegetables and enjoying the stunning views across the estuary and surrounding countryside. It's a peaceful retreat waiting to be enjoyed.

Situation

The ever-popular estuary village of Bishopsteignton, is set above and beside the beautiful Teign Estuary. The village has a strong sense of community and is bursting with events and social groups and classes meeting up throughout the year. The Village has many local amenities, including a doctor’s surgery, post office and chemist, village shop, three pubs serving delicious food, a vineyard with restaurant, a large garden centre and two churches. Additionally, there is a well-regarded preschool and primary school and two regular bus routes servicing the village.

The seaside town of Teignmouth is around two-miles away with its promenade, sandy beaches and wide range of shops and amenities to include a mainline railway station offering a link to London Paddington, an arts quarter and various cafes and restaurants. The picturesque village of Shaldon is a similar distance away with the South West Coast Path beyond. Teignmouth golf course is also only a miles away. Good accessibility linking to the M5 north and the A38/A380for excellent access to Plymouth and exeter, making for a fast commute to the Cathedral City of Exeter with its international airport, the Princesshay shopping centre, fine dining and various private and public schools etc.

Directions

From Teignmouth take the A381 towards Kingsteignton and Newton Abbot and, upon reaching the Bishopsteignton village sign, take the first turning on the right hand side into Church Road. Continue up the hill, passing the church on the right and proceed on to Shute Hill. Turn right, immediately before the Ring of Bells public house into Radway Hill, then bear right into Radway Street. Continue on this road up over the brow of the hill then take the left turn. The property will be found on the left handside before the Vineyard entrance. Drive over the cattle grid onto the shared driveway. Follow the driveway around until you see the property on the left and parking on the right.

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Agents Note:

The owner has informed us that Whidborne Court owns the whole driveway and the neighbouring properties have right of way to get to their parking spaces. Please contact the agent for further details.