Barn conversion for sale in Stoke Road, Noss Mayo, South Devon. PL8

The Wheelhouse is an idyllic, terraced barn, located in Rowden Court, a peaceful retreat surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty having the South West Coast Path and beach coves a short walk away. The twin villages of Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo are only 1 mile away and enjoy a delightful riverside setting on the wooded slopes of the estuary of the River Yealm. This sheltered, deep water mooring is much favoured by yachtsmen and provides a wide variety of amenities and a thriving community.

The barn complex was converted about 38 years ago and lies within several acres of manicured lawns and landscaped gardens including a tennis court, barbeque area and ample parking. Owners also have a lock-up storage facility and residents can use the discreet, fenced area for clothes drying and bin storage. A communal games room and laundry is also part of the freehold.

The Wheelhouse is a charming property arranged over two floors. The cottage comprises entrance hallway with cupboard for shoes and coats. This leads to 2 double bedrooms and a stylish family shower room comprising double shower, WC and hand basin. The open plan living space boasts a vaulted ceiling with character beams, electric stove and access via a stable door to the sheltered, secluded south facing courtyard with space for outside patio furniture. The kitchen has been thoughtfully planned with base units, plate rack and spaces for dishwasher, undercounter fridge freezer and freestanding oven.

Stairs lead to the first floor gallery which continues with the vaulted ceiling, character beams and Velux roof lights that give an abundance of natural light. This space has been arranged as the primary bedroom and enjoys views across the courtyard to the gardens and fields beyond. There is a convenient cloakroom with WC and hand basin and cupboards for storage and housing of the hot water tank.

Services

Mains electricity and water are connected. Private drainage. Broadband service available in the area, subject to connection charges.

Tenure

Leasehold 999 year lease. Share of Freehold. Part of freehold also owned as part of rcmc Ltd

Service charge

The whole complex at Rowden Court is run on a Limited Company basis of which any buyer would become a Freehold shareholder. The board is very well run by owner/shareholders who have a vested interest in ensuring delivery of a quality environment at an economic cost. The annual management fee for 17 Rowden Court is currently £2,453.98 (payable in two instalments) which includes Grounds Maintenance, Roof Maintenance, Sewage Plant Maintenance, External Painting, Pointing and Buildings Insurance.

Special note

The properties can be used either as holiday accommodation or as permanent homes. Owners benefit from the maintenance of the communal areas being overseen by the Management Company, so an ideal lock up and leave.

Local authority

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon. TQ9 5NE. Council tax band C

Viewings

Strictly by appointment through Luscombe Maye Newton Ferrers Office. Bespoke and out of office hours appointments can be arranged with adequate notice.

Directions

From the A379 Plymouth to Kingsbridge Road take the B3186 signposted Newton Ferrers. Enter the village and at The Green, take the left hand fork signposted Bridgend and Noss Mayo. Continue down the hill, around the hair-pin bend at Bridgend and follow the lane as it rises up through Noss Mayo. Stay on this lane and leave the village. The lane will continue in to open countryside and take a sharp left at Revelstoke House. Rowden Court is then situated a short distance along on the right hand side, with plenty of parking.