“A mid-century gem, with spectacular views throughout the valley”
Initially constructed within the Fifties, this excellent mid-century dwelling was the topic of full renovation in recent times by architect Nic Bailey, previously of Norman Foster Architects. Occupying an elevated place on the sting of Dartmouth city, the inverted format optimises the unimaginable views throughout the valley, with inner dwelling house of over 2,700 sq ft spanning two storeys. The inside is stuffed with revolutionary and nicely crafted design particulars, and full-height glazing brings unbelievable pure mild. Tiered non-public gardens prolong to the rear, with degree terraces main out from the higher degree. The city centre is inside straightforward strolling distance, whereas gorgeous seashores alongside the shoreline, Dartmoor Nationwide Park and the favored cities of Brixham and Salcombe all lie inside straightforward attain.
The Tour
Approached by way of a quiet nation lane, main up from Dartmouth city and harbour, the home is perched excessive on the hillside. Entrance is by way of an exterior staircase, main by way of to the corridor, with house for coats and boots and entry to the first dwelling areas.
Arguably essentially the most spectacular room in the home, the dwelling house is devised in a predominantly lateral open plan. Full of easy linear kinds, the room is oriented in the direction of the wall of glass, which frames the verdant valley backdrop. The expanses of glazing all through optimise the views from each room and invite an distinctive high quality of pure mild to flood in all through the day.
In alignment with the remainder of the home, the kitchen has been cleverly conceived for the practicalities of every day dwelling; a shiny and clear house with home equipment neatly housed in bespoke cabinetry positioned within the centre plan to create a flexible, sociable format. A log-burning range kinds a pure point of interest within the dwelling space, flanked by seating areas constructed into the partitions. Timber runs underfoot and overhead, including to the sense of refined materiality constant all through the inside.
In distinction to the primary dwelling house, the adjoining cosy has pitched ceilings, three massive skylights and loads of deep storage cabinets working the size of the eaves on both aspect. A examine or dwelling workspace can be positioned on this higher degree, with views out to the backyard by way of timber-framed glass partitions.
The decrease degree homes the 5 fantastically proportioned bedrooms, every with a superb provision of storage and views onto the entrance gardens and out to the valley. A secondary reception room, with a dramatic pitched glazed roof, presents nice flexibility of use and would lend nicely to a formidable eating room or studio.
Outside House
Externally, the gardens and terraces are an integral a part of the general expertise of the home. Primarily laid to garden, with herbaceous border and specimen bushes, they’re accessed by way of a number of factors round the home, together with the timber-clad balconies. The views from the higher terraces are breathtaking, and the skin areas are teeming with wildlife; buzzards, jays, woodpeckers and tawny owls are an everyday sight.
The Space Â
Generally known as the jewel of the South Hams, the beautiful waterside city of Dartmouth is a well-liked boating centre boasting a world-famous regatta. Steeped in historical past and recognized for its naval school, the city is characterised by its slender streets and cobbled lanes. It has a wide variety of unbiased retailers, galleries, pubs, cafes and and a number of other well-regarded eating places. Dartmouth lies inside the South Devon Space of Excellent Pure Magnificence and inside straightforward attain of the gorgeous seashores alongside the shoreline and Dartmoor. Brixham and Salcombe are additionally simply accessible.
Totnes is round half-hour’ drive away and can be nicely famend for its unbiased cafes and eateries, notably The Furry Barista, Greenfibres and Willow and likewise its charming Friday market that sells native produce, classic clothes and antiques. Close by Dartington Belief is about inside a fantastic 1,200-acre campus and presents a collection of arts and cultural occasions all year long.
For commuting and entry to the South Hams, Exeter has a global airport, Plymouth has a ferry terminal and Devon advantages from a complete rail community and street hyperlinks to the M5 motorway giving easy accessibility to the remainder of the UK and Europe.
Council Tax Band: E
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