Property description

A deceptively spacious and individually styled detached home sitting high above the historic Bittaford viaduct on a private lane, with far reaching views across surrounding countryside.

Description

A deceptively spacious and individually styled detached home sitting high above the historic Bittaford viaduct on a private lane, with far reaching views across surrounding countryside. The property has been subject to extensive improvement and now offers flexible accommodation currently arranged as a four-bedroom family home taking in the glorious views from most rooms.
A central feature to Edge Hill is a stunning reception room with vaulted ceiling, galleried landing with sky lights above and double doors onto the raised terrace. There is a further reception room with fireplace housing a log burner. Also on the ground floor is a modern fitted kitchen with oak work tops, integrated appliances and a Rangemaster Range cooker, utility, study and large double bedroom. The superb bathroom is well-appointed with its free-standing bath and separate walk-in shower. Upstairs the galleried landing floods the house with light and leads to 3 further double bedrooms and a stylish shower room.
Outside, the gravelled parking area leads to steps and a pathway invites you through to a fenced and lawned garden with beautifully planted borders. From there you can follow the path to either the raised timber terrace or the delightful side/rear patio. Wherever you are in this lovely family setting, you are drawn to take in the breath-taking views across the South Hams and Western Beacon.
The current owners have obtained planning permission to extend (Dartmoor National Park Planning Authority No: 0156/15). Further details can be obtained through Christopher's South Hams.
This property is offered with no onward chain.

Key Features

No Onward Chain
Stunning Panoramic Views
South-west Facing Gardens & Terrace
Galleried Landing
2 Reception Rooms
Study
Modern Kitchen
Luxury Bathroom & Shower Room
4 Bedrooms
Parking

Situation & Amenities

The historic village of Bittaford near Ivybridge nestles under the local landmark viaduct and is bordered by the Dartmoor National Park. Offering superb transport links, Bittaford sits on the edge of the B3213 and access to the A38 to Exeter or Plymouth is within easy reach with regular bus services. The nearby train station in Ivybridge offers the picturesque Paddington – Penzance line as well. Bittaford offers a pub, village hall and children’s play
area and is a great starting point for many walking and cycling routes. Bittaford is ideally situated to benefit from many surrounding amenities as well as the natural environment on its doorstep. Alongside the bus/train provision, a continuous footpath will take you all the way from Bittaford into Ivybridge which is approximately a 2 mile gentle stroll alongside the stunning South Hams views.
Ivybridge itself is a family-orientated town with a rich heritage of traditional industries such as milling and cloth making that are still celebrated today. As well as its fascinating history, Ivybridge offers adventure. The countryside and moorland offer miles of magnificent walking trails out of the town, whilst in the town itself you’ll find pubs, eateries and a variety of shops and supermarkets. There is a good choice of primary schools in the area, including the nearby village of Ugborough, and all within the catchment of the renowned Ivybridge Community College with its World Class Quality Mark Award. There are several places of worship with noteworthy histories, Dental and gp surgeries, a minor injuries unit, two leisure centres with swimming pools, fitness suites, and various health classes. If golf is your escape, then there is the 18-hole course at nearby Wrangaton set against the backdrop of the beautiful Ugborough Beacon views. There are also the ever-popular Ivybridge Rugby, Football, Cricket, and Tennis clubs all adding to the community focus of the town.

Services

Mains Electricity. Mains Gas. Mains Drainage. Mains Water

Tenure

Freehold

Local Authority

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Totnes, TQ9 5NE

Planning Authority

Dartmoor National Park Authority, Parke, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9JQ

Council Tax Band

Council Tax Band: C

Viewings

Strictly by appointment through Christopher’s South Hams
Amenities

No Onward Chain

Stunning Panoramic Views

South-west Facing Gardens & Terrace

Galleried Landing

2 Reception Rooms

Study

Modern Kitchen

Luxury Bathroom & Shower Room

4 Bedrooms

Parking