Property description
A beautiful detached farmhouse with incredible countryside views available for an intial 6 months
Shaldon is a village in South Devon and is located on the south bank of the estuary of the River Teign, opposite the town of Teignmouth. It has been described as \"a quaint English drinking village, with a fishing problem\". The village is a popular bathing place and is characterised by Georgian architecture
There are a wealth of attractions including the Shaldon Wildlife Trust (a small zoo), plenty of local shops from day to day shopping to gifts & souvenirs , entertainment a plenty with lots of local pubs, bars and eateries & many more activities in and around Shaldon to suit the whole family
On a hillside above the village are gardens created by Maria 'Laetitia' Kempe Homeyard in the late 1920s and early 1930s and built by Thomas Rider, consisting of an informal terraced arboretum with a level walk along the top providing views of the Teign estuary and the Jurassic Coast. A feature of the gardens is a folly known as Shaldon Castle. First opened to the public in 1955 and currently under the stewardship of Teignbridge District Council, the gardens are open all year round
The Unspecified Shaldon Regatta takes place over 9 days at the end of August, up to 120 events take place that you can either take part in, or just watch and enjoy on the river beach in the area along Marine Parade, where the Shaldon to Teignmouth ferry lands
There are events for all ages and abilities and include; rowing, swimming, sailing and beach sports and races, rounderâs, beach football, volleyball tug of war, Kriket (Shaldon rules), King Canute and sandcastle competition, and the pillow fight which takes place on a slippery pole
This property is a detached farmhouse situated at the top of Shaldon within a peaceful and rural setting offering potential for families or a professional seeking a lifestyle beside the coast with superb views and gardens to enjoy. The farmhouse has retained many original features which compliment throughout
There is a garden with the property plus the option of an additional 1.6 acres (seperately agreeable with the landlord)
LPG gas central heating
Pets by negotiation and discussion with the landlord (additional deposit may be required depending on the pets)
Ample parking for a number of cars
Large under house storage area
The accommodation comprises:
Entrance into kitchen/breakfast room. Large bright and light room with fabulous dual aspect views over unobstructed countryside. The kitchen comprise of a good range of cream colour wall and floor units and complimentary work tops and tiling
Lovely sized lounge with large traditional log burner
Separate dining room or study with countryside views
Modern ground floor bathroom with white suite and complimentary white tiles. Hand held shower over bath
Upstairs there are three good sized double bedrooms. All benefit from some lovely views
Modern shower room with larger than average cubicle and white suite
Things we think you should know about the property:
Property is currently on for sale. We are able to offer an intial fixed term 6 motnh agreement with the option to renew on a month by month basis if the property has not sold
Council tax band E
Property managed by the agent
Set within the grounds of a quiet working farm
Property Features :
- Detached farmhouse on the outskirts of Shaldon
- Set in a rural location with fantastic countryside views
- Light and bright kitchen/diner with views of the paddock
- Spacious traditional style lounge with log burner
- Additional room could be used as study/dining/bed 4