3 bed detached house for sale

Station Road, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13

19 Station Road is a handsome period home that seamlessly blends traditional character with refined modern living. The property presents an attractive stone façade, enhanced by grand mullioned windows and climbing wisteria, set behind a neat stone wall and gated entrance. Extending to over 1,500 sq ft, it offers tasteful accommodation and elegant decor throughout, with three double bedrooms.

The entrance hall, featuring a beautiful stained-glass door and oak flooring, leads to the principal reception spaces. The generous living room is filled with natural light through a large window, creating an inviting setting. Opposite, the sitting room offers a versatile space for both relaxation and entertaining, centred around a fireplace with a decorative mantel. There is a study adjoining the sitting room, providing an ideal environment for home working. At the rear, the generous galley-style kitchen, which can also be accessed via the living room, overlooks the garden and has been stylishly updated with contemporary white cabinetry, dark work surfaces and a professional-grade range cooker. There is direct access out onto the rear garden.

On the first floor, there are three well-proportioned double bedrooms. These are served by a modern family bathroom with a bathtub and shower unit, finished with sleek tiling and contemporary fixtures. A store room, which could be used as a dressing room or play room, completes the first floor.

The walled rear gardens offer a tranquil setting and are mainly laid to lawn, featuring mature trees, flowering perennials and an ornamental pond, while the stone wall adds privacy. It also includes an area with a large polytunnel and established beds, alongside a substantial stone-built workshop, an integrated store and a secluded patio area, ideal for al fresco dining. There is secure off-road parking to the rear of the property, which allows space for multiple vehicles.

The small Dartmoor market town of Moretonhampstead is a charming, historic setting with several local amenities and leisure facilities, including shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants, a sports centre and an outdoor swimming pool. The town has a thriving community and hosts local classes and events, including food festivals and a yearly carnival. Nearby Chagford offers further facilities including additional shops, eateries and an outdoor swimming pool. Both Moretonhampstead and Chagford have primary schools, while the nearest secondary schools are found in Ashburton and Newton Abbot, such as the independent Stover School. Dartmoor National Park offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and riding with direct access to footpaths and bridleways from Moretonhampstead. Water sports and sailing can be enjoyed at Teignmouth and Shaldon, while golf is available at Stover and Bovey Tracey.

The Cathedral and university city of Exeter is situated approximately fifteen miles away. It offers a wealth of cultural and leisure activities with the theatre, museum, arts centre, private health clubs, cinemas, restaurants, cafés, wine bars and a variety of good high street and independent shopping. Many primary and secondary schools can be found in Exeter, including Exeter School and The Maynard School.

Communication links are excellent, the A30 provides fast and efficient connections to Exeter and the M5, while the A38 provides connections to Plymouth. Newton Abbot and Exeter St. Davids mainline stations offer direct services to London Paddington taking around 2 hours.