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" Attractive Grade II Listed thatched cottage in excellent condition having two bedrooms, enclosed private fore garden, in a superb village location. Entrance lobby; kitchen; living room; two bedrooms; bathroom; garden.

SITUATION Located only 1 mile from the beaches and wonderful coastline of Start Bay lies the picturesque village of Stokenham. Steeped in history, the village is centred around a traditional green lined with authentic thatched and slate cottages, home also to a thriving 14th century pub & restaurant. On the opposite side a magnificent 14th century church and further public house 'The Church House Inn' can be found, and the village also boasts its own primary school. With both Dartmouth & Kingsbridge within easy reach of the village, Stokenham is a sought after village in a truly unique South Hams setting.
DESCRIPTION This most traditional Grade II listed thatched cottage is set at the heart of the village, tucked up a quiet lane, is full of character and charm with spacious reception room and two double bedrooms. On entering the property, you cross a large paved courtyard which provides a wonderful setting for outdoor dining and relaxing, complete also with a brick outbuilding for storage. An entrance lobby opens through into a modern fitted kitchen with integral appliances, and a timber doorway takes you further through into a most delightful reception room with plenty of space for lounge furniture and a dining suite. With excellent head height for a period cottage, the room is beamed and features authentic flagstone flooring and an inglenook fireplace. There is also a modern fitted bathroom to the ground floor, and a spiral stone staircase leading up to the first floor landing and the two double bedrooms, each enjoying a pleasant outlook across the village. The property has been maintained to a superb standard and has just been completely re-thatched.
ACCOMMODATION Entrance via timber framed door into:-
KITCHEN 2.91m(9'7'') x 2.40m(7'10'') Two recently fitted timber framed double glazed windows to the side aspect. A range of fitted kitchen units with laminate roll edge work surface, single bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, attractive tiled splashbacks. Space for electric oven and extractor hood, space for washing machine, space for fridge, integral dishwasher, airing cupboard housing the hot water tank, access to loft. Steps lead to:-
LIVING ROOM 4.94m(16'2'') x 4.64m(15'3'') A most charming and welcoming room with two deep recessed double glazed windows to the side aspect overlooking the courtyard garden, complete with working timber shutters. Attractive stone inglenook fireplace with fitted flume suitable for a wood burner laid with a slate hearth and a most aged oak mantel. Timber beamed ceilings with good height, and authentic slate flagstone flooring. Various power points including TV aerial point. Two wall mounted electric night storage heaters. Panelled door opens into the stairwell, plus doorway into:-
BATHROOM Suite comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, concealed flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, wall mounted heater, electric heated towel rail, extractor fan.
FIRST FLOOR Landing featuring the chimney stack from the ground floor with slate tiled shelves. Loft hatch. Timber panelled doors into:-
BEDROOM ONE 5.16m(16'11'') x 2.48m(8'2'') Dual aspect room with one timber framed and one double glazed window to the front and side with views across the village and glimpse views of the sea. Wall mounted electric heater.
BEDROOM TWO 3.36m(11'0'') x 2.34m(7'8'') Timber framed double glazed window to the side aspect with views across the village. Wall mounted electric heater.
OUTSIDE A lovely courtyard garden has been paved offering a suitable place for outdoor dining and seating. A most useful brick storage shed provides adequate storage for bikes and barbeque, and the courtyard is enclosed by timber fence.
SERVICES A lovely courtyard garden has been paved offering a suitable place for outdoor dining and seating. A most useful brick storage shed provides adequate storage for bikes and barbeque, and the courtyard is enclosed by timber fence.
COUNCIL TAX Band C - Amount payable 2011/12 ?1,338.58
LOCAL AUTHORITY South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon. (Telephone 01803 861234).
VIEWING Strictly by appointment only, through Mansbridge & Balment.
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