Dartmoor National Park, Plymouth
Sold Subject to Contract

5 beds | Offers over £650,000


  • Rural Hamlet
  • Character Property
  • Impressive Views
  • Delightful Setting
  • Close to Open Moorland
  • Garage/Workshop
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Country Style Kitchen and Aga
  • Two Stables
  • Approx 2 Acres

A Grade II Listed Barn Conversion, requiring updating, with 16th Century origins, offering ANNEX potential, stables and 2 ACRES OF LAND, set within Dartmoor National Park.

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION
Goodameavy Barton is set in a rural position within the western boundary of Dartmoor National Park in the peaceful hamlet of Goodameavy and is just 1½ miles from the village of Clearbrook and 2 miles from Shaugh Prior. This is a delightful part of west Dartmoor and is just 8 miles from Plymouth city centre and its many tourist attractions and maritime links, Yelverton village is four miles and the ancient stannary market town of Tavistock just 9 miles away.

There are parts of the historic property that date back to both the 13th and 16th Century and was restored in 1988 retaining many original features. The property adjoins the Manor House and Goodameavy Farmhouse in this secluded rural hamlet and is bursting with history offering an abundance of features including mullion windows, granite exposed stone walls and trusses, and wooden floors. The master bedroom boasts a vaulted ceiling and has a Juliet balcony with wrought iron balustrade which takes in the beautiful landscape and the perfect opportunity to relax in this peaceful setting. There have been considerations about this room, as it is the ideal space as a living area.

This property is full of character and offers spacious flexible accommodation comprising entrance hall (with a cloakroom off), drawing room with large natural stone fireplace, dining room/snug, large kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a range of wooden matching units and an Aga, with steps leading down to the utility room and further cloakroom.

The accommodation on the first floor includes a large master bedroom/ensuite with a vaulted ceiling a particularly attractive feature is the impressive arched window, two further double bedrooms which are both interlinked to the family bathroom and a fourth bedroom. From bedroom three there is access to a study which has the benefit of kitchen facilities and an external door which could provide annex or Airbnb potential if required.

This property now offers planning permission for a one-bedroom annex with a wet room and glass fronted doors overlooking the valley in what is the existing garage leaving a sizeable barn /workshop area with mezzanine floor above the garage.

The two fields totalling 2 acres, with water to both, are located directly in front of the house and provide easy access to the adjoining stables. There is plenty of accessible riding on your doorstep and opportunities to connect to Dartmoor and Drakes Trail cycle track just minutes from the door.

Ideally located near Yelverton and Plymouth City, making this an ideal property for commuting and or amenities.

Yelverton has a useful selection of shops, including the Coop supermarket, delicatessen, hairdressers, garage, and hotel. The ancient stannary town of Tavistock is around 6 miles to the north, with the historic naval port of Plymouth about 10 miles to the south. Yelverton has regular bus services to both Tavistock and Plymouth, where the national rail network provides connections to London and countless other destinations. Plymouth also has cross-channel ferry services to both France and Spain.

Sporting and Leisure facilities throughout the region are excellent – the Devon and Cornish beaches are within striking distance, and with Dartmoor National Park extending to over 300 square miles of stunning open countryside, there is plenty for the outdoor enthusiast to find. Sailing and other water sports are available within the Tamar and Tavy estuaries, and there are golf courses at Yelverton and Tavistock with numerous others throughout the region. There are also opportunities to fish by arrangement on the rivers Tamar, Tavy and Walkham.

ACCOMMODATION
Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances, or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.

The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as follows:

GROUND FLOOR

BOOT ROOM/UTILITY
19'9" x 6'10" (6.02m x 2.10m)

W.C
8'3" x 3'3" (2.51m x 1.01m)

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
23'3" x 13'3" (7.08m x 4.04m)

DINING ROOM
14'0" x 13'8" (4.27m x 4.18m)

HALLWAY
9'10" x 6'6" (3.00m x 1.98m)

W.C
6'6" x 5'0" (1.98m x 1.52m)

SITTING ROOM
24'0" x 13'8" (7.31m x 4.18m)

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
13'8" x 7'0" (4.18m x 2.14m)

BEDROOM ONE
19'9" x 14'0" (6.03m x 4.27m)

ENSUITE
10'8" x 9'0" (3.26m x 2.74m)

BEDROOM TWO
11'0" x 10'8" (3.35m x 3.26m)

BATHROOM
10'9” x 6'7” (3.29m x 2.00m)

BEDROOM THREE
12'5” x 9'3” (3.79m x 2.82m)

BEDROOM FOUR
13'10” x 9'2” (4.21m X 2.79m)

STUDY
19'2” x 7'4” (5.85m x 2.25m)

OUTBUILDING

GARAGE
26'1” x 14'10” (7.95m x 4.52m)

OFFICE
13'7” x 9'1” (4.13m x 2.77m)

WOOD STORE
9'1” x 8'4” (2.77m x 2.54m)

OUTBUILDING FIRST FLOOR

STORE
27'0” x 16'11” (8.24m x 5.14m)

STORAGE
16'3” x 9'1” (4.96m x 2.77m)

WOOD STORE

AGENTS NOTE
Due to personal circumstances the vendor from this property has collated a considerable amount of furniture and items that are currently being stored at the property.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, private water, private drainage, LPG heating.

OUTGOINGS
We understand this property is in band 'G' for Council Tax purposes.

DIRECTIONS
From our Yelverton office proceed down Meavy Lane which is next to our office, over the speed bumps and out of the village. After going over the river bridge continue up the hill and over the cattle grid at the top. After passing Greenwell Farm on the right take the next right on the sharp bend. Follow this road over the moorland and down the hill. The entrance will be found on the left identified by a Mansbridge Balment for sale board.

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