Mini-estate with a 'fairytale' thatched house for sale in Devon
A stunning mini-estate in Devon – made up of almost 30 acres of land, a Grade II-listed 'fairytale' thatched longhouse and two charming cottages – is up for sale.
With origins dating back to Saxon times, the historic farmstead has retained many of its original features, while being expertly renovated – complete with some beautiful, eye-catching finishes.
Starting with the main thatched longhouse, that looks fresh out of the pages of a fairytale, upon entering you are greeted by a choice of two equally spacious reception rooms, with plenty of room to relax at the end of a long day or to entertain family and friends.
The second reception room leads into a well-appointed kitchen, featuring bespoke pale green cabinetry and high-end appliances.
If you’ve always wanted to embrace indoor-outdoor living, French doors open out from the kitchen onto a dining terrace where you can eat al fresco or enjoy your morning cup of coffee while taking in the surrounding landscape.
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As you head upstairs you’ll find three of the main property's bedrooms, with two located on the first floor – alongside a family bathroom – and an impressive master suite with a spectacular vaulted ceiling and wrap-around windows to take in views of the gardens and acreage below.
An equally chic ensuite really does make this level of the home look and feel like an upscale hotel suite. But, thankfully, you won't need to worry about checking out.
In addition to the main abode, there are two additional cottages that have also been renovated to the same high standards. These semi-detached dwellings each have their own garden areas, making them a great option for family and guests to stay over, or you could even consider letting them out as a holiday homes.
If that wasn’t enough, the grounds also contain a well-equipped equestrian yard, featuring six loose boxes, two of which are located within the adjoining thatched barn, as well as post-and-railed pasture paddocks. You won’t be short on storage space either, with further outbuildings including a sizeable stone barn positioned next to the cottages and another next to the main house. Subject to planning permission, this could extend the living space further.
Being located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park makes this the ideal home and area for those who like to get out into the great outdoors. From the vast moorlands and wooded valleys to rushing streams and wetlands, opportunities for fishing, walking and cycling are right on your doorstep. But the mini-estate still feels private and secluded thanks to the rising ground, which offers a natural sound and sight barrier.
Just a few miles away, there are plenty of amenities to take advantage of in the nearby market town of Chagford, with a number of shops, schools, a library and health centre. For those looking to travel further afield, both the A30 dual carriageway and M5 motorway connect to the north, as well as Exeter’s mainline rail station.
Shilstone is currently on the market for £4,000,000 with Knight Frank.
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