Brixton, Plymouth

Set at the end of a shared, private driveway, The Stone House was once a gardener's cottage which was rebuilt in the late twentieth century into an individual 4/5 bedroom detached house. The current owners have further improved the property by rebuilding and updating the kitchen into a contemporary open plan family space, installed new bathroom suites and decorated throughout including new internal and external windows, doors and carpets. Set in circa half an acre of grounds, the property offers a high level of privacy in a convenient location in the heart of this popular South Hams village: ideally placed for commuting to Plymouth, Derriford, Devonport or further afield. A large detached double garage offers potential for an annexe/home office/studio subject to any necessary consents.
The front entrance opens to a hallway with doors to the sitting room, kitchen/dining family space, study/bedroom 5, utility room and downstairs WC. The open plan kitchen area is a wonderful blend of contemporary and country living, with a large island unit featuring a worktop made from a large sealed slice of natural wood with breakfast bar to two sides. At the end of the kitchen area is a lantern roof with large sliding glass doors opening out to the garden, creating an informal seating area for family and friends. An opening to the side leads to the dining area.
The double aspect sitting room is well proportioned with a high ceiling and a fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Large south facing French windows open out to the deck, inset with hot tub. The study overlooking the drive would be ideal for a home office space, second sitting room or as a fifth double bedroom. The utility room offers plenty of storage with a range of cupboards, worktop and space for washing machine and dryer. A cloakroom/WC with basin completes the ground floor, along with under stairs storage cupboard.
Stairs from the entrance hall lead up to the first floor. The double aspect master bedroom suite enjoys views to the South over the village to the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The master bedroom also boasts a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, WC and basin. The guest bedroom overlooks the garden and woodland area and also boasts an en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, WC and basin. Two further double bedrooms, the family bathroom with separate shower cubicle and an airing cupboard complete the first floor.

The gardens and grounds extend to approximately half an acre in total and comprises a deck and lawn flanked by old stone walls to the south of the property, a paved patio area adjacent to the kitchen/dining/family room with steps up to a further lawn enclosed by low hedging, with a paved patio to one end, storage area and barbeque. A path leads up to and around the woodland area which features a variety of trees, with spring bulbs such as bluebells and wild garlic.
A gravel driveway with electric gates provides parking and turning area for multiple vehicles.Double Garage Larger than average detached stone double garage with high roof height and two storage areas to the rear. This space has lots of potential to be a home office space, gym, studio, workshop or annexe (subject to any necessary consents).

As part of our transparency policy, we request our sellers fill out a Property Information Questionnaire. This information can be provided to you; however, we recommend that you verify any information given during the conveyancing process.Local Authority: South Hams District Council.Council Tax: Band G.Tenure: Freehold.Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.Parking: Extensive driveway parking plus large double garage.Construction: Standard.Rights of access: The Stone House enjoys a right of access over the shared driveway from the A379 up to its own private gate.

Situated at the end of a private drive, in the heart of the South Hams village of Brixton, the property boasts a convenient location coupled with a high degree of privacy. The village boasts amenities such as a CAMRA award-winning pub, Post Office/village shop, fish and chip shop, garden centre and café and filling station. OFSTED have rated the C of E primary school 'Outstanding', and the village is in the catchment for Ivybridge Community College (transport provided). Bus services (fees payable) are available to the grammar schools in Plymouth and Plymouth College.
Brixton itself is some six miles from the centre of Plymouth with wonderful walks across the local countryside and down to the Yealm estuary. Residents enjoy mooring rights under the Yealm Harbour Authority in Newton Ferrers. The historic waterfront city of Plymouth has a range of shops, department stores, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and restaurants. The nearby sandy beaches of Wembury and Mothecombe are within a 10 to 15 minute drive, as is the yachting haven of Newton Ferrers, and Plymouth Sound boasts a wide range of water-sports. Outdoor pursuits such as golf, horse-riding, cycling are all available within a short distance, as is Dartmoor National Park.

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From the Yealmpton office, proceed West along the A379 for about a mile and half until you reach the village of Brixton. Turn right into a private drive flanked by stone walls and gate posts, opposite the Foxhound. When the drive forks, keep left to the end.
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