Dating back, we believe to the mid-nineteenth century, Dragonfly Cottage is an elegant period property which has been sympathetically cared for and improved by the current owners. When you approach the cottage through the double electric gates and along the sweeping gravel driveway you can't help but be wowed by its beautiful stone frontage and meticulous gardens, which amount to just under half an acre. The interiors do not disappoint with a light and spacious vaulted entrance hall welcoming you in, with exposed beams and painted stone walls. To the left is a downstairs cloakroom, a large sitting room with double aspect windows overlooking the gardens, there is then a second reception room which makes for a cosy snug room. The kitchen/dining room is at the back of the house and is a fantastic size with integrated appliances and an electric Aga. There is a good array of storage with plenty of space for a large table in front of a decorative original fireplace. The vendors have added a useful utility/boot room on the rear.
Upstairs there are four double bedrooms with the master having a modern en-suite shower room. The family bathroom has a similarly modern four piece white suite, with many of the rooms having lovely views over the garden and nearby church.
The gardens here are an absolute delight and as previously mentioned amount to approximately 0.44 acres. Directly outside the cottage is a large sun terrace overlooking a pond and fountain, a quiet spot to sit out for a morning coffee. Gravel paths lead off in different directions, one snaking around the large curved flower beds to a vegetable garden, the other to a Mediterranean style herb garden and towards the double car port. The flower beds are packed full of colourful perennials and shrubs, giving interest and texture all year round. A hedge separates a further section of lawn which looks out over fields and has mature trees and a summer house, ideal for entertaining. There is also a workshop, two sheds and a log store.
Part glazed door leads to:
ENTRANCE HALL
Part vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and some white painted exposed stone walls, flagstone floor, radiator, recess with slate shelf and Uplighter, double glazed window to front.
CLOAKROOM
White suite with low flush WC wash hand basin with mixer tap and cupboard under, radiator, double glazed window to front, flagstone floor.
SITTING ROOM
6.07m x 4.96m (19'11" x 16'3")
Double aspect room with exposed beamed ceiling, and exposed stone whitewashed walls, feature fireplace with exposed stone chimney and wooden lintel over, multi fuel burner set on slate hearth, slate shelf for TV, lamp points, double glazed windows to side and front with shutters, two radiators, wall lights.
SNUG
5.58m x 3.65m (18'4" x 12'0")
Double aspect room with painted exposed beamed ceiling, flagstone flooring, fireplace with slate hearth and fitted multi fuel burner, former cloam oven, exposed stone chimney and granite lintel, recess with double glazed window to front and slate sill, single glazed window to side, radiator, under stairs storage cupboard, door conceals stairs to first floor.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
7.52m x 3.62m (24'8" x 11'11")
Fitted with a range of base units and drawers under granite work surfaces, integrated fridge, dishwasher, built in bin, corner carousel unit, matching wall cupboards concealed work surface lighting, inset AEG four ring induction hob with concealed cooker hood over, built in electric AEG oven and grill, electric two oven Aga, wooden lintel over, underslung sink with mixer tap, decorative cast iron fireplace with surround, two windows to the rear one double glazed, window to side, exposed wooden flooring thought to be formerly from Freedom Fields hospital, inset ceiling lighting, recess with shelving, radiator, storage cupboard, door to:
UTILITY/BOOT ROOM
4.90m x 2.21m (16'1" x 7.3")
Fitted base units and drawers under square edge work surfaces, tiled surrounds, inset stainless steel sink unit with single drainer and mixer tap, part vaulted ceiling with velux window, two full length pantry cupboards with shelving, plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, double glazed window to rear and side, wall lights, inset ceiling lights, radiator, tiled flooring, part double glazed door to garden.
FIRST FLOOR
Single glazed window to front at bottom of stairs with slate sill, radiator.
LANDING
Single glazed window to side, picture rail, access to loft space, radiator.
MASTER BEDROOM
5.03m x 4.54m (16'6" x 14'11")
Single glazed window to rear with wooden sill and shutters, exposed beamed ceiling with inset lighting, radiator, door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER
White suite comprising tiled shower enclosure with mains shower, glazed screen and door, low flush WC, wash hand basin with mixer tap set on wash stand with shelf under, recess with open shelves, window to front with shutters, radiator, ladder style heated towel rail, extractor fan, wall lights.
BEDROOM FOUR
3.20m x 2.57m (10'6" x 8'5")
Single glazed window to rear, exposed beam, slight sloping ceiling with inset lighting, radiator, wall light.
BEDROOM TWO
4.44m x 3.63m (14'7" x 11'11")
Single glazed window to side, built in wardrobes, radiator.
BEDROOM THREE
4.51m x 3.66m (14'10" x 12'0")
Double aspect room with single glazed window to side and rear, decorative cast iron fireplace with surround, radiator, wall lights.
FAMILY BATHROOM
White suite comprising panelled bath separate large shower enclosure with mains shower, glazed screen and door, low flush WC with concealed cistern, wash hand basin with mixer tap, cupboard under and lit vanity mirror over, double glazed window to rear, inset ceiling lighting, extractor fan, ladder style radiator, airing cupboard with tank and shelving.
EXTERNAL
Gravelled paths leading to raised terrace overlooking large pond and fountain. To the side is a workshop. Gravel path sweeps around with four raised vegetable beds flanked by curved flower beds. Large hedge separates the other half of the garden which backs onto fields. This section is laid to lawn with mature trees, a greenhouse and summerhouse with patio area. There is a further storage shed with double doors and space for a trailer. Electrically operated double gates. Oak framed double garage with log and tool store. Parking/turning circle for several cars. Further areas of interest include a Mediterranean style herb garden, plus 4 large water butts and oil tank. Gate to the side. At the front are several flower beds with climbing roses, slate chippings and railings to the side of the road, plus the floor mounted oil fired boiler.
DOUBLE GARAGE/CAR PORT
5.40m x 5.03m (17'9" x 16'6")
Oak framed, open fronted double garage with tool shed and open log store. Lighting, electrics and outside tap.
SUMMERHOUSE
4.58m x 2.78m (15'0" x 9'1")
Step up to double glazed PVC doors, half panelled walls with three double glazed windows, wall and ceiling mounted lighting, access to loft.
WORKSHOP
4.67m x 2.76m (15'4" x 9'11")
Pedestrian and single garage door opening into workshop with power, light and outside tap, numerous workbenches. Door leading to front of property.
SERVICES
Mains electric/water/drainage and oil central heating.
OUTGOINGS
We understand the property is in band 'E' for council tax purposes by internet enquiry with West Devon Borough Council.
VIEWING
By appointment with Kirby Estate Agents on 01822 612010.
MOBILE AND BROADBAND COVERAGE
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FLOOR PLAN DISCLAIMER
These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale.
TENURE
Freehold.
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