Listed for £1,250,000
June 14, 2023
STUNNING DARTMOOR VIEWS! - A beautifully situated period residence, enjoying breath-taking panoramic views over Dartmoor, all set in glorious gardens and grounds
Location - The property occupies a wonderful position in a rural, yet accessible location in the beautiful area of mid Devon, with uninterrupted and incredible views across Dartmoor and towards Yes Tor. The property is only 1.5 miles from the busy market town of Hatherleigh which is a conservation area and has an interesting mixture of period properties along its medieval streets, an active community and close proximity to Dartmoor, the A30 and delightful surrounding countryside. The town enjoys a good range of local amenities including a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, local businesses and a community hall. There is also a variety of thriving sporting and leisure activities and popular local primary school.
Okehampton is 8.5 miles away and is a thriving market town nestled in the foothills of Dartmoor. It has a number of locally and nationally owned businesses, and an excellent range of shops (including a Waitrose). There is schooling from infant to sixth form level, and a recently introduced daily train service that runs from Exeter servicing Exeter’s private schools. It also has a community hospital and state of the art leisure centre in the lovely Simmons Park. From Okehampton, there is direct access via the A30 dual carriageway to the cathedral and university city of Exeter.
The stunning north and south coasts of Devon and Cornwall are within easy reach, with attractive beaches and delightful coastal scenery. The north Cornish coast at Bude is around 23 miles away, whilst Westward Ho! on the Devon coast is 23.5 miles distant. In 2022, the North Devon coastline was selected as a ‘World Surfing Reserve’ (WSR) – the first in the UK and only cold-water WSR in the world.
The cathedral city of Exeter is approximately 33 miles away, and boasts a flourishing university and a wide selection of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities including John Lewis and Waitrose, as well as theatres and an award winning museum. There is a David Lloyd sports club at Sandy Park, which is home to Exeter Chief’s rugby club, as well as gym, sports facilities and recreation grounds throughout the city. Exeter also benefits from access onto the M5 Motorway and international air connections via Exeter Airport.
Mileages
Hatherleigh – 1.5 miles
Okehampton – 8.5 miles
Bude – 23 miles
Exeter – 33 miles
The Property - Pangkor House is a beautifully situated period residence believed to be early Victorian with 17th century origins enjoying simply stunning views to Dartmoor and Yes Tor. The main areas of the house are of classic proportions and the annexe being the older ‘modern rustic style’. Despite the wealth of character features, the property is not listed. It has been the subject of thoughtful and extensive, yet sympathetic renovation including the addition of a new kitchen and double garage with fine attention to detail throughout by the current vendors to blend modern living whilst still retaining the period features.
The accommodation is spacious and versatile and could suit a multitude of uses. At present, it offers four reception rooms with six bedrooms, however with some minor alterations, it could easily be adapted to provide a four bedroom main residence with a separate two bedroom annexe.
The property really does make the most of the incredible south facing views on offer and all the major rooms are orientated to take advantage of the amazing Dartmoor panorama with Yes Tor at its centre. The exquisitely landscaped mature gardens only enhance the quality of this superb residence and have been designed as a series of different rooms/spaces and envelop the property beautifully.
On the opposite side of the lane is a separate 2 acre paddock that has a derelict cowshed which has the same elevated aspect as the main property benefiting from amazing views of Dartmoor (currently obscured by vegetation/trees within the plot). It is thought that this area has enormous potential for a variety of different uses, subject to any necessary planning permissions. This 2 acre paddock is available by separate negotiation.
Only with a full internal inspection can you start to appreciate the quality of the accommodation, the position and the remarkable views on offer at this truly special, one of a kind property.
The accommodation, with approximate dimensions more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans, comprises:
Front door leads to:
Entrance Hall - Storage cupboard. Doors to kitchen and snug.
Snug - Stunning imposing inglenook fireplace with exposed stonework and lintel, with wood burning stove set on a stone hearth. Deep cupboard/shelving.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - A superb light and airy dual aspect room enjoying wonderful panoramic views towards Dartmoor. Double doors lead onto the garden. The kitchen comprises a range of matching wall and base units with sink set into wooden work surfaces. Integrated dishwasher and space for range style cooker with extractor over. Central island unit.
Dining Room - Four panel bespoke half-glazed doors giving access into the conservatory. Ornate fireplace with slate surround. Ceiling coving. Original deep built-in storage cupboard.
Hallway - Stunning spacious area with original Victorian glazed doors and wide staircase leading to the first floor landing. Access to the conservatory. Window to the rear elevation.
Study - Window to the side elevation overlooking the garden. Walk-in storage cupboard.
Cloakroom - Comprising low level WC and wash hand basin. Slate flooring.
Sitting Room - A beautiful room with open fireplace and Minster style surround. Ceiling coving.
Bespoke joinery cupboard. Arched window to the side elevation. Four panel bespoke half-glazed doors lead to:
Sun Room - Windows overlooking the garden and Dartmoor beyond. Double arched door to the conservatory.
Conservatory - A stunning room with access onto the terrace and enjoying fantastic panoramic views across to Dartmoor.
Utility/Annexe Kitchen Window overlooking the driveway and pond area. Stainless steel sink set into wooden work surfaces with units below. Space for cooker, dishwasher and fridge. Slate flooring. Cupboard housing oil fired boiler. Airing cupboard. Walk-in storage cupboard. Exposed beams. Secondary stairs rise to the first floor.
Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath and double shower cubicle. Slate floor. Exposed beam.
Boot Room - Access to the garden. Slate floor. Space for cloaks. Butler sink and space for washing machine. Potential main door for annexe
First Floor Landing
Bedroom 1 - A dual aspect room with spectacular views towards Dartmoor. Built-in cupboards. Double doors lead to the covered balcony.
En Suite Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, vanity wash hand basin, double shower cubicle and a free standing bath. Window to the side elevation. Large deep heated airing cupboard and bespoke cabinets. This bathroom can also be accessed from the landing.
Bedroom 4 - Access to the balcony with spectacular views of Dartmoor.
Bedroom 2 - Access to the balcony with spectacular views of Dartmoor.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, corner shower cubicle and a vanity wash hand basin.
Covered Balcony - The fabulous balcony runs the width of the property and enjoys the spectacular views, and can be accessed from bedrooms 1, 4 and 2.
Bedroom 3 - Window to the side elevation overlooking the driveway and garden. Walk in wardrobe. Exposed beams.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, vanity wash hand basin and shower cubicle.
Bedroom - 5/Annexe Bedroom 2 Window overlooking the garden. A separate door allows access to
Bedroom 6/Annexe Bedroom 1 - Window to the side elevation overlooking the driveway and garden. Vaulted ceiling with exposed A frames and beams. There is also a staircase which leads to the utility room.
Agent’s Note: The property has the potential to create a two storey annexe at the rear of the property that would incorporate the utility, bathroom, boot room and bedrooms 5 and 6, with some alterations. This can be seen on the floorplan.
The Gardens and Grounds - Pangkor House is accessed from the privately owned lane and is approached through gates to a large gravelled parking area with space for several vehicles. Within this area there is a charming ornamental pond and a double garage (constructed in 2012 with remote controlled electric doors).
The gardens and grounds are a wonderful accompaniment to the property and given its elevation, sit beautifully within the stunning mid Devon countryside, with incredible panoramic far reaching views to Dartmoor and Yes Tor. There is also an immense sense of peace and quiet when in the gardens and grounds due to the position and area, which provides the perfect tranquil haven in which to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. There is also wonderful bird song and many wildlife visitors which is a real delight.
During their ownership, the current owners have completely redesigned the grounds, creating a beautiful space which extends to approximately 4 acres, which has been opened to the public in the National Garden Scheme. Wonderful zoned spaces throughout the grounds offer an incredible array of plants and shrubs, splendid seating areas, a summerhouse and a gazebo which fully make the most of the views. There are open lawned areas including a croquet lawn, a wildflower meadow and vegetable plot with chicken run.
In addition to the main gardens, the owners have restored a cob barn which could have some further potential, subject to any necessary consents, and currently makes a useful storage building/wood store.
A further 2 acres can be accessed across a private lane, which has the remains of a derelict stone cow shed standing on it, and this piece of ground enjoys far reaching views of Dartmoor and offers much scope and potential, subject to any necessary consents. This land, as identified on the land plan is available by separate negotiation.
Property Information
Services - Mains electricity. Private water and drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Local Authority - West Devon Borough Council.
EPC Rating: E
Directions - From Okehampton, turn right onto Market Street towards Waitrose and continue straight on to the Hatherleigh Road out of the town. At the junction, turn right onto the A386 towards Hatherleigh. As you enter the town, take the first exit at the roundabout onto the A3072 (Highampton and Holsworthy). Take the second right onto Runnon Moor Lane, and then continue for approximately one mile to the end of the tarmac road. Turn right at the private lane, signposted towards Pangkor House, where the property will be situated around a quarter of a mile along, on the right hand side, with name plate clearly displayed.
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