Littlehempston

A very large and unique two storey 4 bedroom barn conversion of superb quality which extends to over 2,000 sq ft

SITUATION
Hockings, Barn 3 at Higher Court Farm is one of four newly converted barns situated within the parish of Littlehempston, south of the A381 Totnes to Newton Abbot Road. The village has a church and a popular community run inn (The Tally Ho). The property lies within convenient reach of the towns of Totnes and Newton Abbot, whilst being set in a rural location. There is a mainline railway station in Totnes to London. Nearby Totnes is about 2 miles and offers an interesting range of independent shops, cafes and restaurants, galleries and good educational provision. The River Dart is celebrated for sailing and rowing and the beautiful South Devon coast. The cities of Exeter and Plymouth are both within easy commuting distance.

DESCRIPTION
The handsome courtyard of Barns have been superbly converted to a very high standard. The conversion of this barn offers an incredible amount of space and a unique design over two storeys. The barn has two sets of stairs providing access to various parts of the house. The space can be occupied in various ways with some of the rooms utilised for additional bedrooms or for reception areas. Higher Court Barns were formally an iconic farmstead in this fantastic location in this Devon Valley, renowned for its Orchards. Camelot Barn offers very spacious accommodation over two storeys with a superb south east facing open plan kitchen/sitting/dining room overlooking the garden at the rear.

ACCOMMODATION
Entering in through the front door to ground floor hall with ground floor W.C. , hand wash basin and inset spotlights. Plenty of natural light useful utility room with sink, space for washing machine. Inner hall with useful understairs cupboard. Two ground floor bedrooms with double doors opening out onto the courtyard with 'Jack and Jill' bathroom, inset spotlights, fully tiled Porcelanosa bath and shower with Grohe shower valve, Porcelanosa hand wash basin and W.C. with wall mounted backlit mirror. The property has two sets of staircases both leading from the main hall. One leading to a light and airy landing.

First Floor landing with velux window with large opening leading through to the sitting room spanning the full width of the property with large opaque window allowing plenty of natural light and windows overlooking the courtyard with access to eaves storage space. Bathroom with corner shower enclosure with Grohe shower valve, Porcelanosa sanitary fittings and backlit mirror. Bedroom with vaulted ceiling with side aspect. Stairs rise to further bedroom with dual aspect with partially vaulted ceiling, inset spotlights with its own bathroom with Porcelanosa double ended bath, Grohe shower valve, Porcelanosa wash hand basin and vanity unit with mirrored bathroom cabinet.

From the entrance hall, a flight of original stone steps led up to the large open plan Kitchen/Dining Room. The kitchen has a range of wall mounted and undercounter units, plenty of storage space. Integrated double oven, integrated Lamona microwave, five zone Neff induction hob Franke sink and a half with mixer tap drainer, integrated Bosch dishwasher, refuse and bin recycling, Neff fridge/freezer. Leading through to the garden room/snug with three bi-fold doors that open out onto the patio and garden. Stone walled rear garden and access gate to the rear. Views over the surrounding orchard meadows.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
There is courtyard parking to the front of the property for one/two vehicles. A pair of sliding doors from the open plan kitchen provide access onto a stone patio which provide access to the grass lawn. There is also access to the rear of the property and to the garden.

ADDITIONAL LAND
Additional land is available by separate negotiation. There is a paddock directly behind the courtyard of barns and a further 27 acres a short distance from the properties, the other side of the community owned orchard. This orchard can be utilised by the residents of the hamlet and is a key selling feature to enjoy.

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Each purchaser will become a director of a management company which will be set up in order for the owners to manage any communal areas.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, with Electrorod digiline electric heating, mains water, private drainage (shared drainage system between the four barns). The electricity for the drainage system is supplied from unit 1 with sub meter. EPC certificate pending as the barn is a new build property.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by prior appointment with Stags on 01803 865454.

DIRECTIONS
From the A381 Totnes to Newton Abbot Road turn off, signposted Littlehempston just to the south-west of the Pig and Whistle Public House. Proceed into the village over the stone bridge and before reaching the railway bridge, turn right towards Uphempston. Higher Court Barns will be found on the right-hand side. What3words address is https://w3w.co/knees.warthog.possibly