5 bedroom house for sale

Overview

The Old Vicarage is a charming and historic property nestled in the picturesque village of St Giles on the Heath. This exquisite property offers a unique blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort, providing a truly exceptional living experience. It is situated in a lovely, rural setting amidst a swathe of unspoilt Devon countryside.The property dates back to 1865 and is surprisingly unlisted. It offers large, well proportioned rooms with tall ceilings and wide, tall sash windows that allow natural light to flood the interior. It has retained many of its original architectural fittings and while preserving its historical charm, The Old Vicarage has been thoughtfully updated to meet the demands of contemporary living. The property benefits from a modern, fully-equipped kitchen, fitted with a comprehensive range of appliances, granite worktops, rayburn and amplestorage space.The ground floor has three reception rooms including a dining room, drawing room, and sitting room. Of these, the drawing room has a full height, wide bay window that provides views across the garden and out over the surrounding, lush countryside. The sitting room boasts a beautiful wood burning stove and gorgeous bay windows with French doors to the gardens.An elegant staircase leads to a large landing area from where the five bedrooms and bathroom are accessed, all of which are flexible and versatile. The principal bedroom boasts large period triple sash windows and offers sweeping view across the countryside and beyond. It also benefits from a dressing room and en suite which offer ample storage and built in wardrobes.The Old Vicarage is a truly exceptional property that seamlessly combines historical grandeur with contemporary comforts. With its stunning period features, expansive grounds, and versatile outbuildings, this residence offers a unique opportunity to own a rare piece of history.Situated in the heart of St Giles on the Heath, this property enjoys a peaceful and idyllic setting. Surrounded by rolling countryside and picturesque views, you can relish in the tranquillity of rural living while still being within easy reach of local amenities and transport links.Upon the entrance to The Old Vicarage you are greeted by a gravelled driveway to a parking area beside the house which has ample space for several cars.The gardens and grounds at The Old Vicarage are magical. Sitting in approximately 7 acres, this includes a well established, laid to lawn garden and three large paddocks. The garden includes, well-maintained lawns and border flowerbeds stocked with various colourful flowers and shrubs and an impressive stone pillared gateway which allows access to the back courtyard and several outbuildings.The gorgeous gardens sweep around to the south side of the house and is bordered by a beech hedge and stone wall and also a small pond. Outside, there is also access to the cellar. In addition to the main residence, The Old Vicarage presents a range of versatile outbuildings including a workshop, stabling and a characterful coach house. These offer endless possibilities and potential. Whether you envision a home office, artist's studio, or a space for entertaining guests, these charming structures provide the flexibility to adapt to your unique needs. The property also comprises two shepherd huts which are available by separate negotiation.Additional InformationMobile Coverage:Please look at the Ofcom website for more informationThe Old Vicarage is situated approximately 5 miles north of Launceston and 1 mile west of the popular village of St Giles on the Heath. St Giles on the Heath is a thriving and popular village with a village store, public house, school, good community spirit and various amenities. It is closeby to Launceston which offers more extensive range of shopping, leisure and health facilities. Close by is the A30, which provides a mainly dual-carriageway link between the Cathedral cities of Exeter and Truro.St Giles on the Heath 1 mile, Launceston 6.1 miles, Okehampton 19.1 miles Plymouth 31.1 miles (London Paddington 3 hours 15 minutes), Newquay Airport 44 miles (All distances and times are approximate)