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The Royal Observer Corps (pictured) had a nuclear bunker in this Holsworthy land

Shelters could go for a bomb Two different lots of Westcountry farmland near the Cornwall/Devon border are coming to market with an unique selling point: nuclear bunkers. Titchbarrow near Otterham Station and land known as Windmill in Holsworthy both have shelters in the event of a nuclear attack. During the Cold War, they were both associated with the Royal Observer Corps, which was tasked with monitoring fallout in the event of a nuclear incident. Tom Rattray of Kivells in Launceston has been put in charge of the Titchbarrow sale. He says: “My grandfather was in the Royal Observer Corps, so when I learned about this sale, I jumped at the opportunity to handle it.”

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Commissioned in 1962, the Titchbarrow bunker is a short distance west of the A39 between two ancient burial mounds. From the entrance looking north, the “eavesdropping” radar dishes of the GCHQ Composite Signals Organisation Station at Morwenstow are visible – a potential Soviet target. “One interesting feature of the Titchbarrow bunker is that the ventilation shafts rise in a louvre fashion facing downwards – this would prevent nuclear fallout from entering them,” says Tom. The Holsworthy nuclear bunker within Horse Park Meadow is evident on the surface by a large sealed manhole cover at its entrance

near Windmill Road. From here, the Royal Observer Corps ran an aviation bomber identification operation. Both bunkers were decommissioned in 1991 by the Ministry of Defence, and ownership reverted to the landowners. The Titchbarrow bunker is contained in a parcel of 68.62 acres of pasture, going to tender with a guide price of £430,000, with a closing date of December 15. The Holsworthy bunker within Horse Park Meadow is being sold at public auction by Kivells on December 12 at 2.30pm at the new Hoslworthy Livestock Centre.

the period, so it’s good to hear that our standards haven’t dropped. “The auctions market is continuing to grow. “Buyers and sellers are attracted by the speed and the certainty of sale that auctions offer.” The next auction takes place at 2pm on December 10 at The Bedford Hotel, Tavistock. Entries include 34 Queens Road, Lipson, Plymouth, an eight/nine bedroom terrace with a £250,000 guide price.

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For more information contact Kivells on 01566 776 886 or www.kivells.com.

Home for Christmas Redrow developers are lighting up the Westcountry this Christmas, with a festive string of events. Tonight, Devonport residents are invited to see the Christmas light switch-on at Redrow’s Vision development (pictured). From 4.30-7pm, enjoy mince pies, cupcakes, Polish treats and hot apple cider before the switch-on at 5.30pm. On December 14 from 2.306.30pm, there’s festive fun at Redrow’s Clifton Heights development in Holsworthy. Meet Santa – every child gets a gift. Clifton Heights has two show homes, and there will be information about developments at College Park in Bideford and Glenwood Park in Barnstaple.

Hammer power Auction House Devon and Cornwall has been awarded two accolades at this year’s Negotiator Awards, for Residential Auction House of the Year and Franchisor of the Year. Auctioneer Adam Cook says: “We have expanded continuously over

Is your home worth its weight in gold? Probably not – but measure property prices against the gold standard. Which is the safer investment? Research by Home.co.uk has found, at the current price of gold, the average UK home would be worth 350 troy ounces of gold (around 11 kg – a massive increase on the 207 troy ounces (6kg) of three years ago.

Experts give Osborne the stamp of approval The mood was buoyant at a Westcountry gathering of property professionals on Thursday – the news on everyone’s lips was the Government’s surprise announcement on Wednesday night about reforms to stamp duty. Agents, buyers, architects, lawyers – all had something positive to say at the Heritage Homes event at their new Holland Park development in Exeter. Sparkling wine, canapés, and fancy cupcakes (laid on to celebrate the firm’s success at The Brick awards, were a perfect fit for the mood. The Government’s changes, which took effect on Wednesday at midnight, were to scrap the unpopular “slab” stamp duty, and replace it with an income-tax style levy, under which properties are taxed only on their price above each defined tax threshold. Overnight, this has meant that 98% of people buying properties will suddenly save a good chunk of change – the tradeoff is that buyers of properties above £937,500 are stuck with a much higher rate. “They should have done it years ago,” said David Lovell, a development director for Heritage Homes. “It makes much more sense. Now you won’t have to artificially adjust the price of a house just because of stamp duty.” Under the old system, a property costing between £125,000 and £250,000 was taxed at one per cent of the total amount, but if a property cost just over £250,000, the stamp duty jumped to three per cent. A further jump happened at £500,000. This meant that properties worth just above £250,000 or £500,000 were either under-priced to avoid the stamp duty rise, or overpriced to provide a margin to be bargained down. “I have one client who just decided to reduce the price of his house from £575,000 to £500,000,” said Louisa Hooper from Jackson-Stops and Staff. “Now he’s been able to change that to £525,000 because the buyer won’t

1694: The first stamp duty is introduced under William and Mary on vellum, parchment and paper for four years, “towards carrying on the war against France” 18th century:Stamp duty extends to mean a tax of a fixed amount on transactions large and small. They now include conveyances of sale and transfers of land and shares 18th and 19th centuries: stamp duties extended to cover items from newspapers and pamphlets to playing cards, perfumes, and hair powder

The UK’s unpopular “slab” stamp duty system has undergone a total reform with immediate effect from Wednesday, with the winners generally being those buying homes under £1m, and the losers those who buy pricier properties. Key details: ■ Under the old system, once you went over a threshold, the rate charged rose – and, you paid tax on the whole purchase price at the higher rate. On a £260,000 home, for example, you paid 3% on the whole price, so £7,800. That’s even though the rate from £125,001 to £250,000 is 1%, and only climbs to 3% at £250,001. ■ The new system will work like income tax, where you get a tax-free allowance, and pay a different rate of tax for each portion of the price. There’s no tax up to £125,000, it’s 2% from £125,001 to £250,000, 5% from £250,001 to £925,000 and so on. The same £260,000 property will now cost £3,000 in stamp duty.

Major changes to stamp duty, make all Westcountry homes under £937,500 cheaper to buy. Gillian Molesworth takes the temperature at an industry event have to pay so much in stamp duty, so from his point of view, it’s great. “I think it’s a fantastic kick start to the New Year. We thought next year was going to be tough, with the election coming up. “This is especially good news for the lower end of the market, although it’s going to be hard at the higher end – it will slow down the market of the one million plus homes.” Twenty-nine year old William Grant from property consultants Alder King is over the moon. Re-

cently, he and his fiancée agreed a sale on a two-bedroom house in Fairmile near Ottery St Mary for £290,000, and they exchange next week. Overnight, the couple stand to save £4,700 – it’s like Christmas come early. “I had no idea it was coming,” he said. “I wasn’t even sure it would apply to our sale, as we were already in the process. But it does, and it makes quite a difference. “We’re going to use the money to kit out the house, furniture and cur-

tains and so on. We can buy all the things I never realised were so expensive.” According to Michael Henderson, a director of Drew Pearce, the amendments look sound. “From what I’ve been able to determine so far, this legislation is imaginative and thoughtfully produced. “There are still a few pinch points at which it doesn’t make a great deal of difference, but the kinks in between have been ironed out, and there are no artificial thresholds. “I’m not sad enough to sit for hours and examine the entire graph, but I have investigated some examples, and to me it looks well thought through. “The more you look at it the more you can see tremendous amount of careful planning has gone into it. “It’s very good news particularly for first-time buyers, for whom it removes a lot of the burden.” NEXT WEEK: We hear how the top end of the market will be affected by the changes

UK stamp duties: check out the timeline Timeline:

Stamp duty reforms: major changes at a glance

1765: The attempted enforcement of a new Stamp Act in the colonies led the Americans to protest “no taxation without representation”, fuelling protests such as the Boston Tea Party 1849: Board of Stamps merged with the Board of Excise to make the new Board of Inland Revenue 1891: The Stamp Act 1891 is enacted, still containing much of the operative law on stamp duties, significantly amended by the Finance Act of 1999 2003: The Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is introduced. This is paid to the HM Revenue and Customs, and

documents no longer require a physical stamp. SLDT works on a “slab” basis, so the percent of tax applies to the whole purchase price 2012: Chancellor George Osborne introduces a new 7% “mansion tax” for properties which were valued at over £2 million 2013: The Council of Mortgage Lenders produce a detailed report calling for reform to the “slab” system December 3, 2014: The Government announces its new overhaul of stamp duty, replacing the “slab” system with one similar to income tax

■ Anyone who has exchanged contracts on a purchase by 11.59pm on Wednesday but not yet completed the purchase will have a choice whether to pay under the new or old system. If you have completed but have not yet filed your stamp duty return, you pay stamp duty under the existing rules. Martin Lewis, from the MoneySavingExpert.com, says: “I suspect the main reason for the change was to take on Labour with vastly increased rates for ‘mansion tax’ properties. “While the political arguments will rage both ways over whether it’s fair to charge those in big homes such high rates, certainly doing it via a one-off stamp duty rather than by an annual tax is a fairer system. “The key point is that it is done at the point of transaction, so people can factor it into their purchasing decision, rather than a retrospective tax as the mansion tax would’ve been for many.” From MoneySavingExpert.com

PRICE COMPARISON Purchase Price

Old Stamp Duty

New Stamp Duty

£100,000

£0

£125,001

£1250.01

£0.02

£150,000

£1,500

£500

£200,000

£2,000

£1,500

£250,000

£2,500

£300,000

£9,000

£5,000

£350,000

£10,500

£7,500

£400,000

£12,000

£10,000

£450,000

£13,500

£12,500

£500,000

£15,000

£600,000

£24,000

£20,000

£800,000

£32,000

£30,000

£1,000,000

£40,000

£43,750

£2,000,000

£100,000

£153,750

£3,000,000

£210,000

£273,750

£5,000,000

£350,000

£513,750

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£495,000

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■ Substantial Grade II Listed farmhouse ■ Rural Mid-Devon setting ■ 4 double bedrooms (2 Ensuite) ■ 3 reception rooms with high ceilings EPC : E DOWN ST MARY

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£450,000 Bodmin Moor

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Detached renovated farmhouse on Bodmin Moor. Private, yet accessible south facing site approximately 0.5 acre.

£415,000

With timeless view of hilltop Norman Castle and town this superbly designed dwelling set in south facing suntrap.

• Two reception/three bedroom dwelling plus annexe suite • Character, yet double glazed, two wood burners and central heating • Planning permission for a stunning two storey glazed gable end extension. • Two reception, kitchen, utility, bathroom and three bedrooms • Individual character and enormous potential. EPC Rating E. • Land available subject to Moorland rights. EPC Rating E.

• Two reception (plus conservatory) three/four bedrooms and three bathrooms • Private, tranquil, warm and level main garden • Discerning fitment to kitchen and bathrooms. EPC Rating C.

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£360,000 Camelford

Guide £510,000 Treburgie Water

£389,950

Impressive traditional converted barn in a quiet rural location within easy reach of the wonderful Cornish coastline.

Set comfortably within generous landscaped gardens, this impressive and commanding property enjoys a most peaceful rural setting.

Attractive three bedroom detached character property and additional guest suite quietly located in a rural setting a short distance from popular village of Dobwalls.

• Tastefully presented with three bedrooms and two bathrooms • Many original appealing features • Attractive well established gardens. EPC Rating D.

• Character features including slate flagstone flooring and exposed beams • Spacious living room/sun room, country kitchen/breakfast room & utility room • Four double bedrooms & a well appointed family bathroom. EPC Rating D.

• Generous plot of approx 1 acre of stunning landscaped gardens with outbuildings • A two storey detached barn great potential for conversion, subject to PP • Large driveway with ample off road parking. EPC Rating D.

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£350,000 Liskeard

£425,000 St Teath

Guide £395,000

Detached dormer style property in 0.86 acres Hamlet location within 2 miles of Callington and a rear paddock used as a camp site.

Detached farmhouse with outstanding uninterrupted rural views. Pasture land with natural water supply available by separate negotiation.

• Almost 2,000 sq ft of accommodation • Two receptions, five double bedrooms each with en-suite • Ample parking, garage, shed, greenhouse and chalet. EPC Rating D.

• Three bedrooms, study/fourth bedroom, dining room and well appointed kitchen • Detached 3 bedroom home situated in a lovely countryside location • Remains of a former stone built cottage with historic PP for an annexe • Improved to a high standard whilst in keeping with the original dwelling • Lifestyle property suitable for agricultural and equestrian pursuits. EPC Rating E. • Formal gardens, yard with purpose built stable block and adjoining pony paddock.

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Beautiful Georgian home is just dandy Our property this week is a beautifully restored Georgian manor house in St Clement, a stone’s throw outside of Truro. Gracious Grade II listed Park House has a distinguished history. It was remodelled around 1780 for Elizabeth Warrick, the daughter of Truro’s mayor and clearly a woman of standing. Through the centuries it has been improved by other owners – its latest ones have brought it definitively into the 21st century. The vendors prefer not to be named, but are happy to be described as a couple in their late 40s, with two school-age children. “We really feel that the Georgian period is the most successful architecturally,” explains the vendor. “We have lived in many different homes, Victorian, modern, Regency...but the Georgians are the best. “The proportions of the rooms are just right – they feel pleasant and homely, with beautiful period details, such as the coving.” Originally based in London, the vendors initially loved coming to Cornwall on holidays. “The draw was just too strong,” admitted the vendor. “There were such good schools in Truro, we decided to make it our permanent base.” He said they spent a long time searching for just the right Georgian home, but when they heard that Park House was going on the market, they leaped at the chance. “It was perfect for us: very close to the school so the kids can walk or cycle. The house ticked all the boxes: it is beautifully proportioned, with five window bays instead of three, which is unusual. It is perfectly

Gillian Molesworth finds out how Park House was lovingly modernised for family life symmetrical, with the original walled garden and paddocks – all it needed was investment to bring everything up to standard. “Essentially that meant re-wiring and re-plumbing, updating the kitchen and bathrooms to a high standard, and making it more comfortable.” You approach the south-facing Park House over a lightly wooded driveway of golden flint gravel. The reception hall leads to a drawing room with marble fireplace, a formal dining room, and a library or study. There is a bedroom on this level with an en-suite bathroom. The lower-ground floor has a separate entrance into the beautiful fitted kitchen/breakfast room, with a sitting area with a wood-burning stove.

About the area St Clement: This lovely village and parish is a stone’s throw from Truro, in the valley of the Tresillian River. It is a desirable area for both homeowners and tourists, who love the pretty riverside walks nearby.| Roads: Good – you are not far from the A390 Truro-St Austell Road. Rails: Truro is a station stop along the main London-Penzance line. Air: Newquay Airport is about 20 miles away. Schools: A great feature of Park House is that a footpath provides access to Truro School, just 3/4 of a mile’s walk. Truro School (www.truroschool.com) is a highly

regarded, coeducational independent school with around 1,000 students from pre-prep to sixth form. A range of other options is available nearby. Days out: Take the ferry to the colourful harbourside town and working port of Falmouth, or head to Truro Cathedral to listen to the beautiful music programme, including the resident choir. Eat out: The Heron Inn at Malpas is accessible via a pleasant footpath from Park House. You’ll be hard pushed to beat it for great pub food served in an atmospheric waterfront setting.

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Gracious and spacious, Park House has all the charm of a Georgian property coupled with smart modern facilities and grounds of five acres The Neptune kitchen has lovely green/grey slate work surfaces and a new electric Aga with side module, and limestone flagged flooring. There is a pleasant sitting room, bedroom/study and bathroom, laundry and office facilities. A side wing offers a further bathroom and generous utility area. From the half landing a suite includes a sitting room, bedroom and bathroom, with the two southfacing principal bedrooms overlooking the garden at first floor level where there is a big contemporary bathroom (If you appreciate high-end sanitary fittings from Lefroy Brooks, you’ll love the bathrooms at Park House). Park House also has an annexe with a separate entrance, but also connected to the house. It has a living room with stone fireplace, two bedrooms, and potential kitchen and bathroom, and could be used for guests, staff or tenants. “I’ve really enjoyed discovering more about the property as the work progressed,” said the vendor. “For instance, we discovered that the original pine floorboards were still intact under the Victorian floor. We uncovered them and restored them, and they give the house a really light and airy feel. Park House has so much history: we really feel we’ve

Park House, St Clement, near Truro £1.65 million

just been custodians of it. “From researching the right Farrow & Ball paint colours to uncovering the old bread oven, we’ve tried to be sensitive to the house’s history while making it a wonderful family home for 2014 and beyond.”

Even the Victorian floorboards didn’t go to waste – the vendor has made a fun treehouse from them. “On a fine day, I’m making a bonfire outside the walled garden, my son is up in the treehouse, and my daughter and my wife are in the

paddock with the horses,” he said. “Pretty idyllic, really.”

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Property: A fine period country house and annexe, sensitively modernised, in a peaceful rural situation Location: St Clement just 1.5 miles outside of Truro, southeast of the city towards the Tresillian River Accommodation: Four gracious reception rooms and up to eight bedrooms, with a highly flexible layout. New Neptune kitchen and electric Aga: three bathrooms have Lefroy Brooks fittings. Annexe has two bedrooms and potential for kitchen/bathroom Outside: Two acres of gardens including the previous walled garden, with lawn and varieties of climbing roses and fruit trees. Two garages or storerooms. Pony paddock of three acres includes a field shelter or tractor shed Agents: Jackson-Stops and Staff, Truro 01872 261160 www.jacksonstops.co.uk

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Striking gold at Crocadon You could bag an amazing property worth more than £2 million with several up-and-running businesses for £650,000, if you’re willing to think creatively. Crocadon Farm is on the Pentillie estate, in St Mellion in Cornwall near Saltash and the Tamar valley. The opportunity is to buy the residual term of the Farm Business Tenancy, which has 37 years remaining. “This is the sort of opportunity that one hardly ever sees,” said Will Chanter from Savills. “Crocadon is property gold – it comes with well established income streams, and the Grade II listed farmhouse is a very fine house. “An incoming tenant may have the chance to pass the lease on to the next generation, and any agreed improvements that they make to the property will be recoverable when they leave it, subject to negotiation.” Crocadon’s house is a substantial six-bedroom property in a stunning rural position, which is currently run as a B&B. Adjacent and with its own entrance is a traditional courtyard of renovated buildings currently hosting markets, and with potential for extensive retail, office, and workshop space. Within its 122 acres are 113 acres of productive organic, arable and pasture land. It also has a successful sawmill business, with all the necessary kit. “From the outset, the intention has been to create a centre for farm, forest and garden produce with the courtyard acting as the retail outlet,” said Will. “The tenants have held monthly producer markets and Brocante markets which have marked their 50th event. The farmer’s market has a 2014 Gold award from Taste of the West, and visitor numbers are regularly between 500 and 1,000, with over 300 stallholders on the books.

“Both stallholders and visitors really love the location – Pentillie has a great community.” Crocadon is now a diverse business including the farm, sawmill, markets, Christmas tree retail, and Bed & Breakfast business. Under the terms of the original lease, accommodation is made for sawmill, courtyard with up to 11 units for workshops, office and the retail of farm produce, timber products and tree culture. Additional consents under the lease include livery, short rotation tree nursery, walled garden restoration, deer park and planting of 25 acres of woodland. A personal consent exists for the current tenant to run bed and breakfast from the house. The rent is currently £13,200 per annum payable in advance in equal instalments in May and September. “This will make a tremendous home and project for someone who can’t generate the £2 million that it would take to buy a place like this,” said Will.

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Nr. Hemyock, Devon/Somerset border

Offers in Excess ÂŁ800,000

A very successful business. Two large holiday letting properties and a site with planning consent to build a third property, in a stunning woodland setting on the Blackdown Hills. In all about 29.2 acres including commercial woodland. EPC ratings C. KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter william.morrison@knightfrank.com

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Princesshay, Exeter

Guide Price £250,000

Beautifully appointed first floor apartment. Spacious living/dining room with balcony, a state of the art kitchen and 2 bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room and there is also a separate bathroom. The property has exclusive access to a shared roof garden overlooking the Cathedral and its own private parking space. EPC rating C KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter chris.clifford@knightfrank.com

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Guide Price £995,000

One of the finest views in Polzeath. 4 bedroomed family home that could divide nicely into 2 parts; each having 2 bedrooms. Easy walking distance to Polzeath beach. Private parking, gardens with patio, lawn and fabulous decking area. EPC rating D KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter christopher.bailey@knightfrank.com

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Offers in Excess £850,000

A detached Grade II listed, Georgian townhouse for sale in an extremely convenient location. 6 bedrooms, the master being ensuite, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms and a cellar. Set well back from the road, plenty of off-road parking and garage. To the rear there is an enclosed south facing garden. KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter chris.clifford@knightfrank.com

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Polzeath, Cornwall

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Wembury Point, Devon

Offers in Excess £1,000,000

A contemporary design by a well-known local architect. This ecologically friendly home with panoramic sea views, 5 bedrooms (4 ensuite), 2 reception rooms, gym, landscaped gardens, double integral garage. EPC rating C KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter richard.speedy@knightfrank.com

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Guide Price £1,150,000

High quality detached house in a country location. 5 bedrooms, 5 reception rooms and 4 bathrooms. Landscaped level gardens. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Summer house. Detached triple garage with studio/gym above. Parking. EPC rating D. JSA: Jackson Stops and Staff, Exeter KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter richard.speedy@knightfrank.com

South Knighton, Devon

Guide Price £1,175,000

A beautiful Grade II listed property surrounded by open countryside. 7 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms, range of traditional outbuildings with potential for conversion subject to planning consent. Formal gardens, enclosed vegetable garden, swimming pool, 4 acres of wooded grounds, ample parking. JSA: Jackson Stops and Staff, Exeter KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter richard.speedy@knightfrank.com

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Portlooe, Cornwall

Guide Price £1,250,000

Immaculate 5 bedroom farmhouse and 1 bedroom cottage with excellent equestrian facilities close to the coastline. 9 loose boxes. 2 barns and tack room. About 14 acres of well fenced pasture with field shelters. Manege. 2 bedroom mobile home (potential for additional cottage STPP). EPC rating D. KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter richard.speedy@knightfrank.com

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Bishopsteignton, Devon

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Detached house with cottage, in need of refurbishment/redevelopment, just outside the village of Bishopsteignton. 4 bedrooms, 3 reception Rooms, 2 bathrooms, far reaching views over the Teign Estuary. Gardens and grounds surrounding the house including lawns, an orchard, pasture and woodland. In all about 37 acres. EPC rating E KnightFrank.co.uk/Exeter richard.speedy@knightfrank.com

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Guide Price £390,000

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Guide Price £750,000 Clapham, Exeter

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Ashprington, Totnes

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A private residence with outstanding countryside views

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Marwell Cross Gardens is a four-bedroom house near the coast. It has nearly four acres including a pony paddock, sun terrace, and artist’s studio, with plenty of places to sit and admire the beautiful planting. Agents: Luscombe Maye, Modbury, 01548 830831, www.luscombemaye.com

Goodleigh near Barnstaple oieo £795,000

A Grade II* listed period farmhouse, Deanhead has formal gardens include water features, an orchard and kitchen garden, as well as two paddocks. Agents: Stags, Barnstaple 01271 322833, www.stags.co.uk

Bampton £229,950

Two-bedroom Lilypad Cottage in Frog Street is a real prince: its charming cottage garden has lovely views of the countryside. Agents: Seddons, Bampton 01398 332006, www.seddons.com

The right time to There’s no better time to plant trees and conifers, particularly bare-root ones, than when the plants are dormant but the soil is still warm enough for the roots to become established before spring. If National Tree Week, which runs until tomorrow, has inspired you, consider firstly your situation and how much space you have. Trees can create privacy, shade, dramatic impact, colour and fruit, as well as movement and architectural form. The height and structure of the types you choose are as important in a small garden as they are in a large one. If you have a small space, consider a narrow tree with minimal spread, which will provide height and structure. Alternatively, you may prefer one landmark spreading tree with a canopy, which casts dappled shade but allows for some planting underneath. Compact ‘weeping’ trees, such as a weeping pear (Pyrus salicifolia) could be used as a focal point. If your space is really limited, you could plant a carefully trimmed tree in a large pot. Excellent trees for small gardens include Amelanchier lamarckii, whose graceful branches carry copper-hued new leaves in spring along with starry, white flowers. In autumn the leaves often colour brilliantly too. If you have room for two trees, try to combine a pair with a different season of interest, such as a photinia – an evergreen with new red growth in late spring – and sorbus, which has lovely autumn hues and dazzling berries. If you are looking for flowers, consider one of the crab apple varieties, such as Malus floribunda, the Japanese crab, which is adorned with blush pink and white fragrant flowers in spring and is slow growing; or the Malus ‘Royal Beauty‘, which bears deep red-purple flowers and small dark red fruits. Among the most suitable flowering

Inspired by National Tree Week, Hannah Stephenson discovers a wealth of specimens suitable for all gardens trees for a confined space is the Prunus ‘Amanogawa‘, an upright specimen with ascending branches which produces fragrant pink flowers in mid-spring. If you only have room for a pot,

Trees planted late in the year experience much less stress than trees planted in spring or summer consider a Japanese maple, which will produce fantastic foliage colour, or a trimmed bay, photinia or olive tree. Bigger gardens offer more scope to house majestic oaks, horse chestnuts and lime trees. Just be aware of their impact on your views long-term because you don’t want them to screen your vista of the countryside.

Recommended RHS AGM varieties to plant include Photinia fraseri ‘Red Robin‘, Acer freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze‘, Quercus palustris, Malus ‘Evereste’ and Sorbus vilmorinii. Trees planted in the autumn will experience much less stress and will require less watering and aftercare than trees planted in spring or summer. When planting, dig out a hole much larger than the roots, at least 30cm (1ft) wider than the rootball and 30cm (12in) deeper and mix in good garden compost and a generous sprinkling of slow-release fertiliser. Stake your plant using a stake as long as the distance from the bottom of the hole to just below the first branch, plus 45cm (18in). It’s easier to do it if the tree is removed, then once the stake has been driven in replace the tree, teasing its roots around the stake and make sure that the tree is held away from the stake with a buffer to stop it rubbing. Larger trees can be staked using three stakes in a triangle shape in the hole about 50cm (18in) from the stem of the tree. Add compost to the soil you are going to put back around the tree, firming it against the roots, but avoid heeling in on top of the rootball or you may damage the tree. Pile the soil around the tree to create a mound, so directing the water into the rootball. For more information contact The Tree Council at www.treecouncil.org.uk/Take-Part/national-tree-week

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This week in your garden: ● Cut down the tops of pot-grown late flowering chrysanthemums to their base. Store them in a greenhouse or cold frame ● Place forcing jars over clumps of rhubarb to encourage early stems ● Fork over bare patches between plants to relieve soil compaction, working compost into the soil as you go ● Prune birch and acers when dormant, removing any dead or diseased growth and cutting back to a healthy bud ● Look out for bargain bulbs such as

Tulipa 'Queen of the Night' and Allium 'Purple Sensation' which will still flower the following spring planted as late as December ● Keep your forced Christmas hyacinths cool to stop the leaves growing too rapidly and obscuring the flowers ● Recut any lawn edges that are looking scruffy ● Continue to clear away debris to stop slugs and snails hiding under it ● Harvest Christmas broccoli, parsnips and leeks ● When pruning apples and pears, save the long offcuts to use as plant supports for perennials or as pea sticks in spring and summer

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Winter wonderland Discover the Magic Winter Trail through the woods, with willow creations, acrobats in the trees, and sculptures of the mythical Chyan. The trail leads to the star attraction: The Angel Christmas Show in a big top, erected at Chyan Farm in Halvasso, Penryn. The extravaganza is put on by Cornwall’s circus school, Circo Kernow, and Swamp Circus. December 12-21, 2pm and 7pm. For more information contact 01326 377 008 or swampoffice@ btinternet.com. Trees and wreaths The rangers at Younghayes Centre in Cranbrook want volunteers to help make a new orchard tomorrow (Sunday) from 10am-4pm. On December 11 there’s a wreath making event at Younghayes; booking required and £5 per wreath. Details at 01395 517557, countryside@eastdevon.gov.uk.

Santa fun runs ‘Tis the season to be fundraising! Join in the jolly jogs, or cheer from the sidelines. Today is Padstow’s event at 1pm, tomorrow Exeter (10.45am), Plymouth (11am), and the Heartlands, Pool (1pm). Falmouth’s event is on December 13 at 1pm, Newquay’s December 20 at 9.30am, and Marazion’s on December 21 at 10am. Climb aboard the Polar Express Head to the Dartmoor Railway in Okehampton for the official Polar Express Train Ride. Pyjama-clad passengers will see their favourite characters: the conductor will punch tickets and dancing chefs will serve hot chocolate and cookies, just like in the film. At the North Pole, Santa will board the train to give a special gift to all those who believe. Tickets from £5-£37 for premium tickets. Call 08000 232383 or see www.dartmoorrailway.com.

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Stoodleigh, Tiverton - £1,350,000

Cove, Tiverton - £1,150,000

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A fantastic opportunity to purchase a fully functional race horse training yard including modern four bedroom home (two en-suite), 40 American barn stables and 1 mile all weather gallop, all set in approximately 53 acres above the beautiful Exe valley. EPC rating : D

Burrington, Umberleigh - £1,150,000

A spacious Exe Valley farmhouse with holiday cottages, extensive outbuildings and superb equestrian facilities in a beautiful peaceful rural setting, situated at the end of a long private drive, ring fenced by its own land. EPC rating: E

Knowstone - £660,000

A delightful and privately situated property with stunning views over the Taw Valley and beyond. Farmhouse, detached annex, 2 cottages, traditional farm buildings, landscaped gardens, paddocks, woodland, in all 12 acres. EPC rating: F

Set in an idyllic wooded valley alongside the 'Crooked Oak' stream is this period 4 bedroom Grade II listed property and has been sympathetically converted to offer a unique family home with 10 acres of paddocks, outbuildings and loose boxes. EPC rating: F

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Dunkeswell, Honiton - £550,000

Riddlecombe, Chulmleigh - £500,000

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A superbly located three/four bedroom family home, presented in superb condition, with spacious rooms and a striking master bedroom all set in 5.5 acres of pasture and woodland with some lovely lakes and benefiting from beautiful views over rolling Devon countryside. EPC rating: D

An impressive four bedroom cottage set in approx 5 acres, situated in an elevated location with stunning views. The property has been extensively extended and is creatively laid out over several split levels. EPC rating: C

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Professional Services ● New basic payment scheme and cross compliance ● New permitted development rights for farm buildings to dwellings ● Compensation claims ● Landlord and tenant advice ● Professional valuations

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Stoodleigh, Tiverton - £1,195,000

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A unique green oak 6 bedroom farmhouse in a rural location and far reaching views. With an exceptional range of equestrian buildings in approx 67 acres of woodland and pasture. EPC rating: D

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Templeton, Tiverton - £595,000

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A rural detached five bedroom Victorian farmhouse for renovation with 59.52 acres of pasture and woodland and a range of outbuildings including stabling. EPC rating E

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Ashreigney, Chulmleigh - £799,950

Parracombe, North Devon - £695,000

Wellington outskirts - Guide: £295,000

For sale by auction. A detached Victorian farmhouse in need of updating throughout with outbuildings and approximately 9.4 acres of pasture land. EPC rating: G

Rackenford, Tiverton - £770,000

A substantial Georgian six bedroom house, with outbuildings and approximately 18.04 acres (7.30 hectares) of sloping pasture with a stream. EPC rating: E

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A detached five bedroom character farmhouse in a rural position. Adjoining two bedroom cottage and various traditional and modern outbuildings. EPC rating: E

Am exceptional detached 5 bedroom residence in a stunning location. Outbuildings, woodland, paddocks and stream, in all 7.25 acres. EPC rating: E

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22 holiday homes Homes with holiday letting potential selected by Gaby Wakley of Helpful Holidays Riverside Cottage, Veryan, Cornwall, £625,000

In the village and near the sandy beaches of Carne and Pendower, this four-bedroom cottage would make an ideal holiday home. I predict it would earn around £24,500, based on 30 weeks’ let per annum. Agents: Philip Martin, Truro, 01872 242244, www.philip-martin.co.uk

Northcombe Farm, Salcombe Regis, Devon, £595,000

Why New Year’s The team at Helpful Holidays share some insiders’ tips for a relaxing and festive New Year celebration, Westcountry style In the past, I’ve found New Year’s Eve an annoying holiday. There’s all this pressure to have The best party ever, which usually means you start out grumpy (it does for me anyway). This is not good when you are surrounded by determined revellers. When I lived in New York City, New Year’s Eve was known among the natives as “amateur night”. Manhattan Island would suddenly be heaving with what we rather snobbishly called the B&Ts (which stood for “bridge and tunnel”). People would be staggering around the streets shrieking, you had to queue everywhere to get a drink, and there were no cabs for love nor money. Hideous. I only started to like New Year after moving to the Westcountry, where you could take a beautiful New Year’s walk, or have a cosy night in a fun pub. I’ve asked some of the team at Helpful Holidays how they spend their New Year, and they’ve contributed some great ideas as well as lovely holiday cottages where you, too, could have a lovely break. Won’t you deserve it? DELIGHTFUL DARTMOOR by Christine Phillips

In this hamlet two miles from Sidmouth and a mile from the sea, this Grade II listed cottage would make a popular holiday home. I’d expect it to earn around £23,800, based on 30 weeks’ letting. Agents: Bradleys, Sidmouth, 01395 578444, www.bradleys-estateagents.co.uk

Morcombe Cottage, Morcombelake, Dorset, £575,000

This pretty detached cottage in beautiful gardens has three bedrooms and is within two miles of the Jurassic Coast. I’d expect it to earn around £22,400, based on 30 weeks’ letting. Agents: Fortnam Smith and Banwell, 01297 445666, www.fsb4homes.com The estimated income figures above are net of VAT and agency fees, but not running costs. For more advice on buying holiday let property, call 01647 434071 or visit www.helpfulholidays.co.uk

Sparkling, frosty days are beautiful in the Westcountry. Forget queuing outside high street shops – my family and I will be wrapping up in hats and scarves (hurrah for cosy Christmas presents) and enjoying some bracing fresh air to welcome 2015. It may take a little effort to rouse the children – Archie, nine, and Merryn, four – from indoors, but once out on the moors they revel in climbing rocks, smashing icy puddles and careering down hills. Together with Bertie, the Jack Russell, we’ll climb to the top of Meldon Hill for a won-

derful bird’s-eye view of Chagford. Then a dash home for hot chocolate and a festive movie by the fire. For a shot of adrenaline, our Dartmoor Hill ponies are always eager for careering through the woods or a headlong gallop up to Kestor. The Boxing Day meet in Chagford is a sociable way to catch up with friends, grab a warming drink from one of the welcoming pubs and watch horses and hounds gather as they have for generations. Where to stay: Pineapple Cottage (Helpful Holidays reference A61) is ideal for a couple, while thatched Dartmoor longhouse Hole Farm (A24), is a family favourite. LOVELY NEWTON FERRERS AND NOSS MAYO by Melanie Cassidy The two villages near where I live have three excellent pubs, with great food and a jolly atmosphere on New Year’s Eve. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. For the day after, I’d recommend a bracing circular walk around the headland on the South West Coast Path to blow away the cobwebs. Here’s a good one of about 4 miles/ 1.5-2 hours from the BBC website: head from the village of Noss Mayo along the creekside, through the National Trust woodlands and up onto the cliff path. Follow stunning coastline on what was once Lord Revelstoke’s carriage drive, and head back down to the village. The waterside Ship Inn, which has food and a great choice of beers, makes a logical finishing point. Where to stay: Gather the clans at Elphinstone (L180) at Newton Ferrers, a fantastic

house with lovely views over the river Yealm. CRACKING CRACKINGTON HAVEN by Gill Nicholls There are many reasons why I like living where I do in North Cornwall. Around Christmas and New Year, there’s lots going on in our community: cliff-top geological walks and talks organised by the National

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Ask the experts Your holiday let questions answered Q. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re about to submit plans for permission to convert a large barn into a holiday let. What should we take into consideration? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CS, Wembury A. Melanie Cassidy, property manager for Helpful Holidays, says: Large properties that are spacious, comfortable and wellequipped let successfully yearround for gatherings of families or friends, often to celebrate a special event or significant birthday. An extended or multifamily party will usually include different generations, so space for everyone to enjoy time together is key, as well as the option to escape for privacy when needed! Ideally, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d include one main and a second living area, with perhaps an additional quiet area. The dining area will need a large table and chairs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; often the stay will include a catered meal for a special occasion. The kitchen needs to be large with plenty of food preparation space and storage. Properties with multiple bathrooms let best. Make provision for a ground-floor bedroom with bathroom nearby to appeal to the older/less able market. Outdoors, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need a level area with furniture, an enclosed lawn, and room for several cars to park.Avoid overcrowding.

Watch the sun set on the old year at Newton Ferrers, above, and eat at Noss Mayoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Swan Inn, below. Below left, Crackington Haven Trust, Christmas carols with the choir at the Wellington pub in Boscastle, and shows put on by the amateur dramatics group. But the main joy for me is the ability to walk from my garden to a number of footpaths that fan in all directions around this scattered parish. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter what time of the year, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always something to inspire. Where to stay: Craken Wartha (P45) is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;upside downâ&#x20AC;? house in Crackington Haven, with terrific valley views to the sea. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the beaches and cliffside walks around this terrific spot.

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Q. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to offer use of the open fire at our cottage to guests, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re worried that the sparks might ruin our flooring. Do you have a solution? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MW, Newquay A. Katie Treseder, property manager for Holidays, says: Fitting a fire curtain would resolve this problem. Usually in satin-black or steel grey, these curtains prevent sparks from burning wood causing scorch marks on carpets and rugs around a fireplace. Unlike fire guards, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re secured in place and can simply be drawn to the side when not in use. A & M Energy Fires, based in Gloucester, can supply made-to-measure fire curtains: they can be contacted on 01452 830662 or www.energyfires.co.uk.

Q. During a recent booking I noticed there were more people staying in my holiday cottage than I had been informed of. What should I have done? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; LT, Taunton

A. Bev Plunkett, property manager for Helpful Holidays, says: Some holidaymakers feel that because they have paid for their accommodation they can invite as many people to stay as they then wish. It can be difficult for you, the owner, to know how to deal with this situation, especially if it involves elderly people or small children. Should you confront the holidaymaker and terminate the booking if an unexpected guest stays for one night with a baby in its own travel cot? Or should you just turn a blind eye? From the holidaymakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perspective, they might not have realised the seriousness of the scenario, especially if there was room for the additional guest. In this situation, most accommodation providers would agree that a word of warning and possibly a small charge is adequate. However, do check the terms of your Public Liability Insurance since it may be invalidated by having more people staying than you advertise for, or by accommodating people who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t named on your booking form. State clearly in your booking terms the consequences of over occupancy. Booking terms, especially if set by an agency, usually make it perfectly clear that if customers exceed the occupancy limit or change a confirmed booking without asking in advance, they are breaching the contract and property owners are within their rights to take back possession of the property. If you work with an agency such as Helpful Holidays, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advisable in this situation to contact them first with your concerns and let them speak to the holidaymaker. If you have a question for our holiday home experts, please send it via email to: wmnproperty@ westernmorningnews.co.uk

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The Sands of time may run out for slow buyers

• 68.62 acres (27.77 ha) of well established permanent pasture in four enclosures. Good road frontage, well fenced and with natural water. No Environmental Stewardship Scheme. S.F.P. / B.P.S. entitlements included.

Prices from £610,000 to £680,000: contact Chartsedge on 01392 832 446 or www.chartsedge.co.uk

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Guide £70,000

• The land has good access onto an adjoining parish road, is contained in a ring fence and with natural stream and ditch water supplies. Principally bounded by mature hedgerows. Liskeard 01579 345 543 mark.bunt@kivells.com

• Approx 8.79 acres (3.56 ha) of gently sloping productive pasture land on the edge of town. Excellent access from adjoining main road and remains of a small stone barn. Holsworthy 01409 259 547 farms@kivells.com

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For sale by auction (unless sold prior) at The Cow Shed Cafe and Restaurant, Holsworthy Market on Friday 12th December at 2.30pm.

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Guide £275,000 Land at Holsworthy

The land extends in all to approximately 38.85 acres (15.72 hectares).

FIN AL NO TI CE

Land at Boswiddle, Truro

For sale by Informal Tender (Tenders close at 5pm on Monday 15th December 2014).

There are a further three bedrooms and a family bathroom, with porcelain tiled floor and contemporary white sanitary fittings by Villeroy and Boch. The houses have a high-quality specification with contemporary kitchens by Leicht and a range of Siemens appliances, finished off with reconstituted stone work surfaces.

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The Sands is a cool and contemporary collection of large family homes only minutes from popular North Cornwall village and sandy beach of Polzeath. The homes could serve as a holiday bolt-hole or a buy-to-let investment. Internally, the open and spacious split-level living areas have large windows and double doors that lead out to the decked terrace of the rear garden. Also on the ground floor is a family room and a cloakroom. has fitted wardrobes and a private bathroom.

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Land at Otterham Station, Camelford Tenders in the region £430,000 Land at Littleham, Bideford

Launceston 01566 776 886 thomas.rattray@kivells.com

Guide £80,000 Land at Holsworthy

Guide £64,000

For sale by auction (unless sold prior) at The Crealock Arms, Littleham, Bideford on Tuesday 9th December 2014 at 2.30pm.

For sale by auction (unless sold prior) at The Cow Shed Cafe and Restaurant, Holsworthy Market on Friday 12th December at 2.30pm.

• A super mix of some 9.39 acres of productive pasture land and 2.59 acres of broadleaf woodland (FWGS). Lane access and mains water.

• Just over 8.5 acres of productive pasture land on the outskirts of town. Excellent road access with a useful loading pen and mains water. Holsworthy 01409 259 547 farms@kivells.com

Holsworthy 01409 259 547

farms@kivells.com

SATURDAY DECEMBER 6 2014

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Fuelling a burning desire to reduce heating costs Julia Gray reveals how to save money by upgrading and insulating heating systems If things need heating up before the holidays, just take note of the helpful tips in this â&#x20AC;&#x153;winter survival guide.â&#x20AC;? SERVICE OR REPLACE THE BOILER

UPGRADE THE RADIATORS AND VALVES

For your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boiler to work most efficiently, it essential that it is serviced annually by a Gas Safe Register (www.gassaferegister.co.uk) engineer. If you can afford to, replacing an old boiler with a new one will improve your central heating system and save you money. A boiler thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 15 years old or more is only around 60-70% efficient, so around 30p-40p of every pound spent on heating and hot water is wasted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Updating to an A-rated condensing boiler, such as a Worcester Greenstar, could make your heating system up to 90% efficient,â&#x20AC;? says Martyn Bridges of boiler manufacturer Worcester, Bosch Group. INSULATE OR REPLACE WATER CYLINDER

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New cylinders for boilers, such as Worcesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greenstore range, come with a thick layer of built-in insulation, but lots of us have older cylinders that benefit from being fitted with an insulation jacket (at least 75mm thick). According to the Energy Saving Trust, fitting a jacket to an uninsulated cylinder will save you around ÂŁ85-ÂŁ130 a year (based on a typical gasheated home in England, Scotland and Wales). Cylinder jackets are inexpensive and easy to fit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; try Mangers Cylinder Jacket (ÂŁ14.58, B&Q), which is 180mm thick. INSULATE PIPES By insulating heating/hot water pipes, you prevent unnecessary heat loss and equally importantly help to stop them from freezing in winter. The easiest way to insulate pipes is to use pre-

To ensure your radiators are working at full capacity, bleed them with a radiator key or small screwdriver (when the heating is off and the radiators are cold), depending on the type of bleed valve. Many older radiators donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have adjustable valves â&#x20AC;&#x201C; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re either on or off, so fitting new valves will enable you to turn the heating down when you need to. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would always recommend fitting thermostatic radiator valves, as they offer individual room comfort and also save energy by not allowing rooms to overheat,â&#x20AC;? says Bridges. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They regulate or cut off the flow of hot water to individual radiators, while the programmer and room thermostat control the heat to the whole house. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A survey indicated that a central heating system with a full set of controls and thermostatic radiator valves could save up to 40% compared with an uncontrolled system.â&#x20AC;? STAY IN CONTROL Smart systems, which enable you to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone or tablet via an app, are all the rage. One of the newest is therM, which is compatible with any heating system with a thermostat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you can do basic wiring, you can fit therM yourself (an internet router is also required). Smart systems like this enable you to control your heating and hot water precisely and remotely, so instead of leaving the heating on when you go out on a cold day, you can turn it on using your smartphone when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on your way home.

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R E N D E L L S E S TAT E A G E N C Y Residential Department

East Ogwell, Nr Newton Abbot

Commercial & Valuation

£825,000

Dartmouth

£325,000

A beautiful and historic manor house in a delightful village location. The property includes; 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 1 acre grounds with garden and a paddock, separate detached 16th Century stone building with development potential. Newton Abbot Office: 01626 353881

An attractive and valuable commercial freehold, located on a popular pedestrian road. Single fronted retail shop with residential living accommodation above, including 2 bedrooms and arrange over 2 floors. Private enclosed courtyard garden. Totnes Office: 01803 863888

Dartmoor, Nr Chagford

Chagford

£345,000

£395,000

A traditional thatched cottage with scope for improvement situated in the Dartmoor countryside close to Chagford. 2 bedrooms, outbuildings, good size gardens. Up to 7.5 acres of land with a modern barn and stables available as separate lots. Chagford Office: 01647 432277

Situated in the centre of this bustling Dartmoor town, a substantial freehold home a business with a retail shop, post office salary and spacious 4 bedroom accommodation. An excellent live / work opportunity. Newton Abbot Office: 01626 353881

Tor Dean, Nr Buckfastleigh

Totnes

Excess £450,000

A handsome and spacious former farmhouse with 5 / 6 bedrooms, 3 / 4 reception rooms, large garden and 2 paddocks, in all extending to approximately 3.6 acres. Situated on the southern edge of the Dartmoor National Park, close to the A38. Newton Abbot Office: 01626 353881

£174,950 Business and Lease

Business and income leasehold property, providing a successful well established restaurant / cafe and tea gardens with a T / O at a rent of £25,000 per annum. 5 bedroom proprietors flat and studio flat providing an attractive income. New lease available. Totnes Office: 01803 863888

Established 1816

www.rendells.co.uk

The Market for Land

The Letting Centre

TO LET Whitestone, Nr Exeter

£100,000

An opportunity to acquire approximately 12.23 acres (4.95 ha) of paddocks and woodland, with stables and storage buildings. Situated approximately 4 miles from Exeter and within easy reach of the A30, Dartmoor and the Teign Valley. Chagford Office: 01647 432277

Staverton, Nr Totnes

Excess £70,000

Approximately 2.8 acres (1.13 ha) of paddock pasture, with a good stable building and commanding superb views over the lower Teign Valley countryside and the estuary. Situated approximately 2 miles from Newton Abbot. Newton Abbot Office: 01626 353881

Excess £30,000

An opportunity to acquire approximately 2.26 acres (0.91 ha) of well maintained private woodland / amenity, situated approximately 1 mile to the north of Ivybridge and with good access to the A38 dual carriageway. Totnes Office: 01803 863888

THE LETTING CENTRE

Shaldon

£895 PCM

NOW LET, SIMILAR PROPERTY REQUIRED FOR EAGER TENANTS. A 2 bedroom semi detached dormer bungalow with fantastic views over the Teign Estuary and out to sea. Gas central heating and a large enclosed garden. The Letting Centre: 01626 353881

TO LET Nr Ivybridge

£995 PCM

A spacious 3 bedroom detached bungalow, situated in a favoured village. The property offers well presented accommodation with central heating, a sun lounge, double garage and a south facing garden overlooking fields. The Letting Centre: 01626 353881

LET Haccombe, Nr Newton Abbot

THE LETTING CENTRE

Tuckenhay, Nr Totnes

£1200 PCM

A well presented fully furnished 4 double bedroom property offers spacious family accommodation with stunning views over Bow Creek. The property benefits from a double garage, parking and a private courtyard. The Letting Centre: 01626 353881

Established 1816

www.rendells.co.uk

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Exeter: 01392 427500 • Topsham: 01392 875000 www.wilkinsongrant.co.uk PROPERTY & ACQUISITION AGENTS

WORKING FOR PEOPLE. DEALING WITH PROPERTY.

Teign Valley - Guide Price £650,000

Dunchideock - Guide Price £850,000

A Grade II Listed detached characterful residence with 4 bedrooms (master en-suite), set within extensive gardens and grounds

Superb 6 bedroom detached chapel conversion retaining original features set within delightful mature gardens of 1.3 acres. Far

extending to 0.91 of an acre in this picturesque village. Wellproportioned family sized accommodation and many original features.

reaching rural views, 30ft sitting room, dining room, family room, study, breakfast room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, private drive, garage /

Extensive parking and large garage / outbuilding.

workshop. Fabulous family home just 5 miles from Exeter. EER 'D'.

SOU140963. Call 01392 427500

SOU140897. Call 01392 427500

Lustleigh Guide Price £895,000 Your Agents view... "Offering nearly 3,000sq ft of accommodation along with gardens and grounds which are a true credit to the current owners who have worked to create something truly special".

Close Exeter - Guide Price £595,000

Lower Ashton - Guide Price £489,950

Individual detached family-sized home set within lovely grounds with stunning views just 7.5 miles from Exeter. Well-presented, versatile

Most charming beautifully-presented Grade II Listed character cottage in the heart of this attractive village. Set in delightful gardens

accommodation including 30' through kitchen / dining room and 27' family / games room / home office plus large double garage/

with far-reaching views. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, kitchen breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, store, parking.

workshop, ample parking and stable. EER 'F'.

Local Post Office, great opportunity to run your own business.

SOU140841. Call 01392 427500

SOU140711. Call 01392 427500

Topsham Guide Price £825,000

A fantastic individually designed detached residence within a stunning Dartmoor village-edge location set in over an acre of grounds. Enjoying unrivalled views over the surrounding countryside & moorland with well-proportioned living space, including 20' dining hall, 20' living room & fabulous 20' kitchen breakfast room with AGA plus parking for 6 cars. EER 'D'.

SOU141031. Call 01392 427500

Exton - Guide Price £650,000

Topsham - Guide Price £850,000

Situated on the River Front, this spacious property benefits from spectacular views & would benefit from some general updating. The reverse living ensures the views are fully enjoyable. 3 double bedrooms and an annexe/studio potential. With plenty of room for parking this all adds up to a very desirable residence. EER 'D'.

Located just a short walk to the centre of Topsham with far reaching views over the Clyst Valley, this well-presented detached family home benefits from a delightful garden, ample parking & garage. 3 reception rooms, modern kitchen, separate study and 4 bedrooms including a master en-suite on the first floor. EER 'D'.

TOP140206. Call 01392 875000

TOP140103. Call 01392 875000

East Devon - Guide Price £750,000

Trusham - Guide Price £450,000

Your Agents view... "It is rare to find a Georgian townhouse in Topsham and this is an excellent example of this popular architectural period. With high ceilings and large windows the rooms are light and bright and make the most of the lovely views. With a South facing garden, it's a great spot for a glass of wine in the summer!"

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a beautiful, period family home set within a commanding position with beautiful views towards Woodbury Common and the River Exe. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen / breakfast room, 2 further reception rooms and retaining lovely period features. To the rear is a delightful garden and there is on road parking to the front. EER 'D'.

TOP140310. Call 01392 875000

Delightful & well-proportioned 4 bedroom detached character home

Rare "Grand Designs" redevelopment opportunity. Former Guest

set within 2.3 acres of gorgeous level south facing gardens & a lush paddock enjoying a semi rural setting within easy reach of the A30,

House set on c.1 acre riverside grounds with fishing rights on the fringes of Dartmoor National Park. Currently arranged as 5

airport and East Devon coast. Offering an extensive parking area and

apartments with Planning Permission to remove existing dwelling and

attractive timber faced double garage / workshop. EER 'D'.

construct a substantial new individual detached home.

TOP140149. Call 01392 427500

SOU140982. Call 01392 427500