Edition Fifthteen • Summer Collection 2017
Welcome… TO OUR VERY LATEST ISSUE OF SIMPLY SOUTH HAMS DON’T PANIC – GIVE US A CALL! Welcome to our 15th edition of Simply South Hams showcasing our Summer collection of new to the market properties across the region, available through our Prime Waterfront & Country House Department. The dedicated premium property team, working in conjunction with our six South Hams branches, is directed by Prunella Martin MA, a property professional at this level of the market for the past twenty years. Clearly the election has truly reflected current society – ‘Every Nation gets the Government it deserves’ quote Joseph De Maistre/Alexis De Tocquville/George Bernard Shaw/Abraham Lincoln - take your pick, they can’t all be wrong! As I write, the South Hams property market remains stable, if, relatively unexciting. The housing market as with any other market is governed by the laws of supply and demand – these are largely balanced at the moment. The supply side is dominated by the general lack of property visible to the market, Property Industry Eye April 28 2017, claims the number of properties available has hit a 15 year low. The demand side remains firm, due to prevailing low interest rates, but not rising, due to a lack of economic certainty. Neither supply nor demand is aided by further uncertainty created by the surprise declaration of the General Election and resultant hung parliament.
In simple terms, if you are thinking of selling but do not wish to be exposed to the market, the sooner we know the better, as we can start the process i.e. take photos and prepare details, so that when you do see something you would like to buy we are in a position to market immediately. This reduces the risk of losing out to a more prepared buyer. There is, of course, the possibility that we have another seller with a property that suits your needs and in the same position as yourself. This effectively gives you access to a sub-market of properties, consisting of people like yourself who wish to retain control of the sale of their property. This form of discreet marketing is particularly effective at the higher end of the market where our Prime Waterfront & Country House clients value their privacy and have specific criteria for the process of selling their property – either in terms of timing or pricing. Remember, property portals and property websites may not tell the whole story therefore your dream home may be hiding just around the corner, out of sight. We might not know all the answers but we can offer solutions. Peter Gardner
The supply of property being actively marketed i.e. on agents’ websites and internet portals (Rightmove, On The Market etc.), is being restricted, as many sellers cannot see a new home to move to on the internet. This reluctance of sellers to expose themselves to the property market for fear of being pressurised by an anxious buyer, is creating a somewhat illiquid property market. The good news is, that people do still wish to move, and that we are still selling houses. We, at Marchand Petit, are constantly in the process of ‘book building’.
Peter Gardner Managing Director
Prunella Martin Director Prime Waterfront & Country House
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THE MARCHAND PETIT OFFICES LOCATED ACROSS THE SOUTH HAMS DARTMOUTH 1 - 3 Hauley Road, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9AA T: 01803 839190 | dartmouth@marchandpetit.co.uk
SALCOMBE 24 Fore Street, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8ET T: 01548 844473 | salcombe@marchandpetit.co.uk
KINGSBRIDGE 94 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1PP T: 01548 857588 | kingsbridge@marchandpetit.co.uk
TOTNES Waterside, The Plains, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5YS T: 01803 847979 | totnes@marchandpetit.co.uk
MODBURY 4 Broad Street, Modbury, Devon, PL21 0PS T: 01548 831163 | modbury@marchandpetit.co.uk
LONDON Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, London, W1U 3JT T: 0870 112 7099 | london@marchandpetit.co.uk
NEWTON FERRERS The Green, Parsonage Road, Newton Ferrers, Devon, PL8 1AT T: 01752 873311 | newtonferrers@marchandpetit.co.uk
Image: View from Pigeon Post in Hope Cove, for sale with Marchand Petit’s Salcombe Branch - Guide Price £750,000
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9 Welcome to Simply South Hams A warm welcome from Peter Gardner and a selection of village, country and waterside property currently for sale across the South Hams by Marchand Petit via their prominent local offices.
26 Range Rover Velar The Range Rover Velar brings a new dimension of glamour, modernity and elegance to the Range Rover family. Designed to fill the white space between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport, the Velar offers levels of luxury, refinement and all-terrain capability never before seen in the mid-size SUV segment.
58 Simply Summer Dartmouth Ice Cream is delighted to reveal two hot new flavour launches just in time for summer, cleverly combining hot and cold with the launch of their first South Devon Chilli Farm Ice Cream and Sorbet.
66 The Old Bakery Serving traditional Mediterranean food reigning all the way from France to Morocco! Home cooked using direct from grower produce sourced from the continent as well as the best local fish, meat and vegetables.
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94 Simply Art 2017 promises to be a very special year for the SHAF Arts Trail in October as we have the largest ever number of artists participating this year.
98 Summer time in the Garden The warmer weather gives us all a boost to make the most of the sunshine, turning our attention to the garden. But if your outdoor space isn’t quite summer ready yet, there is still time to get it prepped.
104 A Warm Welcome Awaits Gallery 5 is a gem of a gallery situated in Salcombe’s ‘Art and Maritime Quarter’. Set amongst the working boatyards and crafts people and near to Salcombe’s new Gin Distillery and Bar. A two minute walk from Shadycombe car park, its charm seduces all who venture along historic Island St.
147 New Homes and Land A warm welcome from Andrew Biggs. We have started the year well with new homes coming to the forefront of the property market within our area, due to their accessible locations and the incentives available.
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WATERSIDE RESIDENCE FIT FOR ROYALTY NEWTON FERRERS – Guide Price £2,500,000 An exceptional south facing waterside residence, in a picturesque setting on the banks of the River Yealm. Beautifully renovated with private quay and running mooring at the front and parking and garaging to the rear. EPC Rating C. Web Ref NEW100140
• 5 bedrooms • South facing • Private quay with running mooring • Garage and parking • Landscaped grounds Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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COME AND ENJOY THE VIEW THURLESTONE – Guide Price £1,750,000 One of the best sea views in the South West. A superb property on the sea front with 7 bedrooms, currently divided into 2 flats, offering flexible accommodation and substantial income potential. Flat 1 EPC Rating E. Flat 2 EPC Rating G. Web Ref KIN170038
• 7 bedrooms • Sea front • Currently arranged as 2 flats • Income potential • Choose your beach Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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IF IT’S WATERFRONT YOU’RE AFTER NEWTON FERRERS – Guide Price £1,195,000 As one of a boutique development of three houses, this new 4 bedroom mid-terrace house has been cleverly designed to exacting high standards to blend in with surrounding waterfront properties, with a riverside garden, running mooring and garage. EPC Rating C. Joint Agent LREA. Web Ref NEW150061
• 4 bedrooms • Designed to a high standard • Riverside garden with running mooring • Garage • Desirable holiday location Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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Range Rover Velar “Velar is now the compelling, stand-out design in the class, showcasing perfectly optimised volume, powerful, taut surfaces and a stunning silhouette.� Gerry McGovern, Chief Design Officer, Land Rover.
The Velar offers levels of luxury, refinement and all-terrain capability never before seen in the mid-size SUV segment. This is a new type of Range Rover for a new type of customer.
The Range Rover Velar brings a new dimension of glamour, modernity and elegance to the Range Rover family. Designed to fill the white space between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport, the Velar offers levels of luxury, refinement and all-terrain capability never before seen in the mid-size SUV segment. This is a new type of Range Rover for a new type of customer. Created from a clean sheet using Jaguar Land Rover’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture, the Velar represents the next chapter of the Range Rover success story. Velar is defined by a visually reductive approach and meticulous attention to precision in every detail, which
evolves Range Rover DNA and previews the next generation of Range Rover vehicles. Velar’s design is beautifully balanced, from its powerful proportions to its continuous waist line through to the taut tapered lines of the rear. The generous wheelbase contributes significantly to its elegance while helping to provide a spacious interior.
production Land Rover vehicle. The flush deployable door handles emphasise Velar’s reductive, sculptured form, and contribute to the low drag coefficient of only 0.32 – this is the most aerodynamically-efficient Land Rover ever produced.
The large alloy wheels – in particular the range of 22-inch designs – optimise the vehicle’s stunning silhouette, while further enhancing Velar’s dramatic presence.
Look inside Velar’s interior and you will see elegant simplicity, sophistication and refinement. An unwavering belief in reductionism has been fully employed, with switches being kept to an absolute minimum to help create a calm sanctuary.
Advanced technology is pivotal to the contemporary design: the full-LED headlights are the most slender ever to appear on a
Design enabling technology has been engaged fully to create the new Touch Pro Duo infotainment system which is the centrepiece
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of Velar’s interior. Touch Pro Duo features two 10-inch high-definition touchscreens integrated seamlessly behind secret-until-lit surfaces. These slim, intuitive displays work in harmony with the cabin architecture while adding an overall sense of modernity congruent with the vehicle’s exterior design. All of this is equalled by the Velar’s practicality: luggage compartment volume is an impressive 673-litres. Unique in the segment, the Velar offers a sustainable, premium textile seat material as an alternative to leather. The Dapple Grey material was developed together with Kvadrat, Europe’s leading manufacturer of high-quality design textiles, and is complemented with Suedecloth inserts in Ebony or Light Oyster. The light, stiff, aluminium-intensive body, together with doublewishbone front- and Integral Link rear suspension provides the perfect basis for agile handling, superior ride comfort and outstanding refinement. It also delivers exceptional levels of crash protection, and the Velar has been developed to meet the most demanding crash test regulations worldwide. Combined with a comprehensive restraints system that includes six airbags, and a suite of advanced driver assistance systems including Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist and an Adaptive Speed Limiter, the Velar integrates the latest safety technology. Exceptional performance and efficiency comes from the range of six petrol and diesel powertrains, all matched to
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smooth-shifting ZF eight-speed automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics. The Velar and Velar R-Dynamic core range comprises Standard, S, SE and HSE specifications. Customers can also specify Black and Luxury Exterior Packs for an even more distinguished appearance. Of all Velar models, the most exclusive of all will be the First Edition, which will be available worldwide for one model year only. Even more luxurious than the HSE specification, this model is powered solely by the 3.0-litre V6 petrol and diesel engines and features a wealth of extra features as standard, including full extended leather interior trim to complement the perforated Windsor leather seats in Light Oyster or Ebony, 1,600W Meridian Signature Sound System, Matrix-Laser LED headlights and 22-inch split-spoke wheels with diamond-turned finish. Exterior paint colours for the First Edition are Corris Grey, Silicon Silver, and Flux Silver – a unique satin finish exclusive to the First Edition for the first model year only – which will be meticulously hand-sprayed at Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations’ Oxford Road Technical Centre in the UK. The Velar goes on sale from Summer 2017 in the UK and Europe. Matford Land Rover Waterbridge Court, Matford Park Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8EL Tel: 01392 825825 www.matford.exeter.landrover.co.uk
UNIQUE SALCOMBE HOME IS IN THE BAG SALCOMBE – Guide Price £2,000,000 A Grade II listed historically and unique property in the heart of Salcombe with stunning estuary views over the main Salcombe anchorage, The Bag and towards East Portlemouth. No EPC required. Web Ref SAL150294
• 5 bedrooms • Refurbished yet retaining character • Quayside position in centre of Salcombe • Uninterrupted estuary views • Excellent investment property Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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LATE REGENCY COUNTRY HOUSE DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK – Guide Price £1,250,000 A superbly presented substantial late Regency country house with a wealth of historic interest and an established holiday letting business, nestled in grounds and landscaped gardens, only 10 minutes’ drive from the A38. EPC Rating E. Web Ref PWC160039
• 4 bedrooms in owners wing • 3 wings for holiday lets • Stunning orangery • Outdoor heated pool • Large double garage Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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A STANDOUT PROPERTY SALCOMBE – Guide Price £2,000,000 A modern, spacious recently completed 5 bedroom detached house with a wrap-around sun terrace located in an elevated position to benefit from sea and estuary views beyond North and South Sands. EPC Rating B. Web Ref SAL160198
• 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Superb views to North and South Sands beaches • Wrap-around sun terrace • Parking • Easy access to Salcombe town Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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The Globe Inn
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Conveniently located on the A379 between Torcross and Kingsbridge, The Globe Inn is a great base to explore the wonderful South Hams region. John and Lynda have been welcoming guests to The Globe Inn for over 17 years. The inn has had a great make over and once inside you will be surprised by the spacious but cosy ambience. We offer a wide selection of food from traditional pub favourites to exciting daily specials all celebrating the abundant local produce of the South Hams, and wider South West! Our philosophy is great food and a warm welcome to a friendly local inn. When travelling by boat we’re only a five minute walk from Frogmore pontoon. Enjoy a meal or a drink in our beautiful garden terrace with country views or in front of the fire. We host open folk night sessions on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of each month, as well as a variety of other music nights. • 8 beautifully appointed ensuite bedrooms • Family run inn • Free wifi throughout • Sunday roasts, Autumn to Spring The Globe Inn, Frogmore, Nr Kingsbridge South Devon TQ7 2NR Tel: 01548 531351 www.theglobeinn.co.uk Find us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
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SIMPLY PERFECT WATERFRONT POSITION SALCOMBE – Guide Price £2,000,000 Villa 3, Estura is part of a landmark development of ten luxury villas in one of the most beautiful and exclusive waterside settings in Britain. Luxurious living with spectacular estuary, sea and beach views. EPC Rating B. Web Ref SAL170037
• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Superb waterside setting • Walk into town • Parking • Access to private slipway Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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A HOUSE FULL OF SURPRISES NEWTON FERRERS – Guide Price £1,750,000 Magnificent light and contemporary property in a central location with incredible panoramic estuary views. Stunning open plan living space and 2 bedroom annexe. Garden room and hot tub. Double garage. EPC Rating C. Web Ref NEW160044
• 6 bedrooms plus 2 bedroom annexe • Light and contemporary • Garden room and hot tub • Central location • Double garage Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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GRACEFUL PERIOD PROPERTY EAST PORTLEMOUTH – Guide Price £1,250,000 A wonderful period country house situated in a beautiful rural location only a few miles from the Salcombe Estuary and its beaches, being sold with planning permission for a barn conversion and approximately 11 acres, lake and stables. EPC Rating F. Web Ref PWC170007
• 7 bedrooms • Opportunity for additional income • Breathtaking views • Stone barn with planning • 11 acres with lake and stables Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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Feeling Chilli this Summer? Hot Meets Cold with Brand New Chilli Ice Cream & Sorbet Launch Dartmouth Ice Cream is delighted to reveal two hot new flavour launches just in time for summer, cleverly combining hot and cold with the launch of their first South Devon Chilli Farm Ice Cream and Sorbet. A true taste bud sensation, the two new flavours for 2017 have been developed by the expert team at Dartmouth Ice Cream www.dartmouthicecream.com with the support of South Devon Chilli Farm www.southdevonchillifarm.co.uk. The winning ice cream and sorbet chilli combinations were launched in May, during the Dartmouth Music Festival.
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Initially planned to launch as just one new chilli flavour, a series of taste tests and recipe development led to two clear stand out favourites l Chilli Chocolate Ice Cream…The indulgent heady blend is made using South Devon Chilli Farms Original Chilli Chocolate, which is a mix of 60% cocoa chocolate and locally grown chillies. Although a first in Dartmouth Ice Creams’ counter; pairing chocolate and chillies has long been a popular tradition in South America and Mexico since the Mayans and Aztecs and it looks set to become a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.
l Elderflower & Chilli Sorbet…Elderflower has been given an ice-cold makeover, resulting in an exquisite dairy-free sorbet with a lusciously creamy texture. The wonderful floral flavour balances out perfectly with the heat of the South Devon Chilli Farm chilli for a cooling summer refresher.
Secondary School Dartmouth Academy, running a logo design competition for the new flavours. After a huge number of excellent entries, Year 7 student Louella Hughes eye-catching design will feature in stores alongside the new flavours, winning a hamper of sweet treats from Dartmouth Ice Cream’s Good Intent store.
To celebrate the new flavours, Dartmouth Ice Cream has worked in partnership with local
Louella was awarded her prize on the official launch day on Saturday 13th May at
Dartmouth Music Festival, where she was also invited to scoop and serve the first official chilli ice cream. Speaking about the collaboration, Co-Owner of Dartmouth Ice Cream Judith Ewings commented: “With a recipe book of over 50 ice creams and sorbets, this summer we wanted to create something completely new which we hadn’t tried before. As huge fans of South Devon Chilli Farm - and as we can’t
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always rely on a summer of warm weather - we felt that the idea of a hot ice cream was the perfect choice! Striking just the right balance between hot and cold, we are really excited to hear what visitors and locals alike think of our two delicious new flavours.� Come rain or shine this summer, the two new flavours look set to certainly add some heat! For further information on Dartmouth Ice Cream products or services, to find your nearest outlet or to get in touch with the team, please visit www.dartmouthicecream.com
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WANDER DOWN TO THE WATER’S EDGE KINGSWEAR – Guide Price £1,800,000 A stunning detached house with magnificent south and west facing views over the Dart Estuary and Start Bay from all the principal rooms. Beautifully presented accommodation provides spacious family living. Large terrace, balconies and gardens leading down to the water's edge with private slipway, dock and davit. Garage and ample parking. EPC Rating F. Web Ref DAR120182 • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Fabulous views over Dart Estuary and Start Bay • Terrace and gardens to water’s edge • Private slipway • Garage and parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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The Old Bakery CafĂŠ and Restaurant
We are open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9am until late for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. We serve traditional Mediterranean food reigning all the way from France to Morocco! Home cooked using direct from grower produce sourced from the continent as well as the best local fish, meat and vegetables. The kitchen team are only to happy to talk through all our ingredients from our open kitchen. So, whatever you want at whatever time of the day, you’ll be able to find it here.... truly great coffee, bread and cakes made on site daily, dishes made from scratch, tapas at the bar with chilled sherry, sofas to lounge on, free WiFi, romantic, candle lit restaurants and, when spring does arrive sunny courtyards for cold beers. Planning a celebration? We have the perfect spaces for anything from casual drinks and nibbles to private dining with a bespoke menu of up to 30 guests. Come and see what has earnt us a TripAdisor certificate of excellence for the 6th year running. Promenade, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1JD Tel: 01548 855777 info@theoldbakerykingsbridge.co.uk www.theoldbakerykingsbridge.co.uk
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A FARMHOUSE WITH CHARACTER DITTISHAM – Guide Price £1,000,000 A stunning Grade II listed traditional farmhouse dating from the early 17th century set within delightful gardens and grounds amounting to approximately 2 acres, comprising 3 reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen and ample off-road parking. No EPC required. Web Ref DAR170044
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6 bedrooms Gardens and grounds of around 2 acres Far reaching views to the sea Useful outbuildings About a mile from Dittisham
Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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A ROUND OF GOLF ON YOUR DOORSTEP CHURSTON FERRERS – Guide Price £1,200,000 A beautifully renovated substantial home with views over the golf course and across to the sea. The property benefits from 3 reception rooms, 4 bedrooms, stunning garden, garage and parking. EPC Rating E. Web Ref TOT150412
• 4 bedrooms • Panoramic sea and coastal views • Well presented • Stunning garden • Garage and parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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INNOVATIVE DESIGN WITH WATER VIEWS SALCOMBE - Guide Price £1,650,000 A wonderful opportunity to acquire an impressive contemporary home, currently under construction, with stunning estuary views offering high specification throughout with plenty of outside entertaining space and ample parking for 2 cars and small boat/trailer. Web Ref SAL170010
• 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Innovative design with plenty of light • Beautiful Salcombe views • Outside entertaining space and parking • A 10 minute walk into the centre Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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The Fat Monkey The Fat Monkey opened in December 2016 above the Shambles in Kingsbridge, next door to the cinema. The building has a cosy ambience with lots of natural wood and subtle lighting. The cosy bar offers stool and sofa seating for that relaxing drink after work or that pre – cinema drink. The open plan restaurant seats up to 40 people. Open 7 days a week, we are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner – see our Facebook page for more information and opening times. Join us for midafternoon drinks or a lovely coffee. The proprietor, Sam Fenegan and team of chefs have created a varied menu ranging from burgers and steaks to Asian and sea food specials. The menu changes regularly and you have the variation of daily specials. They offer regular offers, including deals if you go to the cinema next door. Once a month, local musician Ben Carr, hosts a brilliant night of live music with an eclectic mix of local musicians – these are not to be missed. If you are looking for a private event, a small social gathering, or a special night out with a partner, The Fat Monkey would be the perfect fit. Why not get in contact with Sam and his team and sample some of the delights on offer from the lovely menu? 01548 288220 thefatmonkey@hotmail.com
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PRIME WATERFRONT POSITION SALCOMBE – Guide Price £1,500,000 Delightful Grade II listed house in stunning prime waterfront position with immediate fascinating harbour and sea views, landing steps and running mooring. No EPC required. Web Ref SAL130227
• 4 bedrooms • Wonderful harbour and sea views • Landing steps and running mooring • Balcony to enjoy water views • Central Salcombe location Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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SpOTLIGHT ON ReSIdeNTIAL LeTTINGS…
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espite the negative press in the last few months focusing on mortgage regulation changes, income tax relief adjustments, the on-going political stresses surrounding the UK’s property market, all of which are compounded by increases in stamp duty for second home ownership. You would be forgiven for thinking that buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants and Estate Agents alike, would be waiting out the proverbial storm. However, Marchand Petit have found the lettings market in the South Hams has proven to be much more resilient than many had predicated. In fact, the first quarter of 2017, has proved to be extremely buoyant and is showing signs of stepping up another gear as spring, traditionally a time that signals new beginnings, starts in earnest. Bringing with it the busiest period in the lettings industry.
Home Reach, Totnes
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Some of the resilience in the South Hams lettings market can be attributed to previous holiday home and second home owners now looking to residential lettings, for the benefits that a long-term tenant can bring. The warmer weather has brought with it a surge in the number of quality registrations from prospective tenants. With both local house hunters and those relocating from further afield, who are looking to take advantage of the many benefits that living in the South Hams brings, we are set to see demand continue to outstrip supply. For example, such is demand for South Hams properties that Home Reach in Totnes, was let even before it was advertised. Marchand Petit offers multi-disciplined property solutions for all your residential and lettings needs. Mark Hoskin Head of Lettings
STEP THIS WAY DARTMOUTH – Guide Price £1,400,000 A detached house providing 2 reception rooms, study, games rooms, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), plus self-contained annexe. One of the best waterfront locations affording uninterrupted River Dart views. Large terrace and balcony, garden with landing steps, davit, running mooring (subject to licence & regulations) and single garage nearby. EPC Rating D. Web Ref MOD170005 • Over 3,000 sq ft of flexible living space • Convenient location for town • Large terrace and balcony • Garden with landing steps • Self-contained annexe Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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POTENTIAL TO EXPAND SLAPTON – Guide Price £1,450,000 A truly charming Grade II listed Devon farmhouse beautifully presented with 3 bedrooms and a 2 bedroom barn conversion, with planning permission to develop further, stone outbuildings and approximately 7 acres of landscaped gardens, with some sea views, including a delightful arboretum. No EPC required. Web Ref KIN160283 • 3 bedrooms together with 2 bedroom barn • Planning to develop further • Set in about 7 acres • Views down to Slapton beach • Delightful arboretum Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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Simply Art 2017 promises to be a very special year for the SHAF Arts Trail in October as we have the largest ever number of artists participating this year. It will also be the first year that the trail runs over a two week period from October the 14th until the 29th. Artists will be showcasing diverse disciplines such as painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, textiles, jewellery, print-making, wood turning and more. They will welcome visitors to their venues right across the South Hams region to enjoy work of a very high standard. The SHAF brochure is getting a new look this year. It will list all the details of participating artists and venues, and will be available from September at many outlets across the South Hams. Please take a look at our website www.shaf.org.uk or follow us on Facebook, South Hams Arts Forum.
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NEW BUILD ON THE RIVERSIDE NEWTON FERRERS – Guide Price £1,300,000 An impressive new build, mid-terrace property, 3 bedrooms arranged as principal bedroom with en suite shower room and 2 further bedrooms, with a riverside garden and rear terrace, summer house, running mooring and large garage. EPC Rating C. Joint Agent LREA. Web Ref NEW150063
• 3 bedrooms • Riverside garden • Summer house • Running mooring • Idyllic location Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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TWO HOMES IN ONE BLAGDON – Guide Price £825,000 Two houses in one with options. Perfect for those wanting additional income, for extended families or just as a beautiful 16th century home. No EPC required. Web Ref TOT060432
• 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Many original features • Delightful garden • Paddock • Income potential Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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Summer time in the Garden…
The warmer weather gives us all a boost to make the most of the sunshine, turning our attention to the garden. But if your outdoor space isn’t quite summer ready yet, there is still time to get it prepped. Whether you want to completely transform your unloved lawn, create a haven for outdoor entertaining, or understand how to get more out of your space; the team at South Hams Fencing & Landscaping are on hand with expert knowledge and ideas to get your garden looking great again in no time. Landscape Gardener Wayne, who heads up the team, shares his top tips… Stand out from the crowd: With many retailers buying from the same suppliers, garden furniture can feel impersonal and the choices available limiting. Bespoke handcrafted designs, made from long lasting and locally sourced materials will add impact and ensure you can tailor exactly what you need and match this to suit your space. One of our favourite materials has to be real oak which is great for hardwearing benches and creating dining sets with character. Over the past year, we have seen a rise in demand for outdoor kitchens. With more entertaining at home being done, they are a great
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investment to extend your living space and create something completely unique. Cutting back: The cold winter months can really take their toll on the general up keep of gardens and the warmer weather can then leave lawns looking dull and tired if they aren’t maintained. Frequently mowing grass will quickly revitalise your space and keep it looking its best throughout the season. In warmer months, it may be necessary to mow lawns a couple of times a week. When it comes to choosing the best tools for the job, in general, there are two different types of cutting systems within lawn mowers, cylinder and rotary. The latter has one very high speed rotating blade underneath, whilst cylinder mowers have multiple blades at the front – the more blades there are the better the cut. There are pros and cons to both, but worth noting that cylinder mowers won’t cut long grass, so the best option for frequent mowing.
Lawns aren’t the only thing that need to be maintained and it is important to give your mower a regular service. With cylinder designs, the blades need to be precisely adjusted otherwise it will chew grass up rather than cut it, leaving you with a very poorly mowed lawn. The summer months provide a good opportunity to improve the overall health of grass and feeding the lawn is good practice to keep it in tip-top condition. There are lots of products available which help to encourage re-growth and treat common lawn weeds. You should always check the instructions but generally when using feed and weed products, gardeners should not mow the area for three days before applying and then again one day after treatment. Pick Your Own, On Your Doorstep: Living in the beautiful Devon countryside, we are truly spoiled by rural landscapes and delicious local produce. With the latest foodie trend for foraging, menus in around the South Hams are filled with culinary dishes taken from wild hedgerows and sandy shores. Foraging may be big, but what many of us don't realise is that if you are growing the right plants a garden twist on the cooking trend can be right on your doorstep. Often tasked with creating a garden layout that is as productive as possible, the team can help to incorporate fruit growing fences, raised beds and design and install at home allotments. There’s often a misconception that you can’t grow your own produce because space is lacking, but lots of fruit and veg can be grown in pots or within existing beds among other plants. Our advice for those who are a bit unsure would be start by adding smaller, easy to maintain elements of edible plants including:
• Rosemary - lovely and fragrant, it flowers at different times throughout the year and looks great when in bloom. • Lemon balm - the warmer weather provides the perfect growing conditions, fresh lemon balm leaves can be used in salads, brewed for tea and used in seasoning. • Marigolds - an easy flower to grow and totally edible with a peppery taste. Quick colour fix: Adding in bloom plants to beds and hanging baskets will instantly give your garden a quick fix colour makeover. You don’t need huge amounts of space but we suggest you plan and look at other designs before laying beds and planting. Our go to local garden centre, Garden Time, is brimming with in season plants, flowers and accessories whilst being on hand with helpful expert advice to choose exactly what you are looking for. You’ll be summer ready in no time with these in season blooms – • • • • •
Begonia Sweet peas Geraniums Busy Lizzies Delphiniums
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SOUGHT AFTER PART OF TOWN WELLSWOOD, TORQUAY – Guide Price £1,280,000 A spectacular Victorian villa with magnificent sea views over Torbay, in a quiet location, superbly presented with an abundance of character features and only a mile from the harbour. EPC Rating F. Web Ref TOT160279
• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Lovely views over Torbay • Character features • Gardens • 10 minutes to the harbour and town Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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A Warm Welcome Awaits Gallery 5 is a gem of a gallery situated in Salcombe’s ‘Art and Maritime Quarter’. Set amongst the working boatyards and crafts people and near to Salcombe’s new Gin Distillery and Bar. A two minute walk from Shadycombe car park, its charm seduces all who venture along historic Island St. For those averse to the usual formal gallery experience, this is a far more friendly artspace – one which is guaranteed to catch your attention with one of John’s giant Lobsters hanging outside: an exquisite work of art painted with iridescent colours on sea-worn timbers from local working fishing boats, a most perfect invitation to enjoy the relaxed ambience within. In fact the words ‘local’ and ‘working’ sum up the ethos of Gallery 5 perfectly. Initially set up
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“Its charm seduces all who venture along historic Island St” as a collective of artists nine years ago, it’s now run by partners John Aspden – a painter, and Magles Denning – a photographer, who are dedicated to promoting local artists and talented artisans with a focus on affordable, contemporary and original work. The well curated art on display shows differing perspectives on the various elements, textures, and colours that comprise our landscape. The sensuous; the dynamic; even the transcendent qualities to be found at
sea – all are reflected within these charming stone walls. Large scale photographs of the local coastline; original abstract sweeping canvases; paintings framed to order; limited edition prints; silver jewellery cast from locally found shells. Exquisite glasswork imbued with gold and silver leaf; ceramics both decorative and functional; as well as bespoke, hand-crafted furniture made to design. All this and more! John and Magles acknowledge that many of us like to buy art as a gift or to commemorate a special occasion, which increases in value over time….. a gesture that carries memories of a place and times shared. A warm welcome awaits! www.gallery5salcombe.co.uk
PERIOD FEATURES AND GRANDEUR TOTNES – Guide Price £895,000 A substantial detached Grade II listed Georgian property situated in a central position for easy access to the town centre providing 5 bedrooms, walled garden, views across Totnes and complementing the main accommodation is a contemporary 1 bedroom self-contained annexe. No EPC required. Web Ref TOT160447 • Substantial detached Georgian property • Accommodation of approximately 2,600 sq ft • 5 bedrooms • Attractive gardens • Self contained 1 bedroom annexe Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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LIVE THE EQUESTRIAN DREAM EAST ALLINGTON – Guide Price £900,000 A fantastic opportunity to acquire an ideal equestrian property, full of character with flexible accommodation offering the possibility of use as a bed and breakfast, and benefiting from a 1 bedroom annexe, purpose built stabling and yard and approximately 3 acres. Land available by separate negotiation. EPC Rating D. Web Ref PWC160054 • Flexible living accommodation • Possibility to run a bed and breakfast • Stone barn with outline planning • Stable block and yard • In all about 3 acres Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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Thinking of buying or selling by Auction? Suitable Auction properties include: unique character properties, renovations, refurbishments, developments, parcels of land and woodlands, farms and smallholdings, investment properties
Need expert advice? Contact Stuart Cartwright MRICS Registered Valuer
If you would like your property included in future property Auctions or require advice on selling a property by Auction, please contact our Auctioneer’s office on 01548 831932/831930 or email: auction.professional@marchandpetit.co.uk
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SALCOMBE WATERFRONT LIVING SALCOMBE - Guide Price £950,000 A 3 bedroom, second-floor apartment amid a recently renovated private estate enjoying spectacular estuary and beach views due to its elevated waterside location in the popular resort of Salcombe. EPC Rating C. Web Ref SAL090099
• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Second floor apartment with balcony • Ever changing estuary views • Easy walk into Salcombe • Communal gardens Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Salcombe Branch 01548 844473 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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STYLISH PERIOD HOME DARTMOUTH – Guide Price £845,000 An elegant Georgian property with outstanding River Dart and sea views. Living room, balcony, kitchen/dining room, 4 double bedrooms, 1 en suite, family bathroom and cloakroom. Pretty garden. Carport nearby. EPC Rating D. Web Ref DAR160179
• 4 bedrooms • Elegant Georgian property • Superb River Dart and sea views • Period features • Carport Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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ROOM TO MAKE YOUR OWN SOUTH MILTON – Guide Price £795,000 A rare opportunity to acquire a large 4 double bedroom detached property with magnificent views across the countryside to the sea situated on an oversized plot with delightful garden and double garage. EPC Rating D. Web Ref KIN150263
• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Countryside and sea views • Good sized gardens • Double garage • Popular village close to the sea Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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PANORAMIC VIEWS NEAR DOWN THOMAS - Guide Price £895,000 Totally breathtaking panorama of the English Channel and Plymouth Sound. Detached house with 2 reception rooms, 4 bedroom suites, study, large integral double garage, gardens and views. EPC Rating C. Web Ref NEW170031
• 4 bedroom suites • Far reaching views • Well equipped • Sea facing balconies and terraces • Large double garage Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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INSTANTLY WELCOMING HOME LANDSCOVE - Guide Price £875,000 A delightful 17th century Grade II listed stone farmhouse with a wealth of period features situated in a picturesque village with attractive garden. No EPC required. Web Ref TOT150360
• 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Historic features • Attractive gardens • Overlooking idyllic South Hams countryside • Devon village location Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Totnes Branch 01803 847979 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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ELEGANCE AND CHARM YEALMPTON – Guide Price £895,000 An elegant early 19th century Grade II listed bay fronted detached house, south facing, in an established garden on the fringe of the well-equipped South Hams village of Yealmpton. No EPC required. Web Ref SAL160087
• 6 bedrooms • Large cellar • Level garden and sun terrace • Garage block • Village community Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Newton Ferrers Branch 01752 873311 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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RING THE CHANGES DARTMOUTH – Guide Price £865,000 An Impressive Grade II listed property, converted from a former Baptist Chapel. Large double height reception room, galleried kitchen/dining room, 3 double bedrooms, 2 en suite. Impressive converted loft room. Central location. No EPC required. Web Ref DAR160082
• 3 bedrooms • Cleverly converted accommodation • Full height reception • Spacious loft room • Quiet town location Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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BRINGING THE OUTSIDE IN BLACKAWTON – Guide Price £925,000 A magnificent barn conversion situated in a peaceful rural location with outstanding countryside views from the main rooms. Large open plan living space/kitchen, master bedroom with dressing room and en suite, 3 further bedrooms, 1 en suite. Beautifully landscaped gardens, triple garage and additional parking. EPC Rating C. Web Ref DAR160156 • 4 bedrooms • High standard of accommodation • Beautiful rural location with views • Plenty of natural light • Triple garage and parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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BEACHES AT BANTHAM & THURLESTONE CHURCHSTOW – Guide Price £795,000 Lovingly converted in the mid-1990s by the current owners to create a fabulous family home. Located between Bantham and Thurlestone, a 4 double bedroom barn conversion presented to a very high standard and providing wonderful family accommodation. EPC Rating E. Web Ref KIN160130
• 4 double bedrooms, 1 en suite • Spacious adaptable layout • Rural setting between local beaches • Garage and parking • Detached self-contained office Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Kingsbridge Branch 01548 857588 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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OVER THE BAY TO BURGH ISLAND BIGBURY ON SEA – Guide Price £795,000 Occupying a wonderful corner position, a beautifully appointed detached bungalow with 3 en suite bedrooms. In an elevated location with magnificent sea and coastal views over the bay and out to Burgh Island, Hope Cove and Bolt Tail. Ready as either a full time home or for delightful holidays by the sea. EPC Rating D. Web Ref MOD170023 • 3 bedrooms (all en suite) • 5 minutes to the beach • Sea and coastal views • Garden • Parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Modbury Branch 01548 831163 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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MARINA VIEWS DARTMOUTH – Guide Price £875,000 A stunning ground floor apartment with outstanding River Dart and marina views. Stylish living room, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, 1 en suite. Waterside terrace. Parking. EPC Rating D. Web Ref DAR170013
• 2 bedrooms • Ground floor living • River and marina views • Waterside terrace • Parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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YOUR OWN SPRING FED MILLPOND AVETON GIFFORD – Guide Price £775,000 A substantial 6 bedroom Grade II listed south facing converted barn with fabulous character features, wonderful views in a charming countryside setting, a magnificent spring fed millpond and outbuildings and garage. No EPC required. Web Ref MOD140121
• 6 bedrooms • South facing garden • Spring fed millpond • Fabulous country views • Outbuildings Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Modbury Branch 01548 831163 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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SIT BACK AND ENJOY DARTMOUTH – Guide Price £825,000 An Art Deco style detached house with magnificent River Dart views from the principal rooms 3/4 bedrooms, 1 en suite, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 2 bath/shower rooms. Large paved terrace overlooking river. EPC Rating E. Web Ref DAR120263
• 4 bedrooms • Art Deco style • Fabulous River Dart views • Large terrace • Sought after area Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Dartmouth Branch 01803 839190 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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JUST OFF THE BEATEN TRACK MODBURY – Guide Price £875,000 Ridgeway is a tastefully extended and modernised country house offering 6 bedrooms, one of which is located on the ground floor. Set within 4 acres of land and garden and also benefiting from a double garage. No onward chain. EPC Rating E. Web Ref MOD120088
• 6 bedrooms • Tastefully modernised • Set in 4 acres • Double garage • Easy access to Plymouth Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Modbury Branch 01548 831163 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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VALLEY VIEWS FROM HAMLET OF LUDBROOK NEAR ERMINGTON – Guide Price £750,000 A bright and airy detached family home with plenty of natural light coming in through the large windows, snuggled in the hamlet of Ludbrook and offering lovely rural views over open farmland across a valley. EPC Rating C. Web Ref MOD160185
• 5/6 bedrooms • Light and spacious living space • Enviable rural location • Garden and roof terrace • Garage and parking Contact: Prime Waterfront & Country House 01548 855590 Modbury Branch 01548 831163 www.marchandpetit.co.uk
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New Homes and Land in the South Hams Welcome to our Simply South Hams Summer edition. We have started the year well with new homes coming to the forefront of the property market within our area, due to their accessible locations and the incentives available. Please do visit our website www.marchandpetit.co.uk for further details. So far, we have seen the launch of the second phase of the exciting development at Baltic Wharf by Bloor Homes, with the long-awaited release of the superb townhouses overlooking the River Dart. Contact our Totnes office on 01803 847979 for further details of this and the new development in Staverton by Botree Group. Riverwood is a superb collection of only 4 contemporary townhouses. Built around an exclusive courtyard where each property benefits from an individual high specification, parking and gardens. We are delighted to announce another new instruction Salcombe Rise, an exclusive development set on the outskirts of this ever-popular seaside town. With properties starting at £650,000 they are sure to generate considerable interest. Sales are available off plan, contact our Salcombe office on 01548 844473 for further details. On the land front, the year has started well with many deals being agreed but we are still in need of any opportunities – either individual or barn complexes, conversions of existing properties or straight land for development for residential and mixed use. Please contact Andrew Biggs for a confidential discussion either on 01548 233100 or email andrew@marchandpetit.co.uk. Please view our website for all details www.marchandpetit.co.uk.
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Spend 2017 in a brand new energy efficient home! Follaton Oak development is a contemporary collection of 3 and 4 bedroom houses for sale in Totnes, with prices from £384,950 and Help to Buy available. Poised on a hill that slopes down to the River Dart, the town is surrounded by rich and inspiring countryside. Follaton Oak couldn't be in a more convenient location, with Totnes providing all the amenities of a bustling market town. Totnes has excellent transport links by road and rail. The nearest airport is at Exeter, and ferries to France and Spain operate from Plymouth. There are supermarkets, banks, a library, doctors and dentist surgeries and local buses serving the surrounding area. Families will appreciate the choice of good local schools for all ages. The Grove Primary School, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, is just under a mile away, while King Edward VI Community College, for 11-18 year olds, is around three quarters of a mile away.
Show Home opening times are Thursday - Monday 10am to 5pm. If you need anymore information please contact the Totnes Office on 01803 847979