Thurlestone, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3NJ | Property for sale | Savills
185.34 sq m
Guide price £1,495,000(42,930,602 EGP)

ThurlestoneKingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 3NJ

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in August 2023
  • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
  • Garden, studio/gym, summerhouse
  • Detached double garage and workshop
  • Air source heat pump and Solar PV

An immaculately presented detached home in sought-after Thurlestone with a generous garden and far reaching countryside and coastal views

About this property

  • The Platt is located close to the heart of the village and sits on a generous plot with far reaching views over the village, the rolling South Hams' countryside, to Thurlestone Rock and the sea beyond. The accommodation is beautifully presented and arranged over one level. Spacious and bright throughout, the current owners have installed an air source heat pump as well as solar panels creating an extremely efficient family home with excellent eco-credentials. The welcoming entrance hall leads to a lovely, dual aspect kitchen which is integrated with a range of appliances including a dishwasher, electric double range and a fridge freezer. The central island / breakfast bar creates a sociable feel while the adjoining utility / laundry / boot room provides convenient access to outside. The dining room and sitting room, with wood burning stove, are largely open plan continuing the sociable theme and offer a wonderful space for entertaining. Both rooms benefit from French windows which open out onto the wrap around deck with a third set leading from the large bay window in the sitting room which really extends the living space and provides the perfect spot for alfresco dining or enjoying a sundowner. The bedrooms continue the spacious and light theme with the principal bedroom benefitting from built in cabinetry, an en suite bathroom and French doors to the terrace, from which to enjoy the countryside and sea views. There are a further three double bedrooms, two of which have views over the village to the church and sea beyond as well as a further bedroom / study, a family bathroom and a shower room.

    Gardens and Grounds
    The garden at The Platt is simply delightful with far reaching views of the rolling countryside, South Milton Sands, Thurlestone Rock and out to sea. Accessed from all of the principal rooms is a large, wrap around deck / terrace which faces south and west providing the perfect spot for entertaining, alfresco dining or for watching the amazing sunsets! Beyond the deck, the garden is largely laid to lawn, dotted with fruit trees and bordered by mature shrubs. There are two large summer houses, one of which currently offers a gym and the other a hot tub as well as a small kitchen garden, a greenhouse and a shed. To the front, The Platt is approached through a five bar gate, which leads to ample parking as well as a double garage and workshop with storage over.

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This really is a hidden gem and what a village.....long sandy beaches, coastal walks, a great pub and a golf club! Something for everyone and a must see!!

Amy HartProperty agent

Local information

  • Thurlestone is a picture postcard village full of charm, thatched cottages and sandy beaches. Situated on one of the most unspoilt stretches South Devon coastline between Burgh Island and Salcombe makes it one of the most sought-after villages in the South Hams. The bustling village has a good range of amenities including a post office/village shop, a primary school, a parish hall which offers a range of social events and classes and a church. There is also a well renowned and spectacular links golf course, a tennis club, an award winning hotel, and a village pub.
  • Situated on the South West Coast Path, it offers a wealth of coastal walks for keen walkers, dog walkers and coastal enthusiasts, along the headland to Bantham, Hope Cove and Salcombe. There are two large sandy beaches as well as numerous smaller sandy coves. The largest of these is the National Trust owned South Milton Sands with its landmark Thurlestone Rock and offers the ‘Beachouse” seafood restaurant and café and is also home to the Thurlestone Marsh, one of three small wetlands south of the village attracting an array of wildlife. The nearby market town of Kingsbridge sits at the head of the Kingsbridge and Salcombe Estuary and offers a wonderful range of shops, deli's, pubs, restaurants, a health centre, a leisure centre with indoor swimming pool as well as primary education and the renowned secondary school KCC (Kingsbridge Community College). Totnes (16 miles) offers a regular main line train service to London in under three hours. The city of Plymouth has a ferry service to France, whilst Exeter International Airport is within easy reach as is the A38 Devon Expressway with access to the M5.

Additional information

  • SERVICES
  • Mains electricity, water and drainage. Air Source Heat Pump for central heating
  • Directions: Continue on the A381 from Kingsbridge towards Salcombe, taking the first right hand turn towards Thurlestone. Once in the village, pass the primary school on your left and as you descend into the village take the right hand turning signposted to West Buckland. The Platt will be found a short distance along on the left.
  • EPC Rating: C
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: F