Quaint two-bedroom village cottage with private garden, chain free and close to Totnes..
Chain free two-bedroom cottage in sought-after Harberton village
Private, beautifully landscaped rear garden and small herb area
Compact living: total area approx. 513 sq ft, modest room sizes
EPC Band F; electric panel heating, higher running costs likely
Stone walls are uninsulated (assumed); insulation opportunity
New windows and back door; engineered oak living-room floor
Off-street cobbled parking space to the front
Just 3 miles from Totnes with good transport links
This stone-built cottage in Harberton is a compact, characterful two-bedroom home ideal for buyers seeking village life close to Totnes. The living room has engineered oak floors, a fireplace and generous natural light; the kitchen is modern and well appointed. A beautifully landscaped, private rear garden and a small cobbled front parking area add usable outdoor space rare for cottages of this size.
Practicalities are straightforward: the property is freehold, chain free and sits just three miles from Totnes with good road and rail connections. Broadband is average and mobile signal is excellent. Local schools and village amenities support day-to-day life in a thriving community setting.
There are important energy and maintenance considerations. The EPC is band F and heating is by electric panel heaters; the original granite walls are assumed uninsulated. Windows and the back door are new, but the house will benefit from future insulation and heating upgrades to reduce running costs and improve comfort.
Overall, this is a cosy, well-presented period cottage with immediate charm and usable outdoor space. It will suit first-time buyers, downsizers or buyers seeking a low-maintenance rural base who are prepared to invest in efficiency improvements over time.