Summary - Melrose, Hele Cross, Ashburton TQ13 7QX
4 bed 3 bath Detached
Substantial energy-efficient family home with expansive gardens and countryside views.
Four double bedrooms with principal en suite and walk‑in wardrobe|Generous living spaces totalling c.3,289 sq ft, ideal for family use|South‑west glazed extension, sun lounge and terrace with wide rural views|High-efficiency systems: underfloor heating, MVHR, solar hot water|Substantial plot (1.43 acres) with formal gardens, orchard and pond|Large carport (motorhome height), garage with mezzanine, multiple outbuildings|Very slow broadband speeds; hamlet location may feel isolated from services|Council tax Band G — relatively high ongoing cost
Set well on over an acre of formal gardens with long rural views, this detached four-bedroom house blends period character with a thoughtfully modernised extension. The heart of the home is a south‑west facing kitchen/dining room flowing into a glazed sun lounge and terrace — ideal for family entertaining and everyday life. Four double bedrooms, two en suites and generous reception rooms give flexibility for family living, home working and hobbies.
The property was remodelled in 2016 with strong energy-efficiency features: underfloor heating, MVHR, solar hot water, insulated external render, double glazing and a backup generator. Practical outbuildings include a high carport capable of storing a motorhome, a garage with mezzanine storage and several garden sheds. The layout and size (circa 3,289 sq ft) suit multigenerational families or buyers wanting substantial living and outdoor space in a semi-rural setting.
Important practical points: the house sits in a small hamlet on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, offering privacy and very low local crime but some isolation from urban services. Broadband speeds are reported as very slow, and the council tax is in Band G. The extensive grounds and historic fabric mean ongoing upkeep and garden maintenance should be expected.
Overall, this is a rare opportunity to buy a large, energy-efficient family home with exceptional outside space and impressive indoor–outdoor connectivity — best for buyers who value rural privacy and can accommodate the property’s maintenance and connectivity limitations.
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