A delightful Grade II listed thatched cottage comprising three bedrooms and garden room with further guest accommodation. Large gardens, double garage and parking. Panoramic river views.

Dartmouth 6 miles, Kingsbridge 14 miles, Totnes 9.5 miles. All mileages are approximate.
SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION
Dittisham is a quintessential Devon village, with charming cottages lining the narrow streets. The village boasts a strong community with a beautiful Church, two Inns, a sailing club and a village store and is one of the most sought after villages in the South Hams. The village lies on the western banks of the River Dart, approximately 6 miles from the historic town of Dartmouth, home to the Britannia Royal Naval College and a bustling market town, famous as a sailing centre.

Fern Cottage is a newly thatched period cottage situated in the heart of Dittisham within a short walk of the River Dart. There are outstanding views from the property and garden over the river, village and surrounding countryside. The cottage is Grade II listed and provides three double bedrooms and further self contained guest accommodation in the garden.
APPROACH
Wrought iron pedestrian gate from Manor Street leads round to front of property. Part glazed stable door leads into:
HALLWAY

DINING ROOM
Two windows overlooking terrace with river and country views. Tiled floor. Beamed ceiling.
SITTING ROOM
Large feature stone fireplace with stone hearth and inset woodburning stove. Beamed ceiling Two windows overlooking side of property with window seats and cupboards under. Tiled floor, built in corner shelf.
KITCHEN
Dual aspect. Tiled floor. Range of wooden eye and base level units, display shelving and drawers. Tiled worksurfaces, tiled splashbacks. Inset deep ceramic sink. Dishwasher, fridge, electric cooker with extractor hood and light above, built in microwave, Dutch airer.
SHOWER ROOM
Off kitchen. Shower cubicle with glazed screen, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, medicine cabinet, wall mounted heated towel rail. Understairs storage area.
FIRST FLOOR

STAIRS
Wooden stairs rise from kitchen to:
LANDING
Airing cupboard with slatted shelving and hot water cylinder.
BATHROOM
‘Jack and Jill’ bathroom with panelled bath with hand held shower attachment, part tiled walls, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, small built in cupboard, wall mounted heated towel rail. Window overlooking rear garden.
BEDROOM 1
Dual aspect double bedroom with views over the River Dart, countryside beyond and rear garden. Built in double wardrobe with hanging space and shelving.
LOWER LANDING
Alcove display area.
BEDROOM 3
Double bedroom with views over the River Dart and terrace. Built in double wardrobe with hanging space and drawer under. High level display recess. Access to loft space.
BEDROOM 2
Spacious double bedroom with views over the river across to Galmpton Creek. Double built in wardrobe with hanging space, shelving and drawer under.
LAUNDRY ROOM
Accessed from outside property. Tiled floor, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Space for freezer. Shelf.
GARDEN
To the front of the property is a large paved terrace bordered by hedging and stone walls. There are stunning views over the village, River Dart and surrounding countryside from this area. Steps lead up to a wooden summerhouse with glazed doors and paved area to the front. A stepped pathway winds up through the rear garden, which is laid to lawn and interspersed with mature shrubs and specimen trees including a magnificent magnolia tree. Towards the top of the garden there is a small orchard, fruit cage, timber and glazed garden shed and an uncultivated fenced area with a shelter. The garden affords a good degree of privacy and is bordered with panel fencing, hedging and stone walls. There are extensive views from the garden over the village and River Dart.
GARDEN ROOM
Detached wooden studio sited in the rear garden providing guest accommodation. French doors with glazed side panels open into a light and spacious room with tiled floor. To one wall there are built in cupboards and drawers with a central desk section. Built in cupboard with hanging space and shelving, wall heater.
SHOWER ROOM
Shower cubicle with electric shower and glazed sliding screen, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, shelf, wall mounted heated towel rail, wall heater.
BOILER ROOM
Accessed from side of Fern Cottage through pedestrian gate.
DOUBLE GARAGE
With sliding wooden doors. Light, power and shelving. Parking for one vehicle in front of garage doors.
COUNCIL TAX
Currently Band G
LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5NE. Tel. 01803 861234.
POST CODE
TQ6 0EX
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All others are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.
TENURE
Freehold with vacant possession on completion.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents, Marchand Petit. Telephone: 01803 839190
DIRECTIONS
From Dartmouth take the A3122 towards Totnes. After approximately 4 miles turn right at the Sportsmans Arms, Hemborough Post, signposted to Dittisham. On entering the village turn right into The Level which leads into Manor Street. The property will be found on the right towards the bottom of the hill.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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2. Any description or information given should not be relied on as a statement or representation of fact that the property or its services are in good condition. Neither Marchand Petit, nor any of its employees, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property.
3. The photographs show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate only.
4. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any regulations or other consent has been obtained. These matters must be verified by any intending purchaser.
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