About this property

An impressive bay fronted colonial style house, dating from 1924, and in the same family ownership for 80 years. This magnificent home creates a wonderful feeling of nostalgia throughout the house and gardens. Standing in grounds of about 1.4 acres
(0.57 Ha), strategically placed high above the Yealm Estuary, commanding exceptional panoramic river and country views.

Situation
Newton Ferrers is a much sought-after estuary village on the northern slope of the beautiful estuary of the River Yealm within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Yealm House occupies one of the very best locations within the village, with a breath-taking south-westerly aspect.
Newton Ferrers, together with the adjoining Noss Mayo, has a range of amenities that include two churches, primary school, Post Office, Cooperative store, café/deli, chemist, The Dolphin, The Swan and The Ship pubs and very active yacht club. There are also a number of lively U3A groups. Fine cliff top, river, woodland and coastal walks lead from the village, and Dartmoor National Park is just a short distance away. Much of the coastline in this area is National Trust owned.
The historic and vibrant city of Plymouth is within easy commuting distance. The large university has a number of world class faculties and both medical and dental schools. The outstanding Theatre Royal has a national reputation. There is a regular train service to London from Plymouth and there are passenger ferries running from the city to France and Spain.

Description
Built in 1924 for a Dr Gasman, this substantial house is designed with a strong Swiss-German influence to a grand style. High ceilings and distinctive, North American joinery, the design revolves around the enchanting aspect over the nearby water and wooded hillside beyond. Not only do the principal receptions and large sun room enjoy this outlook, but the fabulous large highly elevated balcony, has one of the best outlooks on the South Devon coastline. Retaining a great deal of the original "Art Deco" style this is a wonderfully atmospheric house that would prove ideal for entertaining or versatile to accommodate differing families' needs.

OUTSIDE
The magnificent mature garden has many specimen shrubs, having been planted and nurtured over many years. Set across the hillside it extends to just under 1.5 acres and "Sunrays" a detached garden studio flat which was refurbished in 1990 has a wonderful elevated position within the garden along with a water facing terrace to take full advantage of the views. The nearby studio and Sunrays is an independent and separate residence. These small buildings also have delightful river views and garden terraces and are on a separate title to the main property. In addition the grounds extend into a woodland garden (with some TPOs) adjoining Lower Court Road, where there is existing vehicular access.

Property information
Local Authority: South Hams District Council.
Council Tax: Band H
EPC Rating: Band E
Services: Mains water, electricity and gas. Oil fired central heating, Mains gas to AGA and to Sunrays. Private Drainage. High speed fibre optic broadband.
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.
Postcode: PL8 1BL

Services
Mains water, electricity and gas. Oil fired central heating, Mains gas to AGA and to Sunrays. Private Drainage. High speed fibre optic broadband.

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.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Marchand Petit, Newton Ferrers Office, Tel: 01752 873311

Directions
Directions: On the A379 Plymouth to Kingsbridge road at Yealmpton take the B3186 signposted for Newton Ferrers. On entering the village follow the road towards the centre, passing Marchand Petit's office on the right. Follow the road down to pass the church on the right and continue into Yealm Road. Continue to the very end of Yealm Road and the entrance drive rising up to the property will be found on the right.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Marchand Petit, Newton Ferrers Office, Tel: 01752 873311.

Mileage
Harbour 200 metres walking distance • A38 9 miles • Dartmoor National Park 11 miles • Plymouth City Centre 7 miles • Waterfront 8 miles
(Distances are approximate)