Colston Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11

Rill Farm is an attractive and substantial Grade II Listed Georgian farmhouse located within the idyllic South Hams countryside. Dating from the 17th century, the property features almost 5,000 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation configured over three floors. The property has been sensitively modernised to combine the amenities of modern living whilst retaining a wealth of attractive characterful features including sash windows, original fireplaces and exposed timber beams. The property enjoys spectacular views over the far reaching countryside.

The heart of the farmhouse is the open-plan kitchen and sitting room, a 41ft living and entertaining space with exposed wooden floorboards, an original fireplace fitted with a woodburning stove and a dual-aspect that allows for plenty of natural light. The kitchen has modern units, including a central island, integrated appliances and an Aga. There is a door that leads from the kitchen to the gardens. A spacious boot room provides a separate space for appliances. Further attractive reception space can be found in the comfortable sitting room that also features an impressive original fireplace as well large sash windows. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a bright and integral study and a downstairs cloakroom.

There are three well-presented double bedrooms on the first floor including the generously sized principle bedroom. All of the bedrooms on this floor feature a dual-aspect that provides lightfilled accommodation. The first floor has three family bathrooms and a shower room, including the main bathroom which has a freestanding bathtub and separate shower unit. There are spacious reception areas on the landings of the three staircases and the first floor also benefits from a walk-in wardrobe. The second floor has a further three generous double bedrooms.


General Information
Local Authority: Teignbridge District Council
Services: Mains electricity. Private water supply and drainage.
Council Tax: Band G
Tenure: Freehold
Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not

The property occupies a stunning rural position, with magnificent views over the Dart Valley, a mile and a half from the market town of Buckfastleigh. The town provides a range of everyday amenities, including local shops, a medical centre and cafes. There are good private and state schools in the area including the popular Steiner school, Torquay's grammar schools and some excellent primary schools in the surrounding villages. The larger towns of Totnes and Newton Abbot, 5 and 10 miles away respectively, provide a wider choice of facilities and larger supermarkets. Exeter, approximately 24 miles away, is the most thriving city in the South West and offers a wide choice of cultural activities with theatres, a museum, an arts centre, excellent restaurants, and a wealth of good shopping, including John Lewis. Many good schools can be found in Exeter including Exeter School, Exeter College and The Maynard, whilst Exeter University is recognised as one of the best universities in the country. For leisure the stunning countryside of Dartmoor provides numerous walking, cycling and riding routes, while the Devon coast is also within easy reach.

Communication links are excellent. The A38 is approximately two miles away, leading to the A30 and the M5 at Exeter. There are frequent rail services from Totnes to Exeter St David's and to London Paddington in just under 3 hours. Exeter International Airport offers a range of domestic and European flights

The property is set in far-reaching gardens, which total 2 acres in all. Rill Farm is approached via an impressive long drive. A little further up the driveway is a spring fed pond amongst established trees and there is also a small summerhouse to the north of the farmhouse. The main house has a pretty country garden, with immaculate lawns, colourful flowerbeds and a variety of shrubs, trees and hedgerows. An area of timber decking provides a wonderful vantage point to take in the breathtaking views to the east.