The Barns @ Downton

About this property

The Barns at Downton is a stunning three-bedroom Eco-friendly barn conversion located in the hamlet of Downton just outside the beautiful riverside village of Dittisham near Dartmouth and is a wonderful place for a family of six to stay while exploring the surrounding area including the immediately adjacent South Devon AONB. The property is approached via a gated entry to a car park with electric charging point with stone steps leading down to a spacious private terrace with ample seating and wood fired hot tub.

The property is made up of three stone barns with a large front door into a spacious entrance hall with utility room with separate washing machine, tumble dryer and under counter fridge and a downstairs WC. The large sitting room to the right has 3 seating areas consisting of 2 large comfortable sofas situated around a wood burning stove and Smart TV with PlayStation 4 and a soundbar, which can also be used to stream music, here there is also a pool table. Behind this are two large lounging chairs to enjoy a relaxing drink or read a book plus there is a desk, with wired internet connection, for anyone who needs to just check in with work while away.

To the left of the entrance hall is a large kitchen/diner with high ceilings, dining table, breakfast bar and island. There are double ovens with microwave, induction hob, fridge freezer and dishwasher as well as a Lavazza coffee machine. From the kitchen the sliding glass doors take you to the private patio with dining table, BBQ, garden lounging set and wood fired hot tub.

The hallway from the kitchen leads to the 2 downstairs bedrooms that consist of two zip and link beds, each of which can be made up as large doubles or twin rooms. The family bathroom has a large walk-in shower and oversized basin. On the first floor the master suite consists of a king size bed, ample storage for clothing and a large en suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and double basin. All 3 bedrooms have a hairdryer and dressing table.

This property has been renovated to a very high standard with a view to making it as off-grid as possible. The electricity is generated from solar panels in the adjacent field and the underfloor heating and hot water is generated from an air-source heat pump.

Set out for the day and head to the nearby village of Blackawton, here there is a charming village shop with a Post Office and the George Inn, where you can sample the local delights and delicious pub food, ideal for when you fancy a night off from the kitchen! For a wider selection of amenities, Dartmouth is nearby and offers a plethora of pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops, as well as the Dartmouth Museum where you can delve into the town’s history in the setting of a 17th-century merchant’s house. Dartmouth is a budding historians haven, with the impressive 16th-century Bayards cove to explore and the imposing Dartmouth Castle with it’s 15th-century tower and stunning views overlooking the River Dart. If you’re a keen walker then the footpath from Greenway to Dartmouth will provide you with magnificent scenery along the way. For a day at the beach, take advantage of the close proximity to the award-winning Blue Flag beach of Blackpool Sands, where you can bathe on the golden sands, paddle the shores or try your hand at a selection of watersports including, rafting, kayaking and paddleboarding. Hire a boat over to Kingswear where you will find the superb 16th-century Kingswear Castle as well as the National Trust site of Coleton Fishacre, a grand 1920’s country house not to be missed! For an unforgettable getaway to Dartmouth, be sure to choose The Barns @ Downton.

Dittisham is a picturesque village surrounded by rolling countryside, located on the banks of the River Dart in the South Hams. Wander along the quiet streets lined with quaint, stone cottages and lush gardens, until you reach the waterfront. Dittisham’s quayside is often regarded as the hub of village activity. Stop at the Anchorstone Café for a spot of lunch while taking in the fantastic river views. Try your hand at some crabbing with the kids on the dinghy pontoon. Visit the iconic pink Ferry Boat Inn (or FBI as it is known locally). Ring the bell for the ferry and head across the Dart to Greenway, the once holiday home of the renowned Agatha

Christie. For outdoor activities, there are sailing schools and boat hire also paddle board and canoe hire, as well as plenty of

scenic walks. The harbour town of Dartmouth is just a short drive away or ferry away, and offers an array of shops, a cinema, plenty of restaurants and even a castle. Further afield, you will find plenty of fantastic beaches such as Blackpool and Slapton Sands, as well as key destinations such as Salcombe, Totnes, and Brixham to explore.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with balcony and en-suite bath, handheld shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground-floor twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request).

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Living room with woodburning stove and a pool table.

Air source heat pumps with woodburning stove and underfloor heating.

Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, coffee maker, iron, hoover, clothes airer, hairdryer.

Smart TV, Playstation 4, WiFi, a selection of games.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Ample off-road parking with charging point available.

Large garden with patio, furniture and wood fuelled hot tub, starter pack provided, additional logs will need to be provided by guests.

Strictly No Smoking.

Shop 3.6 miles, pub 1.7 miles