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Tucked away on the picturesque outskirts of Manaton and Haytor, this enchanting three-bedroom character cottage offers a rare opportunity to enjoy tranquil countryside living with breathtaking moorland walks right on your doorstep.

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Beautifully maintained by the current owners, the property exudes warmth and charm throughout, seamlessly blending period character with comfortable modern living. From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by a wealth of original features, including exposed beams and a striking inglenook fireplace, creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere.

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Further benefits include a garage, no onward chain, and generous grounds extending to just over 0.4 acres, offering ample outdoor space to enjoy the surrounding rural setting.

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This delightful cottage presents an idyllic rural retreat, perfect for those seeking character, charm, and a connection to the surrounding countryside, while still being within easy reach of nearby amenities.

The ground floor
Offers versatile living accommodation, comprising a charming lounge with a woodburner, perfect for relaxing evenings, and a second sitting room featuring a magnificent inglenook fireplace with its own woodburner and an attractive oak staircase. There is also a useful snug or home office space, a well-appointed kitchen, and a delightful sun room that enjoys lovely views over the garden. Completing the ground floor is a generously sized bedroom, a modern shower room, and a rear entrance with sink, ideal for bringing in dogs or for muddy boots.

The first floor
Upstairs, the property continues to impress with two well-proportioned bedrooms and a stunning family bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath that adds a touch of luxury and elegance.

To the outside
Set within approximately 0.4 acres, the gardens are a true highlight of the home. A charming brook gently divides the outdoor space into two distinct areas: one side boasts a mature, established garden filled with an array of shrubs and trees, offering a peaceful, natural setting, while the other provides a more open, lawned area ideal for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment. Additional benefits include a garage, several useful woodstores and sheds.

Location
Fordgate Cottage is located on the outskirts of Manaton and Haytor, which are situated in the Dartmoor National Park and offers a historic church and the Kestor Inn. The area is well known for its superb walking and riding opportunities, in addition to the open moor and tors, the delightful Becky Falls are close by, together with the wooded Lustleigh Cleave. Bovey Tracey is approximately 6 miles away with its wider range of facilities, along with access to the A38 Devon Expressway linking the cities of Exeter and Plymouth.

Directions
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Agents Notes (Material Information)
Tenure: Freehold Council Tax - F (Teignbridge District Council) Mains Electricity Private Water Supply Cesspit Drainage Oil/Electric Fired Central Heating Parking: Single garage Please note: the property is located within Dartmoor National Park