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Guide Price£275,000

Hillfield, Nr Dartmouth

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Attractive two-bedroom converted barn in the peaceful rural hamlet of Hillfield
  • Spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area
  • Separate sun room with direct access to the rear garden
  • Two well-proportioned double bedrooms with countryside views
  • Beautiful enclosed rear garden with mature planting
  • Greenhouse providing excellent opportunities for keen gardeners
  • Courtyard parking for two vehicles
  • Conveniently located for Dartmouth, South Devon beaches, the South West Coast Path and wider transport links

Description

Tucked away within the peaceful rural hamlet of Hillfield, just a short drive from the picturesque waterside town of Dartmouth, Bramble Cottage is an attractive two-bedroom converted barn forming part of a small courtyard development. This delightful home offers well-balanced accommodation, a really pretty rear garden, parking for up to two vehicles, and a wonderful countryside setting, making it equally suited as a permanent residence, holiday retreat or investment opportunity.

Approached across an attractive courtyard, the property has a shared entrance porch which leads directly into the heart of the home. The spacious open-plan living area creates a wonderfully sociable environment, with clearly defined areas for cooking, dining and relaxing. The kitchen is thoughtfully fitted with an excellent range of wall and base units providing storage and worktop space, complemented by some integrated appliances making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining family and friends.

The living area enjoys plenty of natural light and a welcoming atmosphere. There is space for comfortable seating as well as a dining table, creating a versatile living environment. To the rear, a small sun room provides an additional reception space and offers the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee, read a book or simply admire the garden throughout the changing seasons. Double doors open directly onto the rear garden.

Stairs rise to the first floor where a landing provides access to two double bedrooms. Both rooms enjoy attractive views across the surrounding countryside, creating a peaceful and relaxing setting. Each bedroom offers ample space for freestanding furniture and benefits from plenty of natural light. Serving the bedrooms is a separate family bathroom, fitted with a modern suite with a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

Outside, the rear garden is a particular feature of the property. Mainly laid to lawn, it is bordered by an array of mature shrubs, flowering plants and established planting, creating colour and interest throughout the year. The garden provides a wonderful space for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside. A greenhouse offers excellent opportunities for keen gardeners.

The property further benefits from convenient courtyard parking for 2 vehicles.

Hillfield is a charming and peaceful rural hamlet surrounded by the rolling countryside of the South Hams, yet perfectly positioned for easy access to the vibrant riverside town of Dartmouth. One of South Devon's most desirable destinations, Dartmouth is renowned for its stunning waterfront, rich maritime heritage, excellent sailing facilities and the world-famous annual Royal Regatta. The town offers an outstanding selection of independent boutiques, cafés, award-winning restaurants, traditional pubs and art galleries, together with a thriving year-round community.

The surrounding area offers an abundance of opportunities to enjoy the very best of the South Devon lifestyle. Spectacular beaches including Blackpool Sands, Slapton Sands and Sugary Cove are all within easy reach, while the South West Coast Path provides miles of breathtaking coastal walks. There are numerous golf courses, sailing clubs and outdoor pursuits nearby, making this an exceptional location for those who appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Despite its idyllic rural setting, Bramble Cottage enjoys excellent transport connections. Mainline rail services to London Paddington are available from Totnes, approximately 13 miles away, while the A38 Devon Expressway can be accessed at Buckfastleigh, around 19 miles distant, providing convenient links to Exeter, Plymouth and beyond.

Tenure

Freehold

Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to a shared septic tank. Electric heaters

Fixtures & Fittings

All items in the written text of these sales particulars are included in the sale. Other items are expressly excluded, regardless of inclusion in any photograph. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory working order.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
B
Date Posted
2026-08-19

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Mains
Water
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

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Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

900 Mbps

Standard (10-30 Mbps)

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Blackawton Primary School1.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    140
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    76
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Dartmouth Academy2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 19
    Pupils
    435
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Stoke Fleming Community Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    170
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Stoke Gabriel Primary School3.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    72
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Dartmouth Academy2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 19
    Pupils
    435
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy4.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,062
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Paignton Academy6.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,568
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Brixham College6.6 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,012
    Type
    Academy converter
  • King Edward VI Community College6.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    940
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Amenities

Supermarket

Sainsburys Dartmouth, Dartmouth1.7 miles
Lidl Dartmouth, Dartmouth1.8 miles
Spar - Townstall Road, Dartmouth1.8 miles

GP surgery

Dartmouth Medical Practice1.7 miles

Pharmacy

Wellbeing Pharmacy1.7 miles

Hospital

Totnes Hospital6.2 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Totnes Rail Station6.4 miles

Nearest bus stop

Sportsmans Arms0.8 miles

Typical drive times

Totnes19 min · 12 miles
Brixham20 min · 7.8 miles
Dartmouth7 min · 3.4 miles
Kingsbridge19 min · 12 miles
Plymouth (city)51 min · 35 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings, including exact zones and annual chances, any recorded past flooding, plus planning, heritage, nature and ground checks, is in the .

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