Set in a woodland clearing, this Grade II listed former mine captain's house and old smithy enjoys an idyllic rural location within Dartmoor National Park, having about 9 acres of fields and woodland with restored outbuildings. Originally two separate adjoined properties, the extensive accommodation is currently used to generate income, providing self-catering facilities, but, with some minor alterations, could be restored to its former 2/3-1/3 arrangement for those looking to accommodate extended family or relatives.

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  The Old Mine House is substantially constructed of stone with some slate hung elevations under a slate roof. The distinctive house was built as the residence of the mine captain of Sortridge Consols in 1855, when copper production was at its height in the mine. Also intended to accommodate the mine manager, the house has two front doors and two staircases. It has been in the same family for almost 40 years and underwent a full refurbishment programme in 1994, when it was re-roofed, rewired and oil-fired central heating installed. The principal rooms have particularly high ceilings and the property still retains its lovely original Victorian fireplaces, panelled doors and sash windows. In addition to 'The Old Smithy', which served the mine, other substantial stone buildings within the grounds were sympathetically restored in 2006/7 by specialist craftsmen under DEFRA guidance; these include stables, double piggery and small privy, now used as a garden store.

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  The house is used by the present owner to provide arts courses and self catering facilities for large groups with the extensive accommodation arranged to sleep up to 18 people. For further details and information, see the owner's own website www.oldminehouse-dartmoor.co.uk .This imposing property in its fairytale woodland setting is reached by its own 600 yard country road and is surrounded by rambling farmland overlooking Horrabridge and the Walkham Valley with distant views to Dartmoor tors, Roborough Down and Brentor church. Wildlife abounds with badgers, buzzards, owls, deer and foxes frequenting the wooded grounds, along with the occasional heron. There are also resident guinea-fowl and geese on the two ponds. With no close neighbours, the rural setting has entertained film-makers and artists and is an idyllic retreat from 21st Century bustle, offering many hidden corners for relaxation and to pursue 'green'/horticultural projects.

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  A quiet woodland footpath winds off the property through bluebell glades to open moor or to the nearby village pub.

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  Being situated on the western side of Dartmoor between the Stannary town of Tavistock (voted Britain's Best Market Town 2005) and the City of Plymouth (8 miles distant) on the South Devon coast, there is much beautiful countryside in the immediate area, including the spectacular Lydford Gorge and pristine Burrator Reservoir just over the hill. There are also established cycle tracks, together with endless opportunities for walking and exploring, particularly for those interested in ecology, ornithology and industrial archaeology.

• Entrance Porch:

  Part glazed front door. Coat hooks. Original period door opening to:-

• Main Hallway:

  Central heating radiator. Period panelled door opens to the lounge. Cupboard beneath the staircase which rises to the landing above.

• Cloakroom:

  Pedestal washbasin and separate WC with low level suite. Central heating radiator. Window to rear aspect.

• Lounge: 4.3m x 4.9m plus wide South facing bay window

  overlooking the gardens and grounds at the front of the property. Period fireplace with open grate and attractive slipper tiles. Fitted shelves in adjoining alcove. Two central heating radiators.

• Snug: 4.3m x 3.4m

  Central heating radiator. Fireplace recess now fitted with modern oil fired central heating boiler. Fitted airing cupboard housing the insulated hot water cylinder. High level shelf. Sash window overlooking the gardens and grounds to the rear. Ledged door gives access to a rear hallway with central heating radiator and door to garden.

• Cloaks/Shower Room:

  Tiled cubicle with deluge shower. Pedestal washbasin with wall mirror. Close coupled WC. Central heating radiator. Tiled walls and floor. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan. Window to front aspect.

• Kitchen: 4.6m x 4.2m

  Range of units having matching pine facings. Double drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps. Wide roll edge working surface with cupboards and drawers beneath. Fitted wall cabinets and glass fronted china cabinets. Space for cooking range. Second oil fired gas boiler for heating and hot water on this side of the house. Sash windows to both front and rear aspects. Period panelled door opens to the second hallway and a further panelled door opens to:-

• Rear Lobby & Shower Room:

  Plumbing and points for washing machine. Tiled cubicle with electric shower and corner basin. Ledged and braced timber door opens to the rear.

• Second Hallway:

  Central heating radiator. Cupboard beneath staircase. Period door opening to second entrance porch.

• Dining Room: 4.3m x 4.2m plus wide south facing bay window

  overlooking the gardens and grounds at the front of the property. Attractive period fireplace with open grate. Two central heating radiators. This room is positioned at the eastern end of the house.

• Reception 4: 4.2m x 4.0m

  Positioned at the rear of the property and at present used as a ground floor bedroom. Sash windows overlook the gardens. Fireplace with feature period surround.

• Ground Floor Bathroom: 3.2m x 1.8m

  Panelled bath with period style mixer taps and shower. Pedestal washbasin with light and shaver socket over. Low level WC. Central heating radiator. Windows to rear aspect.

• First Floor Landing:

  Accessed from the ground floor by two separate staircases, the landing is divided into three sections with panelled doors opening to all of the six bedrooms. Views over the gardens to the front of the property are enjoyed through three south facing sash windows. Pedestal wash basin in washing area at one end of the landing.

• Bedroom 1: 4.4m x 4.1m plus wide South facing bay window

  to front elevation. Period fireplace with mantelshelf and exposed stonework to the chimney breast. Fitted cupboards in the adjoining alcoves. Central heating radiator.

• Bedroom 2: 4.3m x 4.3m into the alcoves on either side of th

  with mantelshelf and basket grate. Pedestal washbasin with tiled splashback. Central heating radiator. Sash windows to rear aspect.

• Bedroom 3: 3.5m x 3.7m plus wide alcove with pedestal washba

  Central heating radiator. Period fireplace with lovely basket grate. Sash windows to rear aspect.

• Bedroom 4: 4.3m x 2.8m plus very wide south facing bay window

  overlooking the gardens and grounds at the front. Central heating radiator. Small period fireplace.

• Bedroom 5: 2.5m x 4.3m into window recess

  Central heating radiator. Sash window to side aspect.

• Bedroom 6: 3.0m x 3.9m plus wide recess beside the pretty pe

  Central heating radiator. Sash window to rear aspect.

• The Smithy:

  Positioned to one side of the driveway at the front of the property, this useful and versatile building is substantially constructed of stone under a slate roof and has been restored with the help of a grant. Electric power and light are connected and the building has possibilities, subject to planning, for conversion to an annexe. It is at present divided into three rooms.

• Studio/Workshop: 5.6m x 4.0m max

  Open fireplace (the original forge). Exposed stone walls. Windows extend across one wall at the end and there are double ledged and braced timber doors opening to the southern elevation. Stable door at rear.

• Office: 3.1m x 2.7m into recesses on either side of the f

  now fitted with small wood burning stove. This room would have originally been used as the office for the mine and enjoys a double aspect with door opening to the southern elevation.

• Store Room: 2.3m x 2.1m plus high level loft area

• Gardens & Grounds:

  The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 9 acres (plan available on request) and include a large area of mixed woodland. At the front, mature shrubs are a sea of colour in May/June and daffodils abound throughout the property, preceded by carpets of bluebells in spring. A small summerhouse complements a secluded grass area lined by a stream. Passing an adventure play area for children leads one to an old orchard at the rear, the aforementioned stone buildings, greenhouse, storage sheds and log lap cabin with sauna. The Grimstone & Sortridge Leat flows through the property feeding a large pond that was the original reservoir for the house and mine. A level meadow of nearly 4 acres was recently designated a County Wildlife Site, being particularly resplendent with its spring sea of wild orchids; a second smaller more discreet meadow supported goats until recently and invites a possible polytunnel.

• Services:

  Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.

• Websites:

  Additional photographs of 'The Old Mine House' can be found on www.fulfords.co.uk, in addition to the owners own website www.oldminehouse-dartmoor.co.uk.