Duffryn House
28 South Ford Road, Dartmouth, Devon
Offers Over
£575,000
For Sale
"A Beautiful Period Townhouse In Central Dartmouth Offering Light-Filled Interiors, Open-Plan Living, Three Characterful Bedrooms And Sunny Outdoor Garden, All Within Easy Reach Of The Town And River."
The Property
South Ford Road is a cherished Dartmouth address known for its characterful streetscape. At first glance Duffryn House presents a traditional frontage in harmony with its neighbours, yet once inside it opens with surprising scale, revealing four floors of beautifully arranged living space. Each level has been shaped with care, creating a home that feels rooted in its history while offering an inviting ambience.
The Entrance Hall sets the tone with its graceful staircase, drawing the eye upward to the characterful stained glass window, before guiding you through to the Living Room. This elegant space enjoys a classic bay window that rises above the town, allowing the soft coastal light to settle across the room during the day. A feature Fireplace brings warmth and presence, while to the front, a once modest Snug has been transformed into a charming adjoining Library area where the owners bookcases and a piano create a cocoon for reading or quiet reflection. A Shower Room and useful storage complete this level.
One floor below, the home opens fully into a striking open-plan Kitchen/Dining Room that spans the width of the home. The coastal palette of the cabinetry feels perfectly suited to Dartmouth’s maritime character, complemented by a generous range cooker and another distinctive Fireplace. This is a space designed for conversation, for long breakfasts and for gatherings that drift naturally towards the outdoors. A glazed door leads directly onto a wide Decked Terrace that benefits from the sun for much of the day. Below this, two further Patio areas provide room for a lovely garden or outdoor storage.
The first floor offers two characterful Bedrooms, both enriched with stripped floorboards, feature Fireplaces and tall sash windows that invite in the changing light. Bedroom 1 sits to the rear of the house, a generous and serene space ideal as a principal Bedroom or a peaceful retreat. The window frames beautiful views that drift across the town towards the river. This soft panorama has made it an appealing Study for the current owners, The second Bedroom lies to the front and has a charming, intimate quality that suits restful evenings and slow mornings. The Family Bathroom completes this level with its calming, well-considered feel. At the top of the home, the third Bedroom offers a sense of retreat, rich in character with exposed beams and generous natural light. A large south-facing roof window captures warm afternoon brightness, while a Dormer window captures town and river views that shift with weather and season.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Life on South Ford Road places you within an easy stroll of Dartmouth’s independent shops, galleries and waterside cafés. The riverfront is close enough to make paddleboarding or boat trips a natural extension of daily life, while the coastal paths and nearby beaches offer endless opportunities to explore. Parking is available by arrangement, completing the practical comforts of this quietly impressive home.
Duffryn House is a rare find in the heart of Dartmouth, offering both the ease of a level entrance and the unfolding drama of expansive, thoughtfully designed interiors. It invites its next owners to settle into a lifestyle shaped by light, space and the enduring charm of this remarkable town.
The vibrant port of Dartmouth has fantastic amenities that will keep the family content year-round. From Tudor buildings, arty side streets, brilliant restaurants and pubs, fresh seafood and of course, the Dart itself, you’ll never be short of things to do – or eat. Yachtsmen will be delighted by the local sailing facilities and the world-renowned Royal Regatta. On the town’s doorstep, you will find the South West Coastal Path and the South Devon AONB area, providing a huge range of walks with unbeatable scenery. You can also hop in a boat and explore Kingswear or take the kids or grandkids on the steam railway.
Beach lovers will be unable to resist the pretty coves and the glorious dog and family-friendly coastline, which is a world-class attraction in its own right. Those with a romantic frame of mind will also be happy to know that Dartmoor is within easy reach of the town.
The nearest educational institution is the Ofsted-rated Good Dartmouth Academy, which is both a primary and secondary school. Across the water, Churston Ferrers Grammar School provides 11-18-year-olds with an Outstanding education.
Services
Mains: Water, Gas, Electricity & Drainage
Heating: Gas Central Heating
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Band C
Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.
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