Little Hayes
Vicarage Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon
Offers Over
£500,000
For Sale
"A light-filled character cottage in a sought-after riverside village, offering versatile living accommodation and a beautifully designed garden complete with a separate garden room."
The Property
Little Hayes sits quietly within the sought-after coastal village of Stoke Gabriel.This detached cottage balances charm with a considered contemporary finish. From the moment it comes into view, this picturesque home makes a confident yet gentle impression. The timber-framed Verandah lends warmth and depth to the frontage, drawing you towards the front door and hinting at the care that has shaped the home within. Stepping inside, the atmosphere is immediately inviting. Thoughtfully refurbished, it offers a calm and modern environment without sacrificing character.Exposed beams trace the ceilings and subtly anchor the house in its history, while light pours through the rooms with an ease that feels instinctive rather than engineered. The Kitchen forms the heart of the home, a space that feels both generous and practical.
Even during the cooler months, it remains bright and uplifting, with ample room for a dining table that encourages long, unhurried meals. A traditional Larder provides both charm and function, while the adjoining Bootroom and Utility area offer an invaluable buffer between House and Garden, particularly well suited to riverside living. The Living Room is warm and composed, centred around a wood-burning stove that naturally draws people together. This is a room designed for evenings spent reading, talking or simply being at ease. It flows into a further section of the space that lends itself beautifully to a Home Library, Workspace or more formal dining, adapting effortlessly to different rhythms of life. French doors open onto a sheltered Patio, a quiet spot for evening light and gentle conversation as the day draws to a close. Upstairs, two spacious double Bedrooms enjoy dual aspects and built-in storage, creating calm and restful spaces that feel both practical and indulgent.
The Family Bathroom is well-appointed and thoughtfully designed, with additional storage that reinforces the sense of order and ease found throughout the home. The ground floor is also home to a versatile Bedroom with its own Shower Room and WC. With French doors opening directly onto the Garden, this room offers privacy and flexibility, equally suited to Guests, Multi-Generational Living or Single-Level Accommodation if required.
Externally
Outside, the Garden has been carefully arranged to offer a series of places to pause and enjoy the changing light as the sun moves across the day. It is cleverly curated, with vegetable beds and colourful planting that brings colour and interest through the seasons. A gentle mix of lawn, paved terraces and timber decking create natural zones for dining, relaxing or hosting a barbecue, making the garden feel both practical and inviting when in full bloom. A useful Garden Room sits quietly within the Garden, currently serving as a Home Office, but easily reimagined as a Gym, Studio, Treatment Room or private retreat for teenagers seeking independence.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Set within a quiet creek in the upper reaches of the River Dart estuary, Stoke Gabriel is an ancient and largely unspoilt village, defined by its timeless character and close relationship with the water. A sense of history is woven throughout, from the Norman church with its remarkable thousand-year-old yew tree to the old inn and the gentle cluster of cottages leading down to the river, where fishing traditions have endured for generations.
Life centres naturally around the quay, a place of simple pleasures where children crab from the edge and the river is part of daily routine. The Stoke Gabriel Boating Association is a valued asset, offering mooring opportunities for boat owners and supporting a thriving community of sailors, kayakers and paddleboarders. The creek is now a designated bathing area, reflecting both the quality of the water and the village’s strong connection to its natural surroundings.
Beyond the water, a network of footpaths and riverside walks leads through orchards and open countryside, offering exceptional dog walks and far-reaching views across the Dart and towards Dartmoor.
Despite its peaceful setting, the village is well-served with everyday amenities, including award-winning restaurants, welcoming pubs, local shops, acclaimed vineyards and a well-regarded primary school, all within walking distance of Little Hayes.
Services
Mains: Gas, Water, Electricity & Drainage
Heating: Gas & Multifuel Stove
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Band D
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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