The Property

The Manse at 22 Ford is a distinguished period home of considerable presence, set within one of Dartmouth’s most characterful residential streets and just a short distance from the town centre.

The house has retained much of the grace and proportion associated with its period origins, with generous ceiling heights, original fireplaces and a strong sense of architectural character throughout. It is a home with quiet substance, combining elegant rooms, flexible accommodation and a wonderfully settled position within this much loved riverside town.

At the heart of the ground floor are two beautifully connected reception rooms, arranged to create a natural flow for both everyday living and entertaining. The sitting room is an inviting space, centred around a wood burning stove set within a feature fireplace, while the drawing room offers further period charm and opens directly onto the verandah. Together, these rooms provide a lovely balance of warmth, refinement and connection to the outside.

The verandah is a particularly appealing feature, creating a sheltered place to sit and enjoy the gentle coastal air. It gives the front of the house a graceful sense of arrival and provides an additional space for morning coffee, evening drinks or simply watching the day pass.

To the rear, the kitchen is bright and practical, with generous proportions and a large window drawing in natural light. The adjoining dining room is equally well scaled, with a feature fireplace adding character and depth. This is a room well suited to family meals, relaxed suppers and more considered occasions.

A separate utility room and ground floor WC add useful practicality to the ground floor layout.

The first floor provides three substantial double bedrooms, each with the sense of volume and proportion that gives the house its period appeal. A spacious family bathroom serves the bedrooms and includes both a bath and separate shower.

The second floor offers further flexibility, currently arranged with a study and loft room. This upper level is well suited to home working, creative use, occasional guest accommodation or quieter retreat, depending on requirements.

The Manse is a home for those drawn to authenticity, proportion and place, offering period character, practical living space and a highly appealing position close to the heart of Dartmouth.

Externally

To the front, the verandah provides a charming outdoor space directly off the principal reception rooms.

To the rear, the mature terraced garden creates a peaceful and private setting, with lawned areas, established planting and elevated views across the surrounding countryside. There are also glimpses of the River Dart, adding to the sense of place and connection with Dartmouth’s waterside landscape.

The garden feels wonderfully tucked away, offering space for summer lunches, evening dining and quiet moments outdoors.

A nearby garage provides valuable storage and parking for one car, a particularly useful feature in Dartmouth.