SITUATION The Shippen is conveniently located just outside of East Allington, which is a popular village with an Inn and a highly-respected primary school. Kingsbridge - known locally as "The Capital of the South Hams" - lies at the head of the Salcombe estuary 4 miles or so to the south. The town has an excellent range of shops and local facilities which include a health centre, a cottage hospital, a highly-rated (OFSTED) secondary school and a sports centre. Salcombe, Devon's southernmost town, is some 8 miles distant with its beautiful harbour and unspoilt estuary, renowned as a mecca for yachting and water sports. The lively, medieval market town of Totnes with its mainline railway station is approximately 9 miles distant whilst the A38 "Devon Expressway" is within easy reach.
ACCOMMODATION Approached via a sweeping driveway, the property offers ample off-road parking alongside a detached double garage with electrically operated doors.
The heart of the home is a magnificent open-plan living area, where soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive glazing create a sense of light and space. A contemporary staircase rises to a mezzanine retreat, perfectly positioned to enjoy the elevated idyllic views across the surrounding landscape. Complementing the principal reception room is a separate lounge, offering an intimate setting and enjoying direct access to the gardens through large sliding doors. The fabulous kitchen and dining space is fitted with high-quality integrated appliances, sleek Corian worktops and a substantial central island with breakfast seating. The dining area enjoys panoramic rural vistas, while sliding doors on either side open onto the gardens and provide access to a south-west facing terrace which is ideal for al fresco dining. A separate utility room is also conveniently positioned nearby.
The principal bedroom suite provides a luxurious private sanctuary, featuring a bespoke dressing area which leads through to a contemporary en-suite bathroom complete with a freestanding bath, a walk-in shower and twin vanity units. French doors open directly onto the garden, which create a seamless connection with the outdoors. A second, generous bedroom also benefits from its own dressing room and stylish en-suite facilities, while a Juliet balcony floods the room with natural light and provides countryside views.
Further accommodation is arranged on the lower level, where three spacious bedrooms provide flexible living. Two bedrooms benefit from contemporary en-suite shower rooms, whilst the remaining bedroom is served by a beautifully finished family bathroom.
OUTSIDE Outside, the grounds extend across generous lawned areas, providing a wealth of opportunity for relaxation, recreation and outdoor entertaining. The gardens perfectly complement the tranquil rural setting which creates a wonderful backdrop to this unique home.
SERVICES Electric, water - Mains connected. Heating - Air source heat pump. Private drainage via a treatment plant.
Ofcom predicted broadband services - Ultrafast: Download 1800 Mbps, Upload 220 Mbps.
Ofcom predicted limited mobile coverage for voice and data: EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone.
Council Tax Band: TBC
AGENT NOTE The landlord will empty the treatment plant yearly and then invoice the tenant for the proportional cost.
LOCAL AUTHORITY South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE. Tel: 01803 861234. E-mail:
[email protected].
DIRECTIONS What3Words: dock.minus.weeds
LETTING The property is available to let on an assured periodic tenancy and is available immediately. RENT: £3,500.00 pcm exclusive of all charges. DEPOSIT: £4,038.00 returnable at end of tenancy subject to any deductions (all deposits for a property let through Stags are held on their Client Account and administered in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme and Dispute Service). References required, viewings strictly through the agents.
Pets may be considered at this property subject to a vetting application.
HOLDING DEPOSIT AND TENANT FEES This is to reserve a property and set off against the first month's rent and deposit.
The Holding Deposit (equivalent of one weeks rent) will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to Rent check, provide materially significant false information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). For full details of all permitted Tenant Fees payable when renting a property through Stags please refer to the Scale of Tenant Fees available on Stags website, office or on request.
TENANT PROTECTION Stags is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme and also a member of The Property Redress Scheme. In addition, Stags is a member of ARLA Propertymark, RICS and Tenancy Deposit Scheme.
RENTERS' RIGHTS ACT The first phase of the Renters Rights Act was implemented on the 1st May 2026.
The legislation introduced many reforms affecting how tenancies are conducted.
This includes the introduction of the month to month Assured Periodic Tenancy ending the fixed term agreement and the abolition of section 21 notices now utilising the amended Section 8 notice provisions plus other reforms.
For further information and guidance please contact our offices or visit our Renters Rights Hub at Stags.co.uk.
