Rare Opportunity: Spacious Detatched Property for Rent in Tranquil Woodland Setting A unique opportunity to rent a peaceful, detached property nestled in beautiful woodland, just 2 miles from Tavistock town centre. The Lodge is situated at the end of a quiet lane, with direct access to open moorland and scenic hiking trails across Dartmoor.
Originally built in the mid-1800s as the gatehouse to the adjacent historic Walreddon Manor, this charming two-bedroom bungalow has been thoughtfully extended, modernised, and renovated throughout in recent years. It now offers generous living space and modern amenities while retaining its period charm.
Key Features Kitchen / Dining Room
-Flagstone flooring with underfloor heating
-Recently fitted kitchen with large central island
-Electric double range cooker with induction hobs and extractor
-Integrated fridge-freezer and dishwasher
-Bright and spacious with bifold doors opening to patio and rear garden
-Two large rooflights providing excellent natural light
Lounge / Study
-Rustic solid oak flooring with underfloor heating
-Large woodburning stove with back boiler, connected to thermal store system for heating and hot water
-Spacious and versatile layout
Bathroom
-Solid slate tiled floor with electric underfloor heating
-Walk-in shower and large bath
-Towel radiator, basin, and toilet
-Built-in cupboards offering ample storage
Bedroom 1
-Carpeted double bedroom with ample space for king-size bed and furnishings
-Two radiators
-Beautiful private views over the garden and surrounding woodland
Bedroom 2
-Laminate wood flooring
-Suitable for double or twin beds, with space for additional furniture
-Double-aspect windows and two radiators
Hallway
-Generous, light-filled space with rooflight
-Previously served as a galley kitchen
-Houses the thermal store and large airing cupboard
-Built-in shelving and additional storage cupboard
-Space for extra storage or furniture
Amenities-Private Water Supply: Sourced from an on-site borehole with a full filtration system
-Private Sewage Treatment: Modern and recently installed system
-Utilities Service Fee: £60/month covers maintenance and operation of private water and sewage systems
-Heating System: Woodburning stove with back boiler connected to a thermal store, plus electric underfloor heating in selected areas
-Broadband/Telecoms: Service availability should be confirmed with provider
-Pets: May be considered with prior agreement by the landlord
-Solar Panels: The property includes a solar panel system (optional benefit for the tenant depending on time of year/use)
Outdoor Space (~0.5 acres)-Private patio area with direct access from kitchen
-Large driveway with space for 2 cars, plus roadside layby for 2 additional vehicles
-Non-permanent structures available for tenant use on an ‘as is’ basis, including:
-Large 10m x 4m polytunnel for vegetable growing
-Secure enclosure previously used for chickens
-3m x 5m workshop/bike store
-Log store
-Double gate at garden end providing access to space suitable for outdoor storage of a vehicle, caravan, or boat — subject to landlord agreement
