# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (TQ12 4RF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | TEIGN CROFT, NEWTON ABBOT, COMBEINTEIGNHEAD, DEVON TQ12 4RF | | Price | £875,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 4 | | Floor area | 242 m² | | Last sold | £875,000 Oct 2021 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 14/03/2031 - **Current heating cost:** £1,182/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,590 ### Recommendations - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - E (£90) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9857-3004-1207-4619-6204) ## Description **DESCRIPTION** **** Completed in 2002 Teigncroft is an attractive, relatively modern detached property being "tucked away" with a long driveway approach and yet being set close to the heart of this picturesque Teign estuary village. Externally attractive, the house has rendered elevations set beneath a tiled roof with feature timberwork and a mature climbing wisteria. The accommodation is appealing and spacious throughout. A reception hall opens to the large dual aspect sitting room, which opens to a spacious dining room that in turn opens to a large hardwood-framed conservatory. Also to the ground floor is the appealing farmhouse-style kitchen and the useful utility room with a cloakroom/WC leading off. There is also a ground floor bedroom, served by a modern ground-floor shower room, creating the possibility of single-level living if required and there is a study on the ground floor too. To the first floor the principal bedroom suite is highly appealing with French doors opening to a balcony, with this and many of the other rooms enjoying fantastic views across the valley to the countryside on the fringes of the village. The principal bedroom also has a good range of built-in bedroom furniture. Bedroom two is another attractive room with a door opening to the terrace at the rear, providing a good sense of inside/outside living and with this room having an en-suite shower room. There are two further well-proportioned bedrooms to the upper floor, as well as the modern family bathroom. Teigncroft has particularly lovely mature gardens and grounds with a clever planting plan over the years, which now creates a profusion of variety and colour. The gardens are primarily set out on two levels with a sweeping lawn at the front and then raised terraces adjoin something of a "nature garden" at the rear, which backs onto an open meadow. The sweeping private driveway provides extensive parking and Teigncroft also has a substantial double garage with an electric roll up door with a useful games room/studio above, providing the possibility of ancillary accommodation if required.  **LOCATION** **** Teigncroft is set in an appealing elevated position close to the heart of ever-popular Combeinteignhead. This popular Teign Estuary village has a good sense of community with a village hall, the popular Wild Goose public house and the Coombe Cellars, a public house and eatery in a superb waterside setting where there is also a dingy sailing club, as well as being a popular spot for windsurfing and water skiing etc. The slightly larger village of Stokeinteignhead lies around a mile away and has a well-regarding primary school a community shop and a farm shop nearby. The position offers good access to Newton Abbot, which lies around three miles away with the Penn Inn roundabout offering immediate access to the South Devon highway and a fast link to Exeter and the M5 via the A380. The popular estuary village of Shaldon is around 2 miles away, a beautiful village with a sandy beach, various independent shops and cafes, a good selection of public houses and restaurants and a charming foot passenger ferry across to the seaside town of Teignmouth. The larger seaside town of Teignmouth is around three miles away and has a lovely promenade, a supermarket and a range of education options including Trinity School, offering both private primary and secondary education. There are mainline rail links to London Paddington from Teignmouth and Newton Abbot. Additionally the renowned Torquay boys and girls Grammar schools are within relatively easy reach.   **** **** From the appealing entrance area an entrance canopy is approached from where the feature panel and glazed timber entrance door opens to the...  **RECEPTION** **HALL** **** An attractive and welcoming space with timber effect flooring, which extends through to the kitchen area. Stairs with a timber balustrade rise to the first floor and glazed double doors open to the principal receptions. Good sized under stairs store cupboard and radiator.  **SITTING** **ROOM** **** A particularly lovely and spacious dual aspect room with multi paned hardwood framed double glazed windows to the front and side. This room enjoys good views across the front lawn toward the church tower, and also takes in good views towards countryside on the fringes of the village. There is a feature fireplace with a moulded surround, a tiled inset and inset electric fire. Radiator and the sitting room has glazed double doors opening to the...  **DINING** **ROOM** **** Another good-sized room and good entertaining space with a radiator and double hardwood framed glazed doors open to the...….  **CONSERVATORY** **** A good sized hardwood framed conservatory with multiple double glazed windows enjoying good views over the gardens towards the church tower and the countryside beyond. Sloping polycarbonate ceilings, radiator, ceramic floor tiles and a cat flap.  **KITCHEN/BREAKFAST** **ROOM** **** Another lovely room with farmhouse styling and there is an excellent range of floor and wall mounted units with cream-coloured cupboard door and drawer fronts and feature fitments. There are extensive areas of timber-effect roll-edge work surface with tiled surrounds, an inset circular bowl sink unit with separate drainer and a mixer tap. There is a Belling five-ring range-style stove with Zanussi filter over and a built-in dishwasher. Recess for microwave, built in display cabinet and two front-facing hardwood-framed double glazed windows overlook the front garden and have good views towards countryside beyond. There is a separate area of work surface/breakfast bar with radiator beneath and cupboard, cabinets and open shelves above.  **UTILITY** **ROOM** **** With timber effect flooring and a hardwood framed double glazed door with matching window beside opens to the outside. A floor mounted boiler provides oil fired central heating and has an area of surface over. Space for a large fridge freezer and space for white goods. Wall mounted electricity trip switches and radiator. From the utility a white woodgrain effect door opens to the...  **CLOAKROOM/WC** **** With a two piece suite with feature tiled surrounds comprising a WC and a wall mounted wash hand basin with mixer set. Extractor fan.  **GROUND** **FLOOR** **BEDROOM** **** A good sized double bedroom with a side-facing hardwood-framed double glazed window. Radiator and built-in cupboard/wardrobe.  **GROUND** **FLOOR** **SHOWER** **ROOM** **** With a modern three piece suite with feature tiled surrounds comprising a shower cubicle with curved screen and electric shower, a WC and a pedestal wash hand basin. Extractor fan, hardwood framed opaque double glazed window and shaver point.  **STUDY** **** A useful addition and a good home working space with timber effect flooring and a rear-facing hardwood-framed double glazed window.  **FIRST** **FLOOR** **LANDING** **** A generous landing space with feature balustrade around the stairwell, a radiator and white woodgrain effect panel doors to the principal first floor rooms.  **BEDROOM** **1** **** A lovely principal bedroom suite being, dual aspect and spacious. Hardwood framed double glazed French doors open to a cast iron balcony with balustrade and wisteria. From here fantastic views are enjoyed over the picturesque Combeinteignhead valley, taking in the church tower, a broad sweep of countryside and views towards Bishopsteignton and the Little Haldon hills in the distance. A side facing hardwood framed double glazed window also has pleasant views. There is a comprehensive range of built-in bedroom furniture comprising four double wardrobes, two of which have mirrored doors with further cupboards above. Two radiators.  **EN-SUITE** **SHOWER** **ROOM** **** An attractive en-suite with ceramic floor tiles and a modern three piece suite comprising a large shower cubicle with glass door, vinyl surrounds, dual controls and, large shower head. Spotlight, extractor fan, unit with wash hand basin with mixer tap set into an area of surface with cupboards beneath and beside, WC and attractive tiling to walls. Access to eaves space.  **BEDROOM** **2** **** Another lovely room set at the rear of the property with a hardwood framed double glazed door with matching windows to either side opening onto a timber terrace at the rear of the property, giving a lovely sense of country living. Two built in wardrobes with cupboards above. Radiator.  **EN-SUITE** **SHOWER** **ROOM** **** Another attractive en-suite with a modern three piece suite comprising a tiled shower cubicle with Mira shower, a wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard beneath and a WC. Attractive tiling around suite, radiator and hardwood framed opaque double glazed window.  **BEDROOM** **3** **** Another good sized bedroom with a large multi-paned hardwood framed window having fantastic views, taking in the church tower, a broad sweep of countryside and views towards Bishopsteignton and the Little Haldon hills in the distance. A white woodgrain effect door opens to a large cupboard/wardrobe containing the large Gledhill hot water cylinder. Radiator.  **BEDROOM** **4** **** Another good sized room with multi-paned hardwood framed double glazed window overlooking the attractive mature gardens at the rear and a meadow beyond. Radiator. Built in recessed double wardrobe.  **FAMILY** **BATHROOM** **** Attractively fitted with a modern three piece suite with feature ceramic tiled surrounds comprising a deep panel bath with attached shower screen and shower over, a pedestal wash hand basin and a WC. Radiator, ceramic floor tiles, extractor fan and shaver point.  **GARAGE** **AND** **GAMES** **ROOM/STUDIO** **** From the driveway an electric roll up door opens to the good size double garage with multiple strip lights and power, providing parking for two vehicles and good additional storage. Above the garage, approached from the side timber steps rise to an entrance balcony with a panel and part glazed door into the games room/studio. A good additional and versatile space with a hardwood framed window enjoying fantastic views over the surrounding area towards countryside in the distance.  **GARDENS** **AND** **GROUNDS** **** Teigncroft has particularly lovely and mature gardens and grounds with the plot extending to around a third of an acre. A shared driveway approach leads to a five bar gate which gives access to the private driveway which sits on two levels. The lower level provides expansive PARKING, access to the aforementioned garage and there is a fantastic adjoining area of mature bedding with an outstanding array of mature shrubs, plants and trees to include palms, a eucalyptus and acer etc. The driveway is flanked by an area of garden on one side with raised vegetable planters and fruit trees and rises to an upper entrance area which provides additional parking. To the front of the property, adjoining the driveway/entrance area there is a lovely broad sweep of lawn with an adjoining border with timber balustrade, multiple shaped conifers and a clematis etc. The front aspect of the house is particularly attractive with rendered elevations, timber work to the gables and a mature wisteria. Additionally there is a gravel seating area adjoining the aforementioned conservatory providing a good outdoor entertaining area. Access is gained to a good size shed/store with a second door opening to a path that extends around the rear of the property. Timber steps rise to a timber deck/terrace set at the rear of the property, from here a further area of terrace is approached with a feature balustrade, providing a lovely spot to sit and contemplate the surroundings and rural views. Further timber steps rise through a feature rustic arch to an upper area of garden which has a lovely feel of privacy and seclusion with a high boundary at the rear with this area backing onto an open meadow. This upper level of garden opens to an area adjoining the grounds of the church and provides another lovely spot to sit and contemplate the surroundings.  ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203928) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203929) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203930) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203931) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203932) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203933) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203934) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203935) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203936) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203937) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203938) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203939) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203940) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203941) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203942) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203943) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203944) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203945) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203946) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203947) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203948) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203949) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203950) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203951) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203952) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203953) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203954) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203955) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203956) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/108161810/203957) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/108161810/203958) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/108161810/203959) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | TEIGN CROFT, COMBEINTEIGNHEAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 4RF | £875,000 | 07/10/2021 | Detached | | TEIGN CROFT, COMBEINTEIGNHEAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 4RF | £435,000 | 21/05/2004 | Detached | | TEIGN CROFT, COMBEINTEIGNHEAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 4RF | £107,000 | 24/11/2000 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | UNDERHILL COTTAGE, COMBEINTEIGNHEAD, NEWTON ABBOT, TEIGNBRIDGE, DEVON, TQ12 4RA | £400,000 | 09/08/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £400,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £397,624 (71 Detached, TQ12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +120.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Teignbridge). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £851/mo - **Realistic:** £946/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,041/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Devon (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,097/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.11% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £94,600 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £3,616/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -5.2% - **10y growth:** 27.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Teignbridge; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -0.5% - **5y growth (index):** 16.2% - **10y growth (index):** 39.1% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)