Inside-Outside Living
Zoom! -Teams – Staycation – my vocabulary has increased in the last year! Home is again being valued for its true worth – where we centre our lives -rather than purely in financial terms. Whilst the media are indicating there is an unparalleled desperation to travel abroad the domestic property market is seeing an equal demand for property in rural and coastal areas where quality time can be spent both now and post pandemic.
Time was home was not equated in financial terms but quality of life. As the latter part of the 20th century evolved aspirations grew and property became the hottest means of making money creating the property market we see today. Whilst prices have increased due to demand it is interesting there is also an approach whereby property itself is the key driver. In an affluent environment and with demand exceeding supply the fire is being fuelled by a change in the emphasis of lifestyle that could well be the precursor to a revaluation of work and lifestyles itself.
The South West has undeniably captured the imagination of many people – the scenery and lifestyle. Whilst home and work methods are changing it must still be remembered that individual aspirations and needs must be retained -family life for all generations, education, friendships – in unprecedented times it is easier to imagine the grass is greener on the other side and the sun always shines! We are privileged to live in such a beautiful county but for some the buzz of the Capital or city has an equal attraction.
Outside space is what people want -inside /outside living with barbeques, pizza ovens, firepits and hot tubs! 2021 may just be the year of the English holiday revival destination revival and the South West is the No 1 destination.
3 Stonehanger Court has a definite “wow” factor - an apartment with a view you will never tire of across the Salcombe Estuary to South Pool Creek. Where better to watch life on the water. With two balconies it is the perfect place to entertain guests. It comes with a garage so no need to fight for a space in town! Luscombe Maye -01548 845090.
Forda Meade and Lodge, a mile from Croyde and close to the heritage coastline of North Devon and three of the south west’s premier beaches -sun, sea and sand! A true lifestyle opportunity this striking five- bedroom house stands in mature gardens and comes with a stunning contemporary holiday lodge where family or visitors can enjoy the best of outdoor entertaining. Stags -01271 322833.
Old Mill, St. Anthony, Saltash - oops I’ve drifted into Cornwall but you can still see Devon! A wonderful Grade 11 listed former Cornish mill on the waterfront. Now offering five bedrooms and a guest cottage, sitting in 7.75 acres of gardens, mill pool and woodlands with pontoon moorings all overlooking the iconic Forder Viaduct. A truly magical property. Savills 01392 455755.
So, buy a house- buy a home. Enjoy it for what it gives in creating memories - home - It’s all about coming home.