Work has begun on the sensitive restoration and refurbishment of what is claimed to be possibly the oldest inhabited farmhouse on Dartmoor, this Grade II* listed farmhouse and associated buildings, that has late medieval (13th century origins).
Located in the heart of Dartmoor National Park and overlooking the stunningly beautiful and partly wooded River Dart Valley.
The proposed works include the restoration of the barn lean-to, the woodshed and western extension to the farmhouse; all of which are deteriorating and in need of repair; removal of the existing modern rooflights and their replacement with conservation rooflights, and sensitive alterations to the internal layout of the farmhouse and barn will enable wider views and appreciation of the roof structures and interior architecture of the buildings.
The introduction of a PV slate roof to the barn and cottage and a ground source heating system, will reduce carbon emissions.
The extraordinary construction approach, which has been driven by our clients and custodians of the buildings is to use natural, local materials wherever practical, including stone from Blackenstone quarry (the only remaining working granite quarry within Dartmoor National Park), lath and plaster to replace plasterboard and English oak for doors, windows and structural timberwork.
