CHARMING C.15TH CENTURY RESTAURANT

The Voting Tree is a charming and historic property located in a prime trading position in Bedford Street at the very centre of the bustling and sought after West Devon village of Bere Alston. Bedford Street is ideally located at the end of the main Fore Street and, for many years, The Voting Tree has proved a popular venue for locals and the many visitors and holidaymakers who pass through the area year after year.

Bere Alston is a tranquil village located in West Devon in the foothills of the Dartmoor National Park. It is on the border of a Unesco World Heritage Site and is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village offers a rare railway station which forms part of the Tamar Valley line, connecting to the waterside villages of Bere Ferrers and Calstock and then running on to the major South Devon city of Plymouth. There are several shops including a Post Office stores, local bakery, Co-op supermarket, butcher, hairdressers , pharmacy, doctor’s surgery, primary school and public house. The village is 15 minutes by car from both Tavistock and Yelverton and approximately 35 minutes from Plymouth. The surrounding fields are peppered with scenic public footpaths which popular with walkers and enjoy views of the Tamar River and beautiful surrounding countryside. The Bere Peninsula is formed by the rivers Tavy and Tamar which create a special, secluded area steeped in history, which in years gone by was a prosperous mining area famous for its silver and lead.

The property is end of terrace and believed to be one of the oldest properties in the village, reputably dating back to the 15^th Century. The main building appears to be of stone and cob construction under a pitched slate roof, with some more modern extensions to the rear under a flat felt roof. As one would expect with a property of this age and history, it has a wealth of “olde worlde” character throughout, providing a delightful restaurant area with kitchen and prep rooms, complimented by spacious and versatile family living accommodation. The external appearance of the property is deceptive and belies its true size. An early viewing appointment is strongly recommend to fully appreciate the location, appeal and undoubted future trading potential of this charming restaurant premises.