Butterfly Barn, Bude, Cornwall

For buyers seeking a property with personality and warmth, Butterfly Barn presents an exceptional opportunity. Its blend of rustic appeal and modern and energy saving amenities is sure to appeal to those who appreciate both the charm of a characterful property and the comfort of contemporary living.

Butterfly Barn is indeed a "must-see" property, nestled in the picturesque hamlet of Hersham, near the highly coveted area of Bude in North Cornwall. Its location offers a perfect blend of tranquillity and accessibility, providing a peaceful retreat while still being within easy reach of nearby amenities and attractions.

The rustic kitchen in Butterfly Barn offers ample storage space. The custom-made wooden worktop surfaces add a touch of warmth and character to the space, complementing the rustic charm of the barn conversion. With plenty of room for meal preparation and storage, the kitchen is both practical and inviting, making it a focal point of the home.

The lounge area of Butterfly Barn is equally impressive, offering a spacious yet cozy atmosphere for relaxation and entertaining. Enhanced by the presence of a log burner, the ambiance of the lounge is further elevated, creating a warm and inviting environment year-round. Whether gathering with family and friends or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, the lounge serves as a comfortable retreat within the home.

Butterfly Barn offers the convenience of all its bedrooms and bathroom on a single floor, providing ease of access and comfortable living. Each of the bedrooms is generously sized, offering ample space for rest and relaxation. The inclusion of high-quality fitted carpet throughout adds to the comfort and coziness of the bedrooms, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

The outdoor space of Butterfly Barn is as inviting and versatile as its interior. The garden offers plenty of room for various activities and relaxation.

Parking for two or three cars ensures convenience while maintaining the tranquil atmosphere of the property. The addition of a chalet-style wooden cabin presents exciting opportunities, whether as a dedicated work-from-home space or potentially as a charming Airbnb accommodation (subject to planning permissions).

Further into the grounds, a useful polytunnel offers possibilities for gardening enthusiasts to grow their own produce or flowers. With an abundance of BBQ and relaxing spots scattered throughout the property, one can truly make the most of outdoor living, whether hosting gatherings with friends and family or enjoying peaceful moments alone.

Overall, the outdoor space of Butterfly Barn complements its interior charm, providing a harmonious space where residents can fully embrace the beauty of nature while enjoying the comforts of home.


In a little more detail

Farmhouse Kitchen / Dining 13' 2" x 21' 3" (4.02m x 6.52m)

A terracotta Spanish style tile floor, with triple aspect windows to the paddock in front of the property, A Belfast sink with stainless steel mixer taps and wooden surface work surfaces with ample storage under. There are connections for the washing machine and dishwasher, and a feature of this lovely kitchen is the oil fired Rayburn.

Lounge / Living Room 17' 6" x 13' 1" (5.34m x 3.98m)

This is a lovely light and very comfortable room, with a window to two elevations of the property, a vaulted room with exposed beams and panel wood ceiling, and a wood burning stove set on a slate hearth. A feature here is the "mezzanine" accessed via a step ladder, although a staircase could easily be installed and provide an area to be used as a snug, quiet area, office, or a sleeping den.

Hallway 24' 10" x 3' 7" (7.57m x 1.08m)

A hallway runs from the living room and has a door to the secluded courtyard which faces west, so a perfect suntrap, from the hallway is:

Bedroom 1 15' 2" x 13' 7" (4.63m x 4.15m)

This is a spacious bedroom with a contemporary feel and exposed beams. There are two windows, one looking to the secluded garden of the property and the other to the front. A centre light and a good quality fitted carpet with a black wall-mounted central heating radiator.

NB: The services are installed and some preparation is already done to make an en-suite in this bedroom

Bedroom 2 7' 8" x 10' 0" (2.33m x 3.04m)

A good-sized bedroom, with fitted carpet, plug sockets, central heating radiator and window looking to the garden. This is again a nice, spacious room that comfortably accommodates a double bed and has a feature beam ceiling.

Bedroom 3 10' 9" x 9' 2" (3.27m x 2.80m)

A third good-sized bedroom, with fitted carpet, plug sockets, central heating radiator window looking to the garden with a beamed ceiling and recessed spotlights.

Shower room 7' 2" x 9' 2" (2.17m x 2.80m)

An all-white suite comprising a WC, bidet and pedestal wash hand basin with vanity unit over. A double walk-in shower cubicle, with a Triton shower, tiled walls, and glass surrounds. The floor has a very tasteful vinyl floor covering and the obscure glazed window faces the front elevation of the property.
Via a lobby from the living room with dual access doors to outside is:

Bedroom 4 17' 8" x 9' 3" (5.39m x 2.59m)

A spacious bedroom with fitted carpet, plug sockets, central heating radiator, and two windows looking to the garden and rear of the property. This room has a useful built-in wardrobe.

Please note: In 2021 Butterfly Barn had some enhancements and improvements, namely: the property was re-roofed, and new Velux's fitted. At the same time, an air source heat pump was installed with a new central heating system including new radiators.

Garage 18' 2" x 8@ 5" (5.55m x 2.59m)

Currently used like all garages! As a store, but presenting multiple opportunities for other use or conversion, an ideal work-from-home office, workshop, or multi-generational annexe (subject to necessary planning). Power and light are connected.

Outside

Wooden lodge/cabin 16' 7" x 10' 6" (4.9m x 3.2m)

Butterfly Barn has a very useful wooden cabin in the garden, which would have much potential for many purposes including work-from-home space, artist or hobby studio or even an air b&b type holiday let. The cabin has power and water connected.

Well

Adjacent to the cabin is one of the ancient Hersham wells. Currently not in use but has provided excellent quality water and could again.

Gardens and paddock

Butterfly Barn is approached from the quiet hamlet road via a set of wooden gates into a gravel and tarmac drive. A good area of parking will be found.

The gardens are laid mainly to lawns with a variety of mature trees and shrubs and Butterfly Barn enjoys a high degree of privacy.

The gardens and paddock extend to just approaching an acre and are currently laid to lawn with a small growing area and a polytunnel at the lower end. Apart from simple leisure and pleasure, the grounds present an opportunity for the more ambitious grower looking to self-sufficiency or even a small market garden business.

Location

Butterfly Barn is in the hamlet of Hersham, close to Stratton near Bude and is adjacent to a quiet rural lane. There is easy access within a few miles to the beaches and cliff and coastal walks at Bude or Widemouth Bay.

The North Cornish coastline features popular family surfing beaches such as Bude, Widemouth Bay, and Crackington Haven and quaint fishing villages such as Boscastle and Port Isaac. Nearby Bude with all its social, commercial and shopping amenities.

You will also be close to the wonderful open spaces of Bodmin Moor ideal for walking and riding. The A30 dual carriageway spine road for Cornwall and Devon is some thirty minutes away. Beyond, the city of Exeter (54 miles) provides an intercity rail link, M5 motorway link and an international airport.

**FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION ON THURSDAY 30TH MAY**

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Special Conditions

Any additional costs will be listed in the Special Conditions within the legal pack and these costs will be payable on completion. The legal pack is available to download free of charge under the 'LEGAL DOCUMENTS'. Any stamp duty and/or government taxes are not included within the Special Conditions within the legal pack and all potential buyers must make their own investigations.


Viewing

Viewing is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED and strictly by appointment only with the sole selling agent, N K Estate Agent - part of the 100 Key Property Network

Services

Mains electricity
Main Water supply
Central heating - Air source heat pump
Private drainage system
Telephone is BT Connection
Broadband is BT connection

Tenure

The property is offered for sale freehold and with Vacant Possession on completion and NO FORWARD CHAIN.
Local Authority

The property is sold subject to all local authority charges and is council tax band D The local authority is Cornwall County Council, County Hall, Treyew Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 2AY

Agents Notes

None of the services or appliances, plumbing, heating or electrical installations have been tested by the selling agent. Any maps used on the details are for identification purposes only.

None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. All figures, measurements, floor plans & maps are for guidance purposes only.


Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold