Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31

A beautifully presented character residence benefiting from a separate detached cottage and studio loft, all set within delightful grounds approaching an acre.

Location - The property is situated on the western fringes of Exmoor National Park, on the outskirts of the hamlet of Kentisbury, backing onto open fields. The closest amenities are located at the nearby seaside village of Combe Martin, around 3.2 miles away. Combe Martin offers a good range of amenities for its size, as well as a beach and access to the South West Coastal footpath, affording excellent walks with stunning scenery.

Exmoor National Park is famous for its undulating moors and pastureland, with streams and rivers running down through deep wooded combes and valleys to the spectacular coastline below, and offers excellent country pursuits including walking, riding and fishing.

As well as world class countryside surrounding the property, there is also easy access to the North Devon coastline, which was selected in 2022 as a ‘World Surfing Reserve’ (WSR) – the first in the UK and only cold-water WSR in the world. The popular sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Putsborough, Saunton and Croyde are within easy reach by car.

A wider range of amenities are available at the larger town of Ilfracombe (10 miles away) or the regional centre of Barnstaple (9 miles away) including schooling for all ages, banks, shops, supermarkets, cinemas, theatres and other leisure pursuits, as well as access onto the A361 at Barnstaple.

Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is located at the regional centre of Barnstaple, which connects to Exeter, where there are regular trains to London and elsewhere. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway is around 41 miles (about an hours’ drive) away and offers regular mainline rail services to London in just over 2 hours.

Mileages

Combe Martin – 3.2 miles
Barnstaple – 9 miles
Ilfracombe – 10 miles
Woolacombe – 12 miles
Tiverton Parkway – 41 miles

The Property - This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming detached character residence offering tremendous versatility, set within delightful gardens, on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The property offers beautifully presented, light, airy and spacious accommodation with a wealth of character features.

White Meadow comprises a main home with the advantage of a detached holiday cottage, as well as a further studio loft above one of the two garages. The main property enjoys a sunny, south facing aspect and boasts four reception rooms, four bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms arranged over three floors. There is an emphasis on indoor/outdoor living with easy access throughout the ground floor into the gardens.

The separate detached holiday cottage is exquisitely presented, benefiting from its own private parking and garden areas, and offers the potential purchaser the opportunity to yield a generous income. It further boasts a studio loft above one of the two garages that could lend itself to a variety of potential uses (STPP).

The property stands in delightful stream bordered gardens of just under an acre (0.9) that offer a private, peaceful and sunny aspect.

Only with a viewing can you start to appreciate this exceptional home offering flexibility in an outstanding location – a truly special opportunity, offered for sale with no ongoing chain.

The accommodation, with approximate dimensions more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans, comprises:

A covered porch leads to the front door and:

Entrance Hall - Stairs rise to the first floor landing.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - A delightful dual aspect room overlooking the garden and fields beyond. Oil fired Rayburn set into chimney recess with timber mantle over and built-in storage recess. Tiled floor. The kitchen comprises a range of matching wall and base units with Belfast sink set into marble work surfaces, range style cooker with extractor over, integrated dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. Built-in storage cupboard.

Utility Room - Window to the side elevation. Sink set into work surfaces. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Wall storage units. Tiled floor. Houses the floor mounted oil fired boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating and water filtration system for the private water supply.

Study - A dual aspect room with views over the garden.

Shower Room - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a double shower cubicle. Tiled floor. Heated towel rail. Obscure window.

Dining Room - A charming triple aspect room enjoying the views over the garden. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth with slate mantel over.

Lobby - Access to the garage and parking areas. Space for coats. Tiled floor. Window overlooking the garden.

Sitting Room - A fabulous triple aspect room enjoying views over the garden with French doors leading onto the terrace. Wood burning stove on a tiled hearth. Exposed beams. French doors lead to:

Garden Room - A light and airy triple aspect room with vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling glazing, exposed beams and access onto the terrace.

First Floor Landing - Window to the rear elevation. Timber floor. Stairs rise to the second floor. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder.

Family Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle and a freestanding bath. Obscure window to the rear elevation.

Bedroom 1 - Window to the front elevation. Ornate fireplace with cast iron insert and timber mantel over. Large wardrobe.

Bedroom 2 - Window to the front elevation. Ornate fireplace with cast iron insert and timber mantel over.

Bedroom 4 - Window to the rear elevation.

Second Floor Landing - Exposed beams. Large storage cupboard.

Bedroom 3 - Vaulted ceiling with exposed A frames and two Velux windows. Eaves storage.

Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, shower cubicle and a panelled bath. Chrome heated towel rail. Velux window.

The Stable – Holiday Cottage

Front door leading to:

Garden Room - Slate tiled floor. Windows overlooking the private garden. Doors leading to:

Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen - Slate tiled floor. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed beams and lintels. Window overlooking the garden and a Velux window. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth.

Kitchen - Comprising a range of matching wall and base units with sink set into roll top work surfaces, integrated cooker, four ring electric hob with extractor over, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer.

Bedroom - Overlooking the garden. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed stonework. Slate tiled floor. Built-in storage.

En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a panelled bath with shower over. Slate tiled floor. Chrome heated towel rail. Obscure window.

The Loft - (The loft currently benefits from planning permission for a hobbies room.)

Accessed via steps to the rear of the garage, leading to the first floor and a balcony that enjoys views over the garden.

Glazed door leads to:

Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen/Bedroom - A dual aspect space enjoying views over the garden via Velux windows. Slate tiled floor. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Exposed beams. Storage cupboard. The kitchen area comprises a range of matching wall and base units with sink set into roll top work surfaces, an oven, four ring electric hob, dishwasher and a washing machine. Space for fridge/freezer.

En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tongue and grooved panelled bath and a corner shower cubicle. Chrome heated towel rail. Exposed beam. Velux window. Slate tiled floor.

Outside - The property is approached through a metal five bar gate and over a driveway leading to the rear of the property, garages and parking area for several vehicles, as well as access to The Stable. The detached garage has a roller door and a storage shed to the rear, from which steps lead up to The Loft.

Beyond the garage and The Loft is a beautiful area of garden bordered by a stream with a pond, enjoying a private and sunny aspect. This area is mainly laid to lawn with a range of mature trees and shrubs, orchard, vegetable garden and greenhouse with a grape vine.

A five-bar gate from the parking area provides access to The Stable, which benefits from its own parking area under a beautiful Beech tree, and an open fronted garage with useful attached store. The Stable enjoys its own delightful private garden area with a patio, pond and lawned section.

To the front of the main house, there is a delightful south facing garden with a good-sized terrace, providing the ideal place for entertaining and alfresco dining. The garden boasts a good-sized lawned section with a range of mature plants, trees and shrubs and there are additional seating areas and two patios, one of which has a charming pergola. This enchanting property stands in ground of just under an acre (0.919) in total, providing a peaceful, tranquil setting.

Property Information

Services - Mains electricity and water (private water supply also available). Oil fired central heating to the main house. Electric heating to the loft and cottage. Private drainage (septic tank shared with 1 other property). Solar panels and a battery were installed in September 2022 generating 7104kwh to 8/4/24. In the year to 13/3/24 income generated by exporting energy was £237.37.

Local Authority - North Devon District Council – .

Contents, Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned within this brochure are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments etc. are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewing - By appointment with Jackson-Stops, North Devon .

For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.

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EPC Rating: E/D

Directions - From Barnstaple, proceed in a northerly direction on the A39 signposted towards Lynton and Lynmouth. Follow the road, passing through the villages of Burridge, Shirwell and Arlington. Upon reaching Kentisbury Ford, turn left onto the B3229 signposted towards Combe Martin and Ilfracombe. Proceed along this road for a short distance, until you see the entrance to White Meadow situated on the right-hand side with nameplate clearly displayed.