Bradiford, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31

Located in magical grounds and enjoying complete tranquillity and seclusion, this must be one of the finest modern country houses in the North Devon area.

Location - Scotts Moor is located in the village of Bradiford, which sits on the edge of the ancient borough of Barnstaple, reputed to be the oldest borough in England. Bradiford itself offers a popular local pub called The Windsor Arms, whilst the adjoining village of Pilton has state primary and secondary schooling and a charming historic high street offering two pubs and popular takeaways. Barnstaple itself is the hub of North Devon and houses all the area’s main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues, as well as many popular bars and eateries.

Exmoor National Park is around 9.5 miles away, and offers excellent walking and leisure opportunities with breath-taking scenery and an abundance of unspoilt natural countryside to explore, which is home to a plethora of wildlife and nature. There are many well-known beauty spots close by, including Heddon’s Mouth, the Valley of the Rocks and the picturesque twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth which sit within the National Park and are conjoined by a fascinating cliff railway.

The glorious North Devon coast and beaches are within close reach, with the nearest popular beaches located at Saunton, Croyde and Putsborough which adjoins Woolacombe, all between 7 and 10 miles away. Whilst in the other direction, around 12 miles away is the 3 mile long sandy beach at Westward Ho!. The North Devon coastline was recognised in 2022 as a World Surfing Reserve (WSR), a true testament to its natural beauty, as it is the first to be appointed in the UK, and only cold water WSR in the world.

Private schooling is available at the well-regarded West Buckland School, which is around 10 miles away, and we understand that the school operates buses for pupils throughout the area.

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. Tiverton Parkway is around 37 miles (just under an hour’s drive) away and offers regular mainline rail services to London in just over 2 hours.

Mileages

Pilton Street – 0.6 mile
Barnstaple – 1 mile
Saunton – 7 miles
Croyde – 10 miles
Exmoor National Park – 9.5 miles
M5 Motorway – 37 miles

The Property - Jackson-Stops North Devon are proud to offer this one of a kind country residence to the market in an unrivalled location, bordering beautiful open countryside yet within walking distance of amenities, yet offering complete seclusion, privacy and a rural, tranquil feel with an abundance of wildlife on your doorstep.

Scotts Moor was completed to exacting standards in 2001 by a local builder for his own occupation and has had just three owners since it was constructed. The property has been the subject of considerable improvement by the current vendors during their ownership, to include a fabulous high quality new kitchen/breakfast room and new bathrooms throughout.

The accommodation is south facing and deceptively large – approaching 7,000 square feet – and is arranged over three floors. The main reception rooms and orangery are outstanding, offering excellent proportions, There is a real emphasis on luxury, entertaining, and leisure and the accommodation is also highly adaptable, and could offer potential for an annexe/studio with some alterations and subject to any necessary planning permissions.

The property is equally as impressive externally, approached via electric gates and a video entry system, with an illuminated driveway which divides leading in one direction to a turning circle in front of the property with feature waterfalls, and in the other to the triple garage.

The entertaining and leisure theme continues from the property into the gardens with a wonderful heated swimming pool, hot tub, revolving summer house, tennis court, and various seating areas. There is also an African Breeze House with cedar shingled roof providing shade from the sun, which is the perfect place for alfresco dining, and which overlooks the nature ponds.

The professionally landscaped gardens complement the accommodation perfectly, with formal gardens surrounding the property, a tropical garden planted near the tennis court and a secluded river bordered meadow, which is approached via a tree lined gravelled path, and is bordered on the right hand side by Bradiford Brook. The meadow has been planted with many young and maturing trees and is criss crossed by mown paths, ideal for enjoying peace and tranquillity of the meadow and exercising dogs.

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

Entrance Vestibule - Marble flooring. Two cloakrooms off either side.

Reception Hallway - A magnificent room with octagonal vaulted ceiling rising to a central roof light with a large dining table. Marble flooring. Stone fireplace.

Drawing Room - A splendid room with circular domed ceiling with ornate plasterwork. Built-in drinks cupboard/bar. Sliding doors lead to the formal gardens at the front of the property.

Orangery - A stunning room overlooking the rear courtyard, with automatically operated retractable glass atrium roof. Ornamental marble fireplace.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - An outstanding room with French doors leading out onto the extensive patio and formal gardens. Kitchen recently re-fitted with an excellent range of matching wall and base units and a range of high quality integrated appliances, double sink set into granite work surfaces, and a breakfast bar area. Integrated appliances including dishwasher, two fridge freezers, three ovens with a plate warmer and induction hob with extractor over.

Pantry - Further range of matching units providing excellent storage.

Utility/Boot Room - A useful room with an extensive range of fitted cupboards and access to the parking area.

Laundry Room - Built-in units with worktop and sink. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Access to triple garage (described later).

From the reception hall, double doors lead through to:

Sitting Room/TV Room - A wonderful dual aspect room with cast iron fireplace with gas coal effect fire. Ornate plasterwork to ceiling. Access to the garden and swimming pool.

Fitness Room/Family Room - A dual aspect room with sliding doors leading onto the terrace and swimming pool area. Fireplace with marble surround.

Study - A dual aspect room with French doors leading onto the swimming pool area. Fitted with a bespoke range of matching oak units including a desk and storage cabinets. Integrated small fridge.

Changing/Sauna Room - Tylo 4/6 person pine sauna cabin. Door leading to the swimming pool area.

Shower Room

Library - Range of hand-built oak bookshelves. Sliding doors leading to the garden. Stairs rise to the first floor.

Master Suite - French doors leading to the orangery and a further glazed door leading to the rear courtyard.

Open Plan Bathroom - Comprising large shower cubicle, dual vanity wash hand basins and a deep bath. Separate WC.

Dressing Room - A superb and functional room with excellent range of hand-built storage including built-in dressing table, shoe stands and chest of drawers.

Bedrooms 2 & 3 - Both bedrooms overlook the rear gardens and benefit from built-in wardrobes and have individual en-suites.

First Floor Landing

Bedroom 4 - A dual aspect room with access to the roof space and en-suite bathroom.

Bedroom 5 - Dual aspect room with en-suite shower room.

Bedroom 6 - Accessed via bedroom 5.

Triple Garage - Accessed via three remote controlled up and over doors. Four built-in storage cupboards, one of which houses the central vacuum system. Ceramic tiled floor throughout. Cloakroom. Electrics cupboard. French doors leading onto the rear courtyard. It is thought that the garage is large enough to offer potential for a variety of uses, including conversion, subject to any necessary planning permissions.

From the reception hall, a staircase gives access to the lower ground floor and the:

Games Room/Snooker Room - Full sized snooker table with fitted furniture. Built in wine cellar housing fitted wine rack with capacity for 336 bottles of wine.

Plant Room - Housing gas fired central heating system, condensing boiler, hot water tank, zone controls and pumps.

Outside - The property is approached through brick and stone pillars and over an illuminated driveway which leads to a turning circle in front of the property, as well as the triple garage and further parking. The property is surrounded by enchanting level formal gardens with an extensive array of mature plants, trees and shrubs including some magnificent eucalyptus trees. Throughout the gardens, there are various seating areas and places to enjoy the peace and quiet, including a large terrace, African breeze hut, and a circular summerhouse.

Situated in front of the property, but well screened, is the outdoor heated swimming pool, which benefits from a retractable building allowing for all year round use. There is also a hot tub and two useful outbuilding housing the pool machinery and garden equipment.

Adjacent to the swimming pool is the Astro turf tennis court which is enclosed and to the rear of the property, there are further private garden areas leading out from the accommodation.

Beyond the formal gardens, there is a natural pond which attracts an abundance of wildlife and nature. A gravelled pathway leads to the meadow, which is bordered by Bradiford Brook on one side. There are various mature and young tree specimens planted throughout, with intercepting pathways. This area is the perfect place for a summer’s walk or for exercising dogs. In total, the property amounts to approximately 4.7 acres of ground.

Property Information

Services - All mains services connected. (The sewage is pumped to the main system). Security alarm. Electric car charging point.

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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 sole selling agents Jackson-Stops, North Devon on .

For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.

Directions - Approaching Barnstaple from the A361, at the first roundabout, turn right onto Eastern Avenue. Follow this ring road, following signs towards the A39 and Lynton. Upon reaching the traffic lights, with a garage on your right hand side, turn left and then immediately right into Pilton Street. At the top of the high street, keep to the left, and continue along this road for approximately 0.75 of a mile. Follow the road down and over the bridge, and about 50 yards further, there is a hidden right hand turning into Lion’s Mill, in between two properties, with Lion’s Mill on your right hand side. You will then see a pair of brick pillars topped by stone balls. Drive through these gateposts and follow the drive until you come to the Scotts Moor gates. If the gates do not open automatically, please press the call button to be let in.