North Molton, South Molton, Devon, EX36

A superb five bedroom equestrian residence located on the edge of the village of North Molton, just outside of Exmoor National Park. A superb home with its own cinema room and library and a wealth of opportunity to create an equestrian yard that would suit many disciplines. In all about 11.25 acres.


High Bullen Farm is a unique country dwelling approached via its own private drive. The property, with parts believed to originate back to the 1800’s, has been vastly enhanced and extended to provide timeless and versatile accommodation.
The detached house has superb views down the Mole valley and over the village with split level accommodation taking advantage of the views. The property is entered in to via a beautiful oak front door, which was reclaimed from a local church, opening in to a breath taking reception hall with a captivating space opening from the dining hall through with an impressive vaulted glass ceiling including remote controlled lantern windows through to the conservatory with bi-folding doors leading out to the patio. Italian limestone flooring makes the seamless continuity from the dining hall through to the conservatory and patio.
The secondary entrance in to the house leads to the utility room which has a keypad entrance system, laundry area including a laundry shoot from the first floor and a worktop with washing facilities. Leading through to the wet room with a spa shower and WC. At the far end of the utility room is the boiler room with the boiler, solar heat exchange and water tank.
Returning back to the centred reception hall the accommodation leads through to the north and south wings. Hand made iron railings lead down to the kitchen which is a well fitted space with Granite worktops, American fridge freezer and an electric Aga with stone effect surround. There is a large SMEG oven and 3 sinks including a preparation, tea and main, the tea sink with an instant hot water tap. There is also a wine fridge and larder cabinet. The breakfast bar has been constructed with a butchers block with storage underneath and a granite worktop. Off of the kitchen is the games room which could also be used as a breakfast room. This room has a superb inglenook fireplace, historic beams and built in cabinets. Completing the ground floor west wing is the sitting room/snug which is a lovely cosy room for those winter evenings with an open fire in an inglenook fireplace. There is also a slate window seat.
To the north wing is a purpose built library which could also be used as a fifth bedroom with a built in Murphy bed and a reading corner, and a soundproofed cinema room with surround sound system. Completing the ground floor is the home office with built in shelving and a safe.
A spiral staircase leads to the south wing of the first floor where you will find a lobby area leading to the master bedroom and guest room, both of these rooms are well facilitated with ensuite shower rooms. The master bedroom also benefits from built in quadruple wardrobes and a roll top bath.
To the south wing, hand made iron railings lead to the second landing which has a laundry shoot. Off of the landing are two more double bedrooms both with ensuite shower rooms. Bedroom four also has external access. For approximate room dimensions and accommodation layout please refer to the floor plan contained within these sale particulars.

OUTSIDE
High Bullen Farm is accessed via a private entrance, which goes past a large lorry parking area and then leads to a gravel parking and turning area adjacent to the house.
There are steps leading down to the front door and a patio area with Japanese plants bordering. This path leads around giving access to the front of the house. To the rear of the house is a large, raised patio, paved with Italian Limestone, where there are spectacular, village, countryside far-reaching views. There is also an area with bluebell/snowdrop garden and a part fenced, part hedged border. The garden continues around to the right hand side where there is a further lawn and a potting shed. Continuing on from here is a large market garden with vegetables and fruit growing, fruit trees, a water supply, space for a polytunnel and a pond. To the east of the land there is also a wooded copse, wonderful for country walks.

The stable block
The American barn is enclosed within a secure yard area and has direct access to the grazing. The front of the barn has triple barn doors opening up for convenience of deliveries. The Monarch style stables comprise of 4 main boxes which can be opened up to use as double or single boxes, all with their own automatic drop down hay feeders and swing round feed troughs. A 5th box has swing round feed troughs and is also a wash box with mains water. There are two further boxes, one of which is a feed and hay store.

The arena
The superb arena is enclosed with post and rail fencing, measuring approx. 20 x 58m with a rubber and Basalt sand surface. There is a judges box and seating area. There are also two gated entrances, one being off of the entrance drive so suited for maintenance vehicles access.

The outbuildings
There are a range of traditional outbuildings. A block and stone built former stable block with mezzanine level and what are believed to be the original hayracks. There is a Hay loft opening and separate mains power supply. The second outbuilding comprises of a potting shed, open fronted car port and a former staff room with kitchenette and woodburner. At the end of the building is a feed room.

The land
The land is well situated lying to the North and East of the buildings. The grazing is enclosed with a horse safe mesh fencing and comprises of a track system and four individual paddocks, each field having its own water trough system and insulated electric fence system that runs under the gateways. The land is accessed from the stable yard and also has direct road access. Further land is available by separate negotiation.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains water and electricity are connected. Drainage to a private system. Woodburner in the games room and open fire in the snug. LPG central heating.
Council Tax: North Devon District Council—Band E

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTC—Fibre broadband is available—highest available download speed 76 Mbps, highest available upload speed 15 Mbps. (Based on Openreach data).
Mobile Coverage: Likely coverage available via EE, Three and O2, limited coverage available via VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. (Based on Ofcom data)
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%) and MEDIUM from Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%) (Gov UK data).
Construction Type: Cob, stone, block and steel.

Tenure and Possession: Freehold with vacant possession available upon completion.
Sporting, Hunting and Mineral Rights: The sporting, hunting and mineral rights are not included in the freehold sale.

Wayleaves: A pylon is located on the land, with a return of £42 per annum. There is also a mast (Tetra) with a formal arrangement that can be removed should a prospective purchaser wish that brings in an annual return of approximately £4,000.

High Bullen Farm enjoys a delightful position on the edge of North Molton village. The village is known as 'the gateway to Exmoor' and offers a well regarded local primary school, public house, community shop, a sports club, parish church, Methodist Chapel, hairdresser's and a garage. North Molton is a traditional Devon village which winds its way down to the river Mole only a mile or so from the Exmoor National Park with its many beauty spots nearby and providing traditional riding, hunting and sporting pursuits. The bustling market town of South Molton lies only some 3 miles to the south providing an excellent range of everyday services including shops, primary and secondary schools, restaurants and post office, together with a Sainsbury's supermarket, medical centre, recreational facilities and a cottage hospital. From South Molton the A361 North Devon link road provides access to the larger regional centre of Barnstaple as well as Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27). Mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway (London Paddington approx. 2 hours) with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
North Molton is surrounded by picturesque North Devon countryside with Exmoor offering beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths. The north coast is easily accessible with lovely sandy beaches at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe.