Horwood, Bideford, Devon, EX39

A fabulous Grade II listed period residence, in a highly convenient location, offering spacious and versatile accommodation, with planning permission for conversion of stone barns, in all 3.8 acres

Location - The property is situated on the edge of this highly sought after rural village, yet conveniently located within easy access to amenities, the stunning coast and breath-taking countryside. The village of Horwood sits on high ground enjoying views over the surrounding countryside, whilst the village of Lovacott is around a mile away and benefits from a popular primary school as well as a bus service. Newton Tracey is about 1.3 miles away and benefits from a popular public house/restaurant.

The spectacular North Devon coastline – recently selected as a ‘World Surfing Reserve’ (WSR) – the first in the UK and only cold-water WSR in the world – is easily accessible from the property with the coastal village of Instow about 5 miles away, offering a sandy estuary beach, sailing club, delicatessen, pubs and restaurants.

The property is also situated within easy reach of a fantastic range of amenities with the towns of Great Torrington, Bideford and Barnstaple all within 7.5 miles. These various towns offer a range of amenities including state and private schooling, pubs, shops, leisure facilities, restaurants and supermarkets.

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 in Barnstaple, which connect to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is just under an hour’s drive away, which connects to London and beyond.

Mileages

Newton Tracey/Pub – 1.3 miles
Bideford – 4.5 miles
Instow – 5 miles
Barnstaple – 6 miles
Torrington – 7.5 miles

Description - Jackson-Stops North Devon are proud to offer to the market – this beautiful Grade II listed period residence. Properties such as East Barton Farm rarely become available on the open market. The property has been the subject of extensive, yet sympathetic renovation to now provide well-presented and versatile accommodation that could suit a variety of uses. This imposing residence sits in a small cluster of properties, on the outskirts of the highly sought after village of Horwood.

The accommodation on offer is extremely flexible and could suit for a variety of purposes, such as a spacious family home, for multigenerational living, or a home with an income (Air BnB or holiday let). At present, the property is used for multigenerational occupation, and due to the style of the property and the handmade free-standing kitchens (which can easily be removed), the layout could easily be changed to suit the prospective purchaser.

East Barton Farm has been exquisitely finished to exacting standards to maximise the wealth of character features throughout, which include exposed beams, lintels, A-frames, stonework, brickwork, window seats and balustrading. Due to the high quality level of renovations, the property has retained the authentic feel of a rustic farmhouse, but benefits from modern conveniences.

The property is equally as impressive outside, with delightful grounds including a walled garden to the front, cobbled courtyards and a paddock to the rear. The property also benefits from planning permission to convert stone and slate barns to the rear into a full residential until and two holiday cottages. There are also two driveways which provide further potential for sub-division (subject to any necessary consents).

In total, the property stands in gardens and grounds of about 3.8 acres and is available to the open market with no-ongoing chain.

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

Front door leads to:

Reception Hall - Stairs rise to the first floor landing with original balustrading and decorative tiled floor. Under stairs storage cupboard.

Drawing Room - A spectacular room with large inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove on a slate hearth with bread oven and exposed lintel. This room enjoys a dual aspect overlooking the courtyard and walled garden to the front, with original window seats. Exposed floorboards and brickwork.

Kitchen/Dining Room - A beautiful room enjoying a triple aspect. Slate flagstone floor. Exposed beams, lintels and stonework. The kitchen comprises a handmade range of storage cupboards, with double butler sink set into wooden work surfaces. Inglenook fireplace with Aga set into chimney recess. Access to the front elevation and covered porch. Secondary stairs rise to the first floor and under stairs storage cupboard below. Wood burning stove.

Boiler Room - Housing oil fired boiler.

Wash Room - Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Velux window. Exposed brickwork.

Study - French doors giving access to the courtyard. Decorative tiled floor. Exposed stonework and lintel.

Bedroom - A dual aspect room overlooking the walled garden with French doors giving access. Beamed ceiling. Exposed stonework and lintels. Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate heart and bread oven.

Dairy - Window overlooking the rear courtyard. Stone floor. Exposed brickwork. Beamed ceilings. Sink.

Wet Room - Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin and a shower. Exposed brickwork. Velux window.

Off the reception hall is a further reception room which is currently an:

Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen - A superb room with sash window to the front elevation overlooking the courtyard and walled garden. Wood burning stove on a tiled hearth with exposed stonework and lintels. Exposed beams and upright. The kitchen comprises a handmade range of free standing units with sink set into slate work surfaces with space for cooker and fridge freezer.

Half Landing - Stairs rise to first floor landing.

Utility Room - Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Exposed stonework. Obscure window to the rear elevation.

First Floor Landing - Stairs rise to the second floor landing. Window to the front elevation.

Bedroom - Sash windows to the front elevation overlooking the walled garden. Ornate fireplace with cast iron insert and timber mantel over. Built in wardrobe.

En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and shower cubicle. Window to the side elevation with countryside views.

From the landing, a door gives access into a separate section of the property which comprises:

Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room - Window to the front elevation overlooking the walled garden. Exposed brickwork. The kitchen comprises a handmade range of freestanding units with sink set into wooden work surfaces with space for dishwasher, cooker and fridge freezer. Pantry cupboard.

Sitting Room - Window to the side elevation. Exposed brickwork. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth with exposed lintel.

Bedroom - Window to the side elevation. Exposed brickwork.

En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin, roll top claw footed bath and double shower cubicle. Window to the side elevation enjoying countryside views. Exposed brickwork.

Bedroom - Window to the front elevation. Access to lobby.

Bedroom - A dual aspect room overlooking the garden. Exposed brickwork. Built in storage cupboards.

From the lobby, a door gives access to a staircase which rises to the second floor and a further:

Bedroom - A dual aspect room overlooking the walled garden to the front elevation with vaulted ceiling and exposed A frames and brickwork. Built in storage.

From the lobby there is also access into further accommodation, which is accessed from a staircase in the kitchen/dining room of the main residence.

Second Floor Landing - Velux window to the rear elevation overlooking the surrounding countryside.

Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen - A spectacular room with vaulted ceilings and exposed A frames and ceiling beams. Kitchen comprises a handmade free standing kitchen with granite sink set into granite work surfaces with storage cupboards below and space for cooker and fridge freezer. Walk in pantry cupboard.

Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin, walk in shower and roll top claw footed bath. Exposed beams and Velux window.

Bedroom - Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and A frames. Window to the side elevation with countryside views. Exposed brickwork.

As described earlier, from the kitchen/dining room in the main residence, a staircase rises to the first floor and a further:

Kitchen/Dining Room - A dual aspect room with views over the walled garden to the front elevation. Handmade freestanding kitchen with butler sink set into wooden work surfaces and space for appliances. Built in seating. Access to the lobby.

Bedroom - Window to the side elevation. Exposed floorboards and stonework. Roll top claw footed bath.

En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and walk-in shower cubicle.

Outside - The property is approached through a five bar gate and over a driveway that leads to the front of the property and to the walled garden. To the left of the entrance is an area of off road parking and small garage.

The walled garden to the front of the house is spectacular, with the original cobbles still in situ, and various seating areas with a lawned section, flowerbeds and borders with a range of mature plants, trees and shrubs. In turn, this leads to a courtyard at the front of the property and the entrance. There is also a walkway around to the left hand side, which leads to a further cobbled courtyard, covered porch and access to the kitchen.

To the rear of the property is a cobbled courtyard that wraps around the side and rear of the property and also gives access to the paddock at the rear. There are a range of stone and slate barns that offer potential for a variety of uses. Three of these barns have got planning permission to convert into a residential unit and two holiday cottages under planning permission numbers 76251 &76252.

The property also has a separate driveway that’s leads to the side of the barns and gives additional parking as well as leads to further areas of garden.

In total, the property stands in around 3.8 acres.

Property Information

Services - Mains electricity and water. Oil fired central heating with electric radiators. Private drainage (septic tank).

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.

Agent's Note - It is understood that there is a right of access through the second driveway that leads to a neighbouring field and some lakes that are used for fishing, with day permits available.

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

EPC - Exempt

For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.

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Directions - From Barnstaple, proceed along the A39 towards the Roundswell roundabout, and take the first exit, signposted towards Great Torrington on the B3232. Stay on this road until you climb up the hill leading to the village of Newton Tracey. Just before reaching Newton Tracey, turn right signposted towards Lovacott. Continue along this road for around 1 mile, passing through the village of Lovacott, and then take a right hand turning, where you will see a pair of stone pillars. Proceed through the stone pillars, passing the memorial on your left hand side, and then take the second left hand turning into the driveway, where the property will be situated directly in front of you.