Wrigwell Lane, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot

Offered to the market for the first time in almost a century, Wrigwell Farm House is a substantial detached farmhouse providing generously proportioned accommodation, complemented by a self-contained two-bedroom annexe. Formerly the principal residence of a larger farming holding, the property is set within approximately 3.62 acres of gardens, woodland and pasture, enjoying an attractive rural setting with considerable privacy.

There is opportunity to acquire further acreage together with a range of agricultural and commercial buildings may be available by separate negotiation. The property presents an exciting opportunity for a purchaser to modernise, enhance and potentially extend the existing accommodation, subject to the necessary consents, creating an exceptional country home in a highly desirable location.

The Situation

Wrigwell Farm occupies an idyllic position within the small hamlet of Wrigwell, just outside the highly regarded village of Ipplepen. Ideally situated between the historic market town of Totnes (approximately 5 miles) and Newton Abbot (approximately 4 miles), the property benefits from excellent connectivity, with both towns offering mainline railway stations, comprehensive shopping facilities, restaurants and professional services.

Situation Continued

Ipplepen itself is a thriving and welcoming community, offering an excellent range of amenities including a modern health centre with pharmacy, primary school, village hall, public house, coffee shop, convenience store, recreation grounds, tennis courts and bowling green. The village is also renowned for its active clubs, societies and community events, making it one of South Devon's most desirable rural locations.

The Accommodation

Entrance Hall

A welcoming entrance hall accessed via the front door, with staircase rising to the first floor accommodation.

Sitting Room

A spacious dual-aspect reception room enjoying views to both the front and rear. Features include an attractive stone fireplace with freestanding electric stove, together with a second open fireplace creating a charming focal point.

Dining Room

Positioned to the rear of the property, the dining room benefits from a wall-mounted electric fire and glazed door leading through to the conservatory.

Conservatory

A brick and uPVC conservatory enjoying delightful views across the adjoining fields and surrounding countryside, creating an ideal space for relaxation and entertaining.

Kitchen/Utility Room

A generous and practical kitchen incorporating a range of fitted base and wall-mounted units together with stainless steel sink and drainer. A step leads down to a further kitchen area fitted with additional cabinetry, freestanding electric cooker with extractor above, oil-fired range cooker and a second stainless steel sink. The room also benefits from built-in storage, part tiled walls and dual-aspect windows overlooking the surrounding grounds.

Shower Room

Comprising a shower enclosure with fitted shower, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit, low-level WC and heated towel rail.

Rear Entrance Lobby

A useful entrance porch with glazed uPVC doors and windows beneath a glazed roof, providing access to the kitchen and rear gardens.

The First Floor Accommodation

Bedrooms

The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, two enjoying views over the rear gardens and two overlooking the surrounding countryside to the front. Bedroom Two benefits from loft access.

Dressing Room

A separate dressing room fitted with an extensive range of built-in wardrobes providing excellent hanging and storage space.

Family Bathroom

Fitted with a panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC. A window to the front elevation enjoys views across the surrounding countryside.

The Annexe

The self-contained annexe is accessed independently from the rear of the property and offers flexible accommodation ideally suited to extended family, guests or ancillary income generation.

The accommodation comprises a fitted kitchen, living room, two first-floor bedrooms and a shower room.

The Grounds

Gardens & Garage

To the front of the property is a gravelled parking area providing ample space for numerous vehicles and convenient access to the rear entrance of the farmhouse.

The established gardens extend around the side and rear of the farmhouse, incorporating areas of lawn, mature planting and a stone track leading through the grounds. Beyond the formal gardens lies an attractive copse and woodland area, providing a delightful natural setting and enhancing the property's privacy and character.

Adjacent to the farmhouse is a pasture field included within the sale, which benefits from separate gated access onto the neighbouring lane and offers a valuable extension to the grounds.

Land & Outbuildings (Available By Separate Negotiation)

The agricultural land extends predominantly to the north of the farmhouse and comprises approximately 28 acres of productive pasture and grazing land. Divided into several manageable enclosures, several fields benefit from water supply and independent gated access directly from Wrigwell Lane.

The land presents opportunities for livestock grazing, equestrian use, smallholding enterprises or wider amenity purposes.

A comprehensive range of agricultural and commercial buildings is situated a short distance from the farmhouse, including traditional brick-built structures, steel-framed barns and timber workshops.

The buildings provide extensive storage and operational capacity and may offer potential for alternative commercial uses, diversification projects or redevelopment opportunities, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions.

Additional Information

Council Tax

Band F.

Tenure

Freehold.

Services

Mains water and electricity, oil-fired central heating and private drainage.

Local Authority

Teignbridge District Council.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment through Rendells Totnes Estate Agents.

Approximate Distances

Newton Abbot – 3.9 miles, Totnes – 5.0 miles, Combeinteignhead – 6.8 miles, Torbay – 7.4 miles, Ashburton – 8.0 miles, Teignmouth – 10.5 miles, Shaldon – 10.5 miles, Dawlish – 13.5 miles, Exeter – 21.9 miles.
(Mainline services from Newton Abbot provide access to London Paddington in approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.)

Directions

From Ipplepen proceed towards Wrigwell Lane, where the property will be found within the hamlet of Wrigwell, identified by a Rendells For Sale board. Further directions are available upon request.