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Guide Price£275,000

Ettiford Farm, Ilfracombe

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Two bedroom semi-detached barn conversion
  • Open plan lounge, kitchen, diner
  • Two en-suite bathrooms
  • Tucked away countryside location
  • Front and rear garden
  • Private parking
  • Underfloor and air source heat pump heating
  • Within close proximity to Ilfracombe and Woolacombe

Description

This charming semi-detached barn conversion is nestled in the peaceful countryside location of Ettiford Farm Cottages. Offering a tranquil retreat. Inside, the property features a spacious and rustic designed open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area, perfect for relaxed living and entertaining. There are two generously sized double bedrooms, each with its own three-piece en-suite for added privacy and convenience. Outside, the property benefits from a well-maintained shared courtyard to the front, while the rear boasts a private garden and drive, ensuring seclusion and ample parking. A delightful blend of countryside living with modern comforts.

lfracombe town offers a variety of independent shops, art galleries, restaurants and bars. The picturesque seafront and harbour area is home to artist Damien Hirst's ‘Verity’ statue at the harbour entrance. In addition is the exciting new water sports centre and café making the harbour a hive of activity.

North Devon has a wealth of simply stunning golden sand beaches and has long been a mecca for British surfers. The area has recently been declared a ‘world surfing reserve’, one of just 12 places on the planet along with the Australia’s Golden Coast and Malibu in California. For a change of scenery Exmoor National Park offers breath taking rolling countryside, perfect for avid walkers.

Property Description - Nestled within a peaceful and private countryside setting, this beautifully presented barn conversion offers an exceptional holiday retreat, seamlessly blending contemporary comfort with charming rustic character. Featuring high vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and an abundance of natural light throughout, the property enjoys a warm and inviting atmosphere while making the most of its idyllic rural surroundings.

At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, creating a versatile and sociable living space ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The impressive high ceilings and exposed beams enhance the property's character, while large windows allow natural light to flood the interior and frame the surrounding countryside views.

The accommodation comprises two generously sized double bedrooms, both benefiting from stylish three-piece en-suite shower rooms, providing comfortable and private accommodation for owners and guests alike.

Externally, the property enjoys a shared courtyard to the front, while to the rear there is a substantial garden offering a wonderful space for outdoor dining, relaxation and recreation. The garden enjoys delightful views across the surrounding countryside and woodland, creating a peaceful backdrop throughout the seasons. Private parking further enhances the practicality and appeal of this charming holiday home.

Situated within a tranquil rural location yet conveniently placed for access to North Devon's stunning coastline and attractions, this delightful barn conversion presents an excellent opportunity as a holiday retreat or investment property. Please note that the property is subject to a holiday occupancy restriction and may only be used for holiday purposes.

Location - Ettiford Farm enjoys a peaceful rural setting within a picturesque North Devon valley, surrounded by rolling countryside and scenic views. Despite its tranquil location, the property is conveniently situated just a short drive from the coastal towns and attractions of Ilfracombe, Woolacombe Beach and Combe Martin, offering easy access to beautiful beaches, coastal walks, shops, restaurants and local amenities. The area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, making it an ideal base from which to enjoy both the North Devon coastline and surrounding countryside.

Agent Notes - This property can currently only be purchased for holiday let use only.

There is a 5kw Solar PV system which supplies electricity to this and two other barns. These solar panels are currently located on the roof of the barn attached to Holly Cottage.

Water from the cottages is derived from a borehole and is filtered via UV. There is a 3000 litre holding tank that provides this.

This cottage has underfloor heating and also has heating provided by an air source heat pump.

Hazel Cottage also has a septic tank and reed bed for drainage.

Directions - From our office, follow north up the High Street on at A361 towards Portland street and Hillsborough Road. Once you reach the traffic lights, turn right onto New Barnstaple Road and follow for 0.8 miles. Once you reach the roundabout, take the first exit on New Barnstaple Road B32230 and follow for 1.5 miles. You will see sign posted on your left hand side 'South West Shooting School' and 'Key Pitts Off Road Adventure' where you will turn left down that road. Take the second right hand turning where it is sign posted Ettiford Farm Cottages and follow this road until you reach the cottages, an agent will meet you there to show you around.

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Property details

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Date Posted
2026-06-26

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
67 D
100 A

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

5 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    69
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • West Down School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    95
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School2.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    2 to 7
    Pupils
    207
    Type
    Community school
  • Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School2.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    326
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Combe Martin Primary School2.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    137
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy2.3 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,016
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Braunton Academy6.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    828
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Pilton Community College6.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,165
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Park Community School7.7 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,408
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Bideford College13 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,455
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Amenities

Supermarket

Tesco Ilfracombe Superstore, Ilfracombe1.7 miles
Spar Hele Bay, Ilfracombe2.2 miles
Co-op Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe2.7 miles

GP surgery

Combe Coastal Practice2.6 miles

Pharmacy

Smd Pharmacy At The Medical Centre2.6 miles

Hospital

Ilfracombe Hospital2.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Barnstaple Rail Station7.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

On-A-Hill Garage884 metres

Typical drive times

Lynton27 min · 16 miles
Bideford32 min · 19 miles
Barnstaple21 min · 10 miles
Ilfracombe10 min · 3.2 miles
Exeter (city)1 hr 23 min · 55 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings, including exact zones and annual chances, any recorded past flooding, plus planning, heritage, nature and ground checks, is in the .

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135 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9EZ

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