North Tawton, Devon
- Land size
- 1.12 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Five-bedroom individual home
- Approximately 1.12 acres
- Riverside setting
- Direct river access and fishing rights
- Spacious, versatile accommodation
- Two ground-floor bedrooms
- Three first-floor bedrooms
- Three bathrooms and separate WC
- Riverside deck
- Private driveway and ample parking
Description
Situated on the outskirts of the popular Devon town of North Tawton, this individual five-bedroom home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a wonderful combination of space, privacy and riverside living, all set within approximately 1.12 acres of garden and grounds with direct river access and fishing rights.
The property offers spacious and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, with an approximate total internal area of 1,888 sq ft, providing plenty of room for family life, entertaining and those looking for a home with additional income potential.
The ground floor offers a selection of reception and living spaces, creating a flexible layout suited to modern family living. The kitchen provides a practical space for everyday use, while the living rooms offer plenty of scope for relaxing with family and entertaining guests. Two ground-floor bedrooms provide excellent flexibility for family members, guests or those seeking accommodation away from the first floor. A bathroom and separate WC complete the ground-floor accommodation.
On the first floor, there are three further bedrooms, together with two bathrooms, providing comfortable accommodation for larger families and visiting guests. The overall layout offers considerable versatility, whether used as a substantial family home or adapted to suit a variety of lifestyle requirements.
Outside, the grounds are a particularly special feature. Extending to approximately 1.12 acres, the gardens provide a wonderful sense of space and privacy, with plenty of room for children to play, outdoor entertaining and enjoying the surrounding countryside. The river frontage is a real highlight, with direct access to the water and fishing rights, offering a fantastic opportunity for keen anglers and those who appreciate the tranquillity of a riverside setting. A deck overlooking the river provides the perfect place to sit back, enjoy the outlook and make the most of this unique setting throughout the seasons.
The property is approached via a private driveway, leading to a generous parking area that provides ample space for several vehicles, making it ideal for larger households and those welcoming visitors.
A further notable feature is the substantial triple garage and larage workshop/stable, offering excellent storage, workshop space or potential for a variety of alternative uses, subject to any necessary consents.
The current vendors have also previously operated the property as an Airbnb, demonstrating its potential to appeal to holidaymakers seeking a characterful Devon retreat. For buyers looking to combine home ownership with a potential supplementary income, the accommodation and setting offer an exciting opportunity to explore holiday letting, subject to any necessary permissions and requirements.
North Tawton offers a range of everyday amenities, local shops and community facilities, while the surrounding Devon countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring the wider area.
Combining five-bedroom accommodation, extensive gardens, river access, fishing rights, a riverside deck, substantial parking and a triple garage, this is a distinctive property offering an appealing blend of rural lifestyle and versatility. An internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the space, setting and potential this unique home has to offer.
North Tawton is a popular Devon market town set within the beautiful surrounding countryside, offering a good range of everyday amenities and a strong sense of community. The town centre provides a selection of local shops, cafés and services, alongside a primary school, recreational facilities and traditional pubs. With its rich history and welcoming atmosphere, North Tawton offers an appealing balance of town living and rural surroundings.
The town has a variety of independent businesses, including cafés, takeaways and a traditional blacksmith, alongside a medical practice, pharmacy and primary school with nursery. Memorial Park provides play equipment and recreational facilities, while a range of local clubs and community activities cater for all ages. North Tawton is also well placed for exploring Dartmoor National Park and the nearby towns of Okehampton and Crediton, making it an appealing location for those seeking a quieter pace of life without being too far from wider amenities.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-16
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,624 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
900 Mbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 8% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- North Tawton Community Primary School and Nursery0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 160
- Type
- Academy converter
- Spreyton School3.4 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 30
- Type
- Foundation school
- Exbourne Church of England Primary School3.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 25
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bow Community Primary School3.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 133
- Type
- Community school
- South Tawton Primary School4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 201
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Okehampton College5.5 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,066
- Type
- Academy converter
- Chulmleigh Community College9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 735
- Type
- Academy converter
- Queen Elizabeth's10 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,096
- Type
- Academy converter
- Great Torrington School15 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 863
- Type
- Academy converter
- South Molton Community College16 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 656
- Type
- Foundation school
* 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.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 3.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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