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Stibb Cross, Stibb Cross, Torrington, EX38

Land size
2 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Approximatley 2 acres
  • Large agricultural shed
  • No chain
  • Barn conversion
  • Three bedrooms
  • Rural location yet easy reach to local beaches
  • Private driveway

Description

Presented for sale is this attractive three-bedroom detached barn conversion, which has had planning permission granted to extend further and sits in approximately 2 acres of total plot. In addition to the main residence, the property also benefits from a useful outbuilding measuring approximately 13.79 by 9.48 metres, offering excellent potential for a variety of uses.

Chapmans Barn is a beautifully presented detached home set in the peaceful rural surroundings of Stibb Cross, North Devon. Offering the perfect blend of character, comfort, and future potential, this spacious three-bedroom property sits on approximately two acres of land, making it ideal for families, hobby farmers, or those seeking a countryside retreat. Inside, the home boasts generous accommodation including a bright open-plan living and dining space, a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room, and a master bedroom with en-suite facilities. The layout is both functional and inviting, ideal for modern family living or entertaining guests.

A standout feature of Chapmans Barn is its significant potential for expansion. Planning permission was granted in July 2022 to extend the current property, allowing buyers to create their ideal "forever home" without starting from scratch. In addition, the sale includes a substantial detached barn measuring approximately 13.79 by 9.48 metres. This versatile structure offers exciting possibilities for conversion into guest accommodation, a home office, gym, workshop, or even a holiday let—subject to the necessary permissions.

The property’s grounds are equally impressive, with formal gardens, a well-maintained paddock. Whether you envision keeping animals, starting a smallholding, or simply enjoying the open space, this setting provides both beauty and flexibility.

Combining rural charm with modern potential, Chapmans Barn presents a rare opportunity to secure a flexible, spacious home in one of Devon’s most attractive settings. Whether you're looking to move in and enjoy the space right away or invest in its long-term potential, this property offers something truly special.

The popular village of Stibb Cross caters well for its inhabitants with a local pub and easy transport links to the nearby towns of Bideford, Torrington and Holsworthy. The market town of Great Torrington is approximately 5 miles away, offering a range of shops, amenities and schooling. The small village of Milton Damerel is about 3 miles distant and benefits from a fuel station and farm shop for everyday essentials.

The home is located some 4 miles from Shebbear College. The port and market town of Bideford is approximately 9 miles away, with the market town of Holsworthy around 10 miles distant, where there is a Waitrose supermarket.

Beyond Bideford lies the regional centre of Barnstaple, from where the A361 North Devon Link Road provides access to Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27). Mainline intercity rail links are available at Exeter and Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,718 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£287,500 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £197,881 / acre
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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
57 D
86 B

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

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

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

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.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    65
    Type
    Community school
  • Buckland Brewer Primary School3.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    49
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Shebbear Community School3.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    54
    Type
    Community school
  • Monkleigh Primary School4.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    137
    Type
    Community school
  • Parkham Primary School4.4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    55
    Type
    Foundation school

Secondary

  • Great Torrington School5.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    863
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Atlantic Academy6.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    242
    Type
    Free schools
  • Bideford College7.1 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,455
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Holsworthy Community College8.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    551
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Braunton Academy14 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    828
    Type
    Academy converter

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

Lidl Great Torrington, Great Torrington4.8 miles
Co-op Torrington, Great Torrington5 miles
Morrisons Daily Great Torrington, Great Torrington5.2 miles

GP surgery

Castle Gardens Surgery5.2 miles

Pharmacy

Allied Pharmacy Torrington5 miles

Hospital

Torrington Hospital5.4 miles

Green space

Play Space657 metres

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station12 miles

Nearest bus stop

Stibb Cross389 metres

Typical drive times

Northam21 min · 11 miles
Bideford15 min · 8.9 miles
Holsworthy16 min · 10 miles
Exeter (city)1 hr 9 min · 48 miles
Great Torrington12 min · 5.7 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.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

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

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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