Property description
This BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED and IMPOSING 'MANOR HOUSE STYLE' FARMHOUSE is believed to originally date back to the 13th Century with a substantial GEORGIAN EXTENSION being added in the early 1800's adding an impressive FACADE. Much of the original charm and character has been retained. The large rooms and light and airy accommodation will appeal to those seeking a family home of distinction. Set in approximately 2 acres of formal gardens and orchards the ground have been well situated and maintained by the current owners with well stocked flower and shrub beds, a 'secret garden', productive vegetable plot and various outbuildings including a detached cobb built WC in the garden. Enjoying a peaceful location overlooking the Okement Valley with commanding views of the surrounding rolling Devon hills and countryside. The property is just a short drive from the village of Iddesleigh and the small traditional market town of Hatherleigh which dates back to the Anglo-Saxon times. The North Coast, Okehampton and Exeter are all easily accessible by car. There are a variety of Inns and Restaurants within a relatively close proximity as well as a range of traditional amenities in Hatherleigh.
THE PROPERTY:
The house has retained many of its original features and charm and offers well balanced, light and airy accommodation with the front of the property and gardens having a southerly aspect. The property itself is set down a long unmade track, which is shared by the handful of neighbouring properties, although off this it has its own private driveway, which leads down past the side of the house to a spacious gravelled parking and turning area, with open fronted double garage/car port. The property has been lovingly restored over many years by the current owners.
OPEN STORM PORCH:
Solid timber front door with glazed top screen to:
ENTRANCE HALL: - 8' 11'' x 15' 8\" (2.72m x 4.77m)
An Impressive turning staircase to first floor. Radiator. Exposed floorboards. Oak banister rail. Understairs storage cupboard.
SITTING ROOM: - 17' 1'' x 15' 7\" (5.20m x 4.75m)
With shuttered window to front (south facing) enjoying open views over the gardens, orchards and surrounding countryside. Radiator. Open fireplace with tiled surround and marble outer surround with over mantel.
DINING ROOM: - 16' 9'' x 15' 7 (5.10m x 4.75m)
Large open stone fireplace with built-in cupboard to one side. Picture rail. Two radiators. Exposed floorboards. Shuttered window to front (south facing) enjoying commanding views over the gardens and surrounding countryside.
DRAWING ROOM: - 19' 11'' x 15' 11\" (6.07m x 4.85m)
Two radiators. Window to side. Large built-in store cupboard. Ornate fireplace with inset wood-burning stove and bread oven. Door and glazed top screen to rear servants hall and further door to:
REAR HALL:
Slate flagstone flooring. Door to rear yard. Radiator. Door to:
STUDY: - 8' 7'' x 7' 8\" (2.61m x 2.34m)
Radiator. Window to side.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: - 14' 3'' x 17' 1\" (4.34m x 5.20m)
Tiled flooring. A comprehensive range of timber worktop surfaces with matching base units under. A pleasant dual aspect room with two windows to rear and further window to side. Exposed beams. Large inglenook fireplace with large inset oil fired Rayburn with back boiler facility, suitable for hot water and radiator. Space for electric cooker. Space for fridge/freezer. Belfast sink.
UTILITY ROOM: - 8' 5'' x 9' 11\" (2.56m x 3.02m)
Tiled flooring. Window to side. Butler sink. Worktop surfaces. Plumbing for automatic washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Radiator.
BOILER ROOM/WC: - 5' 10'' x 5' 8\" (1.78m x 1.73m)
Camray oil fired central heating boiler serving hot water and radiators.
REAR SERVANTS HALLWAY:
Further door to entrance hallway. Door to study and staircase to secondary first floor landing. Further doors to cellar and to:
DAIRY/PANTRY STORE: - 14' 8'' x 8' 2\" (4.47m x 2.49m)
Window to side and rear. Ceiling mounted meat hooks. Meat safe. Shuttered window.
FIRST FLOOR: - 12' 2'' x 15' 2 (3.71m x 4.62m)
An impressive galleried landing. Window to front enjoying extensive views over the surrounding countryside.
BEDROOM 1: - 17' 3'' x 15' 8\" (5.25m x 4.77m)
Radiator. Window to front enjoying commanding open views. Exposed floorboards. Period open fire grate. Door to:
EN-SUITE: - 9' 6'' x 8' 9\" (2.89m x 2.66m)
Panelled bath with mixer taps. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level wc. Radiator. Part tiled walls. Exposed floorboards.
BEDROOM 2: - 13' 5'' x 15' 10\" (4.09m x 4.82m)
Exposed floorboards. Radiator. Window to front enjoying commanding views over countryside.
BOX ROOM: - 7' 3'' x 8' 2\" (2.21m x 2.49m)
BEDROOM 3: - 13' 9'' x 9' 3\" (4.19m x 2.82m)
Radiator. Window to side with pleasant open rural views. Built-in wardrobe.
BEDROOM 4: - 10' 5'' x 13' 8\" (3.17m x 4.16m)
Radiator. Window to side enjoying open views. Range of built-in wardrobes.
BEDROOM 5: - 14' 0'' x 14' 2\" (4.26m x 4.31m)
Built-in double wardrobe. Radiator. Window to side enjoying open views.
BATHROOM: - 11' 10'' x 7' 10\" (3.60m x 2.39m) extending to 11'1\" max (3.38m)
Double airing cupboard. Corner bath. Low level wc. Pedestal wash hand basin. Half tiled walls. Radiator. Two drawers under window seat.
BEDROOM 6: - 13' 0'' x 8' 1\" (3.96m x 2.46m)
Window to side. Radiator.
2ND BATHROOM:
Window to rear. Half timber panelled walls. Light/shaver point. Extractor fan. Low level wc. Pine panelled bath. Pedestal wash hand basin. Radiator.
CELLAR/CIDER STORE: - 18' 11'' x 26' 6\" (5.76m x 8.07m)
Cobbled floor. Open barred windows. Old traditional pedestrian door with former barrel racks. Vented door leading to:
POTATO STORE: - 7' 3'' x 7' 5\" (2.21m x 2.26m)
OUTSIDE:
As afore mentioned the property is approached down a long private lane and further private driveway leading to the main parking and turning area which is gravelled, and giving access to a detached double:
CARPORT/GARAGE: - 15' 7'' x 18' 0\" (4.75m x 5.48m)
Currently open fronted. Window to rear.
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There is a fully enclosed courtyard garden directly to the rear of the property with a high stone wall with crenellation and lean-to open fronted linhay store and range of useful sheds, this is an ideal safe enclosure for children and pets as well as storage or clothes drying as it catches the morning sun and could be utilised as a pleasant sheltered area for enjoying an early morning cup of coffee. To the lower side of the property is a large gravelled area suitable for parking additional cars or a trailer/caravan.
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The main body of gardens currently lie to the front being of a southerly aspect. The gardens have been extensively landscaped over recent years with extensive areas of lawn, well planted with flower, shrub beds and borders. Gated entrance to a secret garden which provides a delightful private sanctum within the gardens. Beyond which is the well established former cider orchard with pond. Within the main gardens at the far end is a small but intriguing cob building with his and hers timber seat and bucket, former WC, which is a delightful and charming feature.
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The gardens are surrounded by fields and open countryside and one is able to enjoy the benefits of rural country living without feeling isolated.
SERVICES:
Mains electricity, water and private drainage. Telephone and broadband are connected.
LOCAL AUTHORITY:
West Devon Borough Council.
Property Features :
- Impressive Detached House
- Three Reception Rooms
- Farmhouse Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Six Bedrooms & Three Bathrooms
- Study
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