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4 bed
0 bath

Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • 4 6 bedrooms
  • 3 4 reception rooms
  • 3 4 bathrooms
  • 44.83 acres
  • Outbuildings
  • Period
  • Detached
  • Equestrian
  • Garden
  • Parking
Lot 1: Fair Oak Farm
Fair Oak Farm is the most delightful rural property that offers an idyllic way of life. The property consists of a four to five bedroom farmhouse with a charming garden, a variety of barns and outbuildings surrounding the house including a barn that is linked to the house, a party barn, a two story barn opposite the house and a stable block. The land extends to about 50 acres that includes about 25 acres of pasture and 25 acres of woodland.
The private driveway leaves the quiet rural lane and there is a turning circle in front of the pole barn and a courtyard and lawn in front of the house. The front door to the farmhouse leads into a staircase hallway with a slate floor. Off this is the sitting room or study that has a wood burner and a slate floor with French doors leading out to the front lawn. Steps lead up to the living room/party room/games/cinema room. It has a bar. Stairs lead up to a mezzanine above which is currently used as a fifth bedroom. A door leads out to the front lawn and also a door leads out to the rear garden and covered terrace that has decking and a gazebo. To the other side of the hall is the kitchen that leads through to the dining room where there is an oil-fired, two door Aga. A door leads out the rear garden and lower terrace.
Off the kitchen/dining room is a TV room or snug that has a cosy feel. Beyond is a secondary kitchen or pantry that leads through to a utility room, off which is a downstairs shower room. Beyond is a boot room with a back door and a door that leads into an old cowshed that is currently used as a workshop and has a dark room. Steps lead up to a mezzanine storage area above. The outside door leads into a small herb garden that is perfect for enjoying the morning sun. Stairs lead up to the first floor landing and corridor off which are four bedrooms, a family bathroom and a family shower room. The family shower room could also be used as an en suite shower room with one of the bedrooms. At least two of the bedrooms have stunning, south-facing views out across the countryside to Dartmoor in the distance.

Outbuildings
Outside and opposite the house is a lovely two story barn that was once a cow shed and is currently used for storage and has a WC and water. Adjoining the house is a barn and opposite this is a party barn.
Behind the house is an above ground swimming pool. Beside this is a summer house that has electric power and decking in front. Beyond is a stable block with six loose boxes, hard standing and separate access off the lane. There is a BT mast on the land that generates an income. In addition are some poly tunnels, a vegetable patch, ponds and an outdoor arena.

The Land
The grazing land extends to about 25 acres and has been farmed organically for about 30 years, although it is not certified organic. The woodland also extends to about 25 acres and just beyond the property's boundary is the River Taw.

Lot 2: Fair View
(available by separate negotiation)
Fair View is a two bedroom bungalow that has its own gardens, grounds and stables and enjoys quite outstanding and far-reaching views across to Dartmoor. The property has its own separate access off the lane and its own private parking.
The front door leads into a living room that has a wood burner and enjoys fabulous views. The bedroom beside it also has stunning views and there is an office (or a second bedroom) at the rear. Also to the rear are a family shower room and a kitchen (with electric hobs and an electric oven). The bungalow has disabled access. There is a conservatory that leads out to the garden.
The property has a cottage garden. Beside the house are stables with two loose boxes, a tack room and a hay barn. There is also a detached studio shed that is currently used as a craft room and has a Swedish hot tub beside it. The bungalow was originally a Woolaway Bungalow and has been upgraded subsequently.


Mid Devon
The property is situated midway between the villages of Umberleigh and Chittlehamholt, within the beautiful and unspoilt countryside of the Taw Valley. With Exmoor and the North Devon coastline to the north and Dartmoor to the south, the property is well located to take advantage of all that this area of Devon has to offer.

Shopping: Umberleigh and Chittlehamholt have a store and public house, with Chittlehamholt also benefitting from a post office. More extensive range of shopping facilities can be found in the busy market towns of South Molton or Barnstaple.

Schools: There is a primary school in Umberleigh and secondary schools in nearby South Molton or Barnstaple. Excellent private schools can be found at West Buckland or Blundells at Tiverton.
Outdoor activities: There are many foot and bridle paths in the area. The 'Tarka Trail' runs between Meeth and Braunton, offering over 30 miles of trails along North Devon's old railways. The nearby North Devon Coastline has many fantastic beaches. There is a highly regarded golf course about ¼ mile away at Highbullen Golf and Country Club.

Entertainment: Barnstaple has a theatre and cinema, whilst the Cathedral city of Exeter has a full range of shopping and cultural facilities.

Fishing: The rivers Taw and Mole are regarded as some of the best in the West Country, regularly producing salmon, and sea trout. Sea bass can often be found in the Taw and Torridge Estuary.

Travel: The North Devon Link Road at South Molton provides access to the M5 motorway network at Tiverton. The 'Tarka' line runs between Barnstaple and Exeter, where there are direct services to London Paddington. There is also a train station in Umberleigh.

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