4 bedroom bungalow

An outstanding development opportunity comprising a range of modern farm buildings with prior approval for the creation of three residential dwellings (4 bed, 3 bed, 2 bed) enjoying a superb elevated rural position with superb countryside views. In all about 1.59 Acres.


This sale affords prospective purchasers an excellent opportunity to acquire a range of agricultural buildings which have recently obtained Class Q Prior Approval for conversion into three detached residential dwellings. The barns occupy an outstanding, elevated rural position enjoying superb views over the Mole Valley and the surrounding North Devon countryside. Initially approached over a shared private drive, a track leads off with a gated private entrance leading into the former farm yards and buildings. The buildings offer the potential to create a most attractive and individual residential development.
Alternatively, subject to appropriate siting and design, there may also be scope to consider a new build proposal for fewer dwellings and/or a revised/improved layout. To this extent, the current Class Q approval may be viewed by the Local Planning Authority as a ‘fallback position’ that may justify an alternative new build scheme, for which full planning permission would be required. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries of the Local Planning Authority.
The current farm buildings, as identified on the attached site plan, briefly comprise the following:-
Barn A Atcost five bay reinforced concrete framed Cubicle Shed, approx. 22.7m x 14.5m, with block walls, two scraping passages and raised beds for 76 cows. Part of this building is proposed to be removed under the current planning approval.
Barn B Adjoining the above is a four bay Covered Yard, approx. 18.3m x 8.8m, with block and profile steel clad elevation.
Barn C Steel framed four bay Cattle Shed, approx. 18.3m x 10.6m, with central feeding passage. A three bay lean-to Covered Passage, approx. 13.7m x 3.1m, adjoins this building. Barn C has Class Q approval to create a detached single storey dwelling with proposed accommodation as follows:-
Car Port leading to an Entrance Hall with a Utility Room off. Large open plan Kitchen/Dining Room with Family Area. Separate Lounge. Three Double Bedrooms, one with En-Suite Shower Room and Family Bathroom.
Barn D Steel framed former Cow Kennels, approx. 32m x 6.7m, with central scraping passage. This building has Class Q approval to create a detached single storey dwelling with proposed accommodation as follows:-
Entrance Hall with a Utility Room off. Large open plan Kitchen/Dining Room with Family Area and walk-in Pantry. Separate Lounge. Four Double Bedrooms, one with En- Suite Shower Room and Dressing Room, further Family Bathroom.
Barn E Steel framed and profile steel roofed former Youngstock Cubicle House, approx. 12.2m x 5.8m, with two banks of raised beds for 26. This building has Class Q approval to create a detached single storey dwelling with proposed accommodation as follows:-
Entrance Hall with Shower Room off. Open plan Kitchen/ Diner/Lounge. Two Double Bedrooms.
For the accommodation layouts of the above please refer to the attached proposed floor plan.
Also contained within the farmyard are two concrete panel Silage Clamps, approx. 22.3m x 13.4 and 18.2m x 13.7m, and a former weeping wall Slurry Lagoon.
Please note:- The bulk feed bin, yard gates and gates contained within the buildings are not included in the freehold sale and will be removed prior to completion.
The site occupies an excellent position enjoying superb far reaching views of the surrounding countryside. There is potential for ample turning, parking and garden space.
In total, the Barns at Oakwell Farm extend to about 1.59 Acres, as shown shaded pink on the attached identification plan, and are offered for sale as a whole.

The property occupies an outstanding elevated rural position in gently undulating countryside overlooking the valley of the River Mole, situated equi-distant between the sought after villages of Kings Nympton and George Nympton. The position of the property is a particularly attractive feature, enjoying panoramic views over the predominantly wooded Mole Valley and countryside beyond.
The villages of Kings Nympton and George Nympton each provide a popular public house, a village hall and parish church, with a well regarded primary school and pre-school at the former. The nearby High Bullen Country House Hotel offers an 18 hole golf course, swimming pool, gym and excellent leisure facilities. The market town of South Molton is within easy driving distance providing a thriving local community with a good range of everyday services including shops, banks, recreational facilities, primary and secondary schooling. From South Molton the A361 North Devon Link Road provides quick and easy access to the regional centre of Barnstaple to the north west, Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27) to the south east. There are rail stations on the Barnstaple to Exeter (Tarka) line at Portsmouth Arms and Kings Nympton Station, whilst mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway. The A377 provides a link to the cathedral city and county town of Exeter, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
The property is well situated to take advantage of the many country and woodland walks in the area, together with a wealth of other recreational activities including horse riding, cycling, fishing on the rivers Mole and Taw, hunting, shooting and further golf courses at High Bickington and Barnstaple. To the north east the Exmoor National Park offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths, whilst the spectacular North Devon coast with its pretty villages and popular sandy beaches of Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe is only about 45 minutes’ drive away.