A substantial detached former Victorian farmhouse now offering tastefully modernised, generous and well presented accommodation, including 6 bedrooms, gardens & courtyard, on an elevated site with fantastic views across a wide expanse of the Taw Valley below, in timeless & tranquil rural surroundings.

Situation & Amenities - A particular 'Wow' factor are the stunning panoramic views into the Taw Valley below. Otherwise, the property enjoys a timeless and tranquil position in a small hamlet on the rural outskirts of Yarnscombe, known for its friendly community and village hall, offering a range of social and sporting opportunities for all ages, as well as a church and mobile library. There are plenty of nearby walks to enjoy over the surrounding North Devon countryside and the property is situated within easy driving distance of the coast at Instow which is around 11 miles away. Great Torrington is just over five miles away, offering a range of leisure pursuits, and amenities including supermarkets, schooling for all ages, pannier market and the renowned Plough Arts Centre, which offers entertainments to suit all ages and tastes. On the outskirts of the town is RHS Rosemoor. The larger towns of Bideford (9.5 miles) and Barnstaple (8 miles) provide more extensive retail facilities, leisure and transport opportunities. At Barnstaple there is access to the A361 North Devon Link Road, which runs on, in around 45 minutes, to Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway and Tiverton Parkway, providing fast services of trains to London Paddington in just over two hours. Alternatively, at Umberleigh (around 4.4 miles) there is a rail link on the Barnstaple to Exeter line. North Devon's surfing beaches, Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks are all within a reasonable commute. The nearest international airports are at Bristol or Exeter. There are private schools in Bideford & West Buckland.

Directions - On the outskirts of Barnstaple, at the Bishops Tawton roundabout take the A377 through Bishops Tawton, continue through the village. Pass over the river and continue to Chapelton, here turn right signed Yarnscombe. Follow the road and the signs to Yarnscombe for around 2 miles and the property will be found set above the lane on the left-hand side, before the village itself.


Services - Mains, electricity and water, oil fired central heating. Private septic tank drainage.

Description - Ley Farm, originally dates from 1888 and formed part of the Rolle Estate. The property presents elevations of stone and brick with double glazed windows beneath a slate roof. A sympathetic 'in-keeping' extension was added in 2012 when the property was remodelled and improved generally, including re-roofing. The accommodation, which is largely arranged over two storeys, is bright, spacious, tastefully modernised, versatile, well presented and boasts generous ceiling heights. There is a single storey attached range (which forms a courtyard with the rear of the house) of workshop, store room and office/playroom/studio.

Ground Floor - PORCH with ? glazed front door to ENTRANCE HALL with cupboard under stairs, oak flooring. SITTING ROOM period fireplace with exposed arched brickwork above, exposed stone, bread oven, fitted wood burner, brick arched recesses flanking either side, picture window allowing views over open countryside, oak flooring. SECOND RECEPTION ROOM (possible separate dining room) also with picture window enjoying the same view, ornamental fireplace with exposed brick and stone chimney breast, oak flooring. STUDY with oak flooring. KITCHEN/DINING ROOM a splendid double aspect room arranged in two distinct zones. There is a white and black theme in the kitchen, incorporating an extensive range of quartz work surfaces with drawers and cupboards beneath, matching central island with drawers and cupboards beneath. Integrated appliance include a dishwasher. There is a four-ring induction hob, stainless steel extractor hood, pair of electric ovens, separate microwave, space for upright fridge/freezer and ample room for a substantial dining table and chairs. There is high quality oak effect flooring throughout the room. A pair of sliding half glazed doors lead to the REAR HALL with slate flooring, half glazed stable doors to both courtyard and driveway. CLOAKROOM low level WC, pedestal wash basin. BOILER/UTILITY ROOM single drainer stainless steel sink with cupboard and drawers beneath, double coat/meter cupboard, Grant oil fired boiler for central heating and domestic hot water, overhead clothes airer, door to courtyard, wood effect flooring running through to the LAUNDRY ROOM with stainless steel sink, unit with cupboard under, work surface with space and plumbing for both washing machine and tumble dryer, second overheard clothes airer.

First Floor - LANDING with linen cupboard, trap to loft space. BEDROOM 1 a fine double aspect room with dressing room, range of fitted wardrobes, two of which are mirror fronted. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder. EN-SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM panelled bath, tile surround, tiled cubicle, pedestal wash basin, low level WC, heated towel rail/radiator, mirrored side window panels. BEDROOM 2 double aspect. BEDROOM 3 range of fitted wardrobes. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM tiled cubicle, low level WC, hand wash basin, heated towel rail, extractor fan, wall mirror, travertine tiled flooring. BEDROOM 4 original ornamental fireplace, pair of fitted wardrobes. BEDROOM 5. BEDROOM 6 original ornamental fireplace. FAMILY BATHROOM/SHOWER ROOM panelled bath, tile surround, tiled cubicle, pedestal wash basin, low level WC, mirror fronted medicine cabinet, heated towel rail, Heat Store fan heater.

Outside & Outbuildings - The SINGLE STOREY RANGE incorporates WORKSHOP with vaulted ceiling, original fireplace, power and light are connected, concrete floor. Corner storeroom with door to outside PLAYROOM/OFFICE/LEISURE ROOM/STUDIO double aspect views, oak effect flooring, electric panel radiators, stable door to courtyard, vaulted ceiling, exposed A frames.

From the lane there is a five-bar gate access and extensive driveway providing parking and turning space. Off the drive there is an enclosed KITCHEN GARDEN and separate access gates to two paddocks. A substantial SHELTERED TERRACE overlooks the SIDE GARDEN which is dog proof wall and fence enclosed, there is a pedestrian gate to the lane as well as back to the drive. There are well stocked borders, an area of lawn and connecting gate to FRONT WALLED GARDEN also with pedestrian access back onto the lane. At the top of the drive there is an attached fuel store and oil tank.

Lettings - The property is available to let, unfurnished, long term on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for 6 / 12 months plus and is available mid-August. RENT: £2,100.00 PCM exclusive of all other charges. Pets considered by negotiation. No sharers or smokers. DEPOSIT: £2,423.00 returnable at end of tenancy subject to any deductions (all deposits for a property let through Stags are held on their Client Account and administered in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme and Dispute Service). A minimum annual gross household income of £63,000.00 is required to be considered. References required, viewings strictly through the agents.

Tenant Fees & Holding Deposit - This is to reserve a property. The Holding Deposit (equivalent of one weeks rent - in this case £484.00) will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to Rent check, provide materially significant false information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). For full details of all permitted Tenant Fees payable when renting a property through Stags please refer to the Scale of Tenant Fees available on Stags website, office or on request. For further clarification before arranging a viewing please contact the lettings office dealing with the property.

Tenant Protection - Stags is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme and also a member of The Property Redress Scheme. In addition, Stags is a member of ARLA Propertymark, RICS and Tenancy Deposit Scheme.