Property description

No Chain! A beautifully renovated detached ‘Devon Longhouse’ in a lovely rural position and being sold with 1 acre of gardens and paddock, plus ample parking and garage/workshop. This wonderful detached Devon Longhouse has been tastefully restored by the current owner and now offers lovely rural living in a beautiful recently thatched cottage and situated at the end of a private concreted driveway giving it seclusion and privacy. Hollocombe is a small village, however Winkleigh and Eggesford train station are situated just 8 minutes’ drive* away.

The spacious 5 bedroom accommodation enjoys a lovely outlook and views from nearly all double glazed windows, with the property facing south and looking out over its own lawned garden and field beyond. There is a white suite family bathroom on the first floor, with ‘Jack and Jill’ doors to the hallway and one of the double bedrooms. If 5 bedrooms aren’t needed, then there is scope for an En-Suite or a further bath/shower room being created if desired (subject to permissions).

The ground floor is particularly impressive with a beautiful living room including a feature fireplace with wood-burner, a superb dining room and a kitchen breakfast room with pantry. There is also a brand new fitted wet room and further downstairs shower room, plus a handy boot room and utility. The vendor has also installed Oak doors and modern electric radiators throughout the cottage.

Outside, the South facing garden is a real feature. It is level and largely lawned and takes in some wonderful views, especially those towards Eggesford Forest. The field that comes with the property wraps around the garden and has a stock proof fence and access gates at both ends. There is a garage/workshop and ample parking for numerous vehicles and space for a boat/caravan to either end of the house.

• According to Google maps

WEMBWORTHY is a charming village with a church, village hall and is surrounded by some of Devon's loveliest countryside.  Whilst excellent facilities for riding, fishing and other country pursuits are all on hand, the Cathedral City of Exeter is only approximately 23 miles.  Local towns are readily accessible, the town of Crediton being approximately 14 miles and the town of Barnstaple being approximately 20 miles. 

WINKLEIGH, is a large Mid-Devon village with many period cottages. In September 2011, the village topped a national report as the best place in England and Wales to bring up children. The report looked at 60 factors grouped into five categories – education, safety, property, population and amenities and Winkleigh came out as number one. It has an attractive village square with shops including a butchers, post office and inns. There is a primary school, sports facilities, a village hall and an ancient church. The village lies in a quiet location just off the Crediton / Torrington road with the A30 trunk road at Whiddon Down reached via the newly developed North Tawton road which gives access to Exeter and the M5.

DIRECTIONS:  From the A377 junction at Eggesford, turn and proceed across the railway tracks, taking the next right signed towards Wembworthy. Proceed into the village and just before leaving, turn right on the sharp right hand bend. Proceed along this road until the 4 cross way, go straight across (with care) towards Hollocombe, Smythen Farmhouse’s long concrete driveway will be found on your left before reaching Hollocombe. (EX18 7QD in your Sat-Nav takes you to the end of the driveway)

Property Features :

• Gorgeous renovated detached farmhouse
• 5 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms
• 1 acre of gardens and paddock
• A wonderful rural position with views
• Grade II listed with new thatch in recent years

Property Info:

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