House For Sale £795,000
Barnacott offers a home of ultra-contemporary designer luxury, where you can enjoy Devon country life with its breathtaking, far reaching views whilst remaining economically cosy and warm with its modern Air Source Heating whatever the weather. There are spectacular living and working spaces, offering the best of modern living, all on the edge of a highly sought after West Devon village. Barnacott is an exquisite 5 bedroom barn conversion which truly meets modern needs, such as working from home and/or family life and entertaining. Its exceptionally impressive double sliding bi-fold oak doors invite the outside inside, vaulted ceilings and an exciting light and spacious day room provides a modern high-spec Kitchen, as well as room for entertaining, relaxing, and dining. The residence has been sympathetically converted to blend in with its natural surroundings and offers 5 bedrooms (3 en-suite). Barnacott occupies land of approximately 1 acre consisting of landscaped formal gardens, extensive off road parking, an a 3 bay oak framed garage all accessed via twin electrically operated oak entrance gates. Viewing is a must to fully appreciate this fantastic property. EPC=CThis superb accommodation briefly comprises: Sitting Room, Day Room incorporating Kitchen, Utility Room, Plant Room, Cloakroom, Ground Floor Bedroom 3 with En-Suite, Stunning Galleried First Floor Landing, Master Bedroom with En-Suite and Dressing Area, 3 Further Bedrooms (1 En-Suite), Study/Bedroom 6, and Family Bathroom.
Barnacott occupies a most stunning location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Sheepwash is widely considered by many to be the quintessential Devon village. There is a well stocked Post Office/General Stores, and the highly acclaimed Half Moon Inn offers excellent hospitality/dining along with some of the finest game fishing available on the River Torridge. The ancient village Church is located just off the pretty square. Neighbouring villages include Black Torrington, Highampton, and Shebbear with its well known public school of Shebbear College. A wider range of shopping/schooling and recreational facilities are available from the market towns of Great Torrington, Hatherleigh and Holsworthy, whilst for those wishing to travel further afield, Okehampton and the A30 is about 10 miles distant.
The Accommodation Comprises (All Measurements Are Approximate):-
An impressive large oak front entrance door with glazed windows to either side leading to:
Sitting Room (30' 10" x 19' 3")
A most impressive and breathtaking room with full height vaulted ceiling. Open staircase with glass and oak balustrade rising to the First Floor Galleried Landing. French glazed doors opening out on to the rear paved terrace. Window to front. Stone feature fireplace housing an inset Bio-Ethanol fire supplying upto 6kW of heat. Slate tiled floor.
Ground Floor Bedroom 3 (14' 9" x 9' 6")
Comfortable double bedroom with French glazed doors opening out onto the rear terrace.
En-Suite
A well presented fitted suite comprising enclosed tiled "rain" shower cubicle with separate hand-held shower. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin. Close coupled WC. Heated towel rail.
Cloakroom
Close coupled WC. Vanity unit housing wash hand basin.
Day Room Incorporating Kitchen (30' 9" x 18' 6")
A spectacular light and airy room with a superb "Second Nature" fitted kitchen including extensive range of high-gloss base units. Silestone with "marble effect" worksurfaces, and incorporating an inset 1 1/2 bowl sink unit with mixer taps, and tap with instant boiling water. Large kitchen island unit providing extensive and well thought out storage, with counter-top induction hob with extractor system over, and 2 retractable power sockets. Built-in high-level steam oven and combi microwave with warming drawer, and dishwasher. Integrated fridge/freezer. Space for "American style" fridge/freezer. Ample area for dining, and chairs for relaxing making this a versatile Living/Day Room complemented by 2 sets of bi-fold doors which open up the entire corner, bringing the outside inside, plus French glazed doors opening out on the rear terrace. 3 further double aspect windows This Day Room is accessed via a fully glazed walkway with oak frame, flooding the Ground Floor with (truncated)
Utility Room (10' 2" x 5' 8")
Matching range of base and wall units incorporating a stainless steel sink/drainer unit with mixer taps. Glazed door to rear. Recess and plumbing for washing machine, and tumble dryer.
Galleried First Floor Landing
LED automatically timed lighting, and full height vaulted ceilings. Accessed via a modern staircase from the sitting room.
Master Suite
Comprising: Bedroom 19'1" x 10' A light and airy double aspect room with full height windows to side and rear enjoying superb views over the rolling West Devon countryside in the East, and towards Dartmoor in the South. Exposed "A"-frame roof timbers and a vaulted ceiling.
Door to: En-suite bathroom 8'1" x 7'9" Vaulted ceiling and roof timbers with window to rear. Fitted modern suite comprising a double-ended standalone bath with standpipe central mixer taps, with pull-out shower attachment. Vanity unit housing a concealed cistern WC and a wash hand basin with cabinets over. Walk-in double "rain" shower cubicle. Heated towel rail.
Dressing rooms Presently used as "his & hers" dressing rooms, both with vaulted ceilings and roof timbers.
Bedroom 2 (13' 4" x 9' 7")
A generous sized double bedroom with window to rear enjoying beautiful views over the surrounding countryside.
Dual en-suite and dressing area Skylight window to front. Walk-in shower cubicle. Vanity unit housing a wash hand basin. Close coupled WC. Fitted shelving for clothes, and pull-down rail. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 4 (12' 1" x 10' 4")
Currently used as a snug, but equally suiting as a generous sized double bedroom with French glazed doors opening out onto a "Juliet" Balcony enjoying lovely views. Vaulted ceiling and roof timbers with window to side.
Bedroom 5 (14' 2" x 10' 4")
A spacious double bedroom, currently used as a large office with window to front. A pull down ladder leads to a large floored loft with power and lighting.
Dressing Room (7' 9" x 6' 9")
Window to side.
Family Bathroom (17' 6" x 5' 8")
A fantastic fitted suite comprising a double-ended, modern roll-top bath with standpipe central mixer taps, and pull-out shower attachment. Vanity unit housing "his & hers" wash hand basins, and concealed cistern WC with touch sensitive mirrors above having built-in light and de-mist functions. Built-in airing cupboard with slatted shelving. Heated towel rail. Large enclosed shower cubicle with mains fed shower connected with "rain water" head. Twin "Velux" skylights to rear. Vaulted ceiling with inset LED lighting. Window to front.
Outside
The property is approached via twin electric oak gates giving access to the entrance driveway which provides extensive off road parking. There is a further vehicle entrance at the bottom of the garden via a second set of twin 5 bar entrance gates. A gravelled laid area leads up the side of the garden with 2 useful timber garden sheds.
3 Bay Garage (28' 0" x 15' 0")
Garage bay with twin timber doors. 2 further "wain style" bays All with pitched slate tiled roof. Electricity and lighting connected.
The front garden is principally laid to lawn with newly planted trees. Paved pathways lead to the rear gardens and a substantial paved slate terraced area adjoining the property, providing an ideal spot for alfresco dining and enjoying views over the superb landscaped gardens and countryside beyond. The gardens extend to approximately 1 acre and include level lawn areas dissected by meandering pathways, with a central pathway leading through a circular arbour, all with mature and well thought out planting and borders. Immediately to the rear of the property is a terraced area with a large ornamental pond, and a further private seating area. At the end of rear of the garden is a large landscaped man-made ornamental lake with gravelled pathways leading around the outside. 3 further outside electric powerpoints, and 2 outside water taps.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Barnacott is proud to boast its Eco-features wherever possible and is therefore heated by an economical Air Source heating system powering underfloor heating throughout. To minimise thermal losses, thicker continuous thermal insulation has been used in the outer walls, roofs, windows, doors, and flooring to retain heat and use less energy. The private drainage for the property is fitted with a Sewerage Treatment System which emits clear water into the environment.
Council Band
Band 'E' (please note this council band may be subject to reassessment).
EPC Rating
Rating C.
Directions
From Holsworthy, proceed on the A3072 Hatherleigh road for just under 9 miles and upon reaching Highampton, turn left signed Sheepwash. Follow this road for just over 1 mile and upon reaching the village, proceed through the village with the Half Moon Inn on your right hand side. Proceed along North Street for some 1 mile, turning left on a sharp left hand bend, and follow this road for approximately 0.7 miles where the property will be found on the left hand side with the barnacott name plaque clearly displayed.
Barnacott occupies a most stunning location on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Sheepwash is widely considered by many to be the quintessential Devon village. There is a well stocked Post Office/General Stores, and the highly acclaimed Half Moon Inn offers excellent hospitality/dining along with some of the finest game fishing available on the River Torridge. The ancient village Church is located just off the pretty square. Neighbouring villages include Black Torrington, Highampton, and Shebbear with its well known public school of Shebbear College. A wider range of shopping/schooling and recreational facilities are available from the market towns of Great Torrington, Hatherleigh and Holsworthy, whilst for those wishing to travel further afield, Okehampton and the A30 is about 10 miles distant.
The Accommodation Comprises (All Measurements Are Approximate):-
An impressive large oak front entrance door with glazed windows to either side leading to:
Sitting Room (30' 10" x 19' 3")
A most impressive and breathtaking room with full height vaulted ceiling. Open staircase with glass and oak balustrade rising to the First Floor Galleried Landing. French glazed doors opening out on to the rear paved terrace. Window to front. Stone feature fireplace housing an inset Bio-Ethanol fire supplying upto 6kW of heat. Slate tiled floor.
Ground Floor Bedroom 3 (14' 9" x 9' 6")
Comfortable double bedroom with French glazed doors opening out onto the rear terrace.
En-Suite
A well presented fitted suite comprising enclosed tiled "rain" shower cubicle with separate hand-held shower. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin. Close coupled WC. Heated towel rail.
Cloakroom
Close coupled WC. Vanity unit housing wash hand basin.
Day Room Incorporating Kitchen (30' 9" x 18' 6")
A spectacular light and airy room with a superb "Second Nature" fitted kitchen including extensive range of high-gloss base units. Silestone with "marble effect" worksurfaces, and incorporating an inset 1 1/2 bowl sink unit with mixer taps, and tap with instant boiling water. Large kitchen island unit providing extensive and well thought out storage, with counter-top induction hob with extractor system over, and 2 retractable power sockets. Built-in high-level steam oven and combi microwave with warming drawer, and dishwasher. Integrated fridge/freezer. Space for "American style" fridge/freezer. Ample area for dining, and chairs for relaxing making this a versatile Living/Day Room complemented by 2 sets of bi-fold doors which open up the entire corner, bringing the outside inside, plus French glazed doors opening out on the rear terrace. 3 further double aspect windows This Day Room is accessed via a fully glazed walkway with oak frame, flooding the Ground Floor with (truncated)
Utility Room (10' 2" x 5' 8")
Matching range of base and wall units incorporating a stainless steel sink/drainer unit with mixer taps. Glazed door to rear. Recess and plumbing for washing machine, and tumble dryer.
Galleried First Floor Landing
LED automatically timed lighting, and full height vaulted ceilings. Accessed via a modern staircase from the sitting room.
Master Suite
Comprising: Bedroom 19'1" x 10' A light and airy double aspect room with full height windows to side and rear enjoying superb views over the rolling West Devon countryside in the East, and towards Dartmoor in the South. Exposed "A"-frame roof timbers and a vaulted ceiling.
Door to: En-suite bathroom 8'1" x 7'9" Vaulted ceiling and roof timbers with window to rear. Fitted modern suite comprising a double-ended standalone bath with standpipe central mixer taps, with pull-out shower attachment. Vanity unit housing a concealed cistern WC and a wash hand basin with cabinets over. Walk-in double "rain" shower cubicle. Heated towel rail.
Dressing rooms Presently used as "his & hers" dressing rooms, both with vaulted ceilings and roof timbers.
Bedroom 2 (13' 4" x 9' 7")
A generous sized double bedroom with window to rear enjoying beautiful views over the surrounding countryside.
Dual en-suite and dressing area Skylight window to front. Walk-in shower cubicle. Vanity unit housing a wash hand basin. Close coupled WC. Fitted shelving for clothes, and pull-down rail. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 4 (12' 1" x 10' 4")
Currently used as a snug, but equally suiting as a generous sized double bedroom with French glazed doors opening out onto a "Juliet" Balcony enjoying lovely views. Vaulted ceiling and roof timbers with window to side.
Bedroom 5 (14' 2" x 10' 4")
A spacious double bedroom, currently used as a large office with window to front. A pull down ladder leads to a large floored loft with power and lighting.
Dressing Room (7' 9" x 6' 9")
Window to side.
Family Bathroom (17' 6" x 5' 8")
A fantastic fitted suite comprising a double-ended, modern roll-top bath with standpipe central mixer taps, and pull-out shower attachment. Vanity unit housing "his & hers" wash hand basins, and concealed cistern WC with touch sensitive mirrors above having built-in light and de-mist functions. Built-in airing cupboard with slatted shelving. Heated towel rail. Large enclosed shower cubicle with mains fed shower connected with "rain water" head. Twin "Velux" skylights to rear. Vaulted ceiling with inset LED lighting. Window to front.
Outside
The property is approached via twin electric oak gates giving access to the entrance driveway which provides extensive off road parking. There is a further vehicle entrance at the bottom of the garden via a second set of twin 5 bar entrance gates. A gravelled laid area leads up the side of the garden with 2 useful timber garden sheds.
3 Bay Garage (28' 0" x 15' 0")
Garage bay with twin timber doors. 2 further "wain style" bays All with pitched slate tiled roof. Electricity and lighting connected.
The front garden is principally laid to lawn with newly planted trees. Paved pathways lead to the rear gardens and a substantial paved slate terraced area adjoining the property, providing an ideal spot for alfresco dining and enjoying views over the superb landscaped gardens and countryside beyond. The gardens extend to approximately 1 acre and include level lawn areas dissected by meandering pathways, with a central pathway leading through a circular arbour, all with mature and well thought out planting and borders. Immediately to the rear of the property is a terraced area with a large ornamental pond, and a further private seating area. At the end of rear of the garden is a large landscaped man-made ornamental lake with gravelled pathways leading around the outside. 3 further outside electric powerpoints, and 2 outside water taps.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Barnacott is proud to boast its Eco-features wherever possible and is therefore heated by an economical Air Source heating system powering underfloor heating throughout. To minimise thermal losses, thicker continuous thermal insulation has been used in the outer walls, roofs, windows, doors, and flooring to retain heat and use less energy. The private drainage for the property is fitted with a Sewerage Treatment System which emits clear water into the environment.
Council Band
Band 'E' (please note this council band may be subject to reassessment).
EPC Rating
Rating C.
Directions
From Holsworthy, proceed on the A3072 Hatherleigh road for just under 9 miles and upon reaching Highampton, turn left signed Sheepwash. Follow this road for just over 1 mile and upon reaching the village, proceed through the village with the Half Moon Inn on your right hand side. Proceed along North Street for some 1 mile, turning left on a sharp left hand bend, and follow this road for approximately 0.7 miles where the property will be found on the left hand side with the barnacott name plaque clearly displayed.
