House For Sale £1,000,000
Detached period farmhouse set in a tranquil wooded location bordering the River Waldon. Benefiting from a former traditional barn converted into three holiday letting units providing excellent income potential. The estate is set within grounds extending to approximately 14 acres comprising three lakes, broadleaf woodland and pasture paddock.
Early viewing is advised.
Mill Leat is situated on the outskirts of the rural hamlet of Thornbury, approximately six miles from the market town of Holsworthy with the popular north Cornish coastal resort of Bude approximately 16 miles distant, much of the coastline is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and provides many sandy beaches with a variety of watersports available.
Holsworthy offers a wide range of amenities including ‘Waitrose’ and
‘Co-op’ supermarkets, bp filling station with associated M&S Food Hall, post office, banking facilities, newsagents, vets, doctors and dentist along with a full range of educational facilities. Leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool and an 18 hole golf course. A more comprehensive range of recreational and shopping facilities are available to the north in the larger towns of Bideford and Barnstaple. The cathedral city and county town of Exeter is about 50 miles to the east.
The Dartmoor National Park provides superb walking and riding, whilst the north Cornish and Devon coasts are within easy driving distance.
Accommodation
covered entrance porch
Space for boot storage. Solid timber door to:
Entrance hall
Flagstone slate floors, radiator, timber clad walls and space for coat and boot storage. Door to rear garden and further doors to:
Cloakroom
Low level flush WC and wash hand basin with tiled splashbacking. Single glazed window to the rear, tiled floor and ceiling light.
Kitchen
Roll top work surface incorporating stainless steel double bowl sink/drainer unit. Rangemaster cooker with stone surround. Former Inglenook fireplace with clome oven. Dual aspect uPVC double glazed windows to the front and rear with window seat. Tiled flooring throughout, radiator, ceiling light and space for dining table. Door to:
Utility
Steps lead down from the Kitchen to the Utility space. Selection of base level units with work surface over incorporating Belfast sink. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Floor mounted oil-fired boiler serving the domestic hot water and central heating systems. Slate floors, directional spotlighting and two front aspect single glazed windows.
Living room
Two front aspect double glazed windows and one to the rear with window seat. Stairs rising to the first floor. Feature Inglenook fireplace with clome oven beside with space for log burning stove. Recessed spotlighting, wall lights, two radiators, fitted carpet, access for superfast broadband, TV and telephone points. Slate steps lead up to:
Office
Rear aspect double glazed window, radiator, laminate flooring and space for office furniture.
First floor half landing
Rear aspect windows overlooking the garden with coloured stained glass feature window in deep wooden sill. Fitted carpet, radiator and further stairs rise to:
Landing
Rear windows overlooking the garden with deep wooden sills. Fitted carpet, radiator, two ceiling lights and partially exposed A frames. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Two front aspect double glazed windows. Built-in wardrobes and space for further bedroom furniture. Fitted carpet, ceiling light, TV point, picture rail and radiator.
Family bathroom
Panel enclosed bath with jets and electric shower over, low level flush WC and vanity unit with inset wash hand basin. Rear aspect double glazed window, vinyl flooring, recessed spotlighting, tiled splashbacking, loft access and wall light.
Bedroom two
Large front aspect double glazed window overlooking the garden with deep sill. A double bedroom with painted floorboards, TV point, ceiling light, loft access and airing cupboard housing hot water tank and slatted shelving.
Bedroom three
Steps down to a large double bedroom with front aspect double glazed window. Fitted carpet throughout, radiator, TV point, picture rail and space for bedroom furniture. Door to:
En-suite
Double size shower enclosure with PVC aqua-boarding, low level flush WC and wash hand basin. Extractor fan and ceiling light.
Bedroom four
Single bedroom with front aspect double glazed window. Velux skylight, exposed A frame, directional spotlighting, fitted carpet, TV point and steps leading to mezzanine storage area with further loft storage.
Outside
Approached off the parish road via a well maintained lane which provides access to the farmhouse and separate access to the holiday letting units. A track leads off the lane to a dilapidated building which may have further potential subject to the necessary planning consents.
To the front of the farmhouse is a parking area and a stone cobbled pathway leads to the front storm porch with further stone cobbled pathway with steps leading to:
Attached workshop: 16’5 x 6’5 (5m x 1.96m)
Adjoining the farmhouse with potential to provide additional accommodation (subject to the necessary planning permissions). Side aspect timber framed window, access to loft space, power and light connected.
The gardens to Mill Leat surround the property with the front garden being mainly laid to lawn and enclosed on two sides by a natural hedge with a raised flower border planted with a variety of alpine plants and shrubs to one side. A further larger area of lawn is found to the rear of the property with a variety of specimen trees and shrubs amidst. Oil tank beside a parking area for three vehicles beyond. The lawned gardens continue following the entrance drive communicating with the wooded area. A concrete pathway leads to the higher side of the property where an outside water tap can be found and the old Well.
To the other side of the drive are steps leading down to a large pond bordering the River Waldon with seating area. Overlooking the pond is an open-fronted building with pitched roof.
Land
There is a small, level wild meadow which extends to approximately one acre, bordering the River Waldon, with cut pathways providing an ideal area for nature lovers as it attracts an abundance of wildlife. Beyond the meadow is a larger area of woodland planted with a variety of deciduous trees including Oak, Ash and Cherry. Three pathways take varying routes through the land and around the lakes and converge at the bottom lake.
The lakes were established some time ago by the former vendors and both, in total, amount to three acres. The smaller of the two is presently left for wildlife however, with little adjustments it could be reverted back into a fishing lake. Surrounding the lakes is a variety of mature trees and shrubs with areas of well maintained grass between.
Mature conifer trees provide an idyllic backdrop to the lakes with the River Waldon flowing to the far side. The overflow discharge can be found leaving the larger lake where it enters back into the River Waldon. The lakes, woodland and meadow all offer a quiet and private position with no right of way or public footpaths.
Holiday cottages
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Enter through a timber part glazed stable door to:
Sitting/dining room
Front aspect timber framed window overlooking the communal gardens. Exposed stone fireplace with slate hearth housing electric fire. Stairs rise to the first floor. Tiled floor at entrance with remainder being wood effect vinyl flooring, wall lights, exposed beams, electric radiator and television point. Doorway through to:
Kitchen
Eye and base level units with stainless steel sink/drainer unit over. Roll top worksurface with fridge below. Electric oven and microwave. Side aspect timber framed window, wood effect vinyl flooring and wall light.
Shower room
Fully tiled shower enclosure housing electric shower unit, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. Enclosed ceiling light, extractor fan, mirrored vanity cupboard with courtesy light over, tiled floor and heated electric towel rail.
First floor landing
Fitted carpet, ceiling light and access to loft space. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Double bedroom with front aspect double glazed window overlooking the communal garden. Alcove housing wardrobe, exposed ‘A’ frames, fitted carpet, ceiling light and electric radiator.
Bedroom two
Rear aspect double glazed window overlooking nearby countryside. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed ‘A’ frames.
Bedroom three
Front aspect timber framed window overlooking the communal garden. Ceiling light, exposed floorboards and ‘A’ frames.
Heron
Enter through a timber stable door to:
Kitchen/sitting room
Dual aspect room with timber framed window to the front in addition to a double glazed window to the rear. The kitchen area has a range of eye and base level units with stainless steel sink drainer unit and roll edge worksurface over. Electric oven, fridge and microwave. Directional spotlights and tiled flooring. The sitting room has stairs rising to the first floor, wood effect vinyl flooring, exposed beams, half-height panelling to one wall and directional spotlights. Door to:
Bathroom
Panel enclosed enamel bath with coupled shower attachment and shower screen over, low level WC and wall mounted wash hand basin. Tiled floor, enclosed ceiling light, extractor fan and electric heated towel rail.
First floor landing
Fitted carpet, ceiling light, smoke alarm and access to loft space. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Rear aspect double glazed window overlooking adjoining countryside. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed beams.
Bedroom two
Front aspect double glazed window overlooking the communal garden. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed beams.
Bedroom three
Dual aspect room with double glazed window to the front and timber framed window to the side, both enjoying views over the communal garden and open countryside. Alcove with fitted shelves, hanging rail space, fitted carpet and ceiling lights.
Outside
The cottages are approached over a second lane providing access to an off-road parking area suitable for three/four vehicles. To the front of the cottages is a level lawned area, enclosed by a natural hedge to one side, enjoying views over the nearby Waldon Valley. To the higher end of the cottages views can be enjoyed over open countryside. Attached to the cottages is a second barn currently divided into two areas, the first is a storage room accessed by timber door and has a rear aspect window opening, cobbled floor and vaulted ceiling with exposed ‘A’ frames. The second part is a wash room with timber part glazed door, stainless steel sink/drainer unit, washing machine and tumble dryer. To one side of the wash room is a lawned area and has an outside tap.
An additional lane leads in front of the barn to the front garden of Mill Leat, this is used for maintenance.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.
The oil tank and waste treatment plant for the main dwelling were both installed recently.
Council tax band
E.
Energy efficiency rating
Mill Leat – D.
Rainbow – G.
Kingfisher – F.
Heron – G.
Agents notes
Fixtures and fittings found in the holiday cottages only, including white goods, will be included in the sale. This excludes pictures and is subject to confirmation with the vendors.
Planning permission on the three cottages is for holiday usage and to allow occupancy of 52 weeks a year.
Fishing rights on the river Waldon – approx. 850m of right bank fishing with a good head of wild brown trout & occasional sea trout & salmon
Floor plan
The floor plans displayed are not to scale and are for identification purposes only.
Land plan
The land plan is for indicative purposes only and should not be relied upon as an accurate depiction of precise boundaries.
Directions
From Holsworthy proceed on the A3072 Hatherleigh road and take the second left hand turning signposted ‘Thornbury/Cookbury’. Continue on this road and take the second right hand turning signposted ‘Woodacott/Thornbury’. Follow this road for approximately 2.5 miles, passing through the village of Woodacott. Upon reaching Thornbury, with the Church on your right hand side, continue straight on signposted ‘Shebbear’ and the property will be found at the bottom of the hill on the right hand side.
Location
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Important notice
Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.<br /><br />
Early viewing is advised.
Mill Leat is situated on the outskirts of the rural hamlet of Thornbury, approximately six miles from the market town of Holsworthy with the popular north Cornish coastal resort of Bude approximately 16 miles distant, much of the coastline is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and provides many sandy beaches with a variety of watersports available.
Holsworthy offers a wide range of amenities including ‘Waitrose’ and
‘Co-op’ supermarkets, bp filling station with associated M&S Food Hall, post office, banking facilities, newsagents, vets, doctors and dentist along with a full range of educational facilities. Leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool and an 18 hole golf course. A more comprehensive range of recreational and shopping facilities are available to the north in the larger towns of Bideford and Barnstaple. The cathedral city and county town of Exeter is about 50 miles to the east.
The Dartmoor National Park provides superb walking and riding, whilst the north Cornish and Devon coasts are within easy driving distance.
Accommodation
covered entrance porch
Space for boot storage. Solid timber door to:
Entrance hall
Flagstone slate floors, radiator, timber clad walls and space for coat and boot storage. Door to rear garden and further doors to:
Cloakroom
Low level flush WC and wash hand basin with tiled splashbacking. Single glazed window to the rear, tiled floor and ceiling light.
Kitchen
Roll top work surface incorporating stainless steel double bowl sink/drainer unit. Rangemaster cooker with stone surround. Former Inglenook fireplace with clome oven. Dual aspect uPVC double glazed windows to the front and rear with window seat. Tiled flooring throughout, radiator, ceiling light and space for dining table. Door to:
Utility
Steps lead down from the Kitchen to the Utility space. Selection of base level units with work surface over incorporating Belfast sink. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Floor mounted oil-fired boiler serving the domestic hot water and central heating systems. Slate floors, directional spotlighting and two front aspect single glazed windows.
Living room
Two front aspect double glazed windows and one to the rear with window seat. Stairs rising to the first floor. Feature Inglenook fireplace with clome oven beside with space for log burning stove. Recessed spotlighting, wall lights, two radiators, fitted carpet, access for superfast broadband, TV and telephone points. Slate steps lead up to:
Office
Rear aspect double glazed window, radiator, laminate flooring and space for office furniture.
First floor half landing
Rear aspect windows overlooking the garden with coloured stained glass feature window in deep wooden sill. Fitted carpet, radiator and further stairs rise to:
Landing
Rear windows overlooking the garden with deep wooden sills. Fitted carpet, radiator, two ceiling lights and partially exposed A frames. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Two front aspect double glazed windows. Built-in wardrobes and space for further bedroom furniture. Fitted carpet, ceiling light, TV point, picture rail and radiator.
Family bathroom
Panel enclosed bath with jets and electric shower over, low level flush WC and vanity unit with inset wash hand basin. Rear aspect double glazed window, vinyl flooring, recessed spotlighting, tiled splashbacking, loft access and wall light.
Bedroom two
Large front aspect double glazed window overlooking the garden with deep sill. A double bedroom with painted floorboards, TV point, ceiling light, loft access and airing cupboard housing hot water tank and slatted shelving.
Bedroom three
Steps down to a large double bedroom with front aspect double glazed window. Fitted carpet throughout, radiator, TV point, picture rail and space for bedroom furniture. Door to:
En-suite
Double size shower enclosure with PVC aqua-boarding, low level flush WC and wash hand basin. Extractor fan and ceiling light.
Bedroom four
Single bedroom with front aspect double glazed window. Velux skylight, exposed A frame, directional spotlighting, fitted carpet, TV point and steps leading to mezzanine storage area with further loft storage.
Outside
Approached off the parish road via a well maintained lane which provides access to the farmhouse and separate access to the holiday letting units. A track leads off the lane to a dilapidated building which may have further potential subject to the necessary planning consents.
To the front of the farmhouse is a parking area and a stone cobbled pathway leads to the front storm porch with further stone cobbled pathway with steps leading to:
Attached workshop: 16’5 x 6’5 (5m x 1.96m)
Adjoining the farmhouse with potential to provide additional accommodation (subject to the necessary planning permissions). Side aspect timber framed window, access to loft space, power and light connected.
The gardens to Mill Leat surround the property with the front garden being mainly laid to lawn and enclosed on two sides by a natural hedge with a raised flower border planted with a variety of alpine plants and shrubs to one side. A further larger area of lawn is found to the rear of the property with a variety of specimen trees and shrubs amidst. Oil tank beside a parking area for three vehicles beyond. The lawned gardens continue following the entrance drive communicating with the wooded area. A concrete pathway leads to the higher side of the property where an outside water tap can be found and the old Well.
To the other side of the drive are steps leading down to a large pond bordering the River Waldon with seating area. Overlooking the pond is an open-fronted building with pitched roof.
Land
There is a small, level wild meadow which extends to approximately one acre, bordering the River Waldon, with cut pathways providing an ideal area for nature lovers as it attracts an abundance of wildlife. Beyond the meadow is a larger area of woodland planted with a variety of deciduous trees including Oak, Ash and Cherry. Three pathways take varying routes through the land and around the lakes and converge at the bottom lake.
The lakes were established some time ago by the former vendors and both, in total, amount to three acres. The smaller of the two is presently left for wildlife however, with little adjustments it could be reverted back into a fishing lake. Surrounding the lakes is a variety of mature trees and shrubs with areas of well maintained grass between.
Mature conifer trees provide an idyllic backdrop to the lakes with the River Waldon flowing to the far side. The overflow discharge can be found leaving the larger lake where it enters back into the River Waldon. The lakes, woodland and meadow all offer a quiet and private position with no right of way or public footpaths.
Holiday cottages
rainbow
Enter through a timber part glazed stable door to:
Sitting/dining room
Front aspect timber framed window overlooking the communal gardens. Exposed stone fireplace with slate hearth housing electric fire. Stairs rise to the first floor. Tiled floor at entrance with remainder being wood effect vinyl flooring, wall lights, exposed beams, electric radiator and television point. Doorway through to:
Kitchen
Eye and base level units with stainless steel sink/drainer unit over. Roll top worksurface with fridge below. Electric oven and microwave. Side aspect timber framed window, wood effect vinyl flooring and wall light.
Shower room
Fully tiled shower enclosure housing electric shower unit, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. Enclosed ceiling light, extractor fan, mirrored vanity cupboard with courtesy light over, tiled floor and heated electric towel rail.
First floor landing
Fitted carpet, ceiling light and access to loft space. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Double bedroom with front aspect double glazed window overlooking the communal garden. Alcove housing wardrobe, exposed ‘A’ frames, fitted carpet, ceiling light and electric radiator.
Bedroom two
Rear aspect double glazed window overlooking nearby countryside. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed ‘A’ frames.
Bedroom three
Front aspect timber framed window overlooking the communal garden. Ceiling light, exposed floorboards and ‘A’ frames.
Heron
Enter through a timber stable door to:
Kitchen/sitting room
Dual aspect room with timber framed window to the front in addition to a double glazed window to the rear. The kitchen area has a range of eye and base level units with stainless steel sink drainer unit and roll edge worksurface over. Electric oven, fridge and microwave. Directional spotlights and tiled flooring. The sitting room has stairs rising to the first floor, wood effect vinyl flooring, exposed beams, half-height panelling to one wall and directional spotlights. Door to:
Bathroom
Panel enclosed enamel bath with coupled shower attachment and shower screen over, low level WC and wall mounted wash hand basin. Tiled floor, enclosed ceiling light, extractor fan and electric heated towel rail.
First floor landing
Fitted carpet, ceiling light, smoke alarm and access to loft space. Doors to:
Bedroom one
Rear aspect double glazed window overlooking adjoining countryside. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed beams.
Bedroom two
Front aspect double glazed window overlooking the communal garden. Fitted carpet, ceiling light and exposed beams.
Bedroom three
Dual aspect room with double glazed window to the front and timber framed window to the side, both enjoying views over the communal garden and open countryside. Alcove with fitted shelves, hanging rail space, fitted carpet and ceiling lights.
Outside
The cottages are approached over a second lane providing access to an off-road parking area suitable for three/four vehicles. To the front of the cottages is a level lawned area, enclosed by a natural hedge to one side, enjoying views over the nearby Waldon Valley. To the higher end of the cottages views can be enjoyed over open countryside. Attached to the cottages is a second barn currently divided into two areas, the first is a storage room accessed by timber door and has a rear aspect window opening, cobbled floor and vaulted ceiling with exposed ‘A’ frames. The second part is a wash room with timber part glazed door, stainless steel sink/drainer unit, washing machine and tumble dryer. To one side of the wash room is a lawned area and has an outside tap.
An additional lane leads in front of the barn to the front garden of Mill Leat, this is used for maintenance.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.
The oil tank and waste treatment plant for the main dwelling were both installed recently.
Council tax band
E.
Energy efficiency rating
Mill Leat – D.
Rainbow – G.
Kingfisher – F.
Heron – G.
Agents notes
Fixtures and fittings found in the holiday cottages only, including white goods, will be included in the sale. This excludes pictures and is subject to confirmation with the vendors.
Planning permission on the three cottages is for holiday usage and to allow occupancy of 52 weeks a year.
Fishing rights on the river Waldon – approx. 850m of right bank fishing with a good head of wild brown trout & occasional sea trout & salmon
Floor plan
The floor plans displayed are not to scale and are for identification purposes only.
Land plan
The land plan is for indicative purposes only and should not be relied upon as an accurate depiction of precise boundaries.
Directions
From Holsworthy proceed on the A3072 Hatherleigh road and take the second left hand turning signposted ‘Thornbury/Cookbury’. Continue on this road and take the second right hand turning signposted ‘Woodacott/Thornbury’. Follow this road for approximately 2.5 miles, passing through the village of Woodacott. Upon reaching Thornbury, with the Church on your right hand side, continue straight on signposted ‘Shebbear’ and the property will be found at the bottom of the hill on the right hand side.
Location
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///threading.motivations.however (house)
Important notice
Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.<br /><br />
