House For Sale £650,000
Offered to the market with no onward chain, this beautiful, double fronted, 6 bedroom plus study (or 5 bedrooms with 2 work from home offices) detached farmhouse lies in a quiet, rural hamlet, close to the West Devon border and is within easy reach of the north Cornish coastline and beaches.
The south-easterly facing, well stocked gardens offer complete privacy, featuring numerous sitting areas to enjoy the sunshine, with ample parking on the gravelled driveway. The single-storey barn has huge potential, subject to consents, to be converted into an annexe, holiday let, studio or bespoke work from home offices.
A true rural gem of a farmhouse, enjoying the best of both worlds; an abundance of character from the locally sourced stone external elevations to the inglenook fireplaces, exposed stone work and slate floors but with modern benefits including impressive kitchen/bathroom facilities, recently installed EcoDesign wood burning stoves and modern electric heating which can be controlled via your phone.
The porch and hallway, with a slate floor, provide access to the rest of the accommodation. There are 2 gorgeous reception rooms; a living room and a formal dining room. Both of these rooms offer plenty of space, with an exposed inglenook fireplace as their focal point, fitted with the aforementioned wood burning stoves.
A door from the dining room leads into a Upvc and local stone garden room. This relaxing, sociable space has lovely views over the garden, which can be enjoyed throughout the year.
To the rear, the modern kitchen/breakfast room has a range of matching units and opens into what is currently a sitting area, but could be utilised as a breakfasting area, with patio doors opening onto a tucked way patio.
The office or snug leads to a useful ground floor bathroom, a utility room and bedroom 6, which is used a second work from home office. Having this flexibility is one of the key selling features, as this creates the opportunity for a real change of lifestyle, and was a big factor in our clients choosing Coles Brendon House as their home.
On the first floor, the pretty landing leads to three bedrooms and the rear hall. Bedroom 1 has an exposed. stone chimney breast with a fireplace recess, 2 large double wardrobes and an impressive en-suite shower room w/c.
The second bedroom has a similar exposed stone chimney breast and recess, and all the southerly aspect bedrooms offer far reaching countryside views, with Dartmoor in the distance.
There are 2 further well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern family shower room w/c completing the accommodation.
The single storey barn, built with the same locally sourced stone, lies adjacent to the main dwelling, and is currently used for secure storage. Subject to planning and consent, there is potential to convert to a studio, holiday let, family annexe or a bespoke work from home office.
The gravelled drive, set behind double gates, offers parking with, opposite, a gravelled car park enabling a further 3 cars to park. The landscaped gardens are a joy to behold. Private and south-easterly facing, there are multiple sitting areas or patios to enjoy the sunshine at different times of the day. The circular patio, bordered by a small pond and well stocked flowerbeds, is ideal spot for al-fresco dining, with easy access to the property. The expanse of lawn is surrounded by mature hedging and colourful planting providing that feeling of being in your very own rural haven.
Location
Nestled towards the end of a private lane, this tranquil home is part of the pretty rural hamlet of Brendon, about 4 miles from the West Devon town of Holsworthy. There is primary and secondary schooling, an open-air market every Wednesday and a Waitrose supermarket in the town, with Bude, and its sandy beaches and cliff top walks, an easy drive away. Independent schooling is available at the nearby Shebbear College.
Bude has a wider range of recreational amenities, with an historic sea pool providing all year round swimming, a range of quality restaurants, bars and eateries and has a choice of surfing beaches including Widemouth Bay, just to the south. Much of this stretch of stunning coastline is protected by the National Trust and offers some of the best cliff walks in the county. The cathedral town of Exeter, with an international airport, mainline railway and access on to the M5 is about 45 miles distant.
The accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):
Entrance Porch 4’x 8” x 2’x11” (1.43 x 0.90m). Traditional brick and stone entrance with arched and studded solid wood front door. Original slate flagged floor. Double aspect picture windows. Double glazed door to the main hallway.
Hallway 6’4” x 15’2” (1.93 x 4.62m). Original slate flagged floor and original spindled staircase, stripped pine doors with original door furniture leading to the living room, dining room and kitchen/living area. Large under stairs walk-in cupboard. Radiator, smoke alarm.
Living Room 16’5” x 15’6” (5.01 x 4.74m). Exposed stone and brick inglenook fireplace with Dean Forge ecoDesign woodburning stove and original bread oven. Exposed beams, original slate flooring and stripped pine door. Double glazed window overlooking the garden. Internal window looking onto the kitchen/breakfast room. 5 double sockets, radiator, smoke and CO2 alarm, TV and satellite points.
Dining Room 15’1” x 15’3” (4.60 x 4.66m). Exposed stone and brick inglenook fireplace with Heta ecoDesign woodburning stove. Exposed beams, original slate flooring and stripped pine door. Double glazed window overlooking the garden. Glazed door leading to the Garden Room. Internal window to the Home Office/Snug. Radiator, 2 double sockets, smoke and CO2 alarm.
Garden Room 11’2” (3.41m) x 8’1” (2.49m) narrowing to 5’8” (1.74m) x 9’9” (2.98m). Double glazed windows and French doors giving access to the terrace and garden. Exposed stone feature walls and tiled floor. Radiator, 3 double sockets and 4 single sockets linked to light switch.
Kitchen/Living Area 25’2” x 8’0” (7.69 x 2.45m). Large patio doors leading to large paved seating area. Range of fitted base units with solid wood shaker doors, beech wooden work surface, traditional quarry tile flooring with decorative inserts. Double sink with drainer. Stoves ‘Richmond’ range double electric oven with induction hob. Neff integrated fridge/freezer, Smeg integrated dishwasher. 2 radiators, 4 double sockets and 1 single socket. 3 double glazed rear aspect windows. Smoke alarm.
Office/Snug 9’3” x 8’3” (2.84 x 2.53m). Double glazed window, fitted carpet, radiator. Built in storage cupboard. Original pine doors to kitchen and rear hallway. Internal windows to kitchen/living area and dining room. Double-glazed rear aspect window. Smoke alarm.
Rear Hallway 5’11” x 2’5” (1.82 x 0.72m). Exposed stone feature wall, fitted carpet. Original doors from the bathroom, utility room and bedroom 6/office. Smoke alarm.
Bathroom 5’6” x 8’1” (1.70 x 2.48m). Exposed feature stone wall, tiled floor, large, heated towel rail. Original pine door and double-glazed rear aspect window.
Utility Room 8’9” x 7’0” (2.69 x 2.15m). Fitted base units with worksurface over appliances. Plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble-dryer. Ceramic sink/drainer. Tiled flooring. Glazed door to the garden and hallway. Radiator and 2 double sockets. Entrance to loft space above the utility and bedroom 6/office
Bedroom 6/Office 9’0” x 10’7” (2.74 x 3.24m). Large double-glazed window overlooking the garden, fitted carpet. Radiator, 2 double sockets 1 single socket. Original pine door.
First Floor Landing 8’10” x 6’1” (2.72 x 1.86m). Fitted carpet, radiator, double and single socket. Smoke alarm. Stripped period doors to all bedrooms and rear landing.
Bedroom 1 16’6” x 15’7” (5.04 x 4.76m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Fitted carpet, radiator, plugs with usb points at the sides of the bed, 5 additional double sockets. Smoke alarm. Bespoke built in large double wardrobe. Exposed chimney breast. Original stripped pine door leading to:
Ensuite 7’11” x 3’11” (2.42 x 1.21m). Large walk-in tiled shower with waterfall head. Oval wash hand basin set on antique vanity unit. Tiled flooring. Double glazed window to side aspect. Low level flush WC. Vent-Axia extractor. Shaver socket and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 15’6 x 12’3” (4.75 x 3.75m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Exposed chimney breast. Fitted carpet, radiator, 4 double sockets. Smoke alarm. Original stripped pine door.
Bedroom 4 L shaped 9’1” x 8’11” (2.77 x 2.73m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Internal window to landing. ‘Sanderson’ wallpaper on feature wall. Radiator, 3 double sockets, 1 single socket, fitted carpet. Access to loft space.
Rear Hallway 8’11’ x 2’11” (2.74 x 0.89m). Stripped antique pine doors leading to bedrooms 4 and 5 and bathroom. Fitted carpet.
Shower room 8’11 x 5’10” (2.73 x 1.80m). Large walk-in tiled shower with waterfall head. Pedestal wash basin and low-level flush WC. Large heated towel rail. Tiled flooring. Rear aspect double glazed window.
Bedroom 3 16’ x 2” x 9’0” (4.93 x 2.76m). Double aspect double glazed windows to side and rear aspect. Fitted carpet. ‘Cabbages and Roses’ wallpaper on feature wall. Smoke alarm. Built in storage cupboard housing hot water tank. Radiator, 2 double sockets.
Bedroom 5 8’10” x 9’0” (2.70 x 2.74m). Rear aspect double glazed window. ‘Cabbages and Roses’ wallpaper on feature wall. Fitted carpet. Smoke alarm. 1 double and single socket. Radiator.
Loft space. Spacious, fully insulated. Pull down loft ladder. 2 light fittings.
Services
Mains water and electric. Private drainage via its own septic tank
Tenure – Freehold
Council Tax Band-Torridge D.C - Band E
Agents note – One neighbouring property has a right of way over the Coles Brendon House private lane.
EPC rating - TBA
From Holsworthy, proceed along the A388, until reaching Holsworthy Beacon. Turn right at the cross-roads and drive out of the village. Take the left turn signposted Brendon and, at the green, bear right. The name plate of Coles Brendon will be seen on your left, and the entrance lane will be on your right.
The south-easterly facing, well stocked gardens offer complete privacy, featuring numerous sitting areas to enjoy the sunshine, with ample parking on the gravelled driveway. The single-storey barn has huge potential, subject to consents, to be converted into an annexe, holiday let, studio or bespoke work from home offices.
A true rural gem of a farmhouse, enjoying the best of both worlds; an abundance of character from the locally sourced stone external elevations to the inglenook fireplaces, exposed stone work and slate floors but with modern benefits including impressive kitchen/bathroom facilities, recently installed EcoDesign wood burning stoves and modern electric heating which can be controlled via your phone.
The porch and hallway, with a slate floor, provide access to the rest of the accommodation. There are 2 gorgeous reception rooms; a living room and a formal dining room. Both of these rooms offer plenty of space, with an exposed inglenook fireplace as their focal point, fitted with the aforementioned wood burning stoves.
A door from the dining room leads into a Upvc and local stone garden room. This relaxing, sociable space has lovely views over the garden, which can be enjoyed throughout the year.
To the rear, the modern kitchen/breakfast room has a range of matching units and opens into what is currently a sitting area, but could be utilised as a breakfasting area, with patio doors opening onto a tucked way patio.
The office or snug leads to a useful ground floor bathroom, a utility room and bedroom 6, which is used a second work from home office. Having this flexibility is one of the key selling features, as this creates the opportunity for a real change of lifestyle, and was a big factor in our clients choosing Coles Brendon House as their home.
On the first floor, the pretty landing leads to three bedrooms and the rear hall. Bedroom 1 has an exposed. stone chimney breast with a fireplace recess, 2 large double wardrobes and an impressive en-suite shower room w/c.
The second bedroom has a similar exposed stone chimney breast and recess, and all the southerly aspect bedrooms offer far reaching countryside views, with Dartmoor in the distance.
There are 2 further well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern family shower room w/c completing the accommodation.
The single storey barn, built with the same locally sourced stone, lies adjacent to the main dwelling, and is currently used for secure storage. Subject to planning and consent, there is potential to convert to a studio, holiday let, family annexe or a bespoke work from home office.
The gravelled drive, set behind double gates, offers parking with, opposite, a gravelled car park enabling a further 3 cars to park. The landscaped gardens are a joy to behold. Private and south-easterly facing, there are multiple sitting areas or patios to enjoy the sunshine at different times of the day. The circular patio, bordered by a small pond and well stocked flowerbeds, is ideal spot for al-fresco dining, with easy access to the property. The expanse of lawn is surrounded by mature hedging and colourful planting providing that feeling of being in your very own rural haven.
Location
Nestled towards the end of a private lane, this tranquil home is part of the pretty rural hamlet of Brendon, about 4 miles from the West Devon town of Holsworthy. There is primary and secondary schooling, an open-air market every Wednesday and a Waitrose supermarket in the town, with Bude, and its sandy beaches and cliff top walks, an easy drive away. Independent schooling is available at the nearby Shebbear College.
Bude has a wider range of recreational amenities, with an historic sea pool providing all year round swimming, a range of quality restaurants, bars and eateries and has a choice of surfing beaches including Widemouth Bay, just to the south. Much of this stretch of stunning coastline is protected by the National Trust and offers some of the best cliff walks in the county. The cathedral town of Exeter, with an international airport, mainline railway and access on to the M5 is about 45 miles distant.
The accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate):
Entrance Porch 4’x 8” x 2’x11” (1.43 x 0.90m). Traditional brick and stone entrance with arched and studded solid wood front door. Original slate flagged floor. Double aspect picture windows. Double glazed door to the main hallway.
Hallway 6’4” x 15’2” (1.93 x 4.62m). Original slate flagged floor and original spindled staircase, stripped pine doors with original door furniture leading to the living room, dining room and kitchen/living area. Large under stairs walk-in cupboard. Radiator, smoke alarm.
Living Room 16’5” x 15’6” (5.01 x 4.74m). Exposed stone and brick inglenook fireplace with Dean Forge ecoDesign woodburning stove and original bread oven. Exposed beams, original slate flooring and stripped pine door. Double glazed window overlooking the garden. Internal window looking onto the kitchen/breakfast room. 5 double sockets, radiator, smoke and CO2 alarm, TV and satellite points.
Dining Room 15’1” x 15’3” (4.60 x 4.66m). Exposed stone and brick inglenook fireplace with Heta ecoDesign woodburning stove. Exposed beams, original slate flooring and stripped pine door. Double glazed window overlooking the garden. Glazed door leading to the Garden Room. Internal window to the Home Office/Snug. Radiator, 2 double sockets, smoke and CO2 alarm.
Garden Room 11’2” (3.41m) x 8’1” (2.49m) narrowing to 5’8” (1.74m) x 9’9” (2.98m). Double glazed windows and French doors giving access to the terrace and garden. Exposed stone feature walls and tiled floor. Radiator, 3 double sockets and 4 single sockets linked to light switch.
Kitchen/Living Area 25’2” x 8’0” (7.69 x 2.45m). Large patio doors leading to large paved seating area. Range of fitted base units with solid wood shaker doors, beech wooden work surface, traditional quarry tile flooring with decorative inserts. Double sink with drainer. Stoves ‘Richmond’ range double electric oven with induction hob. Neff integrated fridge/freezer, Smeg integrated dishwasher. 2 radiators, 4 double sockets and 1 single socket. 3 double glazed rear aspect windows. Smoke alarm.
Office/Snug 9’3” x 8’3” (2.84 x 2.53m). Double glazed window, fitted carpet, radiator. Built in storage cupboard. Original pine doors to kitchen and rear hallway. Internal windows to kitchen/living area and dining room. Double-glazed rear aspect window. Smoke alarm.
Rear Hallway 5’11” x 2’5” (1.82 x 0.72m). Exposed stone feature wall, fitted carpet. Original doors from the bathroom, utility room and bedroom 6/office. Smoke alarm.
Bathroom 5’6” x 8’1” (1.70 x 2.48m). Exposed feature stone wall, tiled floor, large, heated towel rail. Original pine door and double-glazed rear aspect window.
Utility Room 8’9” x 7’0” (2.69 x 2.15m). Fitted base units with worksurface over appliances. Plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble-dryer. Ceramic sink/drainer. Tiled flooring. Glazed door to the garden and hallway. Radiator and 2 double sockets. Entrance to loft space above the utility and bedroom 6/office
Bedroom 6/Office 9’0” x 10’7” (2.74 x 3.24m). Large double-glazed window overlooking the garden, fitted carpet. Radiator, 2 double sockets 1 single socket. Original pine door.
First Floor Landing 8’10” x 6’1” (2.72 x 1.86m). Fitted carpet, radiator, double and single socket. Smoke alarm. Stripped period doors to all bedrooms and rear landing.
Bedroom 1 16’6” x 15’7” (5.04 x 4.76m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Fitted carpet, radiator, plugs with usb points at the sides of the bed, 5 additional double sockets. Smoke alarm. Bespoke built in large double wardrobe. Exposed chimney breast. Original stripped pine door leading to:
Ensuite 7’11” x 3’11” (2.42 x 1.21m). Large walk-in tiled shower with waterfall head. Oval wash hand basin set on antique vanity unit. Tiled flooring. Double glazed window to side aspect. Low level flush WC. Vent-Axia extractor. Shaver socket and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 15’6 x 12’3” (4.75 x 3.75m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Exposed chimney breast. Fitted carpet, radiator, 4 double sockets. Smoke alarm. Original stripped pine door.
Bedroom 4 L shaped 9’1” x 8’11” (2.77 x 2.73m). Double glazed window overlooking the garden and with views across to Dartmoor. Internal window to landing. ‘Sanderson’ wallpaper on feature wall. Radiator, 3 double sockets, 1 single socket, fitted carpet. Access to loft space.
Rear Hallway 8’11’ x 2’11” (2.74 x 0.89m). Stripped antique pine doors leading to bedrooms 4 and 5 and bathroom. Fitted carpet.
Shower room 8’11 x 5’10” (2.73 x 1.80m). Large walk-in tiled shower with waterfall head. Pedestal wash basin and low-level flush WC. Large heated towel rail. Tiled flooring. Rear aspect double glazed window.
Bedroom 3 16’ x 2” x 9’0” (4.93 x 2.76m). Double aspect double glazed windows to side and rear aspect. Fitted carpet. ‘Cabbages and Roses’ wallpaper on feature wall. Smoke alarm. Built in storage cupboard housing hot water tank. Radiator, 2 double sockets.
Bedroom 5 8’10” x 9’0” (2.70 x 2.74m). Rear aspect double glazed window. ‘Cabbages and Roses’ wallpaper on feature wall. Fitted carpet. Smoke alarm. 1 double and single socket. Radiator.
Loft space. Spacious, fully insulated. Pull down loft ladder. 2 light fittings.
Services
Mains water and electric. Private drainage via its own septic tank
Tenure – Freehold
Council Tax Band-Torridge D.C - Band E
Agents note – One neighbouring property has a right of way over the Coles Brendon House private lane.
EPC rating - TBA
From Holsworthy, proceed along the A388, until reaching Holsworthy Beacon. Turn right at the cross-roads and drive out of the village. Take the left turn signposted Brendon and, at the green, bear right. The name plate of Coles Brendon will be seen on your left, and the entrance lane will be on your right.
