4 bedroom detached house for sale

Motivated sellers OFFERS INVITED. A very well presented four bedroom detached barn conversion with adjoining large barn (with container and stables) set within grounds of about 3.77 acres located to the edge of Filleigh village enjoying spacious and flexible accommodation.

INTRODUCTION
Higher Filleigh offers the chance to purchase this unique converted barn with large adjoining barn, situated within the village of Filleigh, offering an ideal opportunity for equestrian lovers. There is an adjoining paddock totalling about 3.5 acres, with a large barn housing two stables with roadside opening doors. The property enjoys a private position with far-reaching countryside views.

DESCRIPTION
Enjoying an envious position within the Mid Devon countryside, Higher Filleigh is a superbly finished four bedroom detached converted barn with far-reaching countryside views, a large barn with stables and road access and an adjoining paddock totalling about 3.5 acres. Offering well-presented accommodation throughout, the property comprises;

Front door into the fantastic Kitchen/Dining Room a very light and bright space with exposed a-frames. An abundance of natural light floods through four sets of double doors with wooden shutters, opening to the rear patio, making this an ideal entertaining space. The Kitchen is fitted with a modern matching range of units with continuous marble work surface over incorporating induction hob. Two integral eye-level fan-assisted ovens (one of which is a steam oven), incorporated warming oven, grill, fridge and freezer and dishwasher. A central island offers additional units with an inset sink and drainer as well as providing breakfast bar seating. The Dining area offers ample space for a large dining table and chairs. An opening leads into the Rear Lobby with door to the rear garden and Utility cupboard housing the heating controls. The Shower Room is fitted with a modern matching suite comprising mains shower, wall-mounted basin and close coupled WC. Bedroom 2 offers a superb large double bedroom with access to the rear - used by the current Vendors as a secondary reception space. From the Kitchen, a door opens into the Sitting Room with exposed A-frames and dual aspect, providing an ample reception space. A door leads into the Inner Hall with access into the Home Office, a great space for home-working with a door to the outside. Stairs rise to a mezzanine-level space, providing for Bedroom 4. The Shower Room is fitted with a large shower cubicle with inset mains shower, hidden cistern WC and wash basin set within vanity unit. Bedroom 3 is a large double bedroom with dual aspect.

From the Rear Lobby, stairs rise to the first floor Master Suite with a Dressing area fitted with built-in wardrobes. A door opens into the En-Suite Bathroom fitted with matching suite comprising bath with shower attachment, close coupled WC and wash hand basin. The Master Bedroom is a superb light and bright double bedroom with dual aspect enjoying the far-reaching countryside views.

OUTSIDE
Approached from the main village lane, double wooden gates open onto the large parking area providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, including space for horse box.

Adjoining the rear of the property, a raised paved terrace area provides an ideal outdoor dining and entertaining space, taking full advantage of the far-reaching countryside views, with five-person hot tub.

Adjacent to the driveway, a large level expanse of lawn wraps around the rear and to the side of the property, interspersed with a variety of shrubs and trees, with a further paved area providing an ideal space for an outdoor table and chairs.
A more productive area of the garden houses a variety of trees and Greenhouse, with a gravelled border.

A wooden gate leading from the driveway provides access to the far-right-hand border of the property, currently housing a static home and providing access to one of the paddocks.

THE LAND
Situated within the superb Mid Devon countryside, Higher Filleigh benefits from enjoying two paddocks - totalling approximately 3.77 acres. This comprises a paddock to the south of the property, enclosed within hedgerow and fence boundaries.

With roadside access and also via a gate from the eastern side of the gardens of the house, a larger paddock of fairly level land provides an ideal space for equestrian purposes.

THE BARN
Lying adjacent to the property, there is a large timber and stone-built barn (approximately 73 ft x 31 ft) with access from the driveway and via the roadside. There are two loose boxes installed with ample space for tack and hay. A large shipping container also provides additional storage within the barn. Subject to the necessary planning consents, the barn could be converted to suit a variety of uses.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Ground source heat hump supplying the central heating. Drainage to a private sewage treatment plant.

Council Tax: Band E - Mid Devon District Council

SITUATION
The property is situated about 2.5 miles to the north east of Lapford and 3.5 miles from the A377 connecting to Barnstaple to the north and Exeter to the south. Lapford is an attractive village situated within Mid Devon and providing good community facilities with its post office and village shop, preschool, public house, Church and vets practice. Situated within convenient reach of the property is Lapford Station, situated adjacent to the A377 and providing a service to Exeter or Barnstaple. There is also a regular bus service running to both Barnstaple and Exeter. Crediton is the closest town, providing a good level of retail, commercial and educational facilities as well as access to Exeter, which affords the range of facilities befitting those of a county and regional centre.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: Broadband is available (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).