4 bedroom house
Langtree, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8NX
Guide Price
£850,000
Residential Tags: Grade II
Property Tags: N/A
Land Tags: Paddock
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Feb 2021
- Removed: Jul 2021
- Residential Tags: Grade II
- Property Tags: N/A
- Land Tags: Paddock
STUNNING RURAL RESIDENCE! A beautiful Grade II Listed character residence set in tranquil rural surroundings, offering vast potential, standing in grounds of around 4.8 acres
Location - The property is situated in beautiful, tranquil and rural surroundings, yet within easy reach of the range of amenities at Great Torrington, as well as access to the stunning North Devon coastline and Dartmoor National Park. The nearest village, Langtree, is located just under two miles away and offers amenities including picturesque church, renowned primary school and a well-used village hall.
The larger market town of Great Torrington, around 4 miles away, is surrounded by around 360 acres of glorious common land, which is ideal for walking, exploring and spotting wildlife. The town itself offers an excellent range of amenities for its size, including a range of various shops, doctor’s and dentist’s surgeries, places of worship, pubs and restaurants, primary and secondary schooling, butchers, bakery, supermarkets and the popular Plough Arts Centre, as well as RHS Rosemoor Gardens. The popular Tarka Trail affords excellent walking and cycling opportunities.
The port and market town of Bideford sits on the banks of the River Torridge, around 5 miles away, and offers an excellent range of amenities including state schooling for all ages, with private schooling also available at Kingsley College (Shebbear College is around 5 miles away), supermarkets, shops, pubs and restaurants, Post Office and banks.
A few miles further north there is access to the stunning North Devon coastline, with the coastal villages of Appledore and Instow, whilst at Westward Ho! is the 3 mile long safe and sandy surfing beach, which adjoins the Northam Burrows and the Royal North Devon Golf Club, whilst Saunton Sands Golf course is around 16 miles away with 2 championship courses. There is also access onto the South West Coastal Footpath, which affords excellent walks with stunning coastal vistas.
The regional centre of Barnstaple is around 16 miles away, and offers all the area’s main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues. There is access via the A361 North Devon Link Road to Tiverton Parkway railway station and the M5 Motorway at Junction 27.
Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is located at Barnstaple, which connects to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is just over an hour’s drive away, which connects to London and beyond.
Mileages
Langtree – 1.8 miles
Great Torrington – 4 miles
Bideford – 10 miles
Westward Ho! Beach – 14 miles
Barnstaple – 16 miles
M5 Motorway / Tiverton Parkway – 40 miles
The Property - This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful Grade II Listed residence, with a wealth of charm and character features. The property has been the subject of sympathetic refurbishment, and now offers highly versatile accommodation, which could suit a variety of purposes including as a family home, and with some minor alterations (and subject to any necessary planning permissions), a home with an income or dual family occupation.
At present, there are four reception rooms, four bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms. The property is equally as impressive externally, with a range of outbuildings including a brick built garage, an L shaped stone barn and an open fronted tractor store. There are generous gardens and grounds with an orchard, wildlife pond, a productive kitchen garden and a paddock.
Only with a full internal inspection can you start to appreciate the charm, character and vast potential of this stunning property and the agents have no hesitation in recommending an early viewing.
The accommodation, with approximate dimensions is more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans (to follow), but comprises:
Front door leads to
Entrance Hall - Ornate tiled floor. Stairs rise to the first floor landing.
Drawing Room - Floor to ceiling sash window with window shutters to the front elevation with countryside views. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth, with built in cupboards to chimney recess.
Snug / Study - Floor to ceiling sash window with window shutters to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Built in bookshelves.
Lobby - Slate flooring. Space for cloaks. Secondary stairs rising to the first floor landing. Under stairs storage cupboard. Back door to the courtyard.
Pantry - Overlooking the courtyard. Butler sink with slate work surfaces. Space for washing machine. Excellent storage.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room - A dual aspect room with views over the courtyard and surrounding field. Comprising a range of matching wall and base units, with double Belfast sink set into slate work surfaces. Space for a dishwasher. Integrated fridge. Oil fired Marshall range providing central heating and domestic hot water. Exposed floorboards. Opens to
Family/Dining Room - A stunning dual aspect room with vaulted ceiling and exposed A frames. Exposed floorboards, stone and lintels. Bi-folding glass doors lead to the courtyard and the side garden. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Steps lead to a
Mezzanine Study Area - Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.
There is also access to the guest accommodation/potential cottage or secondary accommodation.
First Floor Landing - Window to the rear elevation with stained glass inserts.
Bedroom 1 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Walk in wardrobes.
En-Suite Bathroom - A spacious room with low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin, large airing cupboard, chrome heated towel rail and sunken bath enjoying views over the surrounding land and countryside. Access via the secondary stairs to the lobby.
Bedroom 2 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Wide exposed floorboards. Ornate fireplace. Built in storage.
Bedroom 3 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Wide exposed floorboards.
Shower Room - Comprising low level WC, vanity wash hand basin and a walk in shower. Chrome heated towel rail.
There is potential to create a separate annexe / cottage, subject to any necessary planning consents, which is highlighted on the accompanying floorplan. There is a separate access door from the courtyard, which leads to an
Entrance Hall - Slate flooring. Exposed stonework and lintels. Walk in storage cupboard. (There is also access into the family/dining room).
Lobby - Wooden flooring. Stairs rise to the first floor landing.
Cloakroom - Comprising low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Exposed floorboards. Window to the side elevation overlooking the field. Built in storage and space for a washing machine.
Sitting Room - (This room is currently used as a craft/play room.) Enjoying a triple aspect with vaulted ceiling and stable door leading to the courtyard. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth.
First Floor Landing - Opens to a mezzanine area overlooking the sitting room.
Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a bath with shower over. Velux window. Airing cupboard.
Bedroom 4 - A dual aspect room with Velux windows.
Outside - The property is accessed via a gated driveway to the right hand side of the property. This leads to a gravelled courtyard area to the rear, where there is ample off road parking. There is an open fronted brick built garage with a slate roof, power and light connected. To the left, there is access to a lovely kitchen garden, with a range of vegetable beds and greenhouse.
Attached to the main house is what is thought to have been the remains of an old chapel, with an interesting castellated roof to the front. This is currently used as a utility room, with slate flooring and two butler sinks. Space for fridge, freezers and a tumble dryer. There is also a gardener’s WC with a sink. Stairs then rise to the first floor, which is currently used for storage.
The front garden is laid to lawn, with flowerbeds and borders offering a wealth of plants and shrubs. To the right hand side of the driveway is a good sized area of garden, with trees, shrubs and flowerbeds, as well as a wildlife pond. It then opens to an orchard which has a mixture of fruit trees. Just beyond the courtyard to the rear of the property is a range of outbuildings, which include a single storey stone and slate barn, currently used as a wood store and shed. Opposite this is a store/shed and beyond, an open fronted tractor shed. There is also a secondary access from the rear leading to the tractor store. To the left hand side of the main house is a paddock, in total, the property benefits from around 4.8 acres.
Property Information
Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (septic tank). Oil fired central heating.
Local Authority - Torridge District Council – .
Contents, Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned within this brochure plus all fitted carpets are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments and furniture etc are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.
Viewing - By appointment with Jackson-Stops North Devon .
For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions - From Torrington proceed out of the town of the A386 road towards Okehampton. Proceed for around 1.5 miles, passing the turning on the left hand side for Little Torrington. Upon reaching the top of the hill, turn right signposted towards Langtree. Continue along this lane, and take the first left hand turning, signposted towards Langtree Week. Proceed along this country lane for around 1.2 miles, where you will then reach a sharp right hand bend - turn left here, signposted towards Langtree Week. Proceed for a short distance as the road bears around to the right hand side, and the property will be found on your right hand side with name plate clearly displayed.
Marketed by: Jackson-Stops, Barnstaple
Location - The property is situated in beautiful, tranquil and rural surroundings, yet within easy reach of the range of amenities at Great Torrington, as well as access to the stunning North Devon coastline and Dartmoor National Park. The nearest village, Langtree, is located just under two miles away and offers amenities including picturesque church, renowned primary school and a well-used village hall.
The larger market town of Great Torrington, around 4 miles away, is surrounded by around 360 acres of glorious common land, which is ideal for walking, exploring and spotting wildlife. The town itself offers an excellent range of amenities for its size, including a range of various shops, doctor’s and dentist’s surgeries, places of worship, pubs and restaurants, primary and secondary schooling, butchers, bakery, supermarkets and the popular Plough Arts Centre, as well as RHS Rosemoor Gardens. The popular Tarka Trail affords excellent walking and cycling opportunities.
The port and market town of Bideford sits on the banks of the River Torridge, around 5 miles away, and offers an excellent range of amenities including state schooling for all ages, with private schooling also available at Kingsley College (Shebbear College is around 5 miles away), supermarkets, shops, pubs and restaurants, Post Office and banks.
A few miles further north there is access to the stunning North Devon coastline, with the coastal villages of Appledore and Instow, whilst at Westward Ho! is the 3 mile long safe and sandy surfing beach, which adjoins the Northam Burrows and the Royal North Devon Golf Club, whilst Saunton Sands Golf course is around 16 miles away with 2 championship courses. There is also access onto the South West Coastal Footpath, which affords excellent walks with stunning coastal vistas.
The regional centre of Barnstaple is around 16 miles away, and offers all the area’s main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues. There is access via the A361 North Devon Link Road to Tiverton Parkway railway station and the M5 Motorway at Junction 27.
Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is located at Barnstaple, which connects to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is just over an hour’s drive away, which connects to London and beyond.
Mileages
Langtree – 1.8 miles
Great Torrington – 4 miles
Bideford – 10 miles
Westward Ho! Beach – 14 miles
Barnstaple – 16 miles
M5 Motorway / Tiverton Parkway – 40 miles
The Property - This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful Grade II Listed residence, with a wealth of charm and character features. The property has been the subject of sympathetic refurbishment, and now offers highly versatile accommodation, which could suit a variety of purposes including as a family home, and with some minor alterations (and subject to any necessary planning permissions), a home with an income or dual family occupation.
At present, there are four reception rooms, four bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms. The property is equally as impressive externally, with a range of outbuildings including a brick built garage, an L shaped stone barn and an open fronted tractor store. There are generous gardens and grounds with an orchard, wildlife pond, a productive kitchen garden and a paddock.
Only with a full internal inspection can you start to appreciate the charm, character and vast potential of this stunning property and the agents have no hesitation in recommending an early viewing.
The accommodation, with approximate dimensions is more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans (to follow), but comprises:
Front door leads to
Entrance Hall - Ornate tiled floor. Stairs rise to the first floor landing.
Drawing Room - Floor to ceiling sash window with window shutters to the front elevation with countryside views. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth, with built in cupboards to chimney recess.
Snug / Study - Floor to ceiling sash window with window shutters to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Built in bookshelves.
Lobby - Slate flooring. Space for cloaks. Secondary stairs rising to the first floor landing. Under stairs storage cupboard. Back door to the courtyard.
Pantry - Overlooking the courtyard. Butler sink with slate work surfaces. Space for washing machine. Excellent storage.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room - A dual aspect room with views over the courtyard and surrounding field. Comprising a range of matching wall and base units, with double Belfast sink set into slate work surfaces. Space for a dishwasher. Integrated fridge. Oil fired Marshall range providing central heating and domestic hot water. Exposed floorboards. Opens to
Family/Dining Room - A stunning dual aspect room with vaulted ceiling and exposed A frames. Exposed floorboards, stone and lintels. Bi-folding glass doors lead to the courtyard and the side garden. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Steps lead to a
Mezzanine Study Area - Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.
There is also access to the guest accommodation/potential cottage or secondary accommodation.
First Floor Landing - Window to the rear elevation with stained glass inserts.
Bedroom 1 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Walk in wardrobes.
En-Suite Bathroom - A spacious room with low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin, large airing cupboard, chrome heated towel rail and sunken bath enjoying views over the surrounding land and countryside. Access via the secondary stairs to the lobby.
Bedroom 2 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Wide exposed floorboards. Ornate fireplace. Built in storage.
Bedroom 3 - Sash window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views. Wide exposed floorboards.
Shower Room - Comprising low level WC, vanity wash hand basin and a walk in shower. Chrome heated towel rail.
There is potential to create a separate annexe / cottage, subject to any necessary planning consents, which is highlighted on the accompanying floorplan. There is a separate access door from the courtyard, which leads to an
Entrance Hall - Slate flooring. Exposed stonework and lintels. Walk in storage cupboard. (There is also access into the family/dining room).
Lobby - Wooden flooring. Stairs rise to the first floor landing.
Cloakroom - Comprising low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Exposed floorboards. Window to the side elevation overlooking the field. Built in storage and space for a washing machine.
Sitting Room - (This room is currently used as a craft/play room.) Enjoying a triple aspect with vaulted ceiling and stable door leading to the courtyard. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth.
First Floor Landing - Opens to a mezzanine area overlooking the sitting room.
Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a bath with shower over. Velux window. Airing cupboard.
Bedroom 4 - A dual aspect room with Velux windows.
Outside - The property is accessed via a gated driveway to the right hand side of the property. This leads to a gravelled courtyard area to the rear, where there is ample off road parking. There is an open fronted brick built garage with a slate roof, power and light connected. To the left, there is access to a lovely kitchen garden, with a range of vegetable beds and greenhouse.
Attached to the main house is what is thought to have been the remains of an old chapel, with an interesting castellated roof to the front. This is currently used as a utility room, with slate flooring and two butler sinks. Space for fridge, freezers and a tumble dryer. There is also a gardener’s WC with a sink. Stairs then rise to the first floor, which is currently used for storage.
The front garden is laid to lawn, with flowerbeds and borders offering a wealth of plants and shrubs. To the right hand side of the driveway is a good sized area of garden, with trees, shrubs and flowerbeds, as well as a wildlife pond. It then opens to an orchard which has a mixture of fruit trees. Just beyond the courtyard to the rear of the property is a range of outbuildings, which include a single storey stone and slate barn, currently used as a wood store and shed. Opposite this is a store/shed and beyond, an open fronted tractor shed. There is also a secondary access from the rear leading to the tractor store. To the left hand side of the main house is a paddock, in total, the property benefits from around 4.8 acres.
Property Information
Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage (septic tank). Oil fired central heating.
Local Authority - Torridge District Council – .
Contents, Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned within this brochure plus all fitted carpets are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments and furniture etc are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.
Viewing - By appointment with Jackson-Stops North Devon .
For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions - From Torrington proceed out of the town of the A386 road towards Okehampton. Proceed for around 1.5 miles, passing the turning on the left hand side for Little Torrington. Upon reaching the top of the hill, turn right signposted towards Langtree. Continue along this lane, and take the first left hand turning, signposted towards Langtree Week. Proceed along this country lane for around 1.2 miles, where you will then reach a sharp right hand bend - turn left here, signposted towards Langtree Week. Proceed for a short distance as the road bears around to the right hand side, and the property will be found on your right hand side with name plate clearly displayed.
Marketed by: Jackson-Stops, Barnstaple
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.