Marsland Manor

Marsland Manor is an impressive Grade II* Listed farmhouse set on a stunning headland on the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast. Dating from the 16th century the property is steeped in history with renowned historian Charles Henderson describing the property as “one of the most interesting and picturesque old houses in Cornwall”. The property features more than 4,000 sq ft of well-presented accommodation configured over two floors and has been sensitively modernised to combine the amenities of modern living whilst retaining a wealth of attractive characterful features including sash windows, original fireplaces, flagstone flooring and exposed timber beams. Marsland Manor is set in an outstanding position and enjoys breath-taking coastal and countryside views. The property further benefits from three beautifully presented cottages and extensive outbuildings.

A bright entrance hall leads you through to the ground floor reception rooms. The formal dining room is generously sized and features a superb original fireplace with a wood burning stove and a dual-aspect that allows for plenty of natural light. Leading on from the dining room is the equally spacious sitting room that is adorned with a variety of characterful features including exposed wooden floorboards and beams and a stone-built fireplace fitted with a woodburning stove. The sitting room has a door that opens out onto the sunny central courtyard area. The traditional farmhouse kitchen has attractive flagstone flooring, wooden cabinetry that allows for plenty of storage space, an Aga and space for a breakfast table. The additional kitchen room features an impressive original inglenook fireplace and an exposed original timber ceiling. This room provides space for appliances and is also used as a boot room. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a downstairs cloakroom and a utility room that provides further space for appliances and storage.

The first floor accommodation has six double bedrooms accessed via two separate staircases. The generous principal bedroom benefits from a dual-aspect that provides light-filled accommodation and enjoys views over the courtyard gardens. The additional bedrooms provide further bright and spacious accommodation. One of the bedrooms is a walk-through to another bedroom and could be reconfigured for use as an en suite, study or another reception room if preferred. The first floor is serviced by a modern shower room. The attic is currently used for storage space but could be converted into further accommodation space if required.

The Cottages
Marsland Manor benefits from an attached cottage and a further two detached cottages that provide flexible accommodation options for multigenerational living or can provide excellent opportunities for income potential. Cottage 3 is attached to the main farmhouse and comprises a kitchen and dining room on the ground floor and a sitting room, bathroom and double bedroom on the first floor. This cottage has access to the inner courtyard garden. Cottage 1 provides further well-appointed accommodation configured over three floors. On the ground floor there is a kitchen/ breakfast room that features a triple aspect allowing for plenty of natural light as well as a spacious sitting room. Adjacent to the sitting room is the generous en suite principal bedroom. A further two bedrooms are found on the first floor, one of which is ensuite along with a family bathroom. On the lower ground floor is a further two bedrooms and a shower room. This cottage enjoys its own private garden that is mainly laid lawn and features a border of mature trees and shrubs for privacy. Also within the garden is a small terrace area which is an ideal space for al fresco dining. Cottage 2 is located in front of the farmhouse and provides beautifully
appointed accommodation across one floor.The spacious sitting room features a vaulted ceiling and a dual-apect providing light filled accommodation. There is an impressive fireplace and French doors that lead to the outside. Cottage 2 is further comprised a kitchen, family bathroom and two bedrooms and enjoys its own courtyard garden.

Marsland Manor is situated in an exceptional rural position, set just back from the dramatic headland overlooking the North Cornwall coast. Situated in the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the area provides breath-taking walking, cycling and riding routes with the South West Coast Path nearby. The parish of Morwenstow benefits from beautiful unspoiled beaches including Marsland Mouth, Duckpool and Stanbury Mouth and also has a 13th century public house, riding stables and an active rural community. The nearby coastal town of Bude provides further beautiful scenery and opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Bude also provides a range of facilities, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants. Local amenities can be found in the nearby village of Kilhampton that include, shops, restaurants, public houses, churches and schools. Launceston 25 miles away offers a more comprehensive range of amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, pubs, restaurants, a leisure centre and a golf course. While the town of Okehampton is 35 miles away and offers extensive facilities as well as access to the A30. The nearest primary school is the outstanding rated St Mark’s CofE Primary School in Morwenstow, while secondary schooling is available in Launceston and Bude.

The property is set in far reaching gardens and grounds that total approximately 106.5 acres and include peaceful woodland, undulating fields and meadows, an orchard and attractive courtyards. The farmhouse is centred around a sunny courtyard that provides the perfect space for al fresco dining and entertaining. The gardens that surround the property include well-maintained lawns, flowerbeds, a variety of established shrubs and trees and mature hedgerow. Within the properties extensive grounds are several outbuildings and barns including a concrete hard standing for farm vehicles and machinery. The property is accessed via a five bar gate and a gravel driveway that leads to the front of the farmhouse where there is parking space for multiple vehicles. The property is surrounded by spectacular views of far reaching rolling countryside and the sea beyond.

Public Rights of Way: there are public rights of way which cross the property. Please refer to the agents for further details

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