Highfield - Whole

A rare opportunity to acquire a secluded bungalow with adaptable outbuildings and situated within 11.07 acres of pasture and amenity woodland. Available as a whole or in up to two lots.

Highfield comprises a detached bungalow affording well proportioned accommodation, situated at the end of a private driveway that enjoys a high degree of seclusion and privacy. Set within woodland and adjoining bare land, the adaptability of the property is complimented by a range of purpose built outbuildings and former pump house. The holding extends in total to approximately 11.07 acres. It is offered for sale either as a whole or in up to 2 lots as described within these particulars.

LOT 1
Highfield bungalow, workshop, outbuilding and land and woodland extending to approximately 9.07 acres. It is shown edged red in the accompanying title.

THE PROPERTY
This detached bungalow whilst in need of modernisation offers the potential purchaser to create a wonderful home with scope for enlargement (STPP) and currently provides a large open plan Kitchen/Diner, a good size living room and a conservatory. Three bedrooms with family bathroom. The property has ample parking and a double garage.

THE LAND
The land associated with Lot 1 comprises an attractive block of woodland, scrub and some pasture and is principally comprised of two enclosures. The first adjoins the Highfield bungalow and is of predominantly gently sloping, mature woodland and an area of pasture that is currently unused. The north, west and south of this enclosure is bounded by traditional bank and hedgerow boundaries, with some post and wire fences in places. To the east of Lot 1, the land becomes steeper and densely vegetated, before dropping to the public highway. It may be suited to a variety of smallholder, equestrian, conservation or other amenity uses, subject to any necessary planning permissions where applicable. Further, Lot 1 includes a workshop and outbuilding that may be described as follows:-
Workshop of block-built construction with two roller doors and ample space.

One generously sized agricultural outbuilding of steel-framed construction beneath a steel profile roof suitable for small agricultural vehicles or equipment.

Lot 1 includes the tarmac–laid driveway that leads uphill to the bungalow and it should be noted that if Lot 2 is sold separately, the new owners will enjoy rights of access to that portion of the driveway that leads to the entrance of the holding. However, this portion of the driveway lies out of sight of the bungalow and it is not expected that shared access of the driveway should disturb the privacy of the owners of Lot 1.

LOT 2
Two enclosures of pastureland, former pump house and two ponds, together with around 2.00 acres. It is shown edged blue in the accompanying identification plan.

Situated to the north of Lot 1, Lot 2 is currently accessed by a timber gate to the west of the enclosure and that opens on to the driveway. Lot 2 is approximately 2.00 acres and comprises two enclosures. The first enclosure includes gently sloping pasture of an easterly aspect and is bounded by timber post and rail fences to the north and east and traditional bank and hedgerows to the south. Further, it contains a former pump house that we understand used to serve the village of Stoodleigh. It has now been converted to serve as a storeroom and may be described as follows:-

Former pump house of two rooms accessed by a timber gate and of uncoursed stone and brick construction beneath a mono-pitched slate roof. The floors are of mixed brick and concrete construction. The former pump house is in a serviceable condition for its current use and measures approximately 2.5m x 8.5m.

The first enclosure is currently unused, containing some woody shrubs and is wet underfoot in parts. An overhead electricity line crosses the holding and we have assumed that standard wayleaves or easements exist in respect of this.

The second enclosure contains two ponds, is bounded by timber post and rail fences and includes access to a stream.

Should Lot 1 and Lot 2 be sold separately, the latter will enjoy rights of access to that portion of the driveway that leads to the first enclosure.

GENERAL REMARKS

TENURE AND POSSESSION
Freehold with vacant possession available upon completion.

SERVICES AND OUTGOINGS
Highfield is listed as Band E for Council Tax purposes.

Mains electricity, private drainage, solid fuel Rayburn providing the heating and hot water.

The tranquil village of Stoodleigh enjoys an enviable position within hills above the Exe Valley. Stoodleigh’s peaceful location offers local people exceptional walking, riding and cycling. To the south and approached by the A396, lies Tiverton; a popular Mid Devon town with a population of approximately 20,587 (2019). Straddling the River Exe, the historic market town affords a comprehensive range of commercial, recreational and educational facilities including the noted public school of Blundell’s. From here access is readily available eastwards via the A361 (T) to the M5 (J27) with mainline rail connections available adjacent to this junction at Tiverton Parkway. To the north lies Dulverton and Exmoor National Park, with Wivelisombe and Taunton to the east and approached via the B3227.
The property occupies a position within South West England renowned for both the diversity of its countryside and for the many varied sporting and recreational facilities available either within the immediate vicinity or further afield. The National Park of Exmoor lies a short distance to the north and provides diverse scenery ranging from open moorland to deep wooded valleys interspersed with traditional farmsteads, hamlets and villages. Within the immediate surroundings there are a number of foot and bridle ways and the property will undoubtedly appeal to those with all rural interests.

Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Tiverton