Higher Barn

Higher Barn is a delightful detached period property, with plenty of character, set in a stunning rural position close to the highly regarded moorland town of Ashburton. The accommodation displays a range of original features, including exposed timber beams and stone-built fireplaces, complemented by modern additions including extensive glazing, plus a light and airy conservatory. The property also has underfloor heating throughout, CCTV and a good broadband connection, as well as planning permission in place to create an additional reception room, bedroom and conservatory.

The ground floor has a well-proportioned sitting room with French doors opening out to the front garden and a stone-built fireplace, fitted with a wood burning stove. The dining room has French doors opening to the rear, an Aga and an oak staircase leading to the galleried first floor landing. Adjoining the dining room, the kitchen offers plenty of storage with traditional wooden fitted units, as well as a number of integrated appliances. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a conservatory with lovely views and a shower room. The first floor has three double bedrooms, all of which have en suite bath or shower rooms. Stunning views of the surrounding rolling fields and hills can be appreciated from much of the accommodation.

General:
Local Authority: Teignbridge District Council.

Services: Mains electricity and water. Private septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Council Tax: Band F.

Rights of Way: A neighbouring property has a Right of Way to access their septic tank which is located within Higher Barn's land. Additional information is available from the vendors' agent.

Planning Reference: 18/01340/FUL.

Planning: Prospective purchasers are advised that they must make their own enquiries of Teignbridge District Council.

Higher Barn is set in an enviable position approximately half a mile away from the highly desirable Dartmoor town of Ashburton, with excellent walking, cycling and riding opportunities direct from the property. The town has a lively range of shopping facilities, with a wide range of independent shops offering vintage goods, antiques, a family-run ironmonger’s, delicatessen, an artisan bakery, cafes, pubs, a fish deli and the renowned Ashburton Cookery School. There is also a well-regarded primary school and South Dartmoor Community College. Ashburton also has a very active community, with plenty of activities and clubs to enjoy at the Ashburton Arts Centre including yoga, various styles of dance, life drawing and a drama group.

Due to the property's close proximity to the Dartmoor National Park, there are endless opportunities for riding, cycling and walking directly from the property. Dartmoor National Park covers an area of 368 square miles and features hills, valleys, granite tors and rivers, providing a dazzling backdrop to outdoor pursuits. There is golf at the popular Stover Golf Club, just six miles away, and wonderful sailing on the breathtakingly beautiful South Devon coast.

Totnes, approximately seven miles away, was nominated in British Airways ’Highlife’ magazine as one of the world’s top ten funky towns. Totnes has a medieval castle, direct access to the River Dart and offers an eclectic range of interesting independent shops and boutique stores. There is a street market twice a week and a monthly food market. There are good private and state schools in the area, including Stover School and King Edward VI Community College.

Exeter, approximately 20 miles away, is the most thriving city in the South West. The city offers a wealth of cultural activities with the theatre, the museum, arts centre and a variety of good shopping, including John Lewis, Waitrose and many excellent restaurants. There is a good choice of schooling in Exeter including The Maynard, Exeter College (Ofsted Outstanding), Exeter Maths School (Ofsted Outstanding) and Exeter School, whilst Exeter University is recognised as one of the best universities in the country.

Communication links are excellent with good connections via the A38 to the M5 and A30, and on to the national motorway network. There are regular rail services to London from Newton Abbot and Exeter St Davids, taking as little as just over two hours. Exeter International Airport provides a good range of flights to a number of European and international destinations.

Higher Barn is set in approximately 16.6 acres, which include fields of pasture and a well-maintained all-weather manege for training horses. There are several outbuildings, including a stables complex with a concrete courtyard, an office, a workshop and a substantial agricultural barn; all of which provide everything that is required to run a commercial stabling operation and/or a smallholding. At the front of the house, a block-paved driveway provides access and plenty of parking space. The garden is mostly to the front, taking in spectacular countryside views. There are paved terraces and an area of lawn, as well as a hot tub, situated in a summer house.

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