The Former Stables at Ward Lane

Yarnscombe, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3LU

Guide Price

£450,000

  • Status: FOR SALE SOLD UNDER OFFER
  • First Marketed: May 2022
  • Removed: Nov 2022
  • 16.6 acres

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Property Tags: Equestrian

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  • First Marketed: May 2022
  • Removed: Nov 2022
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  • Property Tags: Equestrian
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A great and rare opportunity to purchase these former stables which are set in a private and idyllic location which has consent for conversion into a 3/4-bedroom detached dwelling together with 16.6 acres enjoying unspoilt countryside views.

Situation - This barn is located in a very private and idyllic setting in this pretty Devonshire village of Yarnscombe with a friendly community and village hall, offering a range of social and sporting opportunities for all ages, as well as a church and mobile library. There are a number of nearby pleasant walks to enjoy the surrounding North Devon countryside and situated within an easy driving distance of the coast. Great Torrington is just over 5 miles away with a range of leisure pursuits and amenities including supermarket, schooling for all ages, Pannier Market and the renowned Plough Arts Centre, which offers entertainment to suit all ages and tastes. The town itself is surrounded on three sides by common ground offering over 20 miles of footpaths and an abundance of wildlife, as well as the Tarka Trail. Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks are both within approximately a 30 minutes drive offering providing excellent out riding, walking and other country pursuits over the moors. The larger towns of Bideford and Barnstaple, approximately 9 miles away, provide more extensive retail facilities, leisure and transport opportunities.

From Barnstaple, there are links via the A361 which connects to the motorway network and Tiverton Parkway station at junction 27 of the M5. The local rail line at Umberleigh around 4 miles away has direct access to the Catherdral City of Exeter with mainline rail links, University and international airport.

Description - A great and rare opportunity to purchase a barn which has consent for conversion into a 3/4-bedroom detached dwelling. Planning was granted on the 4th January 2022 under Torridge planning reference1/1121/2021/FUL for conversion to a single story detached dwelling incorporating an Entrance Lobby, Study, Living/Dining Room/Kitchen, WC, Utility Room, Snug/Playroom/Bedroom 4 and 3 double Bedrooms all with en-suites. Externally there is independent access from the lane, ample parking to the front and a ‘courtyard style’ garden to the rear. The barn is being offered with 16.6 acres in total as shown on the accompanying Promap plan and enjoys unspoilt countryside views. The guide price for this lot is in offers in excess of £450,000.

Special Note - The barn is being offered with the full 16.6 acres as shown, however less land is available and can be discussed with the agent. When a sale is agreed, contract plans will be prepared and exact acreages confirmed.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment please with the selling agents Bideford Office, . Email-



Marketed by: Stags, Bideford

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