Longdown Close

A most attractive Residential Holding enjoying a convenient and readily accessible rural position on the edge of Exmoor comprising a detached four bedroomed farmhouse, an adaptable range of outbuildings and productive pasture land.
In all about 96.77 Acres.

The sale of Longdown Close offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a most attractive and adaptable residential smallholding occupying an outstanding rural position. The property once formed part of the Poltimore Estate and having been occupied by the current vendors family since 1947, it was purchased from the estate in 1951. This sale thereby affords prospective purchasers an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a most versatile property package affording residential, agricultural, equestrian and amenity appeal.
The property is centered upon an attractive detached stone and slate roofed traditional barn which was originally converted in about 1989 creating a superb rural residence providing well proportioned four bedroomed family accommodation. A useful range of outbuildings include a pretty former traditional shippon, which may have potential for a variety of alternative uses, subject to obtaining any appropriate planning permission. Also situated within the farmyard is an adaptable modern five bay cattle shed and a further tractor/machinery store. Adjoining the farmstead and extending to the south and west, is an excellent block of agricultural land, contained within a ring fence and principally comprising level and gently undulating productive pasture. The land may be well suited to a variety of agricultural, equestrian, conservation or other amenity uses. In total, Longdown Close extends to about 96.77 Acres (39.14 Ha) and is offered for sale as a whole, as described within these sale particulars and shown on the identification plan.

Longdown Close occupies a delightful rural position in an area known as Yarde Gate within the attractive and gently undulating band of countryside on the edge of the Exmoor National Park. The property is set in stunning and unspoilt countryside on the southern periphery of the Exmoor National Park.
Despite its peaceful rural location the property is well situated for easy access to the surrounding districts and main routes of communication. The popular village of North Molton provides a local primary school, public house, post office/store and sports club, whilst the bustling local market town of South Molton provides an excellent range of everyday services including shops, schools, restaurants, a high street bank, a Sainsbury’s supermarket, health centre, recreational facilities and a cottage hospital. The A361 North Devon link road is within easy driving distance providing access to the larger regional centre of Barnstaple as well as Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27). Mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway (London Paddington approx. 2 hours) with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
Longdown Close lies in the beautiful band of countryside on the edge of Exmoor, a predominantly agricultural landscape primarily comprising pasture and arable land interspersed with an abundance of woodland and pretty river valleys. Exmoor to the north offers wonderful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths, whilst the spectacular North Devon coast is easily accessible with lovely sandy beaches at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe.

The property is approached over a smart private gated entrance leading into a large concrete yard providing ample car parking and turning. To the rear of the house, steps lead up to a large garden, laid mainly to lawn with raised flower and rose borders, whilst at the far end of the house is a paved patio area overlooking a further lawned garden with a timber picket fence. The gardens enjoy lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, South Molton