4 bedroom house

Detached period farmhouse situated in a rural but not isolated location with 15 acres of pasture and woodland, and extensive outbuildings. Ideal for those looking for a property with a range of outbuildings and diverse land that they can put their own stamp on and make a family home with income potential. Planning approval to operate a children’s activity centre and creation of a tea room.

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Situation And Amenities - The village of Huntshaw is nestled in some of North Devon's most attractive and un-spoilt countryside where numerous woodland walks can be found. The property is situated an equal distance from Bideford and the historic Civil War market town of Great Torrington which offers a wide range of amenities for its size, including banks, butchers, bakeries, Post Office, greengrocers, various public houses, places of worship, primary and secondary School. There is also a 9 hole golf course on the outskirts of Great Torrington and nearby tourist attractions include RHS Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal factory, The Plough Arts Centre which is a theatre, cinema & art gallery and the Tarka Trail along the old railway line. The port and market town of Bideford sits on the banks of the River Torridge, offering an excellent range of amenities including banks, butchers, bakeries, various shopping facilities, restaurants, places of worship, schooling for all ages (public and private) and five supermarkets.
The coast at Westward Ho! is approximately 8 miles away and has a safe and sandy surfing beach, access to the South West Coastal footpath, which adjoins Northern Burrows Country Park and the Royal North Devon Golf Club, reputed to be the oldest links golf course in England. Instow beach is 15 minutes drive away with the regional centre of Barnstaple is approximately 8 miles away and offers all of the areas main business, shopping and commercial venues. There are also good transport opportunities with the link road connecting to Junction 27 of the M5 motorway and railway station which connects via the Tarka line to Exeter and Tiverton Parkway.

Description - Lower Twitchen Farm is a detached Devonshire farmhouse believed to date back 400 years, situated in a rural but not isolated location surrounded by rolling farmland and enchanting woodland. The property is tucked away, situated off a quiet lane and long drive with its gardens and land that wraps around the property, giving it a feeling of privacy.
The land extends to 15 acres of sloping pasture and tree lined enclosed paddocks, ideal for those looking for an equestrian property or hobby farm. The stream fronted beautiful woodland could also be used for camping/yurt site, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

In the 2018, the property was granted retrospective planning permission for the use of the office, barns and land to operate a children’s activity centre, parking and the creation of a tea room, making this a perfect home business opportunity for those seeking a change of lifestyle. Information can be found at Torridge District Council, planning reference 1/0691/2018/FUL.
As well as the land, there is an extensive range of useful outbuildings including block built piggeries and a large block and corrugated tractor barn with attached open pole barn. there is also a detached stone two storey barn which has the potential to be converted into a holiday barn or annexe subject to planning with adjoining storage sheds. There is also a detached office (tea room building) with a kitchen area, WC and ample parking, with planning permission granted for more parking/carpark to the rear.

The accommodation of the farmhouse is deceptively spacious comprising entrance porch, dining room, living room, sitting room, conservatory and kitchen with large pantry. A family bathroom and separate WC also on the ground floor. On the first floor, there are four bedrooms all enjoying countryside views.
Although needing some updating and redecoration throughout, Lower Twitchen Farm is in our opinion perfect for buyers that are looking for a property with a range of outbuildings and land, that they can not only put their own stamp on and make a family home but offer the opportunity to have a business from home.
Formal gardens wrap around the property with access to the stock fenced fields and a delightful area of woodland with numerous winding pathways.

Directions - From Bideford Quay proceed across the old bridge and turn left turning right into Manteo Way. Continue to the top of Manteo Way where you will reach a roundabout, go straight across the roundabout taking the next turning on your left hand side. Continue on this road going through Gammaton Cross and going through the hamlet of Guscott until reaching a four cross road and then go straight across then you will see a fork in the road, take the right and fork where the entrance to to the property can be found on the left.

Services - Mains water and electric. Private drainage.



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