6 bedroom house
Hartland, Bideford, Devon, EX39 6DZ
Guide Price
£1,100,000
Residential Tags: Private Water Supply
Property Tags: Holiday Cottage
Land Tags: N/A
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Jun 2022
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: Private Water Supply
- Property Tags: Holiday Cottage
- Land Tags: N/A
A beautiful detached period residence with annexe in an elevated and idyllic position, within walking distance of the spectacular coastline and Speke’s Mill.
Location - Situated in an elevated south-facing position, enjoying magnificent countryside views is this stunning residence; Ackworthy enjoys complete privacy and seclusion, yet is within walking distance of the spectacular coastline. At the bottom of the valley (0.2 miles away) is Milford Water, a stream that follows the base of the valley down, and cascades as a spectacular waterfall over the clifftops to the beach and sea below. This is known as Speke’s Mill Mouth, and is accessible via an unmade track just below the property, and is a healthy 20 minute walk.
The countryside surrounding the hamlet at Speke’s offers wonderful coastal and inland walks, together with delightful countryside for riding and cycling. The property is within easy access of the village of Hartland itself, around 3 miles away, which offers a good range of local amenities including a medical centre, Post Office, public houses, shops and a village primary school, as well the nearby Hartland Quay and Hartland Abbey. The unspoilt Hartland Peninsular is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and frequently lends itself to film locations, most recently Rebecca (Netflix), The Guernsey Potato Peel Society and Mallory Towers (CBBC).
The towns of Bude and Bideford are both around 15 miles equidistant, and offer a wider range of facilities including further education establishments, hospital, banks and other amenities. Barnstaple, the regional centre for North Devon is located around 40 minutes by car, whilst Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway is approximately a 90-minute drive.
Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road, which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is located at the regional centre of Barnstaple, which connects to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is about an hour and thirty minutes’ drive away, which connects to London and beyond.
Mileages
Speke’s Mill Mouth/The Coast – 20 minute walk
Hartland Village – 3 miles
Bideford/Bude – 15 miles
Barnstaple – 25 miles
M5 Motorway – around 90 minutes’ drive
The Property - Jackson-Stops North Devon are proud to present to the market this truly superb property located within walking distance of the well-known Speke’s Mill waterfall and coastline. This exquisite non-listed property stands in an elevated position, commanding outstanding panoramic countryside views and enjoys complete seclusion and privacy.
Ackworthy has been the subject of extensive and sympathetic refurbishment during the current vendors’ ownership and blends a fantastic range of character features with modern day conveniences. This includes rethatching (in 2014), replacement windows, new bathrooms and kitchens and rewiring. The property now offers characterful and versatile accommodation and incorporates five bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms (two en-suite) as well as a one bedroom annexe/holiday cottage.
Equally as impressive on the outside, the property is approached via a five-bar gate and over a sweeping driveway; it cannot be seen from the lane so is wonderfully private, and stands in grounds of just over an acre (1.06). The grounds comprise a delightful mix of formal gardens with a wooded section bordered by a small stream which has been left to wildlife and nature. There are also two stone outbuildings that offer further potential for a variety of uses (STPP).
Properties of this calibre and location very rarely become available to the open market - available with no ongoing chain - and only with a full internal inspection can you start to appreciate everything on offer.
The accommodation with approximate dimensions, more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans, comprises:
Front door gives access to:
Entrance Porch - Window to the side elevation. Space for cloaks.
Reception Hall - Split staircase rising to the first floor landing and bedroom one. Slate flooring. Window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views.
Sitting Room - Three windows to the front elevation enjoying panoramic countryside views. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth with exposed stonework and timber lintel. Wood flooring.
Utility - Range of matching wall and base units with space for washing machine. Slate floor. Stable door giving access to the rear elevation.
Cloakroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, slate flooring and window.
Bedroom 3 - Window to the side elevation overlooking the garden. Wooden flooring.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin and a corner shower cubicle. Tongue and groove panelled bath. Slate flooring. Window to the side elevation.
Dining Room - A dual aspect room with an interesting stone fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Exposed beams.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - A dual aspect room with panoramic countryside views; the kitchen comprises an excellent range of base units with sink set into wooden work surfaces and integrated dishwasher. Space for American style fridge freezer (available by separate negotiation) and space for range-style cooker set into chimney recess (available by separate negotiation). Slate flooring.
Lobby - Access to the garden.
Dairy - A dual aspect room with slate flooring.
First Floor
Bedroom 1 - A spectacular bedroom enjoying a triple aspect with feature circular window enjoying panoramic views over the countryside. Part vaulted ceiling. Eaves storage.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and double shower cubicle. Chrome heated towel rail.
First Floor Landing - Exposed beams. Window overlooking the garden. Exposed stonework.
Bedroom 4 - Window to the rear elevation. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed beam.
Family Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tongue and groove panelled bath with shower over. Slate floor. Window to the side elevation. Built-in storage.
Bedroom 5 - Vaulted ceiling with exposed A frames. Feature chimney breast with exposed stonework. Window to the side elevation.
Bedroom 2 - A spectacular triple aspect room enjoying panoramic countryside views, vaulted ceiling and exposed A frames.
Annexe
Double doors lead to
Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen - A dual aspect room with vaulted ceilings and exposed A-Frames enjoying panoramic countryside views. Slate flooring.
Kitchen Area - Comprising a range of matching wall and base units with an island unit. Sink set into roll top work surfaces with integrated cooker, four ring electric hob and extractor over. Island unit. Integrated fridge and dishwasher.
Separate door gives access to the garden.
Inner Lobby - Slate flooring. Access to:
Bedroom - Window to the front elevation enjoying panoramic countryside views. Hatch access to loft space.
Utility - Space for washing machine and further matching wall and base units. Access to the rear garden.
Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tongue and groove panelled bath with shower over. Slate tiled floor. Heated towel rail.
Outside - The property is approached via a five bar gate and over a sweeping driveway that leads past the property and to an area of ample off road parking. As the driveway sweeps around the property, to the right hand side there are steps that lead down to a wooded area which has been left to encourage nature and wildlife and is bordered by mature trees, hedgerow and a small stream.
There are a range of stone outbuildings on the right hand side of the driveway with the first being a small detached shed, with a window enjoying countryside views, and an attached covered veranda/wood store. On the south-eastern boundary there is a larger stone and cob outbuilding which has great potential, subject to any necessary planning permissions.
There is a delightful garden to the front, with a lawned section and patio with flowerbeds and borders and enjoying panoramic views of the countryside. The garden to the rear is laid to lawn and is bordered by mature hedging and trees. There is also a further area of garden on the left as you approach the property. The whole garden enjoys a high degree of seclusion and privacy and a South Facing aspect. To the rear of the property is the plant room that houses all of the workings for the private water.
Property Information
Services - Mains electricity. Private water (borehole). Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (septic tank).
EPC Rating: D
Local Authority - Torridge District Council –[use Contact Agent Button].
Contents, Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned within this brochure are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments etc. are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.
Viewing - By appointment with Jackson-Stops, North Devon[use Contact Agent Button].
For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions - From Bideford, take the A39 towards Clovelly, and after the roundabout at Clovelly Cross continue along the A39 for a further half a mile and then turn right onto the B3248, towards Hartland. Proceed through Hartland Village, bearing left towards Stoke. In Stoke, turn left before the telephone box, following the brown tourist signs towards Docton Mill. After about 1 mile, take the next two right hand turnings, keeping left at the next crossroads. Proceed down the hill, and shortly after passing the stone pillars on the right (signed to Trellick) the five bar gate to Ackworthy is situated on the left hand side. Proceed through this gate and follow the driveway to the property.
Marketed by: Jackson-Stops, Barnstaple
Location - Situated in an elevated south-facing position, enjoying magnificent countryside views is this stunning residence; Ackworthy enjoys complete privacy and seclusion, yet is within walking distance of the spectacular coastline. At the bottom of the valley (0.2 miles away) is Milford Water, a stream that follows the base of the valley down, and cascades as a spectacular waterfall over the clifftops to the beach and sea below. This is known as Speke’s Mill Mouth, and is accessible via an unmade track just below the property, and is a healthy 20 minute walk.
The countryside surrounding the hamlet at Speke’s offers wonderful coastal and inland walks, together with delightful countryside for riding and cycling. The property is within easy access of the village of Hartland itself, around 3 miles away, which offers a good range of local amenities including a medical centre, Post Office, public houses, shops and a village primary school, as well the nearby Hartland Quay and Hartland Abbey. The unspoilt Hartland Peninsular is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and frequently lends itself to film locations, most recently Rebecca (Netflix), The Guernsey Potato Peel Society and Mallory Towers (CBBC).
The towns of Bude and Bideford are both around 15 miles equidistant, and offer a wider range of facilities including further education establishments, hospital, banks and other amenities. Barnstaple, the regional centre for North Devon is located around 40 minutes by car, whilst Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway is approximately a 90-minute drive.
Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road, which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is located at the regional centre of Barnstaple, which connects to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is about an hour and thirty minutes’ drive away, which connects to London and beyond.
Mileages
Speke’s Mill Mouth/The Coast – 20 minute walk
Hartland Village – 3 miles
Bideford/Bude – 15 miles
Barnstaple – 25 miles
M5 Motorway – around 90 minutes’ drive
The Property - Jackson-Stops North Devon are proud to present to the market this truly superb property located within walking distance of the well-known Speke’s Mill waterfall and coastline. This exquisite non-listed property stands in an elevated position, commanding outstanding panoramic countryside views and enjoys complete seclusion and privacy.
Ackworthy has been the subject of extensive and sympathetic refurbishment during the current vendors’ ownership and blends a fantastic range of character features with modern day conveniences. This includes rethatching (in 2014), replacement windows, new bathrooms and kitchens and rewiring. The property now offers characterful and versatile accommodation and incorporates five bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms (two en-suite) as well as a one bedroom annexe/holiday cottage.
Equally as impressive on the outside, the property is approached via a five-bar gate and over a sweeping driveway; it cannot be seen from the lane so is wonderfully private, and stands in grounds of just over an acre (1.06). The grounds comprise a delightful mix of formal gardens with a wooded section bordered by a small stream which has been left to wildlife and nature. There are also two stone outbuildings that offer further potential for a variety of uses (STPP).
Properties of this calibre and location very rarely become available to the open market - available with no ongoing chain - and only with a full internal inspection can you start to appreciate everything on offer.
The accommodation with approximate dimensions, more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans, comprises:
Front door gives access to:
Entrance Porch - Window to the side elevation. Space for cloaks.
Reception Hall - Split staircase rising to the first floor landing and bedroom one. Slate flooring. Window to the front elevation enjoying countryside views.
Sitting Room - Three windows to the front elevation enjoying panoramic countryside views. Wood burning stove on a slate hearth with exposed stonework and timber lintel. Wood flooring.
Utility - Range of matching wall and base units with space for washing machine. Slate floor. Stable door giving access to the rear elevation.
Cloakroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, slate flooring and window.
Bedroom 3 - Window to the side elevation overlooking the garden. Wooden flooring.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, wash hand basin and a corner shower cubicle. Tongue and groove panelled bath. Slate flooring. Window to the side elevation.
Dining Room - A dual aspect room with an interesting stone fireplace with wood burning stove on a slate hearth. Exposed beams.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - A dual aspect room with panoramic countryside views; the kitchen comprises an excellent range of base units with sink set into wooden work surfaces and integrated dishwasher. Space for American style fridge freezer (available by separate negotiation) and space for range-style cooker set into chimney recess (available by separate negotiation). Slate flooring.
Lobby - Access to the garden.
Dairy - A dual aspect room with slate flooring.
First Floor
Bedroom 1 - A spectacular bedroom enjoying a triple aspect with feature circular window enjoying panoramic views over the countryside. Part vaulted ceiling. Eaves storage.
En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and double shower cubicle. Chrome heated towel rail.
First Floor Landing - Exposed beams. Window overlooking the garden. Exposed stonework.
Bedroom 4 - Window to the rear elevation. Vaulted ceiling. Exposed beam.
Family Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tongue and groove panelled bath with shower over. Slate floor. Window to the side elevation. Built-in storage.
Bedroom 5 - Vaulted ceiling with exposed A frames. Feature chimney breast with exposed stonework. Window to the side elevation.
Bedroom 2 - A spectacular triple aspect room enjoying panoramic countryside views, vaulted ceiling and exposed A frames.
Annexe
Double doors lead to
Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room/Kitchen - A dual aspect room with vaulted ceilings and exposed A-Frames enjoying panoramic countryside views. Slate flooring.
Kitchen Area - Comprising a range of matching wall and base units with an island unit. Sink set into roll top work surfaces with integrated cooker, four ring electric hob and extractor over. Island unit. Integrated fridge and dishwasher.
Separate door gives access to the garden.
Inner Lobby - Slate flooring. Access to:
Bedroom - Window to the front elevation enjoying panoramic countryside views. Hatch access to loft space.
Utility - Space for washing machine and further matching wall and base units. Access to the rear garden.
Bathroom - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tongue and groove panelled bath with shower over. Slate tiled floor. Heated towel rail.
Outside - The property is approached via a five bar gate and over a sweeping driveway that leads past the property and to an area of ample off road parking. As the driveway sweeps around the property, to the right hand side there are steps that lead down to a wooded area which has been left to encourage nature and wildlife and is bordered by mature trees, hedgerow and a small stream.
There are a range of stone outbuildings on the right hand side of the driveway with the first being a small detached shed, with a window enjoying countryside views, and an attached covered veranda/wood store. On the south-eastern boundary there is a larger stone and cob outbuilding which has great potential, subject to any necessary planning permissions.
There is a delightful garden to the front, with a lawned section and patio with flowerbeds and borders and enjoying panoramic views of the countryside. The garden to the rear is laid to lawn and is bordered by mature hedging and trees. There is also a further area of garden on the left as you approach the property. The whole garden enjoys a high degree of seclusion and privacy and a South Facing aspect. To the rear of the property is the plant room that houses all of the workings for the private water.
Property Information
Services - Mains electricity. Private water (borehole). Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (septic tank).
EPC Rating: D
Local Authority - Torridge District Council –[use Contact Agent Button].
Contents, Fixtures and Fittings - Only those mentioned within this brochure are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments etc. are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation.
Viewing - By appointment with Jackson-Stops, North Devon[use Contact Agent Button].
For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions - From Bideford, take the A39 towards Clovelly, and after the roundabout at Clovelly Cross continue along the A39 for a further half a mile and then turn right onto the B3248, towards Hartland. Proceed through Hartland Village, bearing left towards Stoke. In Stoke, turn left before the telephone box, following the brown tourist signs towards Docton Mill. After about 1 mile, take the next two right hand turnings, keeping left at the next crossroads. Proceed down the hill, and shortly after passing the stone pillars on the right (signed to Trellick) the five bar gate to Ackworthy is situated on the left hand side. Proceed through this gate and follow the driveway to the property.
Marketed by: Jackson-Stops, Barnstaple
Land Registry Data
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