Detached house for sale in Northlew, Okehampton EX20

Description

This truly unique and elegant home sits in a commanding position on its 6-acre plot, with far reaching views towards Dartmoor. Very well presented and retaining a wealth of original character features, the property is accessed along a private drive, well screened from the road, which provides access to the detached garage and parking area. With over 5800 sq ft of well-proportioned accommodation, In addition,
the present owners have obtained planning
permission for a single storey, detached
dwelling which cannot be seen from the
main house, offering additional opportunity
for any incoming purchaser. The property
offers a variety of potential uses, not least
a generous home with income generated by the one-bedroom annexe.

Of particular note is the wine cellar, which could be utilised in a number of ways. There is a detached workshop and numerous areas of formal garden complimenting the paddocks which are ideal for livestock or a pony. This very special property cannot be fully appreciated without internal inspection and early viewing is considered essential.

Situation

Historically, Northlew formed part of Black Torrington Hundred. It gets its name from the ancient manor of Lew, mentioned in the Domesday Book; the village of Lewdown and the River Lew are nearby. The village has the melancholy distinction of having lost the highest proportion of its enlisting population of any municipality in the United Kingdom during the First World War: Of 100 men who enlisted in the forces, 24 died. A stone memorial to them was recently erected in the churchyard, replacing wooden memorial tablets within the church.

Legend has it that the Devil died of the cold in Northlew. There is a stone in the village that represents where the Devil is meant to have died of the cold.

The village boasts a public house, two churches and a primary school. The bustling town of Okehampton, packed full of facilities, is a mere 6 miles distant. The position also provides excellent access into Exeter via the A30.

Directions

From the Belstone Services junction on the A30, take the B3260 through Okehampton. After leaving the town, take the first turning right signposted Nortlew and Bude. Follow this road towards the village of Northlew. The property will be found after approximately 6 miles, accessed along a private drive on the left hand side, just prior to entering the village.

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Agents Note

The vendors have advised that there are rights of access for a neighbouring property, The Coach House, should they need to repair/maintain their building façade

Planning was granted in 2017 (2056/17/ful) for the demolition of a redundant pool house and the erection of a new, two-bedroom single storey dwelling. The site has been cleared and levelled in preparation.

Services

The vendor has advised the following: Mains electricity and water. Oil storage tank serving the central heating boiler and hot water. Multi fuel stove which is also linked to the radiators. Private drainage system/septic tank for the exclusive use of the property, current cost for emptying approx. £225 p.a.

Telephone landline/broadband currently in contract with BT. Broadband Openreach approx. Download speed 33.00 Mbps and Upload speed 7.1 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property.