Detached house for sale in West Putford, Holsworthy EX22

Nestled in the heart of the Devon Countryside, in this tranquil and unspoilt location is this stunning period residence believed to date back to 1600. Offering particularly versatile and spacious accommodation of approx. 2,480sq ft, with 3 bedrooms (1 ensuite) and 3 receptions rooms. The cottage at the rear can easily be reincorporated into the main house, or used to provide an excellent income. Beautifully landscaped gardens and plenty of off road parking. South Worden enjoys approximately 2 acres of land in total, set up for equestrian use with menage, enclosed paddocks and a purpose-built stable block, workshop and garage.The area of West Putford is surprisingly convenient for a range of local amenities and leisure pursuits, being close to the Devon/Cornwall borders. The self-contained village of Bradworthy is a couple of miles away and offers a good range of traditional and local shops, including a butchers, post office, general stores, etc. Other village amenities include a doctor's surgery, bowling green, garages, popular pub, social club, well supported village hall where many activities take place, and the particularly well respected Bradworthy Primary Academy with its Pre-School facilities. Neighbouring towns include the coastal resort of Bude with its safe sandy surfing beaches which is some 12 miles, and the port and market town of Bideford is also some 12 miles distant and both towns offer a wide range of facilities. The regional and North Devon centre of Barnstaple is some 21 miles and offers a wider range of national stores, and the North Devon link road continues to Tiverton where the M5 and the National Network can be accessed. Particular places of interest include outstanding National Trust coastline at Sandymouth, Clovelly, and Hartland, rhs Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal, Upper & Lower Tamar Lakes, The Plough Arts Centre, and numerous garden centres, pubs, and restaurants.<br/><br/><b>Directions</b><br/>From Holsworthy take the A388 Bideford road passing through Holsworthy Beacon and upon reaching Venn Green turn left signposted ‘Abbotts Bickington/W & E Putford/Bradworthy’. Continue on this road for just over a mile and at Five Lanes Cross turn left towards Bradworthy/W & E Putford. Follow this road for approximately half a mile and upon reaching Worden Cross turn right signposted ‘Chollaton’ and after a short distance the property will be found on your left hand side.

Kitchen/ Diner (31' 5" x 10' 10")

A simply superb, light and airy room with partially vaulted ceiling. A fitted kitchen with a comprehensive range of units with solid wood work surfaces over, incorporating an inset twin Belfast sink. Professional range style cooker, integrated dishwasher and fridge. Ample space for a large dining room table and chairs. Stone floor with underfloor heating. Sliding door to patio and garden.

Utility Room (11' 6" x 5' 3")

Solid wood worktop with plumbing and recess for washing machine and tumble dryer. Space for American style fridge/ freezer. Window and door to side elevation.

Boiler Room (8' 5" x 5' 3")

Housing oil fired boiler with ample storage and drying space.

Living Room (17' 4" x 14' 6")

A most characterful, dual aspect room with a large stone inglenook fireplace with a timber mantle. Exposed ceiling beams and windows to front and side elevations.

Sitting Room (17' 1" x 14' 10")

An inglenook fireplace with a clome oven and timber mantle over. Impressive, large plank solid wood flooring. Window and door overlooking the landscaped garden.

Study (12' 10" x 7' 2")

Attractive stone flooring. Window to front elevation.

Cloakroom (6' 8" x 4' 1")

Close coupled WC and wash hand basin.

First Floor

Bedroom 1 (18' 10" x 14' 11")

A beautifully presented, light and airy dual aspect room with windows to front and side elevations. Lovely period features include timber flooring, exposed ceiling beams and a stone feature fireplace.

Ensuite (5' 8" x 5' 7")

Enclosed corner shower cubicle with mains fed shower connected, close coupled WC and vanity unit with wash hand basin.

Bedroom 2 (12' 5" x 9' 4")

A generous size double bedroom with window to front elevation and built in wardrobe.

Bathroom (12' 3" x 7' 1")

A newly fitted, high quality bathroom suite comprises large double ended bath, spacious luxury rainfall shower, double size basin with vanity unit and WC. High vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.

Outside

The property is approached through a five-bar gate from the parish lane onto a driveway providing extensive off road parking. Gravel paths lead across the gardens to the main entrance via a pergola covered with Wisteria and Clematis to a main solid oak front porch, and through the garden to private, enclosed patio, housing hot tub and BBQ area, including external lights and electrics. The stunning landscaped gardens are predominately laid to lawn and an outstanding stone sculpture surrounded by a wild flower area. At the front is a lovely patio providing an ideal spot for alfresco dining whilst enjoying a delightful outlook over the garden.

The Land

The land is currently arranged for equestrian use with approximately 2 acres, comprising an enclosed yard in front of the stable building with good access via a timber 5 bar gate. A small turnout paddock leads to the 40m x 20m Menage with surrounding paddock. A further 5 bar gate leads to the main field. All the gates and fencing have been recently renewed.

Property Condition

South Worden has benefited from extensive investment over the past 24 months, including the creation of the cottage, new double glazed windows and doors, sewage treatment plant, new stable roof, new fencing and gates, upgraded electrics and heating system. The thatch is Austrian Water Reed (40 year lifespan) and is in good condition, being approximately 5 years old at the front and 7 years old at the rear.

The Stables (48' 0" x 34' 0")

A superb purpose-built stable block, with hardwood interior comprising 2 loose boxes of 11'11 x 11'10, a foaling box 20'3 x 11'11 and a large tack/feed room. The building also incorporates a Workshop/ store 21'0 x 13'7 and garage - 17'10 x 13'8. Development potential considered subject to gaining the necessary consents.

Services

Mains electricity and water, Oil fired central heating. Private drainage via a newly installed treatment plant.

The Cottage

Currently uses as an established and lucrative holiday cottage. Equally, it could be re-incorporated back into the main house very easily.

Living Room (15' 6" x 14' 9")

Dual aspect with spiral staircase.

Kitchen (8' 6" x 6' 8")

Bespoke with integrated dishwasher and fridge.

Bathroom (12' 4" x 6' 8")

With bath and seperate shower.

First Floor

Bedroom (16' 3" x 14' 11")

Generous double bedroom with large plank solid wood flooring, vaulted ceiling and glass fronted balcony.