A miniature coastal estate within Exmoor National Park which enjoys breath taking sea views and incorporates; Tastefully modernised 4 bedroom detached period farmhouse, two 2 bedroom period holiday cottages, buildings and 11.54 acres of mainly pasture. This is a change of lifestyle opportunity and a magical setting which is often sought, yet seldom found.

Situation And Amenities - The property enjoys the best of all worlds, nestling into a hillside surrounded by its own land within the Exmoor National Park, approximately 300 meters above sea level and astride the valley carved by the East and West Lyn rivers. The area is famed for its magnificent coastal scenery and the views over Lynton, the Bristol Channel and the Gower coast of South Wales are, quite simply magnificent. The property sits within many acres of grazing pasture yet is within 50 yards of a quiet country lane and only a few minutes walk to the nearest country pub. The environment here has virtually no light pollution, minimal traffic noise and some of the cleanest air in the country. For owners and clients a like, who are nature lovers and walkers, this is the perfect base. Many walks start directly outside the front doors where you can step literally straight on to designated footpaths with the South West coast path is just 20 minutes away. There are many other picturesque footpaths to explore across heather clad moorland or mysterious wooded valleys that are the habitat of red deer, otter etc. There is so much else to do and see in this part of Devon and nearby Somerset. The twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth, connected by the famous cliff railway, are a few minutes away and offer pubs, cafes and restaurants to suit every taste and pocket. There are beautiful sandy beaches, hidden rocky coves and many other places of interest all within a reasonable driving distance including the premier surfing beaches at Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton (the latter also offering Championship golf course). About half an hour by car there is access to the North Devon Link Road and a further half an hour from that is Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway at Tiverton and where Tiverton Parkway offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours. The nearest International airports are at Bristol or Exeter otherwise the nearest major towns are at Barnstaple and Minehead both about 19 miles and offering all the usual benefits including North Devon District Hospital at Barnstaple.

Description - We understand that there has been a property on the site since the 14th Century although the existing property probably dates back several hundred years and has been extended and improved over its recent history. The farmhouse presents elevations which are part limewash rendered part slate hung, beneath a slate roof. The two holiday cottages (understood to have been converted from a barn in 2004) present stone and painted, rendered elevations, also partly slate hung beneath slate roofs. All three properties have double glazed windows. This is an excellent example of a lifestyle property combining the attractions of country living with potential to operate a manageable business and produce a healthy income. For those interested in Equestrian pursuits, the pasture land adds a further dimension and the former Shippen offers potential for conversion to stabling if required. Alternatively, the existing grazing arrangements with a local farmer may well be continued by the eventual purchasers. The properties are complemented by an excellent modern barn/workshop separately accessed with its own yard, this could be adapted for a variety of uses including garaging etc. subject to any necessary planning consent. Nearest to the cottages is a range of garage and carport, and there are designated gardens and parking areas for all three properties.
All in all there is something for everyone as West Lyn Farmhouse and Cottages which represents a rare timeless commodity and is the type of prospect which is often sought, but seldom found.

Holiday Cottages - The current owners do not operate the cottages on a holiday basis and therefore there is no current income from them however, subject to a purchasers requirements, the selling agents are able to obtain projections of likely income from local holiday rental specialists. We are advised that the cottages can not be operated between the 15th January and 15th March each year therefore they currently have 10 month occupancy.
The layout of accommodation with approximate dimensions is more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplans but comprises:

The Farmhouse - The current owners have tastefully modernised the property which now combines quality 21st century refinements with many original period features enhanced by the addition of Oak doors and slate window sills virtually throughout. All principal rooms enjoy the superb sea views and the property is presented to a high standard.

Ground Floor - The delightful reconstructed stone porch has integrated seats either side, a half glazed stable door leads to the ENTRANCE HALL which has cathedral limestone flooring running through to the OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM which is double aspect, fitted with an extensive range of dark blue bespoke units with pewter handles, topped in slate, incorporating 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink with a Quooker tap, there is plumbing for washing machine, a peninsular unit with pan drawers below, matching larder cupboard, Everhot range within an inglenook stone surround, bressumer beam above, space for American style fridge/freezer, painted beamed ceiling, double walk in pantry with slate shelving, open archway to DINING ROOM with matching flooring, shelved recess, Oak meter cupboard above, inglenook accommodating wood burner and original bread oven, bressumer beam above, display niche, recess and aluminium framed double glazed French doors to side garden. SITTING ROOM a good sized, double aspect room, light is enhanced by a roof lantern, the inglenook fireplace accommodates a wood burner with bressumer beam above on slate hearth, French doors to garden. STUDY double aspect, exposed stone steps, painted beamed ceiling. UTILTY ROOM with excellent range of units in grey theme with slate worksurfaces, double Belfast sink, concealed Firebird oil fired boiler for central heating and domestic hot water, integral space for washing machine and tumble dryer, matching work bench with storage under, built in shelved storage cupboard, over head clothes airer, slate flooring, half glazed door to garden, coats pegs, concealed access to secondary stair case. CLOAKROOM low level WC, wash hand basin on slate vanity unit.

First Floor - Main LANDING double linen cupboard. BEDROOM 1. EN-SUITE BATHROOM with copper effect, slipper acrylic bath, telephone style mixer tap/shower attachment, low level WC, circular stone wash basin on slate and timber plinth, illuminated wall mirror above, shower cubicle with drench shower, tiled surround, glazed screen, tiled floor, heated towel rail/radiator, display alcove, extractor fan, tiled walls and floor with underfloor heating. BEDROOM 2 trap to loft space. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM with cubicle, low level WC, pedestal wash basin, illuminated wall mirror, slate flooring, heated towel rail/radiator, extractor fan. INNER LANDING airing cupboard and built in wardrobe. BEDROOM 3 exposed beams, trap to loft, built in wardrobe. EN-SUITE JACK AND JILL SHOWER ROOM with tiled cubicle, low level WC, heated towel rail, wash hand basin, vanity cupboard beneath, tiled walls and floor. BEDROOM 4 (also accessed from separate secondary staircase), exposed beams, trap to loft.

Outside - To the left of the Farmhouse a five bar gate leads to a gravelled parking area. To the left of this is a feature circular terrace within a lawned surround with matching eye shaped secondary terrace. There are deep stone wall bounded shrubbery borders either side stocked with masses of established specimen plants, shrubs and trees which provide both seclusion and shelter. Shallow steps lead up to an upper lawn which is another private sun trap, once again bounded by well established beds providing colour all year round. Other notable features include a pond and water feature and TIMBER 6 sided BBQ house with fixed seating and Polar Metalli BBQ unit and hood. A personal gate leads on to the BARN/WORKSHOP which has its own separate access, power and light connected and a concrete base, there are extensive work benches and both double and pedestrian doors, there is a yard to front as well as a rainwater harvesting system. The property is of timber construction, timber clad with a corrugated roof. Returning to the front of the house there is an attractive walled garden, the wall is topped by slate with two handsome pheasant ornaments adorning each of the pillars. The walls enclose two areas of lawn and to the right of the property is a further gate/parking, another sun terrace and lawned area with rustic archway clad in roses and wisteria which leads to the cottages. These also have separate vehicular access through another 5 bar gate leading first to a CAR PORT then an ADJACENT GARAGE and designated areas of garden.

Primrose (Nearest To The Farm House) - Has a stable door leading to ENTRANCE HALL with meter cupboard, slate flooring. KITCHEN with single drainer stainless steel sink unit, adjoining worksurfaces, drawers, cupboards and appliance space under, electric cooker, slate surround, sea views, open shelved larder. BATHROOM panel bath with Triton shower unit, low level WC, pedestal wash basin, slate splash back, heated towel rail, shaver point, illuminated wall mirror. SITTING ROOM with slate floor, double aspect, sea views.

First Floor - LANDING. BEDROOM 1 double aspect and sea views, built in double wardrobe. BEDROOM 2 (currently being used as living room) double aspect and sea views, range of built in cupboards, wood burner on slate plinth.

Foxglove - Stable door to ENTRANCE HALL slate floor. OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM double aspect and sea views. KITCHEN single drainer stainless steel sink unit, adjoining worksurfaces, drawers, cupboards and appliance space under, electric cooker, slate splash back, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge, slate floor, sea views. BATHROOM panel bath, Mira shower unit, travertine tiled surround, glass screen, low level WC, pedestal wash basin, illuminated wall mirror, heated towel rail, slate floor.

First Floor - LANDING built in airing cupboard. BEDROOM 1 sea views, built in wardrobe, exposed beam. BEDROOM 2 double aspect and sea views, exposed beams.

The Land - One of the THREE PADDOCKS lies behind the Farmhouse and Cottages with its own access point. The property is then separated from the remainder of its land by a no through track which is also a public footpath. A private parking bay for 3 to 4 vehicles allows access through the first gate to the upper paddock with separate vehicular side gate. A further gate gives access to a terrace and garden from, which to enjoy some of the best of the views, there is ADDITIONAL PARKING as well as a CHILDRENS PLAY AREA, fenced POULTRY ENCLOSURE/ORCHARD a FORMER SHIPPEN/CHICKEN HOUSE with potential for conversion to stabling, studio etc subject to any necessary planning permission. A separate gate from this and from the access lane leads to the third field which is gently sloping.

Services - Mains electricity and water, drainage is to a private septic tank servicing all three properties and last emptied in 2021. There is oil fired central heating to the Farmhouse with electric under floor heating in part of the ground floor. Foxglove has oil central heating and Primrose electric heating.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment please with the sole agents Barnstaple office,[use Contact Agent Button].

Directions - Approaching Lynton on the A39, ignore the turning to Lynmouth/Lynton on your left, pass the petrol station on your right, continue in the direction of Simonsbath. Follow the road around a sharp left hand bend, climb the hill, pass the Beggars Roost pub on your left, and take the next turning on the left sign posted to West Lyn Farm. The property will be found straight ahead of you before the road bends around to the right. You will first see the holiday cottages but as you drive up the access lane to the left of the cottages you may park in the parking bay opposite the Farmhouse.