The Setting
For those interested in a rural way of life then both Hill Farm and the Parish of West Anstey are an ideal location for you. Whilst on the very fringe of the National Park the property is conveniently tucked away from the majority of the hustle and bustle with tourists and visitors, yet close enough to all the main beauty spots to really feel being part of the wonderful and dynamic way of life that Exmoor offers.

The Parishes of East Anstey and West Anstey are a real throwback to how rural Exmoor Life was before the formation of the National Park, with quiet yet pretty rural communities right in the heart of rolling farming and moorland countryside with ease of access to Dulverton to the East and the North Devon Market town of South Molton to the west.

The Exmoor market town of Dulverton offers a wide range of independent shops, stores, farmers’ market, renowned restaurants and pubs (popular with locals and visitors alike). Local amenities including primary school, doctors, dentist, vets, pharmacy, beauty spa, and sports facilities including a cricket club, tennis and squash courts. Larger supermarkets and town facilities can be found at Tiverton or Minehead. Access to the M5 and National Rail links are circa 20 miles South East with direct train links to London Paddington taking around 2 hours.

Exmoor National Park For those keen on country pursuits and sporting activities, Exmoor is one of the smallest National Parks (267 square miles) but arguably one of the most attractive, offering such a variety of scenery from high heather-clad moorland, deep wooded river valleys to the breathtaking coastline boasting the highest marine cliffs in England and of course Exmoor’s famous amazing Dark Skies, which can be admired from the grounds of the property.

Accommodation
As illustrated by the floor plan the property is accessed via a stable door leading straight into the

Kitchen- slate flooring throughout, a range of base units, Granite work surfaces, integral dishwasher, Belfast sink and drainer, windows to the front elevation, Stanley Range Cooker and space for tall fridge freezer. Stairs lead to the first floor.

The slate flooring continues through a door to the Boot Room with a door to the rear elevation. There is access to the Downstairs Cloakroom with W.C.

From the kitchen steps lead through into the sitting room with window to the front elevation, stone pointed inglenook fireplace with inset woodburning stove, slate flooring, feature beams.

The slate flooring continues through to the Dining Room with stairs leading to the first floor, stone pointed inglenook with inset woodburning stove, window to front elevation.

The Snug once the salt room provides an additional space within the home which could also be used as an office. Stone flooring, Muntin wall, original 15th century Oak Mullion windows to front and rear elevation.

First floor
Stairs lead from the dining room giving access to Bedroom 3 with feature fire place, solid Oak flooring, window to front elevation.

Shower room – cubicle shower, W.C, wash hand basin, Velux.

From the landing a door leads through to Bedroom 2 with built in cupboards, window to the front elevation, feature fireplace with slate hearth, solid Oak flooring.

A door gives access through to the Principle Bedroom with window to front elevation, solid Oak flooring, built in cupboards and Velux window.

Steps lead from here to the second landing area with turned staircase that leads back to the kitchen.

Bedroom 4- can either be used as a single room or a dressing room for the principle bedroom.

Bathroom – shower, bath, Velux windows, wash hand basin and W.C.

Potential Annexe- A door from the kitchen leads straight through into the separate kitchen with base units, slate flooring, space for cooker as well as plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, Belfast sink, window to side elevation. A door gives independent access to the side elevation.
Steps lead to the sitting room with door to front elevation and window to side, electric fire.

The turned stair case gives access to the double aspect bedroom with views to the front and side elevation.

The Dressing Room and Shower Room with solid Oak Flooring, useful cupboard storage, shower, W.C, wash hand basin and towel rail.

Outside
Hill Farm is accessed off the quiet country lane via a private drive (see agents notes). The drive passes via the neighbour on the left hand side and continues on to gravel passing the house and splits giving access to the stables and the courtyard.

The courtyard has ample parking for several vehicles. There is a Large 4 Bay Linhay, a Larger Traditional Building (10.4m x 4.2m) with the potential to create a studio or office (STPP). In addition there is the Former Piggeries which are presently used as a garden store and utility room with plumbing for a washing machine.

To the rear of the property there is an additional stone barn with thatched roof currently known as ‘The Party barn’ which provides an additional and useful area for entertaining.

The drive continues to the rear of the buildings continuing to the stable yard. There is a stone outbuilding with slate roof currently used as the Hay Barn this also has lighting. In total there are 2 good sized Stables and a Foaling Box with one stable presently being used as the tack room.

We understand the current owners have improved the stables with insulating the walls, new roofing as well as additional lighting and power sockets which have all been completed within the last year.

The stable yard is enclosed with a hard standing area.

The track continues around the side of the stables leading to the muck heap manège and smaller turnout paddock/childs play area.

The land stands in total within some c.10 acres. In the main the pasture is split into 2 larger gently sloping paddocks as well as a further orchard and smaller turnout/starvation paddock.

The landscaped gardens are a real feature around the property with feature stone walling and split levels to provide a variety of seating areas where the peace and quiet can be enjoyed from.
From Junction 27 of the M5, take the A361 North Devon Link Road towards Tiverton and Barnstaple. After approximately 6 miles at the roundabout on the outskirts of Tiverton, take the 3rd exit and head north (along the beautiful Exe Valley heading towards Bampton on the A396). At the Exeter Inn Roundabout turn left (still on the A396), At the Black Cat junction turn left (B3227), over the bridge and up the valley, ignoring the turning for Oakford and continuing along this road for approximately 6.5 miles Turn right at the Jubilee Inn (signposted West Anstey/Yeo Mill), turn left at the next junction, then immediately right again, dropping down into Yeo Mill. Travel through Yeo Mill following the signs for West Anstey (go past the cross roads heading straight on up the hill) at the next “T” junction, turn right head down the hill and Hill Farm will be found after a short distance on the right hand side.

What 3 words
Using What3words Smart Phone App. For those who already use this Geolocation App device for your smartphone – Type in the following three words:
brighter.whirpool.hike (to end of drive)