Beautifully situated behind the village green and steeped in history - this very large, former village inn and B&B offers perfect opportunity to create a home with income, a home for multi generations or, simply a huge home for those with large families, or just want a lot of big rooms.

There are records dating back to mid-1700 showing it was an inn and later owned by the local Blacksmith in the 1800’s. Since then, it has changed quite a bit, although remained an Inn with Bed and Breakfast until recent years. Planning permission is granted for change of use from commercial to residential and the works started. Business rates no longer apply. Although work has begun to renew and update the interior, it has not been completed and signed off. This could affect residential mortgage applications - so it is important to check before any offers are made. Three of the six reception rooms have had character restored and renewed so far. The holiday cottage is very well presented and will provide income immediately. The rest, (predominantly cosmetic) is still to be done – which is not a bad thing as one can then create what they want in the home. Should one decide to make it a boutique B&B, you may want themed rooms and bathrooms. You may want period style fittings, or ultra-modern bathrooms. I would almost certainly want to relocate the kitchen and make the existing (former commercial kitchen) one large Boot room and Utility. The side entrance would become more of a conservatory off of the office. The beauty of it is that there is lots that can be done, without the need to build. The space is there, and the flow can be directed to how you want to live.

Outside, again there are cosmetic works required -Facias, windows, painting etc., there are more outbuildings which offer a multitude of uses and income potential (subject to the necessary permissions) but serve perfectly well as they are – dry and safe storage units and workshops. The garden is quite balanced and is very private with the sheep in the adjoining fields being the only onlookers! Proving it is sheltered and sunny, a Grape vine, Fig, Apples and other fruits thrive and some fresh produce for your guests, or family could be grown easily in this section. The Holiday let has its own parking and garden space at the rear, but is accessed from the front, via its own path in front of the home’s garden.

In conclusion, yes, it’s a bit of a project. It will require some serious investment. This is reflected in the price. If this home were all refurbished – one would be paying hundreds of thousands more for it! I think that’s what makes it so appealing. It is affordable. The works can be done over time and if you have some skill in refitting kitchens and bathrooms, it leaves paint, windows, and flooring to transform the interior to your taste. Keep an open mind when viewing and allow plenty of time. You will want to go round at least twice. There is a lot to see.



Directions
Leaving Torrington’s' main square via South Street and Whites Lane, at the 'T' junction turn left onto New Street and continue out of Torrington following down the hill and passing the 'The Puffing Billy' on your right hand side and crossing the River Torridge. Take the 1st left hand turning signposted Frithelstock / Monkleigh and continue on this road until reaching Frithelstock. passing Priory Farm on the left and with the memorial on the green in front of you, enter at the second left and follow past the home, and right in to the driveway.