A sympathetically restored 6-bed, 3 bathroom period farmhouse and range of traditional buildings in timeless & tranquil location at the end of a 'no through' lane, literally adjoining Exmoor National Park.

Situation - In timeless and tranquil rural surroundings, at the end of a no through road, on the edge of the small village of Parracombe, which in itself is within Exmoor National Park. Village amenities including general store/post office, primary school, church and reputable pub are within walking distance. Bridle paths and footpaths leading directly on to Exmoor, literally adjoin the property's boundaries, We understand that the coast can be reached in about 45 minutes by foot. The pretty twin villages and coastal resorts of Lynton and Lynmouth are about 5 miles and offer a good range of local shops, primary school, town hall, as well as restaurants and cafes. The regional centre of Barnstaple is about 13 miles and offers a wider range of facilities and amenities. At Barnstaple there is access to the North Devon Link Road which leads on to Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway and where Tiverton Parkway also offers a fast service of trains to London, Paddington in just over 2 hours. Exceptional sandy, surfing beaches are just a short drive away, including Croyde, Saunton (also with championship golf course) and Woolacombe. The nearest International airports are at Bristol and Exeter.

Description - The original charming stone farmhouse has a colour wash rendered front elevation with slate roof with fitted solar PV panels. The property has been the subject of significant renovation and upgrading in the recent past to include; re-roofing, re-wiring, re-plumbing, insulation, replacement double glazed windows and re-decoration throughout. The property has been restored in an understated rustic way, preserving it's traditional character. There are many period features in evidence including; stone flag or original wooden floors, period fireplaces, original cupboards, window seats and benches, 2 original staircases, as well as a fully restored dairy. The buildings comprise a range of traditional stone outbuildings with an original cobbled courtyard. The layout of the accommodation with approximate dimensions is more clearly identified upon the accompanying floorplans but comprises;

Ground Floor - Part glazed front door to ENTRANCE PORCH half glazed inner door to SITTING ROOM featuring inglenook fireplace with Bressummer beam, fitted wood burner, glazed fronted cupboards flanking either side, exposed beams, part panelled walls, main stairwell to first floor described later. SNUG period fireplace with high painted wooden surround, fitted oil fired burner with back boiler, fitted storage cupboards to right hand side, panelled walls to dado height. SECOND KITCHEN with Belfast sink, roof light, slate floor, work surface, half glazed door to garden. This room could be used for storage or as a potting room.

Returning to the sitting room steps lead up to DINING ROOM /KITCHEN the dining area has a flag stone slate floor with under floor heating, large twin fireplace with electric Aga in one half and separate wood burning stove in the other, secondary staircase to first floor, window seat, fitted bench. PORCH to outside. KITCHEN with oversized Belfast sink, slate shelving/work surface plus teak drainer, hand made kitchen cupboards, electric hob, electric oven, shelved recess, further slate work surfaces with shelving above. DAIRY with central slate bench on brick piers, further slate shelving, UTILITY ROOM with door to outside, slate flooring, Belfast sink, pitch pine ceiling and coat hooks. CLOAKROOM low level WC, wash hand basin.

First Floor - LANDING. BEDROOM 1 double built in wardrobe, further built in single wardrobe, window to front with fine views. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM with corner cubicle, wash hand basin, low level WC, built in shelved cupboard, heated towel rail, exposed floorboards. BEDROOM 2 window to front, fine views. BEDROOM 3 window to front, fine views, 2 ranges of built in storage cupboards. INNER LANDING built in airing cupboard housing pre-lagged cylinder. BEDROOM 4 over looks the courtyard. BEDROOM 5 over looks the courtyard. EN-SUITE BATHROOM with cast iron ball and claw footed bath, wash hand basin, low level WC. STUDY/LIBRARY/BEDROOM 6 with fitted bookcase. FAMILY BATHROOM wood panelled bath, telephone style mixer tap/shower attachment, overhead shower and screen, high level WC, pedestal wash basin, exposed floor boards, extractor fan.

Outside - To the front of the house is a wall enclosed front garden area stretching around the eastern side of the property to a part walled garden at the rear. Within the gardens there are well established fruit trees and soft fruit bushes along with a Poly tunnel. To the front and western sides of the house, a gated cobbled yard services the traditional buildings.

A level lawned area with summer house and outstanding country side views is available a short walk away.

Services - Natural spring water supply, mains drainage to village system, mains electricity, heating & hot water provided by the oil-fired central heating system. Electric Aga. Solar PV panels. 3x log burners.

Directions - From Barnstaple take the A39 North signposted towards Lynton and Lyntmouth. Pass Shirwell and Arlington and follow the road round to the right at Kentisbury Ford. At Blackmoor Gate, turn right on to the A399 and immediately left on to the A39. Take the first turning left, signposted Parracombe, continue down in to the village, climb the hill, take the next turning on the left signed Bodley. Continue to the end of this lane where the property is the last on the right.

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Agent's Note - Paddocks may be available by separate negotiation.

Lettings - The property is available to let, part/unfurnished, fixed term on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for 10 months and is available FROM 1 September UNTIL 30 June 2024. RENT: £1,750.00 PCM exclusive of all other charges. Pets considered by negotiation. No sharers or smokers. DEPOSIT: £2,019.00 returnable at end of tenancy subject to any deductions (all deposits for a property let through Stags are held on their Client Account and administered in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme and Dispute Service). A minimum annual gross household income of £52,500.00 is required to be considered. References required, viewings strictly through the agents.

Tenant Fees & Holding Deposit - This is to reserve a property. The Holding Deposit (equivalent of one weeks rent - in this case £403.00) will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to Rent check, provide materially significant false information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). For full details of all permitted Tenant Fees payable when renting a property through Stags please refer to the Scale of Tenant Fees available on Stags website, office or on request. For further clarification before arranging a viewing please contact the lettings office dealing with the property.

Tenant Protection - Stags is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme and also a member of The Property Redress Scheme. In addition, Stags is a member of ARLA Propertymark, RICS and Tenancy Deposit Scheme.