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Guide price
£1,575,000

17 bedroom detached house for sale

Seven Characterful Cottages & 4.5 Acres, West Down, Devon, EX34
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Energy-efficient
Solar panels
Detached house
17 beds
9 baths
6500
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Key information

TenureFreehold
Council taxBand D

Features and description

  • Stunning, idyllic rural (not isolated) location
  • Fabulous holiday cottage complex or home for multi-generational living
  • Excellent home and income opportunity
  • Set in a delightful tree-lined valley in 4.5 acres of grounds
  • 2 large lakes and the River Caen flowing through
  • 7 superb, beautifully presented cottages (3 x 3 bedroom cottages and 4 x 2 bedroom cottages)
  • Available fully equipped and furnished ready for immediate use
  • Fantastic far reaching views over the countryside
  • Lots of guest and private parking facilities
  • Double garage, store and workshop/studio/garden room

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7 INDIVIDUAL, MODERNISED YET CHARACTERFUL COTTAGES WITH INCOME POTENTIAL OF CIRCA £143,000!!

The property is split across two individual titles, a residential title as well as a commercial title. This has excellent advantages when purchasing the property, allowing for residential mortgage finance to be secured against the property and potentially offering tax advantages as well (subject to your personal circumstances).

Exceptional Holiday Cottage Complex in North Devon with over 603m2 (6,500ft2) of accommodation throughout the complex - offering a great deal of space and versatility.

A rare opportunity to acquire a superb holiday cottage complex set in an idyllic rural location in North Devon. Nestled within 4.5 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and grounds, this property boasts two scenic lakes and offers unparalleled tranquillity with breath-taking views over the neighbouring countryside and a picturesque tree-lined valley. The current owners very much use the property as a home first and rather than a full-blown commercial enterprise and derive an income that suits their lifestyle. Yorkshire Cottage, provides a fabulous home for the family, packed full of character and charm and excellent facilities including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, together with a double garage, lots of private gated parking away from the guest areas, a studio/workshop and delightful private areas of garden which enjoy the idyllic rural views. However, the property is capable of delivering a far bigger and better income and we have had projections for that income ranging from £100,000 - £111,000 per annum, based on Yorkshire Cottage remaining as a family home and the other 6 cottages being let. If all 7 of the cottages were used for letting purposes, the income potential increases to an impressive £129,000 - £143,000!! Individual breakdowns for the projected income for each cottage is available upon request.

Property Features:
• Main Cottage: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full of rustic character and charm with exquisite features.
• Additional Cottages: Four 2-bedroom cottages and two 3-bedroom cottages, offering flexible accommodation options.
• Potential Uses: Perfect as a home with income, full commercial venture, or multi-generational living.
• Parking & Storage: Ample guest parking, secure owner’s parking with a double garage, plus a workshop/studio/garden room.
• 12kw Solar Panel System with 16kwh Battery Storage - Helping to significantly reduce the site running costs.

Grounds & Expansion Potential:
• Outdoor Activities: The River Caen flows through the grounds, complementing the tranquil lakes and providing a stunning natural setting.
• Expansion Opportunities: Space for camping, glamping, or yurts (subject to necessary consents).
• Animals & Farming: Suitable for small animals such as ponies, chickens, Animals & Farming: Suitable for small animals such as ponies, chickens, goats, and sheep.
• Guest Amenities: Children's play area and extensive amenity space for relaxation and recreation.

Modernisation & Sustainability:
• Fully modernised and tastefully furnished, available for immediate use.
• Energy-efficient features include recently installed 12kw solar PV panels with battery storage.

Prime Location
Located just a mile from the unspoilt village of West Down, this property offers a balance of privacy and accessibility:

• West Down Village:
o Community-run village store
o Highly rated Primary School with an excellent reputation
o Public House serving food
o 14th-century St Calixtus Church
o Thriving community spirit
• Coastal Proximity:
o 4 miles from stunning golden sand beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde, and Saunton
o Access to peaceful coves, dramatic cliffs, scenic walks, and Exmoor National Park
o Saunton features two links golf courses, including a Championship standard course

Nearby Towns & Amenities:

• Ilfracombe (4 miles away): Quaint harbour, sea front, excellent restaurants, theatre, banks, Post Office, and major supermarkets (Tesco, Lidl, Co-Op). Schools for all ages available.
• Braunton (4 miles away): Additional schooling options.
• Barnstaple (9 miles away):
o Regional centre with shopping, leisure amenities, District Hospital, and College.
o Access to the North Devon Link Road leading to the M5 (45 minutes to Junction 27).
o Tiverton Parkway Rail Station provides direct access to London Paddington in just over 2 hours.
o Nearest airports: Exeter and Bristol.

An extraordinary lifestyle opportunity awaits—ideal for those seeking an escape from urban life or a smart investment in North Devon’s breath-taking countryside.

ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY:

YORKSHIRE COTTAGE (This is the cottage the owners have chosen to live in)
Ground Floor: Conservatory, lounge, dining area and kitchen, cloakroom/wc.
Lower Ground Floor: Bedroom 1 with en suite shower room.
First Floor: 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Private gated driveway with plenty of private parking. Double garage, store shed, workshop/studio/garden room, large raised deck and further amenity area

BRAEFOOT COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Open plan living/dining and kitchen area
First Floor: 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Patio area in courtyard

SMITHY COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Living/dining room and kitchen
First Floor: 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Patio area in courtyard

ROYD COTTAGE

Ground Floor: Living room and kitchen/diner
First Floor: 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Patio area in courtyard

BLARE COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Large open plan Living/dining room and kitchen
First Floor: 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Patio area in courtyard

DUROR COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Living room and kitchen/diner
First Floor: 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside: Private enclosed patio area

LAKE VIEW COTTAGE
Ground Floor: Large open plan living/dining room and kitchen, 3 bedrooms (1 en suite) and a family bathroom
Outside: Large paved sun terrace overlooking the grounds and lakes

Lower Aylescott Cottage is a truly memorable and idyllic home and perfect for a variety of uses. To fully appreciate the quality and splendour of this fabulous, versatile property, please do get in touch with us to book your viewing appointment. Prior to that, please ensure you have visited our stunning interactive aerial property guide which shows the fantastic location, the property's set up and internal walkthrough tours and floor plans of all of the cottages. On top of that, the aerial guide will take you off to some of the wonderful surroundings villages, towns and areas to explore through the outstanding North Devon countryside. DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN THIS AMAZING HOME!!

Contact us to unlock our impressive interactive aerial tour and local area guide.
Explore the estate from above, walk around each cottage, and view floor plans in an engaging, easy-to-navigate format. The tour also extends beyond the property, allowing you to explore nearby towns and villages.

A full video tour with commentary is also available.
The grounds present exciting future potential, including camping or glamping opportunities (subject to the necessary consents). A virtually staged campsite concept is featured within the images, with an additional aerial video of the land and lakes available upon request.
From the M5 motorway at Junction 27 take the A361 North Devon link road towards Barnstaple. At Barnstaple remain on the A361 towards Ilfracombe continuing through Braunton and Knowle. Immediately after the Foxhunters Inn, turn right towards West Down and continue up the lane, passing the primary school on the left. As you enter the village, at the junction turn right keeping the village stores on your right. Continue down this lane towards Aylescott for approximately 1 mile and after a sharp right hand bend the entrance to Lower Aylescott Cottage is on the left hand side. Please park in the guest car park.

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Rooms

YORKSHIRE COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Conservatory 4.77m x 4.5m

Living Room 5.32m x 4.96m

Dining Area 2.55m x 2.31m

Kitchen 4.48m x 2.55m

Bathroom 2.45m x 2.3m

Cloakroom/WC 2.43m x 1.68m

Lower Ground Floor

Bedroom 1 4.56m x 4.08m

En Suite Shower 2.04m x 1.93m

First Floor

Galleried Landing 7.58m x 0.88m

Bedroom 2 3.14m x 3.01m

Bedroom 3 3.01m x 2.37m

Bathroom 2.55m x 1.63m

BRAEFOOT COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Living Area 3.73m x 3.11m

Dining Area 2.87m x 1.51m

Kitchen 4.07m x 2.87m

First Floor

Bathroom 2.45m x 2.1m

Bedroom 1 3.66m x 3.3m

Bedroom 2 3.26m x 2.62m

SMITHY COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Living/Dining Room 6.39m x 3.25m

Kitchen 3.6m x 2.25m

First Floor

Landing 4.32m x 0.91m

Bedroom 1 3.69m x 2.27m

Bedroom 2 3.28m x 2.32m

Bathroom 2.23m x 1.76m

ROYD COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Living Room 5.26m x 3.8m

Kitchen/Diner 3.73m x 3.13m

First Floor

Landing 4.33m x 1.65m

Bedroom 1 3.13m x 2.83m

Bedroom 2 3.7m x 3.31m

Bathroom 2.45m x 2.3m

BLARE COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Living Area 6.47m x 2.55m

Kitchen/Diner Area 5.38m x 3.22m

First Floor

Landing 3.54m x 3.29m

Bedroom 1 3.71m x 2.45m

Bedroom 2 23m x 2.83m

Bathroom 2.45m x 1.79m

DUROR COTTAGE

Ground Floor

Living Room 6.3m x 4.05m

Kitchen/Diner 5.69m x 3.34m

First Floor

Landing 4.11m x 1.93m

Bedroom 1 3.88m x 3.54m

Bedroom 2 4.46m x 2.41m

Bedroom 3 3.54m x 2.65m

Bathroom 4.11m x 2.42m

LAKE VIEW COTTAGE

Living Area 5.1m x 5.03m

Kitchen/Dining Area 5.03m x 3.02m

Bedroom 1 4.14m x 2.94m

En Suite Shower Room 2.84m x 0.92m

Hall 2.32m x 1.3m

Bedroom 2 4.91m x 2.68m

Bedroom 3 4.13m x 3.02m

Bathroom 2.95m x 2.3m

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Fine & Country - Ilfracombe
Fine & Country - Ilfracombe
48 High Street Ilfracombe Devon EX34 9QB
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