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Map3 bedroom detached house for sale
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Features and description
- Elegant period residence in the heart of Bishops Tawton
- Commanding elevated position with panoramic countryside views, including Tawstock Castle
- Cherished by the same family for over 30 years – first time available in decades
- Generous and well-balanced accommodation with scope for refinement and extension (STPP)
- Two light-filled reception rooms with far-reaching rural outlooks
- Flexible third reception room (former dairy) – ideal study, snug, or playroom
- Kitchen/breakfast room with potential to create a contemporary open-plan hub
- Semi-galleried landing leading to three spacious double bedrooms
- Large family bathroom with bath, separate shower, vanity basin, and WC
- Sweeping driveway with ample parking
Cheques Estate Agents welcomes you to view - Benbridge House, Bishops Tawton – An Elegant Period Residence with Glorious Views and Exceptional Potential, Cherished by the Same Family for Over 30 Years.
Set in the heart of the charming and sought-after village of Bishops Tawton, Benbridge House occupies a commanding, elevated position, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views across the rolling North Devon countryside, including the historic Tawstock Castle on the horizon.
This residence exudes character and presence, offering generous and well-balanced accommodation, now presenting a rare opportunity for refinement, modernisation, and future extension (subject to planning permission).
On approach, you are welcomed by a central entrance hallway with beautifully preserved original tiled flooring. Two elegant reception rooms lie to the front of the house, both bathed in natural light and enjoying far-reaching rural outlooks—ideal spaces for formal entertaining or peaceful relaxation.
To the rear, the kitchen/breakfast room offers ample scope for reimagining into a contemporary open-plan hub of the home, while a third reception room—once the dairy—provides flexibility as a study, playroom, or snug. A separate utility room with cloakroom completes the ground floor.
The first floor features a bright semi-galleried landing, three generously sized double bedrooms, and a spacious family bathroom. The principal and second bedrooms enjoy superb elevated views, rarely found in village homes of this type. The bathroom, includes a panelled bath, separate shower, vanity basin and WC.
Externally, the property is approached via a sweeping driveway providing ample parking. The mature gardens are beautifully stocked and frame the home with seasonal colour and texture, while affording an excellent degree of privacy. A detached garage with upper store provides further potential — whether for storage, a studio, or home office.
In summary, Benbridge House is a home of grace, scale and potential, nestled in one of North Devon’s most picturesque villages with access to idyllic walking routes, a strong sense of community, and excellent transport links to nearby Barnstaple. With its enviable location, glorious outlooks and scope to create something truly special, this is a unique opportunity not to be missed.
A residence of scale, soul, and striking potential — early viewing is highly recommended.
Rooms
Entrance Porch
A charming and fully glazed porch with tiled flooring, offering a warm welcome and lovely views across the front garden and countryside.
Entrance Hall
A spacious and inviting central hallway with original tiled flooring, stairs rising to the first floor, two radiators, and a useful understairs storage cupboard — setting the tone for the character throughout the home.
Living Room 5.1m x 3.94m
A light and elegant reception room featuring a large UPVC double-glazed window to the front with far-reaching views across rolling fields. A central fireplace acts as a focal point, with fitted carpet and a radiator for comfort.
Dining Room 5.1m x 3.89m
Generously sized with a beautiful bay window to the front elevation, also enjoying rural views. A second fireplace adds charm and warmth, with fitted carpet and a radiator.
Second Kitchen 3.89m x 3.63m
Originally the home's kitchen/dairy room, this versatile space is now ideal for use as a snug, hobby room, or home office. Dual aspect with windows to the side and rear, it is filled with natural light and enjoys views over the garden.
Kitchen 3.94m x 3.63m
A well-appointed and sociable kitchen offering a range of base and wall units, integrated double oven, gas hob with extractor above, fridge and dishwasher. Inset one-and-a-half bowl sink, tiled flooring, extensive wall tiling, and dual-aspect windows to the rear and side.
Utility Room 3.6m x 2m
A practical space fitted with additional storage units, single sink, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and chest freezer. Tiled flooring, wall-mounted boiler, and UPVC windows to the rear and side elevations.
Cloakroom
A neatly fitted cloakroom with WC and tiled flooring.
First Floor Landing
A spacious semi-galleried landing area with a large window overlooking the rear garden and countryside. Loft access (boarded with fitted ladder), fitted carpet, and storage cupboard.
Cloakroom
Separate from the main bathroom, this useful room includes a WC and wash hand basin with a UPVC window to the rear.
Bathroom 3m x 2.64m
A bright and stylish family bathroom with a panelled bath, separate double walk-in shower, vanity sink with storage beneath, heated towel rail, and extensive wall tiling. Vinyl flooring and a window to the side elevation.
Bedroom One 4.45m x 3.94m
A generously proportioned double bedroom with windows to the front and side, framing countryside views. Fitted wardrobes, dressing table, bedside cabinets, radiator, and fitted carpet.
Bedroom Two 4.45m x 3.89m
A spacious double room with a window to the front elevation enjoying garden and rolling field views, radiator, and fitted carpet.
Bedroom Three 3.89m x 3.63m
A lovely double bedroom with windows to the side and rear elevations, overlooking the garden and beyond. Radiator and fitted carpet.
Bedroom Four / Study 2m x 1.98m
A versatile single room — ideal as a child’s nursery or home office — with fitted wardrobes, shelving, window to the front, and fitted carpet.
Garage 4.85m x 2.54m
Garage with twin doors, light and power — ideal for bikes, kayaks, and general storage.
Store / Studio Above Garage 4.85m x 2.54m
A fantastic bonus space with light and power, ideal for use as a home office, hobby room or reading retreat.
Garden
A sweeping driveway leads to off-road parking for several vehicles. The formal front garden includes lawns, mature shrubs, and a cast iron gate leading to the entrance steps and door.
Outside, the gardens are a true delight — a tranquil haven that has been lovingly nurtured. The front garden is laid to lawn with colourful borders, creating a perfect spot to admire the view. To the rear, the garden unfolds over several levels with patios, a productive vegetable plot, greenhouse, and well-stocked flower beds. The upper terrace offers a truly spectacular vantage point — perfect for sunset drinks or summer dining.
Additional outbuildings include a garage with light and power, and a generous store above, perfect for a home office, studio or garden room.
Benbridge House is offered with no onward chain, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark home with immense potential in one of North Devon’s most sought-after villages.
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