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Upcott Barton Farmhouse, Sheepwash,Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5PD

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Sheepwash 2 Miles Hatherleigh 7 Miles Okehampton 15 Miles

• Grade II Listed Former Farmhouse • DPP for Conversion &Reconstruction • Stunning Rural Views • Detached FormerChapel • Grounds & Paddocks Approximately 6 Acres •

Guide price £530,000Guide price £530,000Guide price £530,000Guide price £530,000

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Upcott Barton Farmhouse, Sheepwash, Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5PD

SITUATIONSITUATIONSITUATIONSITUATIONThe property is located in a stunning rural setting,enjoying fine views across the surrounding countrysidetowards the hills of Dartmoor. Within the Torridge Valley,the property sits on the edge of a select development offive residential units, all undergoing renovation. From theproperty, the delightful village of Sheepwash is two milesaway, with the well known half moon inn, famous for itsfishing on the River Torridge. The village also has a villagestore, whilst the larger village of Shebbear, some fourmiles away, is well know for the renowned ShebbearColleage, whilst also having a primary school.

The towns of Hatherleigh, Okehampton and Holsworthyare all easily accessible with a range of shops, services,supermarkets, educational and recreational facilities.From Okehampton there is easy access to the A30 dualcarriageway, providing a link west into Cornwall and eastto the cathedral city of Exeter, a further 23 miles awaywith its M5 motorway, mainline rail and international airconnections. The countryside around Sheepwash isrenowned as fine farming country with manyopportunities for riding, walking and outdoor pursuits.There is fishing on the Rivers Taw and Torridge and ridingand walking on the Tarka Trail, together with excellentrides along country lanes directly from the property.There is easy access to the north coasts with attractive

beaches and delightful coastal scenery.

DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTIONThis Former Farmhouse is believed to date from the latemedieval period with 17th century alterations. Now in aderelict state, plans have been drawn to create anexceptionally spacious distinctive four/five bedroomresidence retaining many character features. There arethe remains of a medieval great hall and stair turret,together with a traditional cross passage. The proposedaccommodation allows for approximately 3500 squarefeet of accommodation over two floors and it may bepossible to further extend the building as evidence ofadditional accommodation has been discovered to therear of the buildings; a further feature of Upcott Barton isthe detached former chapel which lies adjacent to themain house and offers immense scope for furtherredevelopment, use as a studio, holiday cottage orseparate dwelling subject to any necessary consent. Afurther detached barn has consent for a double garagewith adjoining workshop.

The property is approached from the lane via a privatedriveway, passing the other conversions within theUpcott Barton development and down to Upcott BartonFarmhouse. Surrounding the farmhouse and buildings are

Upcott Barton Farmhouse, Sheepwash, Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5PD

area of garden, offering scope for imaginativelandscaping to take full advantage of the fantasticoutlook. Beyond the gardens are areas of pasturepaddock. The total being in the region of 6 acres. Thereis space for the erection of further stabling if required andsubject to any necessary consent. The present ownershave planted a small copse of silver birch and there havebeen further extensive planting of lined trees, togetherwith an avenue of beech. In addition, there is an area oforchard with a variety of fruit trees.

This is a unique opportunity to create a superb countryhome from this historic former farmhouse. The houseitself is steeped in history, and it is believed that monksonce occupied the site. The property will be of particularappeal to those with equestrian interests or anyonelooking to create a distinctive country home in this mostunspoilt part of Devon.

AGENTS NOTEAGENTS NOTEAGENTS NOTEAGENTS NOTEThe original planning consent for the conversion wasgranted by Torridge District Council on Decision Number1/0328/2008/FUL, and further listed building consentNumber 1/0329/2008/LBC.

DIRECTIONSDIRECTIONSDIRECTIONSDIRECTIONSFrom Okehampton follow the A386 to Hatherleigh, uponreaching the mini roundabout on the edge of Hatherleigh,

turn left signposted to Holsworthy on the A3072. Uponreaching the village of Highampton, turn right forSheepwash. Continue through the village and after justunder a mile turn left signposted Upcott Avenel, afterapproximately 0.75 of a mile, the buildings comprisingUpcott Barton will be found upon the left hand side. Turninto the driveway, contining right to the bottom, whereupon the entrance to Upcott Barton Farmhouse will befound straight ahead.

OS Landranger Sheet 191: Reference 478/075.

SERVICESSERVICESSERVICESSERVICESMains Electricity and Water. Private Drainage.

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