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High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 4 bed detached house for sale
High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37
£950,000
High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37
£950,000
Our Summary
- This superb rural property package may be well suited to those prospective purchasers seeking a rural lifestyle, a working smallholding, potential to develop a tourism business, or an equestrian based enterprise
- Despite now requiring updating in some areas, the farmhouse affords the potential to create a charming country residence
- SWALLOW COTTAGEAn attractive detached stone, part rendered and slate roofed former shippon, currently part converted, with the potential to create a charming self contained annexe ideal for multi-generational living, a guest suite, home office or studio, with scope for holiday letting subject to obtaining any necessary change of use planning consent
- THE FARM BUILDINGSThe rear entrance drive provides access to a useful range of adaptable farm buildings, offering the scope, subject to planning, for conversion to alternative uses, whilst also appealing to those prospective purchasers with livestock, machinery or horses
- In recent years the lake has become silted and overgrown, although the potential undoubtedly exists to create a superb feature
- This lot exhibits considerable conservation and amenity appeal, with potential for wildlife, leisure and possible glamping (stp) uses
- TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNINGWe understand that Swallow Cottage has planning consent for conversion to a guest annexe for residential purposes ancillary to the farmhouse
- There may be scope for prospective purchasers to consider alternative uses within the farm buildings, subject to obtaining the necessary planning approval
Description
North Heale Farm is a charming rural property situated in picturesque North Devon, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a 40-acre smallholding with a traditional farmhouse, part-converted self-contained annexe, adaptable outbuildings, and beautiful surroundings. The farmhouse provides characterful four-bedroom family accommodation, while the annexe, known as Swallow Cottage, offers a separate one-bedroom residence. The property's outbuildings are ideal for workshops, garaging, storage, and agricultural enterprises, and the land is comprised of productive pasture, meadows, and amenity woodland, including a wildlife lake. The property is offered for sale as a whole or in up to three lots, providing flexibility for potential buyers. With its stunning rural setting, abundant character, and versatility, North Heale Farm is an ideal opportunity for those seeking a rural lifestyle, a working smallholding, or a potential tourism or equestrian business.