Chulmleigh, Devon, EX18

An outstanding development opportunity comprising a substantial detached traditional barn with consent for residential conversion enjoying a delightful rural position set in its own attractive parcel of land. In all about 0.95 Acre.


This sale affords prospective purchasers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a large traditional agricultural barn which now has the benefit of Class Q prior approval for conversion into a substantial detached two storey residential dwelling. Formerly part of a larger farmstead, the barn occupies an outstanding rural position approached from the quiet no-through road over a gated private entrance with ample space for car parking and turning. Enjoying superb views over its own land and the surrounding unspoilt countryside, the property offers the potential to create a most attractive and individual country residence, with a gross internal floor space of approx. 2,775sqft (258m²).
The property briefly comprises a former threshing barn of principally stone and cob elevations beneath a corrugated cement roof, with an adjoining mainly stone former round house adjoining. The barn has obtained Class Q prior approval for conversion into split-level residential accommodation with a proposed layout to comprise the following:-
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall with a useful Utility and Plant Room off. Inner Hall with a Cloakroom off. Large open plan Kitchen/Family Room opening onto a Covered Porch, ideal for al fresco dining and enjoying lovely views over the gardens. A large double aspect Lounge has an impressive vaulted ceiling with oak timbers. Downstairs Master Bedroom with En-Suite Bathroom and Walk-in Wardrobe.
First Floor
Landing with Library Gallery. Guest Bedroom with En-Suite Shower. Further Two Double Bedrooms and Family Bathroom.
For the accommodation layout please refer to the above proposed floor plan.

In the garden there is plans for a proposed General Garden Store.
Outside there is scope to create wonderful private landscaped gardens, whilst included in the sale, and overlooked by the proposed new dwelling, is an adjoining attractive parcel of very gently sloping amenity/meadow land. Subject to any necessary consents, this area may be eminently suited to the creation of orchards, paddocks or other amenity areas to complement the residential enjoyment of the property. In total, North Week Barn extends to about 0.95 Acre, as shown shaded pink on the attached identification plan.

Services & Outgoings
The property benefits from mains water and an upgraded electricity supply (split phase 36kVA). The Purchaser(s) will need to install their own independent private drainage system. North Devon Council Tax - To be assessed. EPC rating to be confirmed.

Town & Country Planning
Prior approval was obtained from North Devon Council in July 2022 for conversion of the barn to create residential accommodation under Class Q Permitted Development Rights. Copies of the prior approval application and approved plans, together with the relevant supporting documentation are available to view via the North Devon Council planning portal using the Application Reference No: 75388. Subsequent planning consent has also been obtained for the erection of the covered porch and garden shed, together with change of use of agricultural land to garden (App. No. 75752)

Right of way, Easements, Wayleaves, Etc.
There is a short right of way across the land to provide access to the adjoining agricultural land. We are not aware of any other public or private rights of way across the land. We understand that the property can only be used as a single residential dwelling with no trade or business other than holiday letting permitted.
The property, as far as required by the Vendors, will be conveyed subject to all rights of way, easements and wayleaves of telegraph and telephone poles, stays and wires, electric pylons, poles and cables, drains, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

Agents Note
The corrugated roofing on the barn may contain asbestos cement which may require specialist disposal. Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries.

Occupying a tucked away rural position the barn lies within the attractive and gently undulating band of countryside between Exmoor and Dartmoor, to the north east of the sought after small country town of Chulmleigh. The town provides a thriving local community which has managed to retain a good range of local services, including a pre-school and a highly regarded Academy College providing primary and secondary levels. Other local services include a sports centre, post office, shops, health centre, dentist, public houses, restaurants, riding stables and a historic town hall.
Despite its rural position the property still enjoys easy access to the surrounding districts and main routes of communication with the B3137 and A377 routes providing easy links to the larger towns of South Molton, Tiverton, Barnstaple and Crediton, each providing an extensive range of everyday shopping, banking, recreational and educational facilities. The A361 North Devon link road provides access to the M5 motorway (Junction 27). Mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.

The land is surrounded by picturesque Devon countryside providing a wealth of recreational activities including walking, horse riding, cycling, fishing on the rivers Taw and Mole, hunting, shooting and golf courses at Libbaton, Barnstaple and Tiverton. To the north the Exmoor National Park offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths and the stunning North Devon coastline, with popular sandy beaches of Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe.