Kings Nympton, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37

A charming Grade II listed two bedroom semi detached cottage, with large gardens and outbuildings.. Now requires renovation. No onward chain.


A unique opportunity to acquire a characterful thatched cottage. The property requires complete renovation however the front half of the roof was rethatched in 2024
The accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading to hallway, from here all rooms can be accessed.
The sitting room is a good sized dual aspect room with a feature fireplace.
The kitchen/breakfast room has base units and sink, there is a useful walk-in pantry and under stairs cupboard.
On the first floor there are two bedrooms, bedroom one a good sized double and bedroom 2 is currently used as a study, there is also a wardrobe area.
For the accommodation layout and approximate room measurements please refer to the enclosed floorplan.

OUTSIDE
The property has a large enclosed mature rear garden which has a mixture of shrubs and trees. There is also a large outbuilding, which is split into two parts, the first part is used as storage and there is a WC and second part currently used as log storage with double doors leading onto the road. There is also space to park a car through the double gates.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electricity, drainage and water are connected to the property.

Council Tax: North Devon Council - Band C

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Fibre broadband is available—highest available download speed 1600 Mbps, highest available upload speed 115 Mbps. (Based on Openreach data).

Mobile Coverage: Limited indoor coverage available via O2 For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. (Based on Ofcom data)

Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and surface water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%) (Gov UK data).

Construction: Cob and stone

The property is in the heart of the desirable village surrounded by beautiful North Devon countryside. The pretty village of Kings Nympton has a award-winning public house, close by primary school, village hall and parish church and methodist church.
The towns of South Molton and Chulmleigh lie in equi-distance both providing thriving and very active local communities affording a good range of everyday services, including highly regarded primary and secondary schools, sports centres, post offices, shops, health centres, dentists, public houses and restaurants.

From South Molton the A361 North Devon link road provides quick and easy access to the regional centre of Barnstaple to the north west, Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27) to the south east. There are nearby rail stations on the Barnstaple to Exeter (Tarka) line at Kings Nympton (approx. 10 minutes) and Eggesford, whilst mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.

Surrounded by picturesque North Devon countryside providing a wealth of recreational activities including walking, horse riding, cycling, fishing on the rivers Mole and Taw, hunting, shooting and golf courses at High Bullen, Chulmleigh and Libbaton. To the north the Exmoor National Park offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths, whilst the stunning North Devon coast is easily accessible.