Huntshaw, Torrington

Tucked away in a beautifully peaceful rural setting, this charming and characterful thatched cottage offers a rare opportunity to embrace country living whilst still being within easy reach of local amenities and nearby market towns such as Barnstaple, Bideford and Torrington. From the moment you arrive, the idyllic surroundings create a sense of tranquillity, with nature in abundance and an ever-changing landscape filled with colour and wildlife. The delightful and varied gardens are a real feature of the home, offering far-reaching views over the rolling countryside whilst providing a variety of spots to unwind or entertain. The gardens are frequently visited by a wide range of rare birds including vibrant yellowhammers, woodpeckers, and more, making them a haven for nature lovers.

The cottage itself is exceptionally well presented, blending rustic charm with modern comforts. Stepping inside, you’re welcomed by a cosy sitting room with a striking woodburner nestled beneath exposed beams, creating a warm and inviting focal point. The spacious country-style kitchen/dining room is perfect for family meals or gatherings with friends, complete with a built in double oven and hob and dual aspect windows drawing in natural light. The three bedrooms are of a good size, two of which benefit from lovely countryside outlooks, and there are two modern bathrooms for added convenience.

There is driveway parking for 2 cars and the home also boasts a larger than average garage with power and lighting, ideal for workshop space or additional storage. A useful craft/summer room adds versatility and enjoys views across the garden and beyond, while a seprate greenhouse provides additional space for gardening enthusiasts. With oil-fired central heating and PVC double glazing throughout, this is a warm and practical home ready to move into.

This truly is a must-visit property for anyone seeking a lifestyle change or simply looking for a peaceful retreat to call home, where the charm of a quintessential English cottage meets the convenience of nearby towns and the beauty of Devon’s countryside at your doorstep.

Huntshaw is a very pretty and traditional Devonshire hamlet and is situated approximately 2 miles from the market town of Torrington which offers a selection of shops and other amenities including post office, banks, library and pubs.

The area is known for its shooting, fishing and walking on the North Devon Coastal Path and cycling on the Tarka Trail. Horse riding in the locality is excellent with any number of bridle paths in and around Huntshaw.

The North Devon regional centre of Barnstaple is approximately 10 miles away and offers a more extensive range of everyday amenities. The Royal Horticultural Society gardens at Rosemoor are nearby and there are a number of National Trust properties that area easily accessible.

The North Devon Link Road is approximately 10 miles away which offers an easy link to the M5 motorway network at Tiverton. Tiverton Parkway also offers an excellent service to London Paddington taking under 2 hours. Exeter Airport offers an increasing number of domestic and international flights which often avoids the need to travel to the London airports.

Directions
From Bideford Quay, proceed in the direction of Northam. Take the right hand turning at the Heywood road roundabout and proceed in the direction of Barnstaple. At the Roundswell roundabout with the BP garage on your left take the right hand turning onto the B3232. Proceed along this road passing through Newton Tracey and then on towards Alverdiscott. Upon reaching Alverdiscott continue along the road passing the church on your left. Take the next right hand turning onto Abbaton Cottages, Proceed along the road to where number 2 Abbaton Cottages will be found on you left hand side displaying a for sale board and nameplate.

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