Lynway, Lynton

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

This detached Grade II listed property is thought to of been built in the middle of the 1800s. This property's historic beauty is enhanced by its original 12-pane sash windows and charming stairway. Beautiful French doors with border panes on the ground floor lead out to a veranda. The ground floor is currently divided into two self contained apartments. Three more independent apartment, are available on the first level. The property's front features stunning views of the river valley, Countisbury Hill, and Lynton. Beautiful views of the Welsh Coast across the Bristol Channel are another feature of the house.

WHITEBEAM - Hallway, 2 Bedrooms, Study, Shower Room, Living/Dining Room with fireplace, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility/Boot Room.

PEBBLES - Living/Dining Room, Kitchen, 1 Bedroom with en-suite.

SEASCAPE - Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, 1 Bedroom, Shower Room.

DRIFTWOOD - Lobby, Shower Room, Kitchen/Dining/Living Room, 1 Bedroom.

BEACHGLASS - Hall, Shower Room, Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms.

For layout and approximate room measurement, please see the enclosed floor plan and VIRTUAL TOUR.

OUTSIDE

There are wonderful views of the coast and moorland. The house has enough parking in front, and a winding pathway leads up to the front and side terraces. There is also access to the utility/boot room.

THE AREA

The property has direct access onto the Lyn Way, part of the South West Coast Path, a pedestrian walkway in Lynton. There are several ways for walkers to descend into the harbour area along this picturesque path that runs from Lynton down towards Lynmouth. The Lyn Way, which passes via famous locations including Summerhouse Hill and the Cottage Inn.

Within a short walk are local amenities, including a good selection of restaurants, bars, cafés, shops, small supermarkets, a library, a primary school, and places of worship, along with a regular bus service.

Lynton is twinned with the coastal village of Lynmouth, set on the banks of the River Lyn overlooking the sea and reached by a cliffside railway. The South West Coast Path passes directly through Lynton & Lynmouth and is England's longest waymarked long-distance footpath and a National Trail. It stretches for 630 miles (1,014 km), running from Minehead in Somerset, along the coasts of Devon and Cornwall, to Poole Harbour in Dorset. More extensive shopping facilities and amenities are available at the larger town of Ilfracombe (about half an hour) and the regional centre of Barnstaple (about 45 minutes). The world-renowned surfing beaches at Woolacombe, Putsborough, Saunton (also with Championship golf course) and Croyde are also about 45 minutes by car.

The North Devon link road (A361) is about a 40-minute drive and eventually joins the M5 motorway network at Junction 27, where Tiverton Parkway offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours. The nearest international airports are at Bristol and Exeter. There are excellent state and private schools within the area. The Valley of Rocks is within level walking distance (passing the extraordinary location of the cricket ground), offering access to many miles of coastal walks and stunning unspoilt countryside, which the surrounding Exmoor National Park has to offer. A trip to Dunkery Beacon, Exmoor's highest point has incredible views and a picnic at Landacre Bridge or visit to Withypool tea rooms would be well worth the journey.

TENURE

Freehold

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

The property is served by mains water, drainage, electricity and oil.

According to Ofcom, ultrafast broadband is available at the property, and there is the likelihood of coverage from several mobile phone networks. For more information, please see the Ofcom website.

North Devon Council - Band B
(2025/26-Approx. £ 1,984.29 per annum)

EPC - Exempt

DIRECTIONS

From our office proceed down the steps from Castle Hill to Queen Street, continue along the road for approximately 50 metres, turn left at the Horizon Coffee Company onto Sinai Hill, passing The Crown Hotel, where the property can be found a short way up on the left hand.

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Council Tax Band: TBC (North Devon Council)
Tenure: Freehold