Loxhore, Barnstaple

A wonderful recently renovated period stone cottage enjoying stunning gardens set within a timeless and unspoilt traditional Devon hamlet. EPC Band F. Council Tax Band D. Freehold.

Situation - Loxhore is a picturesque traditional Devonshire hamlet approximately 7 miles from Barnstaple. The hamlet is located on high ground and benefits from a direct access to public country foot paths and bridlepaths as well as an active village hall with a welcoming community. The neighbouring village of Bratton Fleming is a pleasant village with local amenities including primary school, community shop and Post Office.

Barnstaple town is located on the banks of the Rivers Taw and Yeo, being North Devon's regional centre and houses the area's main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues. Barnstaple also accommodates the North Devon District Hospital & Loxhore has proved to be a popular base for clinical staff as the two are only about 10 minutes apart. A number of sporting and leisure pursuits are close at hand, including golf at Landkey, Ilfracombe and Saunton, with its Championship standard golf course. Exmoor is within a short drive, and you can regularly see the beautiful Exmoor ponies, deer, owls and a huge array of wildlife, flora and fauna. Notable towns, villages and hotspots within the moor include Lynton & Lynmouth, on the coast, Dunster, Dulverton, Tarr Steps and the Doone Valley (the setting for the fabulous Lorna Doone book by RD Blackmore).

On the doorstep, are the grounds of Arlington Court, a National Trust property, with a multitude of accessible footpaths. Wistlandpound Reservoir is approximately 3.5 miles away, along with the Calvert Trust which offers access to a swimming pool for private hire. A short distance away, access is available to the North Devon Link Road, leading through to Junction 27 of the M5, part of the National Motorway Network and where at Tiverton Parkway, London Paddington can be reached in just over 2 hours, whilst Barnstaple Railhead also provides a link to the National Railway System.

Description - This delightful period property presents whitened stone elevations with double glazing beneath a slate roof and is set within a peaceful location, boasting a stunning south facing garden which adjoins the babbling stream and also benefits from ample off-road parking for several vehicles. The property is beautifully presented and has been a labour of love for the owners, tastefully modernising the cottage and gardens while combining many original period features. This quintessential Devon cottage is perfect for anyone seeking a property with a sense of complete tranquillity and is considered ideal as a principal residence, second home or holiday rental. This is certainly a property that needs to be viewed internally to be fully appreciated.

Accommodation - A traditional Stone storm porch with leads into the entrance hall with its tiled flooring which continues throughout the ground floor. The sitting room includes an inglenook fireplace with stone surrounds, slate hearth, original bread oven and new efficient wood burner. Across the hall, the wonderfully light dining room features a fireplace with new efficient wood burner and French doors to the front. The kitchen includes a good range of cupboard units with granite worktops, inset sink, electric oven with hob and integrated appliances, from here is the useful utility room with built In units, integrated washing machine, WC and rear boot room with door to the driveway.

The first floor includes a split landing which leads to three comfortable, double bedrooms, full of light and featuring exposed wooden floors. The family bathroom includes a bath with shower above, heated towel rail, WC and sink.

Outside - The well-tended gardens are a complete delight, complementing the traditional style of the cottage. The main garden features a raised gravel patio that overlooks attractive borders with a variety of hedging, shrubs and seasonal plants, which set off the neat, well-maintained lawns and provide year-round colour and interest. A separate garden shed provides useful storage. At the bottom of the garden, the owners have thoughtfully created a pathway and steps leading down to a second gravel patio overlooking the river - a peaceful retreat for relaxing or entertaining.

Accessed via charming 5-bar gates, Oakdene boasts two gravel driveways - one on each side of the property - offering convenient off-road parking for two vehicles.

Services/Property Information - Mains Water and Electric
Electric heating (Manual and WiFi controlled - installed 2021) complemented by 2 x efficient wood burners.
Private drainage (new sewage treatment plant installed 2021)
Most renovations done 2023 (including new slate roof)
Superfast Broadband (fibre to the home)