Meshaw, South Molton, Devon, EX36

A most attractive Equestrian Smallholding occupying an outstanding edge of village position comprising a beautifully presented detached modern bungalow set in large gardens, In all about 10.22 Acres.



DESCRIPTION
Middle Down is an exceptionally attractive and versatile residential and equestrian smallholding, occupying a superb edge-of-village location in a peaceful yet easily accessible part of picturesque North Devon.
At the heart of the property is a beautifully presented, detached modern bungalow, which is predominantly wheelchair friendly, traditionally built with rendered and colour-washed block elevations under a tiled roof. The home benefits from uPVC rainwater goods, double-glazed windows, and Gas central heating. The spacious interior offers comfortable living accommodation, with the potential to easily create a fourth bedroom if desired.
The bungalow has been maintained to a high standard and is immaculately presented. The generous sitting/dining room enjoys plenty of natural light and opens into a stylish kitchen/dinning room, which offers lovely views over the south-east facing garden. French doors from the kitchen lead out to a paved terrace, ideal for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the morning sun.
The equestrian facilities are conveniently located just a short distance from the house, with their own separate access from a quiet country lane. These include three loose boxes and ample storage space, with potential to add more stabling if required. The adjoining land, directly accessible from the stables, is gently sloping, well-fenced pasture—ideal for grazing or equestrian use. The surrounding network of quiet lanes also offers excellent outriding opportunities.
In total, Middle Down extends to approximately 10.22 acres (4.14 hectares) and is offered for sale as a whole.
For layout and approximate room measurement please see the enclosed floorplan.

OUTSIDE
Middle Down is accessed via smart wooden gates off a quiet country lane, leading onto a private tarmac driveway with ample parking and direct garage access. A well-manicured lawned garden sits beside the driveway, while a paved side path wraps around the bungalow—framed by a raised rockery—and connects to the rear. A timber gate on the opposite side leads to a small tiled log store and offers secondary access to the rest of the property.
At the back of the bungalow, a spacious paved terrace—enclosed by low retaining walls—opens onto a lawn with flower beds, shrubs, a vegetable plot, and mature ornamental trees like cherry and birch. The garden is enclosed by wooden fencing, beech hedging, a Devon bank, and sheltering trees. From the terrace, gravel steps descend to a secondary hardcore track serving the gated stable yard and adjoining land. The equestrian facilities are tucked behind their own gated entrance and parking area, featuring an L-shaped stable block with mains power and water.
A hardcore track runs past the stables, providing access to the adjoining land, starting with a partly fenced area where the bulk LPG tank is located. Well-watered field, which also has its own gated access from the council lane. The land, totalling approximately 10.22 acres (4.14 hectares), consists of gently to moderately sloping, productive pasture ideal for grazing horses or livestock.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand mains electric, water and drainage is connected to the property. LPG gas central heating. Air band mask.
North Devon Council - Tax band C


Additional information
Broadband: Copper broadband is available—highest available download speed 21 Mbps, highest available upload speed 1 Mbps. (Based on Openreach data). Air band mast in field.
Mobile Coverage: Coverage available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. 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 Type: Standard construction

The property enjoys an attractive position within the unspoilt Devon hamlet known as Meshaw, just 5 miles from the nearby town of South Molton, which provides a useful range of everyday shopping and scholastic services, whilst Barnstaple to the west affords a more extensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities, befitting those of an important regional and administrative centre. There are excellent road and rail communications with the A361 North Devon trunk route providing an easy link to Tiverton and Junction 27 of the M5 motorway, with main line rail links available at Tiverton Parkway (London Paddington approx. 2 hours). The cathedral city and county town of Exeter is about 30 miles away, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol. The southern boundary of the Exmoor National Park lies approximately 5 miles to the north offering beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths and the stunning North Devon coastline. To the west are the popular sandy beaches of Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe.