St. Giles, Torrington, Devon, EX38

A wonderful county home with superb equestrian facilities set in approximately 31 acres.

Description

Way Barton is a distinguished and beautifully positioned Grade II listed country house, quietly tucked away in the rolling countryside near Torrington in North Devon. Approached along a picturesque tree-lined drive, the property occupies a superb setting at the heart of its own land, with expansive views, exceptional equestrian facilities, and income-generating cottages, all set within approximately 31 acres of pasture, woodland, and gardens.

Believed to date from the 17th century, the principal house is a fine example of traditional West Country architecture, exuding period charm with a wealth of original features. The current owners have carried out a sensitive and comprehensive renovation, successfully blending timeless character with modern-day comforts. The result is a highly versatile family home that accommodates both formal entertaining and relaxed country living with ease.

The house is arranged around a welcoming reception hall and includes an elegant sitting room with open fireplace, a formal dining room with garden views, and a superb Orangery that opens directly onto a stone terrace, a perfect space for morning coffee or evening drinks. At the heart of the home lies a large kitchen, complete with Aga, central island and informal dining space, ideally suited for day-to-day family use and larger gatherings alike. A back hall and utility provide practical support for life in the country.

On the first floor of the main house is a beautifully appointed principal bedroom suite with an en suite bathroom Two further double bedrooms are served by a stylish family bathroom. Discreetly connected yet with private external access, a distinct wing of the house offers ideal accommodation for guests, relatives or live-in staff. It comprises a ground floor bedroom with en suite shower room, a sitting room, kitchen and two further double bedrooms upstairs, both with en suite facilities. This wing is entirely self-contained and provides excellent scope for multigenerational living, guest use or holiday letting.

In addition to the main house, the estate includes three further cottages. Rose Cottage is a well-proportioned two bedroom home, presented to a high standard and currently used for holiday letting. It offers flexible ancillary accommodation, with its own garden and parking. Orchard Cottage is a pretty three-bedroom detached cottage presented to a good standard throughout and The Cottage comprising of two bedrooms with parking and a garden.

Way Barton offers equestrian facilities of rare quality and completeness all accessed via a separate driveway to the main house. A purpose-built stable yard houses eight modern Lodden loose boxes, a tack room, rug room and ample storage, while a nearby detached stone barn is divided into three additional stables, a horse laundry, smart office and adjoining garage. A Monarch horse walker sits alongside a well-drained, 40m x 20m manège, and the land is divided into secure, well-maintained paddocks with a good internal access track. There is ample room for turnout, rotation and exercise, making the property particularly well-suited to private equestrian use or the potential development of livery or training facilities, subject to any necessary consents.

The grounds are a particular feature of Way Barton. In total, the land extends to approximately 31 acres, comprising about 20 acres of well-fenced pasture and 10 acres of mature, mixed-species woodland. At the heart of the holding is a picturesque three-quarter-acre carp lake, fringed by trees and grasses, which provides a peaceful focal point and a haven for wildlife. The gardens surrounding the house are attractively landscaped, with formal lawns, and stone terraces that lend themselves to outdoor dining and entertaining. The setting is both private and tranquil, with a wonderful sense of space and seclusion.

Although delightfully rural, Way Barton is by no means isolated. The nearby market town of Great Torrington offers a good range of amenities, including shops, pubs, a health centre and schools, while the larger town of Barnstaple is within easy reach, providing wider services and access to the North Devon Link Road (A361). From here, the M5 motorway and Tiverton Parkway station offer regular connections to Exeter and London, making the property well positioned for both full-time residence and occasional retreat.

Way Barton represents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored listed farmhouse in an unspoilt and untroubled setting, with multiple cottages, outstanding equestrian facilities and the lifestyle potential of a true Devon country estate.

Location

Way Barton can be found in glorious and unspoilt rolling Devonshire countryside and is only 4 miles from the town of Great Torrington which has an excellent range of amenities. The nearby port town of Bideford is set on the western edge of the River Torridge and offers a good range of shops, places to eat, a pannier market and a quay offering fishing trips and a ferry to Lundy Island. The main A39 Atlantic Highway skirts around the town to the north and this pretty scenic route leads to the regional centre of Barnstaple, with its mainline railway station and wider range of facilities. From here the North Devon link road connects to the Cathedral city of Exeter and the M5 Motorway and beyond. The surrounding countryside offers much for the outdoor enthusiast as the North Devon coast with its pretty villages, harbours and coves is only a stones throw away. Inland, the rugged expanses of both Exmoor and Dartmoor have much to explore with many walks and riding opportunities.




Acreage: 31 Acres

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Additional Info

Oil fired central heating. Mains water. Septic tank.

Underfloor heating in the kitchen and Orangery. The property has a private bore hole for drinking water.