21.88 Acres - Black Dog, Crediton, Devon, EX17

A privately situated detached 4-bedroom farmhouse, with lovely views over its adjoining land. Extensive garaging, separate portal framed agricultural building and pastureland. In total approximately 21.88 acres.


INTRODUCTION
Little Densham is a well-proportioned rural property set in a peaceful location near the village of Black Dog in Mid Devon, which comes to the market for the first time since it was built. It comprises a spacious four bedroom detached house, a modern agricultural building, and approximately 21.88 acres of pastureland divided into manageable enclosures. Surrounded by open countryside and woodland, the property offers privacy and flexibility ideal for livestock grazing, equestrian use (STP), or those seeking a lifestyle change in a tranquil setting. With scope for improvement and potential for future development, Little Densham is a rare opportunity in a sought-after part of Devon.

DESCRIPTION
Originally built in the 1980s and thoughtfully extended in 2004, Little Densham is a spacious and well-balanced rural home set within 21.88 acres of pastureland in the heart of Mid-Devon. The property provides generous accommodation and a peaceful countryside setting, making it ideal for those seeking a lifestyle property with smallholding or equestrian potential.

The dwelling would benefit from a degree of modernisation in parts, offering excellent scope for a prospective buyer wanting to “put their own stamp” on a property. Upon entering the home, you are welcomed into the Entrance Hall with access to a useful Storage Room beneath the stairs, and further doors to the Sitting Room (with dual aspect and stone fireplace with woodburning stove), and the well proportioned Dining Room, perfect for entertaining or family meals.

The Kitchen/Breakfast Room is a spacious and practical hub of the home, fitted with granite worktops and wood-fronted cupboards, an oil-fired Rayburn, and an electric oven perfectly suited for both everyday cooking and cosy winter warmth. Dual aspect windows frame views over the garden and the rear field.

From the kitchen, a Rear Hallway leads to a well equipped Utility Room, offering further storage, plumbing for appliances, and access to a convenient ground floor WC. The ground floor also benefits from two attached Garages (one single and one double) providing extensive space for vehicles, storage, or workshop use.

Upstairs, the property offers four well-proportioned Bedrooms arranged around a central landing with access to the roof void and airing cupboard. The Master Bedroom (Bedroom 1) is a spacious, front-facing room with dual aspect windows offering far-reaching countryside views and excellent natural light. Bedroom 2, also front-facing, is a comfortable double room.

Bedroom 3, positioned at the rear of the house, benefits from fitted wardrobes and a pleasant outlook over the garden. Bedroom 4, a smaller front-facing room, ideal as a child’s bedroom, nursery, or home office.

The Family Bathroom is modern and stylishly appointed, including a panel bath, corner shower cubicle, vanity basin, close-coupled WC, and a heated towel rail. A side-facing obscured glazed window provides natural light while maintaining privacy.

Large windows and a practical layout make this a comfortable and adaptable home, suited to both family living and rural enterprise.

OUTSIDE
Little Densham is approached via a private hardened driveway, accessed from a shared trackway that leads from the nearest public highway to the southwest. The driveway opens into a generous parking and turning area in front of the house, offering ample space for vehicles and easy access to the integrated garages.

The property sits within a large domestic plot, surrounded by lawned gardens, landscaped flower beds, mature shrubs, and established fruit trees. A concrete pathway encircles the house, and to the rear, an external oil-fired boiler and bunded oil tank are discreetly positioned.

To the northwest of the dwelling lies a concreted livestock yard, which leads to a substantial 4-bay steel portal-framed Agricultural Building. Measuring approximately 18.28m x 8.79m internally, the building is equipped with electricity and water, and includes timber external boarding, metal sheeted doors, and Perspex roof lights within its corrugated fibre cement roof. A bunded red diesel tank is also housed within the building. The building may offer potential for alternative uses (subject to all necessary planning consents and approvals).

The holding extends in total to approximately 21.88 acres of gently sloping pasture, divided into four manageable enclosures by traditional Devon banks and hedgerows. A stream bisects the land, and several livestock drinking troughs are installed throughout. The setting offers privacy, open views, and excellent scope for grazing, equestrian use, or smallholding activities.

SERVICES AND OUTGOINGS
We understand that the property is connected to mains electricity and mains water (with the water supply currently provided via a sub-metered spur from the neighbouring property, East Densham—although with plans to be separated).

Heating is provided by an external oil-fired boiler, with a bunded oil tank located within the garden. Drainage is to a private septic tank system.

Council Tax: Mid Devon District Council – Band E

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FFTP-Broadband is available– highest available download speed 1800mbps

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, Three, and Vodafone. Coverage and speeds may vary; buyers should confirm with their provider.

Flood Risk: Some small low lying areas of the land holding are designated as being at increased risk of surface water flooding (>3.3% annual risk). The dwelling itself is not at increased risk of flooding.

Construction Type: Conventional cavity wall construction with rough-rendered elevations, cement pantile roof, and uPVC double glazing.

Rights & Restrictions: The property benefits from a right of way over a shared private trackway. A public footpath runs along this third-party owned track, but there are no public rights of way on the subject holding itself.

The property is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in or referred to in the property charges register of the registered title, together with all public and private rights of way, wayleaves, easements and other rights of way whether these are specifically referred to or not.

Basic Payment Scheme: The land is being sold without any entitlements to the Basic Payment Scheme or any de-linked payments.

Sporting and Mineral Rights: It is understood that these are in hand and will be included with the freehold.

Accessibility & Adaptations: No specific adaptations noted.

Tenure: The property is held freehold (title absolute), registered with the Land Registry under title number DN717860.

Method of Sale: The property is offered for sale by private treaty, with vacant possession on completion.

Agri-environment Schemes: The holding is not currently subject to any agri-environment schemes.

IMPORTANT NOTICE AND HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY
All persons wishing to view the property do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the Vendors or their Agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are visiting the property. A farm is a potentially hazardous environment and for prospective purchasers own personal safety, please be vigilant when viewing, particularly around the farmyard and in fields containing stock. All persons viewing the property are asked to observe the country code and close all gates.

Greenslade Taylor Hunt, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Greenslade Taylor Hunt has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
3. We have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the purchaser is responsible for making his own enquiries in this regard.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by any intending purchasers inspecting properties that have been sold, let or withdrawn.

v.3.1 - Ref. TIV250250 - date produced 13/10/2025

SITUATION
Little Densham is located in a peaceful rural setting approximately 0.7 miles southeast of the village of Black Dog, within the parish of Woolfardisworthy, Mid-Devon. The surrounding area is characterised by open countryside, farmland, and pockets of woodland, offering a tranquil and private environment.

The nearby town of Crediton (approx. 7 miles south) provides a full range of amenities including shops, schools, healthcare, and transport links. Crediton Railway Station offers regular services to Exeter St Davids, connecting to the national rail network. For road travel, Junction 27 of the M5 lies approximately 19 miles to the east, providing access to the wider motorway network.