Bickleton, Nr Instow

Offering the very best of coast and country living, this charming and individual cottage with a separate self-contained annexe down the road presents a truly wonderful lifestyle opportunity within a tranquil semi-rural setting. Currently operating as successful rental units across two separate units, this immaculately presented property simply must be seen to be fully appreciated and is offered with the added benefit of NO ONWARD CHAIN.

The cottage itself is beautifully appointed throughout, with well-planned accommodation that flows effortlessly from the moment you step through the front door. At the heart of the home is a well-fitted kitchen/breakfast room, perfect for morning coffee and relaxed family meals, while the generous sitting room oozes charm and character with its attractive fireplace, an inviting space to unwind at the end of the day. A useful utility room and shower room complete the ground floor.

Moving upstairs, two large double bedrooms and a family bathroom provide comfortable and spacious sleeping accommodation. Outside, a dedicated off-road parking space sits to the front, whilst to the rear a manageable and private courtyard garden offers a delightful space to sit out and enjoy the surroundings.

Set within its own curtilage a short distance across and down the road, the property also boasts a generous double garage and workshop with light and power connected, a hugely versatile space for the hobbyist, tradesperson, or those simply in need of serious storage. Above, the recently constructed New Barn is a superb self-contained retreat, thoughtfully designed with a comfortable open-plan kitchenette and bed-sitting room warmed by a characterful wood-burning stove, along with an ensuite shower room. Ample off-road parking for several vehicles and an elevated garden enjoying far-reaching countryside views complete this exceptional package.

Tucked away in the peaceful hamlet of Bickleton, this is the kind of setting that reminds you why North Devon is so special. Surrounded by rolling Devon countryside yet wonderfully well-connected, Bickleton offers a genuine sense of rural tranquillity without the feeling of being off the beaten track. Just a mile down the road, the delightful village of Instow is one of North Devon's most cherished coastal villages, a place where the Taw and Torridge estuaries meet in a truly stunning setting. With its sandy beach, popular sailing club, seafront café and the much-loved pubs, Instow has an easy, unhurried charm that never grows old. Morning walks along the estuary, afternoon ice creams on the beach and sundowners watching the boats drift by, life here has a wonderful rhythm to it. The Tarka Trail runs right through the village too, connecting walkers and cyclists to Barnstaple in one direction and Bideford in the other, through some of North Devon's most beautiful estuary scenery. The market town of Barnstaple with its wide range of shops, schools, restaurants and leisure facilities, is just a short drive away, and when the surf calls, the world-famous beaches of Croyde, Saunton and Putsborough are all within easy reach. This is a corner of North Devon that truly offers the very best of everything.

Entrance -

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 4.07m x 3.39m (13'4" x 11'1") - Well-fitted with a range of work surfaces comprising a ceramic sink and drainer unit with drawers and cupboards below and matching wall-units over with underlighting, space for cooker with extractor hood over, space for fridge/freezer, part-tiled walls, tiled floor and underfloor heating.

Sitting Room - 5.73m x 4.41m (18'9" x 14'5" ) - A generous reception room found at the rear of the home with an attractive fireplace housing wood-burning stove, large window flooding the room with natural light, tiled floor, underfloor heating, rear door to the courtyard garden and stairs to the first floor with useful understairs cupboard.

Utility Room - Fitted with a range of work surfaces with space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for tumble dryer.

Shower Room - Fitted with a white suite comprising a corner shower, low-level W.C and wash basin, part-tiled walls and underfloor heating.

First Floor -

Bedroom One - 4.51m x 3.42m (14'9" x 11'2") - A spacious double bedroom, currently arranged as a twin, found at the front of the home.

Bedroom Two - 3.76m x 3.17m (12'4" x 10'4" ) - A large double bedroom found at the rear of the home and enjoying countryside views.

Bathroom - Fitted with a white suite comprising a roll-top bath with central mixer taps and telephone shower attachment, low-level W.C, wash basin and tiled walls.

Outside - Immediately at the front, the property offers a private driveway with a parking space for one vehicle whilst to the rear is a manageable, South-facing courtyard garden. There is also a right of way through the neighbours garden allowing for side access. There is additional garden and parking across the road at New Barn and the garage.

Annexe (New Barn) - Located across the road from the main cottage, New Barn is a self-contained holiday let above the garage. There are steps up the side to the elevated garden and entrance. Currently run as a holiday let, this space is also suited to a dependant relative, teenage children or for guests and visitors. It could also be utilised as a home office or combined with the garage, subject to any necessary consents.

Kitchenette/Bed-Sitting Room - 5.84m x 4.50m (19'1" x 14'9" ) - This large open-plan room comprises a well-fitted kitchenette with a range of work surfaces comprising a 1 1/2 bowl sink and drainer unit with drawers and cupboards below, attractive tile feature wall and LED plinth lighting, breakfast bar and space for undercounter fridge/freezer, bed-sitting area with wood-burning stove and useful airing cupboard.

Shower Room - Stylishly-fitted with a white suite comprising a large shower, low-level W.C and wash basin, tiled walls, tiled floor and underfloor heating.

Outside - New Barn and the garage are approached via a private gated driveway providing ample off-road parking for a number of vehicles along with a useful store. There are steps up to the elevated garden area and leading to the entrance to New Barn. The garden is laid to lawn with flower beds and borders and countryside views can be enjoyed.

Double Garage - 7.45m x 4.50m (24'5" x 14'9" ) - With electric up and over door, separate personal door and light and power connected. The space makes for excellent storage or a workshop or could be converted further and combined with New Barn, subject to planning.

Agents Note - The utilities for the cottage and annexe are separate. The cottage is currently supplied by mains electricity, a well providing water and septic tank drainage - borehole water (provided via the neighbour) can be available in future. The annexe is supplied by mains electricity, private borehole water and a private sewage treatment plant.

The cottage enjoys side access via a right of way through the neighbours garden.

Holiday Let Potential - Each property is currently run as a successful holiday let and offers great potential. For details on how the property has performed, please contact the team. The property can be sold with furniture by separate negotiation. Photos used have kindly been provided by holidaycottages.co.uk.

Viewings - Please be aware viewings can only be conducted during changeovers and breaks in the calendar and must be arranged via the sole agents, Phillips, Smith and Dunn.

SERVICES: Cottage: Electric Heating - underfloor to the ground floor, well-fed water (Borehole feed from next door available), septic tank drainage, mains electricity.
New Barn Loft: Borehole water, sewage treatment plant, mains electricity.
EPC: E & C
TENURE: Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: C
LOCAL AUTHORITY: North Devon District Council.