Skip to content
Get brand editions for Symonds & Sampson, Axminster

Sowden Lane, Barnstaple

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

Ask agent

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • A unique brick-vaulted character-laden conversion of a Victorian subterranean water reservoir.
  • Tucked away on the rural edge of Barnstaple.
  • Total site of aprox 0.58 acre

Description

A simply astounding and versatile detached three/four bedroomed home in over half an acre with a glorious outlook and views over the townscape to the River Taw.

For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday 18th June 2026 at 2pm at Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne DT9 3AB. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.

The Property - An absolutely stunning and characterful four bedroomed conversion of a Victorian reservoir.
•GF: Eye catching ‘Mediterranean’ style brick floored & arched courtyard, reception hall, kitchen, fabulous sitting room, second kitchen/utility room, three bedrooms each with en-suite facilities, dining room/fourth bedroom.
•One of the main bedrooms and the second kitchen/utility room together could together be utilised as a self-contained annexe.
•Laid to grass for ease of maintenance, beautiful west-facing patio/terrace (serving the sitting room and two of the en-suite bedrooms) and a summerhouse.
•Two garages and off-street space for a number of vehicles.

Location - Enjoying an out-of-the-way setting in over half an acre on the rural edge of Barnstaple.
•About a mile from the town centre.
•Beautiful coastline including Saunton Sands about 9 miles due west.
•Just under a mile from the North Devon Link Road
•M5 Junction 27 at Tiverton 35 miles

Directions - ///shifts.skin.testy

Services - Mains water and electricity, private drainage. Underfloor heating via ground source heat pump.
Superfast available. Source: ofcom.org.uk
Mobile coverage is available in the area.
Please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details.

Tenure - Freehold.

Local Authority - North Devon District Council

Tel :
Council Tax band E

Viewings - Viewings by appointment only through Jackson Stops, Barnstaple
Tel :

Solicitors - Nexa Law Suite 2, Salop House, 13 Salop Road Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2NR.
Email : terese.
Tel :



Brochures

Wotaview.pdf
COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Ask agent
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
Ask agent

Sowden Lane, Barnstaple

Approximate location

Add an important place to see how long it'd take to get there from our property listings.

__mins driving to your place

Affordability

Monthly repayments£2,006
Property: £ 400,000
Deposit: £ 40,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
Powered byNatwest
These results are estimates and are only intended as a guide. Make sure you obtain accurate figures from your lender before committing to any mortgage. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage.
Extension potential
Recently sold & under offer
See similar nearby properties
Get brand editions for Symonds & Sampson, Axminster

About Symonds & Sampson, Axminster

Trinity Square, Axminster, EX13 5AW
Industry affiliations:

Exciting News!! Symonds & Sampson LLP is delighted to have been recognised as one of the top 2% of Estate Agents and Letting Agents in the UK, and now features in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2026 – the most comprehensive review of UK agencies. The firm has been awarded the highest prize, Double Gold, for Sales and Lettings across all eleven agency offices. This puts us firmly in the top 2% of agencies across the UK!

Residential Estate Agents You Can Trust

Symonds & Sampson has been providing a comprehensive range of property services to clients across Dorset, Devon, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Cornwall since 1858.

Proudly independent to this day, our reputation is built on trust and integrity, and our forward-thinking experts are committed to providing a high-quality agency service from start to finish. Your home is probably the most significant investment you will ever make, and you can trust our knowledgeable agents to guide you through the process, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience.

• 17 regional offices

• Over 90 qualified professionals

• The London Office

• Extensive register of applicants actively searching for property

• Over 250,000 average monthly website views

• Over 1,500,000 average monthly reach on social media

We are one of the few firms in the area that can offer the sale of property by private treaty, auction and tender, and we are proud of our thriving letting and property management department. Furthermore, as a multidisciplinary firm, we can leverage the extensive knowledge of our in-house valuers, surveyors, and planners to provide the advice and support you need for buying, selling, or managing your residential, rural, and commercial properties.

We look forward to helping you.

Notes

These notes are private, only you can see them.

Staying secure when looking for property

Ensure you're up to date with our latest advice on how to avoid fraud or scams when looking for property online.

Visit our security centre to find out more

Disclaimer - Property reference 34659575. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Symonds & Sampson, Axminster. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Symonds & Sampson, Axminster on 01297 300894.

*Guide Price: An indication of a seller's minimum expectation at auction and given as a “Guide Price” or a range of “Guide Prices”. This is not necessarily the figure a property will sell for and is subject to change prior to the auction.

Reserve Price: Each auction property will be subject to a “Reserve Price” below which the property cannot be sold at auction. Normally the “Reserve Price” will be set within the range of “Guide Prices” or no more than 10% above a single “Guide Price.”

*This is the average speed from the provider with the fastest broadband package available at this postcode. The average speed displayed is based on the download speeds of at least 50% of customers at peak time (8pm to 10pm). Fibre/cable services at the postcode are subject to availability and may differ between properties within a postcode. Speeds can be affected by a range of technical and environmental factors. The speed at the property may be lower than that listed above. You can check the estimated speed and confirm availability to a property prior to purchasing on the broadband provider's website. Providers may increase charges. The information is provided and maintained by Decision Technologies Limited.
**This is indicative only and based on a 2-person household with multiple devices and simultaneous usage. Broadband performance is affected by multiple factors including number of occupants and devices, simultaneous usage, router range etc. For more information speak to your broadband provider.

Map data ©OpenStreetMap contributors.