Fountain Fields, Umberleigh

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

A well-presented semi-detached house with an enclosed rear garden backing onto open fields.

The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance lobby, cloakroom/WC, and a dual-aspect living room with fireplace, offering potential for a log burner as it is situated on an external wall. Stairs rise to the first floor.

The kitchen/dining room features French doors opening onto the rear garden and is fitted with matching shaker style wall and base units, roll-top work surfaces, a 1½ bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, tiled splashbacks, an integrated dishwasher, Neff electric double oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor above, and space for a washing machine.

On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom.

The property offers potential to extend, subject to the necessary planning permissions. Additional benefits include double glazing and gas-fired central heating. There may also be additional land available to the rear by separate negotiation.

Externally, there is a brick-paved driveway leading to a detached single garage, a gravelled parking area, a small lawn, and paved pathways providing access to both the front and rear of the property.

For layout and approximate room measurements, please refer to the floorplan or VIRTUAL TOUR.

THE AREA

The property is situated within a sought-after modern development in a quiet cul-de-sac position, backing onto open fields.

The village of High Bickington is a thriving and well served community, offering an excellent range of local amenities including a community shop, country pub, post office, pre-school and primary school, Methodist chapel and Church of England church, as well as an active community centre, communal woodland, play parks and a playing field. A regular bus service provides connections to nearby towns, along with access to the highly regarded Chulmleigh and West Buckland Schools. For leisure, Libbaton Golf Club is within a short drive, while the nearby Mole Resort, approximately 15 minutes away, offers a wide range of facilities including a gym, spa, swimming pool, restaurants and tea rooms. The scenic Tarka Line provides rail links to Barnstaple and Exeter, with stations at Portsmouth Arms and Umberleigh.

Barnstaple, approximately 20 minutes by car, serves as the regional centre, offering a wide range of shopping, leisure and healthcare facilities, including North Devon District Hospital and a theatre. The North Devon Link Road (A361) provides convenient access to Junction 27 of the M5 and Tiverton Parkway Station, which offers direct services to London Paddington in just over two hours. The towns of Great Torrington, South Molton and Bideford are all within easy reach, while Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, along with the stunning North Devon coastline, are approximately 40 minutes away, offering sandy beaches at Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough and Woolacombe, as well as spectacular coastal walks.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

The property is served by mains gas (central heating), electricity, water and drainage.

Torridge District Council - Band B
(approx. £1,977.04 per annum as of 2026/27)

EPC Rating - TBC

Tenure - Freehold

Internet & Mobile - According to Ofcom, ultrafast broadband is available at the property, and there is the likelihood of coverage from several mobile phone networks. For more information, please see the Ofcom website.

DIRECTIONS

From the A377 between Umberleigh and Barnstaple, follow signs for Atherington and High Bickington. Upon entering Atherington village square, turn left onto the B3217, signposted for High Bickington. Continue into the village and take the left turn into Fountain Fields. Then turn right, passing the play park, and continue straight ahead. The property will be directly in front, clearly identified by a For Sale board.

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Property Reference - #RS0759

IMPORTANT NOTICE

These sale particulars have been prepared as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you, please make contact prior to viewing the property. To the best of our ability we try to represent the property accurately and honestly. A purchaser must make sure they are satisfied with the property before agreeing to proceed.

A Property Information Questionnaire & Title Register are available to prospective purchasers before committing to proceed with a purchase. We are not legal experts, and you must seek and be guided by your own legal advice. Talk to us if there are any
questions or concerns relating to the property.

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Council Tax Band: B (North Devon Council)
Tenure: Freehold