Pill Lane, Barnstaple

A wonderful opportunity to purchase a fully modernised detached contemporary residence together with a building plot benefiting from approved planning permission, set within a highly sought-after location. EPC Rated C. Council Tax Band E. Freehold.

Description - A wonderful and rare opportunity to acquire a detached contemporary residence together with a building plot benefiting from approved planning permission for a detached four bedroom home, all set within a highly sought after location. Meadow Green is a detached residence that has been meticulously reimagined through a comprehensive renovation programme, now offering an exceptional modern home within one of Barnstaple’s most desirable addresses. The property delivers spacious, light filled accommodation, uninterrupted far reaching views, and a superb balance of private outdoor space with multiple balconies that create seamless indoor-outdoor living. There is ample on site parking, together with the valuable advantage of existing planning consent for a two storey detached garage, providing future flexibility for a buyer seeking additional storage, a workshop, studio, office or ancillary space.

Adjacent to the property is the building plot which has plans approved for erection of a detached four-bedroom dwelling with good outside space and separate access from Pill Lane. Under North Devon Council Planning Reference Number 77066

House Accommodation - An inviting entrance porch with tiled flooring provides space for coats and boots, leading into a bright entrance hall with solid wood period flooring, a galleried landing, and a corner window and door opening to the garden with open views across adjoining fields. The area is exceptionally light, with natural daylight flooding the hallway. A WC serves this level. The living room continues the same quality flooring and features French doors to the garden and patio, together with a large open fireplace housing a woodburner. Adjoining this space is a double bedroom with its own wet room ensuite, finished with tiled and microcement flooring. The hub of the home is the superb lounge/kitchen/diner, arranged in a semi open plan layout with microcement flooring throughout, a central woodburner, and corner bi fold doors opening to the patio, an outstanding space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar and a range of modern units with Bosch built in double oven, quartz worktops, dishwasher, fridge, and an electric hob with extractor. Beyond is a highly practical and spacious utility/shower room, fitted with built in units, space for white goods, an inset sink, and a double shower, ideal after muddy dog walks or returning from a morning surf. Access to the garden and to the front.

An oak staircase with glass balustrade rises to the first floor. The landing provides access to a double bedroom with bi fold doors opening to a balcony with composite decking and glass balustrade, plus a built in cupboard. A second double bedroom sits opposite. The principal bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with attractive views and includes an ensuite shower room finished with microcement flooring, WC, basin, and a walk in double shower. A stylish family bathroom completes the accommodation, offering microcement flooring, a vanity unit with basin, WC, walk in shower, and a freestanding bath.

Outside - An undercover log store sits to the front, alongside a patio area and a sweeping driveway providing extensive parking for multiple vehicles, including space suitable for a motorhome, boat etc. The property also benefits from approved planning consent for a detached double garage with room above which could suit home gym, studio, office etc with services already in situ.
To the rear, a large south facing terrace wraps around the house, creating an excellent space for entertaining and outdoor dining, leading down to a lawned garden. The setting is private, with a pleasant open outlook, offering an ideal environment for relaxed outdoor living.

Building Plot - Adjacent to the property is approved planning for erection of a detached four-bedroom dwelling with good outside space and separate access from Pill Lane. The Ground Floor consists of an entrance hall, utility, WC and open plan kitchen, living, dining space. The First Floor accommodates 4 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This has been granted under North Devon Council Planning Reference Number 77066

There is currently a planning application pending for a second dwelling where the garage currently sits. This is available by separate negotiation.

Situation & Amenities - Pill Lane is a no-through lane shared with 12 other properties and is convenient for local facilities at Newport, including shops, schools, Rock Park and riverside walks. The town itself is easily accessible and as the regional centre, Barnstaple offers the area’s main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues, as well as pannier market, live theatre and District Hospital. Within walking distance are Newport Primary Academy and Park Secondary School, as well as the Tarka Trail - part of the national cycle network. The North Devon Link Road is also close by, allowing access to the M5 at Junction 27, in 45 minutes or so, and where Tiverton parkway nearby offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over two hours. There are a number of clubs for golfers within the area, but most noted are the two championship links courses at Saunton and the Royal North Devon at Westward Ho! (the oldest club in the UK). Sailing is available on the coastal waters at Instow, a few miles away, on the banks of the River Torridge, also home to the North Devon Yacht Club. The glorious sandy surfing beaches at Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe are all within easy motoring distance, as is Exmoor National Park to the North. North Devon is also the only UK coastline identified as a ‘World Surfing Reserve’. Exeter the county town and Cathedral city - with its international airport - is just over 40 miles from Barnstaple and a regular local train operates between the two.

Services - All mains connected. Gas central heating

Agent's Note - There is also potential for additional land positioned in front of Meadow Green, enhancing outlook and long term control for a future purchaser.

For further details, please contact the selling agent.