Lewdown, Okehampton, Devon EX20

Spacious 3-bed barn conversion in Lewdown with balcony views, character features, enclosed garden, and gated parking. Peaceful village setting with excellent access to A30 and local amenities.

A Substantial and Characterful Barn Conversion in a Sought-After Village Location. Barn Cottage is a beautifully presented detached barn conversion offering generously proportioned accommodation, set within the desirable village of Lewdown. This unique property combines traditional charm with modern convenience, making it an ideal home for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

The accommodation extends to over 1,800 sq ft and comprises:
A spacious first-floor living room with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, wood-burning stove, and French doors opening onto a private balcony with far-reaching countryside views.
A well-appointed dining room with feature fireplace and log burner, leading into a fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and adjoining utility room.
Three double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a separate shower room, all finished to a high standard.

Externally, the property benefits from a gated driveway providing off-road parking for three vehicles, and a private enclosed rear garden laid to lawn with patio areas and a timber storage shed.

LOCATION
Lewdown is a well-regarded village offering a strong sense of community and access to beautiful countryside. Nearby attractions include Roadford Lake and Dartmoor National Park, while Okehampton Station provides rail links to Exeter and London. Viewings are strictly by appointment and highly recommended to appreciate the quality and setting of this exceptional home.

Local attractions:
Strawberry Fields: A well known and popular farm shop within 5 miles.
Roadford Lake: 7 miles, a beautiful spot for water activities and walking with lakeside café.
Launceston town centre: 9 miles, a historic market town with Norman Castle and a variety of shops, eateries and amenities including secondary and primary schools, leisure centre, golf course, doctor and veterinary surgery.
Okehampton Train Station 11 miles connecting to Exeter and onto London Paddington among others

ACCOMMODATION
Composite front door with decorative leaded porthole window leads into:-

ENTRANCE HALL
uPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Wall light, feature beamed ceiling, ceramic tiled floor and stairs leading to first floor with under stair storage. Central heating radiator.

SHOWER ROOM
Fully tiled shower enclosure with sliding door and mixer shower over, close coupled W.C. and vanity unit with inset sink and cupboard under. Extractor fan, central heating towel rail and recessed spotlighting. Ceramic tiled floor.

DINING ROOM
Two uPVC double glazed windows to the front aspect. Feature log burning stove on slate hearth. Fully fitted carpet throughout, central heating radiator, space for dining room furniture and feature beamed ceiling. French glazed doors lead into:-

KITCHEN
Large uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect. Fully fitted kitchen having matching wall and base units with worksurface over, under unit lighting, tiled splash backing, inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit, integrated dishwasher, space for electric cooker with extractor hood over. Recessed spotlighting with feature beam ceiling and ceramic tiled floor. Airing cupboard with factory lagged hot water cylinder. Door to:-

UTILITY ROOM
Space and plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge / freezer, space for under counter tumble dryer with custom built storage over. Fuse board, extractor fan, loft hatch and Grant floor mounted oil fired central heating boiler. Continuation of ceramic tiled floor from the kitchen. Directional spotlighting.

LIVING AREA
Stairs from the entrance hall lead to:
An open plan living space with vaulted ceiling, including two Velux skylights to the rear and uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect. Fully glazed patio doors leading out to first floor balcony with distant views beyond. The living area is carpeted with two radiators and feature fireplace with stone surround, timber mantel and LPG gas stove. Loft access, three pendant ceiling lights and wall lighting.

FIRST FLOOR BALCONY
Excellent additional area for alfresco dining, well fenced borders with steel frame balustrade surround.

From the dining room a half glazed door gives access to the:-
REAR HALL
uPVC double glazed door to the rear garden. Carpeted throughout, pendant ceiling light, feature beam ceiling, storage cupboard, radiator, electric panel heater and doors to all principal rooms.

FAMILY BATHROOM
A well sized bathroom with uPVC double glazed window to the rear. Matching four piece suite of close coupled WC, pedestal wash hand basin, panel enclosed bath and shower enclosure with electric shower and extractor fan. Ceramic tiled floor and tiled splash backs to half height. Central heating radiator and directional spotlights.

BEDROOM THREE
Double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the side. Loft access, central heating radiator, ceiling light and multiple built-in high level storage cupboards.

BEDROOM TWO
Double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the side. Central heating radiator, recessed spotlighting, built-in wardrobes, carpet and space for bedroom furniture.

BEDROM ONE
Double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window. Ceiling light and wall lighting, “dual” built-in wardrobes, fully fitted carpet, central heating radiator and Internet connection point.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a gated driveway with a gravelled parking area for three cars in tandem. An iron gate leads to the rear garden which is predominantly laid to lawn and the continuation of a path serving the immediate rear of the property.

There is a useful timber storage shed which is approximately 5’ x 8’ with door and window to the front. Location of oil tank on concrete bund with stone wall serving the rear boundary.

To the side of the property is a concrete path with pedestrian gate and space for clothes line and water butt. A door leads into the rear hall from here.

Services -Mains water, drainage, and electricity. Oil Fired central heating
EE Rating - E
Council tax band - D
Directions
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Viewings strictly by appointment only
Please ring 01566 777 777 to view this property and check availability before incurring travel time/costs. Full details of all our properties are available on our website www.kivells.com.

Verified Material Information

Council Tax band: D

Tenure: Freehold

Property type: Bungalow

Property construction: Small flat roof used as balcony

Energy Performance rating: E

Electricity supply: Mains electricity

Solar Panels: No

Other electricity sources: No

Water supply: Mains water supply

Sewerage: Mains

Heating: Oil-powered central heating is installed.

Heating features: Double glazing and Wood burner

Broadband: FTTC (Fibre to the Cabinet)

Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - OK, Three - Good, EE - Good

Parking: Driveway

Building safety issues: No

Restrictions - Listed Building: No

Restrictions - Conservation Area: No

Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None

Public right of way: Yes: Small section if driveway allows access to property next door in order to access drsin

Long-term area flood risk: No

Historical flooding: No

Flood defences: No

Coastal erosion risk: No

Planning permission issues: No

Accessibility and adaptations: None

Coal mining area: No

Non-coal mining area: No

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