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Burland House, Bittadon Barnstaple, EX31 4HJ

A beautifully presented detached former coaching inn with large garden and delightful views.

Barnstaple 7 miles. Woolacombe Beach 7 miles.

• 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms • 3 Reception Rooms • Breakfast Room/Kitchen • Original Features • Balcony/Alfresco Dining • Well Stocked Gardens • 0.76 Acre • Lovely Views • No Chain • Offers in excess of £435,000

Cornwall | Devon | Somerset | Dorset | London Burland House, Bittadon, Barnstaple, EX31 4HJ

SITUATION AND AMENITIES ENTRANCE HALL Bittadon is a small hamlet clustered around the B3230, about 7 miles north of Barnstaple, With part painted wood panelled walls and period staircase rising to first floor and lower North Devon's regional centre, housing the areas main business, commercial, ground floor - both described later. entertainment and shopping venues. The town is also well-known for its exclusive range of outlets including all of the high street favourites, as well as a diverse selection of local STUDY / LIBRARY stores. The towns Pannier Market dates back to Saxon period and trades in general goods, Fitted with extensive range of mahogany bookshelves with window providing views over local crafts and collectables. The North Devon Leisure Centre provides many indoor open countryside. Varnished wood block flooring running through an open archway to pursuits, along with the Tarka Tennis Centre, both in Barnstaple. Live theatres are DINING ROOM accessible at Barnstaple and Ilfracombe, whilst other sporting and leisure pursuits are close at hand, including golf at Ilfracombe, Landkey and Saunton. North Devon's famous Open period fireplace in cast iron with painted wooden surround, slate hearth. Views to coastline is easily accessible and offers an excellent range of safe and sandy beaches, front. Ornate moulding to ceiling. Part panelled walls. providing numerous water sport opportunities and walking country in abundance. The DRAWING ROOM favoured resorts of Croyde and Woolacombe are nearby, as is Exmoor, with all that it has A beautiful period room featuring at one end, an open fireplace with handsome Oak to offer. A short distance away is access to the North Devon Link Road, leading through to surround and over mantle, brick hearth. Painted beamed ceiling. Varnished wood block Junction 27 of the M5, whilst Barnstaple Railhead provides a link to the National Railway flooring. Three large picture windows with glass casement door at one end providing views System. and access to a splendid balcony / terrace, ideal for al-fresco dining and allowing views DESCRIPTION over open countryside. Burland House is a particularly charming detached period home. Formerly a coaching inn BREAKFAST ROOM / KITCHEN with adjacent coach house and hay loft, the property has been skilfully adapted over the At the heart of the property, this delightful double aspect through room is arranged in two years to create a highly individual character residence, which provides generous distinct sections, the breakfast area features an unusual fireplace with brick arch, brick accommodation with good ceiling heights, arranged over 3 floors. The current owners hearth and bread oven. To the left is a deep shelved alcove where each shelf is finished in have a real flair for interior design, and have "dressed" the bricks and mortar with gold tooled antique leather. Storage cupboard beneath. Ornate moulding to ceiling. considerable style and exquisite taste. There are many original features still in evidence, Window to front. Varnished wood block flooring throughout the entire room. The period enhanced by the comforts of modern living. Although currently run as a private home, the dresser is available by separate negotiation. An archway and steps separate the kitchen property could take advantage of its position, and possibly be adapted into an upmarket area, which is fitted with modern units in a cream and wood effect theme, and guesthouse / bed and breakfast establishment. Keen gardeners will note that there is incorporating a 1.5 bowl moulded sink, with tiled splash backs, and frieze depicting fruits. approximately ¾ acre of well-established garden, with terraces, to enjoy the delightful Further feature fireplace in brick, with painted wooden surround and panelling above. pastoral views, as well as natural water features. All in all, an early internal inspection of Shelved recesses either side, once again with the shelves finished in gold tooled antique this rambling period house is strongly advised. Special Note; The photograph of the front leather. Fitted appliances include Bosch dishwasher, freezer, Hotpoint oven and halogen elevation used on these particulars is an historic one showing the wisteria etc in a state of hob above. Window with views over open countryside. mature growth. The layout of the accommodation and measurements are more clearly shown on the accompanying floorplan, which is for identification purposes only. LOWER GROUND FLOOR GROUND FLOOR Half glazed double doors with brass door furniture leading to LOBBY ENTRANCE LOBBY Slate flooring. Stable door to garden. Slate flooring. Cupboards housing electrics. Inner front door with ornate antique brass GENTLEMAN'S WORKSHOP door knocker and letter box to With wood block flooring. Two sets of deep built-in storage cupboards. Worcester oil fired boiler for central heating. Coats pegs. Burland House, Bittadon, Barnstaple, EX31 4HJ

UTILITY ROOM OUTSIDE With Belfast sink, wooden work surface, appliance space under. Plumbing for washing There are two separate car parks, one nearest to the house at the lower lane level, the machine. Space for tumble dryer. Built-in storage cupboard. Dresser included. Cloakroom other is a tarmac hard standing area enclosed by fencing, on the opposite side of the road with wc. Stable door to loggia. to the property itself. Immediately adjacent to the front elevation is an area of paving, incorporating flowerbeds and an established wisteria is trained over the front elevation of FIRST FLOOR the front of the house. There are wrought iron access gates at either side of the property, Sunny part galleried landing with window, allowing views over open countryside. and to the right, there is a Devon bank topped by mature trees. INNER LANDING Part painted panelled walls. Trap to loft space. Immediately adjacent to the sitting room is the aforementioned splendid slate Balcony / BEDROOM 1 Terrace, edged by wrought iron, and archway at one end, with clematis trained over it. A very spacious double aspect room with painted timber vaulted ceiling and fine views. From the balcony, there are fine views over open countryside. Steps lead down to terraces Varnished wooden flooring. on various levels, as well as Loggia immediately below the balcony, where there is covered wood storage, and return access to the lower ground floor of the property. From the EN-SUITE BATHROOM 1 terraces, a series of stone steps linked by well-stocked flower borders with stone retaining An elegant classically decorated room featuring wood panelled steel bath with Italian walls lead on down to sweeping lawns interspersed with mature specimen trees and polished slate surround and splash back, running on above range of fitted toiletries shrubs including cherry, gunera, magnolia etc. The garden is bounded by mature trees and cupboards. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Window to side. hedging and also on two sides by streams, one of which, features a number of attractive waterfalls. In addition, there is a corrugated woodshed, a further timber garden shed, and BEDROOM 2 concealed oil tank. Feature cast iron fireplace with tiles inset and painted wooden surround. Built-in double storage cupboard. Varnished wooden flooring. Views to front.

BEDROOM 3 The gardens and grounds provide an appropriate setting, as well as complete seclusion View to front. and privacy. BEDROOM 4 LOCAL AUTHORITY Feature fireplace and painted wooden surround. Arched display alcove with storage North Devon District Council, Civic Centre, North Walk, Barnstaple, Devon. 01271 327711. cupboards below. Built-in double wardrobe with cupboards above. Varnished wooden flooring. Views to front. DIRECTIONS Leaving Barnstaple on the A39 in the direction of the North Devon District Hospital, at the BEDROOM 5/PLAYROOM traffic lights with the hospital on the right, continue across, then take the next left hand Exposed beams. Views to rear over open countryside. Varnished wooden flooring. turn onto the B3230. Follow this road passing through Muddiford and Milltown. Continue on, and eventually into Bittadon. As you pass the sign to the hamlet, continue climbing the FAMILY BATHROOM hill, where the property will be found on the right hand side, identified by our For Sale Wooden panelled steel bath. Brass telephone style mixer tap / shower attachment. Mira board. Parking is directly opposite, in the private parking bays adjacent to the GPO letter electric shower above. Tiled surround. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Brass box. heated towel rail / radiator. Views to rear over open countryside. Deep airing cupboard housing factory-lagged cylinder. Slatted shelves. Varnished wooden flooring. SERVICES Mains electricity, private borehole water supply. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Partial double glazing. Burland House, Bittadon, Barnstaple, EX31 4HJ

30 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1RP Tel: 01271 322833 Email: [email protected]

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