Lincombe Manor Lincombe, Lee, Devon A historic residence, situated within close proximity of the coast, benefiting from a range of stone barns • Character Residence • Three Reception Rooms • Five Bedrooms (One En-Suite) • Range of Traditional Stone Barns • Planning Permission for Conversion into a Four Bedroom Dwelling • Lapsed Consent for Conversion into Holiday Cottages • South Facing Gardens of just under 1 Acre Location Communications The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of Lincombe Manor is situated in a small hamlet of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Lincombe, which is located above the picturesque Devon Link Road. The train station is located at Lee Bay. This enviable location offers easy access the regional centre of Barnstaple, which connects to the stunning North Devon coastline, as well to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail as the famous countryside, including Exmoor services to London (Paddington) in just over 2 National Park. The coastline and range of beaches hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline are close at hand, with Lee Bay being just over Railway Station is about a 45 minute drive, which a mile away, whilst there are a range of sandy connects to London and beyond. beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton, which also boasts a championship golf course. Mileages There are an excellent range of coastal walks available from the doorstep. Exmoor National • Lee Bay/Beach – just over 1 mile away Park is readily accessible, and is renowned for its • Ilfracombe – 2 miles undulating moors and pastureland, with rivers and streams running through deep wooded combes, • Braunton – 8 miles to the spectacular cliffs on the coast. There are a • Barnstaple – 14 miles range of amenities located at the nearby villages/ towns of Braunton, Ilfracombe and Barnstaple. The Property Lincombe Manor is a historic character residence with a fascinating history. The property is Grade II Listed, believed to date back to circa. 1500s and is thought to have been extended in the Georgian and Victorian eras. The property has been the subject of considerable expenditure by the current vendors, in the fabric of the building, including re-wiring, re-plumbing, drainage work, wood and damp treatments, re-plastering, updated heating system, a range of bespoke double glazed mullion windows and bathrooms. The property presents spacious accommodation with three reception rooms and five bedrooms (one en-suite), with a wealth of character features, including inglenook fireplaces, beamed ceilings and some Elizabethan mullion windows. Standing in generous gardens and grounds of just under an acre (0.9), enjoying a south facing aspect, and backing onto open countryside; a particular feature of the property is the range of stone barns. To the left of the farmhouse is a barn that benefits from planning permission to convert into a four bedroom dwelling that could be used for a variety of purposes, or sold off, if required. To the rear of the farmhouse is an L shaped barn, which has lapsed planning permission to convert into holiday cottages, along with the barn attached to the farmhouse; these barns offer vast potential. Properties with this much potential, with such close proximity to the coast, must be viewed to be appreciated. The accommodation with approximate dimensions is more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplan, but comprises: The front door leads through to the Sitting Room Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove and beamed ceiling. Study A dual aspect room with stone chimney breast. Rear Hallway / Study Enjoys a dual aspect overlooking the garden and the rear courtyard with replacement mullion windows. Slate flooring. Stable door gives access to the rear yard. From the sitting room, a door gives access to a Lobby Area Where stairs rise to the first floor landing. Dining Room Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove and bread oven. Beamed ceiling. Elizabethan mullion window to front elevation. Kitchen / Breakfast Room Enjoys a dual aspect, with a range of matching wall and base units, with sink and appliance space. Beamed ceiling. (Agent’s Note: The ceiling in the kitchen is low, at its highest, around 6’1, and at the bottom of one of the lowest beams, approximately 5’3. The vendors have obtained estimates for a low cost lowering of the floor to resolve this issue.) Utility Room Further range of matching base units with appliance space and slate floor. Oil fired boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating. Cloakroom off. First Floor Landing Windows to front elevation. Bedroom 1 Dual aspect room with exposed beams and floorboards. En-Suite Comprising low level WC, glass wash hand basin, shower cubicle and a double bath. Bedroom 5 Replacement mullion window to rear elevation. Built in storage. Bathroom Comprising roll top bath, low level WC and vanity wash hand basin. Bedroom 2 Window to rear elevation. Bedroom 4 Window to front elevation. Bedroom 3 Window to rear elevation. 17th Century ceiling coving remains. Outside The property is approached through a five bar gate, and leads to the courtyard at the rear, where there is ample off road parking. To the left of the driveway is a stone barn that benefits from planning permission to be converted into a four bedroom dwelling, with an attached car port. To the right of the driveway is a further barn that is attached to the kitchen of the farmhouse. At the rear of the farmhouse is an L shaped block of stone barns, attached to one corner of the farmhouse. As previously mentioned, these barns offer tremendous potential for a variety of uses, including holiday cottages, annexes, or extension of the main house (subject to planning permission). There is a pretty pond, and the majority of the garden is laid to lawn, with mature trees, backing onto open countryside. Property Information Services Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Local Authority North Devon District Council, Civic Centre, North Walk, Barnstaple, Devon. 01271 327711. Contents, Fixtures and Fittings Only those mentioned within this brochure are included in the sale. All others, such as carpets, curtains, light fittings, mirrors, garden ornaments etc are specifically excluded, but may be available by separate negotiation. Viewing By appointment with Jackson-Stops & Staff, North Devon 01271 325153. For sale by private treaty with vacant possession upon completion. Directions (EX34 8LL) From Junction 27 of the M5, take the A361 to Barnstaple. Upon reaching Barnstaple, follow signs to Braunton on the A361, and at the traffic lights in the centre of Braunton village, continue straight across, staying on the A361, passing through the village of Knowle. At the Mullacott Cross roundabout, turn left, signposted towards Woolacombe. Proceed for approximately 2 miles, and shortly after passing the golf driving range on your left hand side, turn right, signposted towards Lee. Stay on this lane for a further 2 miles, and at the junction, turn left. The property will be then situated a short distance along, on the left hand side. North Devon 01271 325153 [email protected] 27 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 1RP jackson-stops.co.uk Approximate Gross Internal Area: = 225 sq m / 2422 sq ft Important Notice: Jackson-Stops & Staff give notice that:- They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Ground Floor First Floor Measured in accordance with RICS guidelines. Every attempt is made to ensure accuracy, however all measurements are approximate. This floor plan is for illustrative purposes only and is not to scale. & Design 01803 867087 Print Kingfisher.