£1,595,000 /Sale price

A rare and exceptional opportunity to experience chocolate-box living on the edge of Barnstaple. Just a stone's throw from the town yet completely private, Upcott Farm is nestled within 13 acres of secluded grounds and woodland. Renovated and maintained to the highest standard, this beautiful Grade II listed thatched cottage is truly deserving of an internal viewing. Chequers Estate agents are proud to offer for sale this breathtaking Grade II period thatched chocolate box residence to the market in a highly sought after peaceful location just a stones throw from Barnstaple Town Centre. The property has been the subject of extensive, yet sympathetic renovation to now provide well-presented and versatile accommodation that could suit a variety of uses. Upcott Farm has been exquisitely finished to high standards to maximise the wealth of character features throughout, which include exposed beams, lintels, A frames, stonework, brickwork, and window seats. Due to the high quality level of renovations, the property has retained the authentic feel of a rustic farmhouse, yet benefits from modern conveniences.The accommodation briefly comprises: a welcoming and light entrance hallway with staircase leading to the first floor. Oak latch doors throughout the property lead to the spacious accommodation that this cottage has to offer. The hallway leads to a separate dining room, bedroom 5 / study area with cloakroom off, as well as a cosy living room with working wood burner. Steps down lead to the modern luxury kitchen with high specifications including oak worktops and fully integrated appliances including steam oven, conventional oven, hob, and under counter fridge. Also from the kitchen is a useful boot room, with door leading to a useful cloakroom. The kitchen also leads into a separate preparation room with large areas of cupboard space, integrated fridge and freezer as well as a dishwasher. Through the snug lounge to a stunning open plan living area perfect for entertaining it is light, bright and airy with fitted fans, working multi fuel wood burner and bursting with character with exposed vaulted ceiling. From the living room double doors overlook and lead out onto the front garden. To the first floor are four double bedrooms, two family bathrooms and the main bedroom has an en-suite. The east wing currently has two good size doubles and a modern shower rooms. Steps down then lead to a further double bedroom and a modern four piece bathroom suite including a beautiful roll top bath ideally suited as a guest suite. The main suite is accessed via a dressing room with two walk in wardrobe cupboards. The main bedroom which is light and bright with further fitted wardrobes and there is a beautifully equipped, modern shower room en-suite. The property is equally as impressive outside, with delightful grounds including a walled garden to the front, three extensive patio areas with lighting, three paddocks and a wild woodland. There is ample off road parking, as well as a car port and stone / cob barn to the side that offers potential (STPP) for two cottages. In total, the property stands in around 13 acres and is bursting with character and further potential. Chequers Estate Agents the sole selling agents recommend an internal inspection to appreciate what Upcott Farm has to offer. Upcott Farm is uniquely situated for Barnstaple town centre and being just a 1 mile drive away. Situated in the valley of the River Taw, Barnstaple is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has a variety of great shops, supermarkets, restaurants, schools and pubs. As well as those all important recreation facilities including a leisure centre, cinema, a bustling market and banking facilities. Upcott is easily accessed from the A361 North Devon Link Road which provides convenient access to the M5 Motorway and further Sandy beaches such as Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde are within easy reach.Steps down from the landing that lead to a further bedroom and main family bathroom which the vendor currently used as a guest suite.