Lower Shoplands and Barn, Newbuildings, Crediton

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£500,000

4 Bedroom Cottage for sale in Crediton

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  • Grade II Listed Cottage AND New Detached Barn Conversion
  • Quiet mid-devon village with sweeping views of farms and fields
  • Three double bedroom cottage & one bed barn
  • Huge original fireplace and bread oven, exposed timber beams
  • Thatch recently re-ridged
  • Ample off road parking for 6 cars
  • Barn was completed in 2022 with full planning permission
  • Could be sold separately, let, used for family or AirBNB
  • 1 Acre paddock, extensive vegetable garden and orchard plus pretty cottage garden

Lower Shoplands & Little Barn offer a truly unique opportunity to own a Grade II listed semi-detached cottage and a newly converted detached barn with full residential planning permission of its own, nestled in a quiet mid-Devon village with sweeping views of farms and fields.

This exceptional property boasts a 1-acre paddock leading to an extensive vegetable garden and orchard, a charming cottage garden, and versatile living spaces, providing endless possibilities for a variety of lifestyles.

The Grade II listed cottage features three double bedrooms, a large lounge diner, kitchen breakfast room, sun room & bathroom with a separate shower, offering ample space for the whole family. There are character features throughout including a huge original fireplace and bread oven and exposed timber beams. The cottage garden (approximately 20m x 17m) adds to the charm, providing a tranquil oasis to relax in mature gardens of lawns & pretty flower beds and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. There’s also a handy potting shed (3.1m x 3.6m). The thatch has recently been re-ridged.

The newly completed barn conversion presents a one-bedroom dwelling, perfect for guests, extended family, or as a potential income-generating opportunity through long-term rental or as an Airbnb accommodation. The open-plan lounge, dining & kitchen area offers the very best views. Completed in 2022 with full planning permission, the barn offers modern amenities and stylish finishes.

The property provides ample off-road parking, ensuring convenience for residents and guests alike. The option to sell the cottage and barn separately, let them individually, or utilise them for family and Airbnb purposes allows for flexibility to suit your needs.

Lower Shoplands & Little Barn present a rare opportunity to embrace the countryside lifestyle and make this unique property your own.

Please see the floorplan for room sizes.

Current Council Tax: MDDC - D (£2,384.22pa) & A (£1,589.47pa)

Utilities: Mains electric, water, telephone & broadband

Broadband within this postcode: Superfast Enabled

Drainage: Septic tank (shared with neighbour) & private treatment plant for Little Barn (capacity to include Lower Shoplands)

Heating: Digitally controlled electric radiators (installed in 2022) & Woodburning stoves

Listed: Grade II Listed

Tenure: Freehold

Conservation area: No

Buyers’ Compliance Fee Notice - Please note that a compliance check fee of £25 (inc. VAT) per person is payable once your offer is accepted. This non-refundable fee covers essential ID verification and anti-money laundering checks, as required by law.

NEWBUILDINGS is a family-friendly, peaceful hamlet with characteristic thatched cottages and farmhouses in Sandford Parish, encompassed by rolling farmland and gentle sloping valleys. It lies 3 miles north west of the market town of Crediton, 2 miles east of the village of Copplestone and 10 miles north of the regional capital, Exeter. The A377 and Tarka Line that link Exeter and North Devon are within a few minutes' drive. Residents enjoy the plentiful walks across the luscious hills and experience awe-inspiring views, spreading to the horizon; if that isn't enough, the outstanding natural beauty of Dartmoor and Exmoor are a short drive away.  For convenience, there is a local supermarket at Crediton and essentials can be picked up from the Copplestone village shop – a couple of minutes’ drive away.

DIRECTIONS: For Sat-Nav use EX17 4PP – As you enter the lane by the car garage, follow it down & Lower Shoplands is found on the bend, parking is on the left immediately after Little Barn.

What3Words: ///powering.living.cornering (This is the parking area)

Important Information

  • This is a Freehold property.
  • This Council Tax band for this property is: D

Property Ref: a585244e-57cd-43ee-9370-67dbf3968dc4

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