Lewdown, Devon

5 Bedroom Equestrian for sale in Okehampton

Seller Testimonial - "D. R. Kivell Country Property are specialists in this market and this area and they were superb. From the first meeting through the turbulence of the financial markets their knowledge and support was exceptional. Peter and Geoff kept us fully informed and kept the process moving smoothly over many a bump. It was a difficult process made bearable by the professionalism of this team. We highly recommend them."

Substantial 5 bedroom country house with annexe potential. and good Equestrian facilities. 11 acres of paddocks, sand school, secluded gardens, pond, stables, workshops and general purpose buildings

Higher Mills is in an accessible valley setting 1 mile north of Lewdown village and approximately 4 miles to the southeast of the A30 at Broadwoodwidger which leads onto the M5 at Exeter. Lifton is 4.5 miles to the west which offers two public houses, a village shop with a post office, a primary school and Strawberry Fields farm shop. 9.5 miles to the west is Launceston which offers a variety of individual shops, supermarkets, hospital, medical centre, and a range of recreational and educational facilities. The cities of Exeter 35.5 miles and Plymouth 26 miles both offer a more comprehensive range of educational, cultural, recreational, and shopping facilities.

Higher Mills is a well located equestrian property in an appealing valley setting and includes a welcoming 5 bedroom character country residence providing potential to create separate annexes. Indoor heated swimming pool and sauna. Lawned terraced gardens, timber sun decking and a separate lawned wildlife area and pond. Stable yard with loose boxes for 6 horses and feed stores, workshops, garages, 11 acres of paddocks, sand school and outriding on the adjacent network of quiet country lanes.

House - This versatile and characterful house provides flexible and comfortable family living, with the potential to easily accommodate multiple generations or provide an income. The accommodation benefits from gas central heating, wood burning stoves and some double glazed window and briefly comprises; Entrance hall, boot room and seating area, kitchen / dining room with electric range cooker and Rayburn. Dining room, a dual aspect room with views over the land and surrounding countryside. Sitting room with inglenook fireplaces to either end with woodburning stoves and character beam ceilings. Study, sitting room / annexe bedroom, en suite shower room and built in wardrobes. Indoor heated swimming pool, gym area, sauna, changing room with W/C and wash hand basin. From the swimming pool double bi-fold doors open onto a patio and lawned terrace. Utility / pool pump room. On the first floor: a spacious landing providing a large seating area, master bedroom with door leading to the sun deck, en suite with sunken bath, shower cubicle, wash handbasin, toilet and bidet. Bedroom 2, a dual aspect room with views over the land and surrounding countryside beyond. Family bathroom, double ended bath, shower cubicle, wash handbasin, W/C and bidet. Bedroom 3 suite comprising: dressing room, sitting / laundry room, double bedroom, dressing room / study and en suite shower room with wash hand basin and W/C. Bedroom 4 with window overlooking the garden.

Gardens - The private and secluded gardens are at the rear of the house and provide a lawned terrace, flower bed and shrub borders, patio and large timber decked terrace ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. Leading off the master bedroom is a secluded terrace ideal for enjoying a morning coffee and relaxing. To the front of the house and beyond the yard and adjacent to the land and steam is a lawned wildlife area and feature pond to relax and take in the surrounding countryside.

Buildings - Garage: 5.92m x 3.95m (19'5 x 12'11)
Electric roller door to the front
Field Shelter:7.65m x 4.12m (25'1 x 13'6)
Adjoining Store: 3.90m x 3.95m (12'9 x 12'11)
Stables
Covered Feed and Tack Area: 6.16m x 7.65m (20'2 x 25'1)
W/C: 1.40m x 1.06m (4'7 x 3'5)
Washdown Area: 7.45m Max x 4.42m Max (24'5 Max x 14'6 Max)
Stable loose boxes arranged either side of a central passage: 15.5m x 2.45m (50'10 x 8'0)
Box1: 4.06m x 3.90m (13'3 x 12'9)
Tack Room: 8.95m x 3.69m (29'4 x 12'1)
Store Room: 3.75m x 1.97m (12'3 x 6'5)
Box 2: 3.43m x 3.02m (11'3 x 9'10)
Box 3: 3.29m x 3.60m (10'9 x 11'9)
Box 4: 3.60m x 3.57m (11'9 x 11'8)
Box 5: 3.55m x 3.53m (11'7 x 11'6)
Box 6: 4.28m x 3.56m (14'0 x 11'8)
Machinery Store / Double Car Port: 8.05m x 5.16m (26'4 x 16'11)
Workshop: 8.85m x 5.31m (29'0 x 17'5)
Adjoining General Purpose / Woodstore: 2.62m x 2.58m (8'7 x 8'5)

Sand School - All weather sand surface

Land - The land extends to approximately 11 acres, divided into 5 conveniently sized level or gently sloping paddocks which wrap them around 3 sides of the house and yard, which are ideal for livestock and equestrian use.

Services - Water - Private
Drainage - Private
Electricity - Mains
Heating - LPG central heating and woodburning stoves
Telephone and Broadband --BT Connection
Council Tax Band - G
Sale Completed - 21st April 2023

Tenure - The property is offered for sale freehold.

Local Authority - West Devon Borough Council, Kilworthy Park, Tavistock, Devon PL19 0BZ. 01822 813600

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by appointment with D. R. Kivell Country Property 01822 810810

Agents Notes - None of the services or appliances, plumbing, heating or electrical installations have been tested by the selling agent. Any maps used on the details are to assist identification of the property only and are not an indication of the actual surroundings, which may have changed since the map was printed. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to this property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. There are numerous power points throughout the property although not individually listed. All figures, measurements, floor plans and maps are for guidance purposes only. They are prepared and issued in good faith and are intended to give a fair description of the property but do not constitute any part of any offer or contract. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all outgoings, rights of way, easements and wayleaves there may be, whether mentioned in these general remarks and stipulations or particulars of sale or not.

Important information

This is a Freehold property.

Property Ref: 9200_31351334

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