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OLD PARSONAGE A graceful Grade II Listed property arranged around a courtyard, offering substantial 8 bedroom accommodation with associated reception rooms, a detached 2 bedroom cottage, a magnificent unconverted barn, outbuildings, walled garden, park like grounds and in part currently used as a Bed and Breakfast, all set within an overall plot in excess of 1.8 acres and in parts requiring updating.
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The Old Parsonage A sweeping driveway leads through the grounds studded with azaleas, acers, apple, light woodland and lawns to arrive at the front of this magnificent Cob home that was brought back to life in the 1980’s, having been once the former seat of a local Squire. The house and cottage were extensively renovated and in part carefully remodelled, to provide homely living and that is reputedly to be at least in part from C17. Set adjacent to the splendid Winkleigh Village Church and a short walk to the bustling village centre with its pubs, butchers, local store, vet, doctors surgery, Primary school, garage and village hall and sports fields it feels very much on its own and once again offers scope for updating. Opening the part stained glass oak front door and stepping on to the sate floor one is greeted by a fine reception hall and you then realise this home is really quite special. A delightful double aspect morning room with plank floor is found immediately on the left with its shuttered windows, Minster stone fireplace and views across the front lawns and on the side, towards the barn. The slate floor from the hall extends into the large study off which is a double aspect office with its own door to the grounds at the front and another that opens into a boiler room, housing an oil fired boiler and in turn opens up onto a covered walkway connecting the courtyard and Bed and Breakfast accommodation to the main grounds and driveway. The dining room is an impressive room with an equally impressive raised inglenook fireplace with substantial bressummer and exposed stone walling which houses a large wood burner not currently used. The former owner of The Old Parsonage used this as their sitting room so if more spacious living is required then what the current Vendor uses as the snug heavily beamed double aspect sitting room with its doors to outside, would easily lend itself to be used as a dining room. The kitchen again enjoys slate flooring and has an inset Belfast sink in a pine dresser base complemented with chunky butcher blocks with drawers and storage with space from free standing cooker. A further pine base unit with drawers and basket space under with polished work granite top above is found in the middle of the kitchen whilst at the far end is a Rayburn inset in an impressive fireplace that once upon a time might well have housed a large range. What was more than likely the former servants kitchen and still having the call board, is now a very useful breakfast room/boot room having ample space for a table and chairs being part pine panelled with doors outside, bread oven and large granite trough with two hand pumps (not working) to draw water from the former used well. The narrow end of this room leads to a generous utility room with ample space for multiple appliances and a door leads out into the central cobbled courtyard. Rounding off the accommodation in the main house is a cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin
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The main staircase to the first floor is found off the reception hall which unusually has two granite steps starting it off. Halfway up the stairs is a wonderful leaded light window and at the top where the landing splits in two is found an unusual mullioned window. All the principal bedrooms enjoy views across the gardens to the front taking in the mature acer and rhododendrons. Four of these rooms are double, three of which are of an exceptional size, one benefiting from an en suite, whilst the others have the choice of either a bathroom or shower room. There is a connecting door into a large landing off which are two lovely bedrooms both with ensuites that are currently used as Bed & Breakfast accommodation although easily could be used as part of the main house. Stairs lead down to a recently recarpeted large split level hall off which is found bedroom 8 with ensuite and approached through its own reception room. A door leads from the hall to the courtyard and thus provides a separate access for those staying for Bed and Breakfast.
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Seller Insight It was 23 years ago when I first came across the Old Parsonage. The property details were faxed over to me from the agent and I was excited by what I could see, so I immediately made an appointment to come along for a look first-hand. I will always recall the drive down on a cold, crisp December day with hope in my heart that the property could become a fabulous Bed & Breakfast. We came in through the gates and headed down the drive past the incredibly old trees to be met by the sight of this amazing house and I knew that this was The One. It was old and tired and the thatch needed repairing but when I saw the cottage and the barn, that was it; my mind was made up,” says the owner. “The location is fabulous as everything we need is easily accessible. There are two local pubs and an independent butcher, along with a Post Office and Londis store in the village. There’s something for everyone here with a plethora of clubs to join, as well as two village halls, a local florist, tearoom, and a vet all within the village square. It’s an incredibly friendly place and there is always someone to say hello to.” “The garden is spacious enough to accommodate a marquee on the lawn and lends itself perfectly to small weddings or functions as the church is just behind us. The Barn is crying out for use with its beautiful old timber and it would make a great house or even somewhere for artisans to work from. The grounds have seen many parties over the years and children have enjoyed the freedom to run wild safely. The cottage garden is a real hot spot and it’s private and secluded with a grape vine on the back wall. Shrubs burst into life in spring, whilst the acers, rhododendrons and azaleas are at their best after the primroses, crocus, wild garlic and bluebells go over.” “The Boot Room is one of our favourite rooms as it’s bursting with quirky original features, including two handpumps and a granite trough. The former squire would be found polishing shoes in there but we have enjoyed using it as part of our entertaining space, along with the dining room. Both have seen many gatherings, some formal but many spilling out to the courtyard in the middle of the house with a BBQ going and a bottle or two,” concludes the owner.
* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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Groom Cottage This separate thatched cottage within the grounds, sits adjacent to the church and off to one side of the house and provides ideal ancillary accommodation in the form of a kitchen/breakfast room with range of wall, floor and drawer units with associated work tops and appliances, a high ceilinged sitting room with feature fireplace and a couple of stairs leading to the long inner hall off which is found two double bedrooms and a bathroom.
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Barn This fabulous, thatched roof barn is waiting for conversion (stp) or renovation to create something rather super. Grade II Listed as a Linhay and Stable circa late C18, it features multiple rooms, both on the ground and first floor and still has the former Squires tables with glazed floor and tack room complete with saddle rack and bridle hooks. Running along the rear at lower level are three distinct areas one currently used as a garden store, one as a garage and a huge area with no formal access to it. (Agents note Planning now expired was obtained to convert this into holiday accommodation.)
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Outbuildings Throughout the grounds are several useful timber outhouses/workshops some with power connected. Gardens and Grounds Without doubt a major feature of The Old Parsonage (Parsonage Court) are the grounds which are laid to swathes of lawn studded with mature flora and fauna including rhododendrons, acer, beech, camelia, fine Himalayan rhododendron in front the of the house, rose and wild garlic. In the springtime a carpet of bluebells adorns several areas, some interspersed with gently rising daffodils. Beside Groom’s Cottage and the barn is a walled garden which is a lovely spot to while away the time on the gravel seating area overlooking lawn edged by beds and borders.
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Services Main electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired heating. Council Tax Band D Rateable Value Guest House and self catering holiday unit £5,900 Rates payable £2,944.1 (49.9p in the pound 2020-2021 Torridge District Council). Currently there are no rates being paid due to the Small Business Rates Relief scheme. Directions From Great Torrington leave via A386 turning left onto the A3124 signed Exeter and Winkleigh. Continue for approximately 12 miles to Winkleigh turning right onto Court Walk a hundred yards or so after the Winkleigh Village and 30MPH sign. Turn immediately left into the gated drive access to the property. From the M5 and Exeter take the A30 heading west and take the Whiddon Down exit signposted Moretonhampstead A382 and Torrington/Winkleigh A3124. Follow the A3124 until reaching Winkleigh (you join the A3072 briefly near North Tawton) taking the outer road to the T junction with the B3220. Turn left up the hill passing Mid Devon Motors on the left turning left into Groom Walk, just passed the bus stop on the right. Turn immediately into the gated drive.
Webbers Property Services Ltd trading as Webbers Fine & Country copyright © 2021 Fine & Country Ltd.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 22.06.2021
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