Rectory Road, Combe Martin, Devon

7 Bedroom Detached House for sale in Devon

5 7 2

Extremely handsome Grade II listed house of Jacobethan style
Vast grounds just under 14 acres
Ample parking
7 Double bedrooms
Flexible living accommodation
5 Reception rooms
2 Bathrooms
Stables with planning permission
Jacobethan style
Situated on the edge of Exmoor
Superb views across Combe Martin

Jevington Hall is an extremely handsome Grade II listed house of Jacobethan style, standing in just under 14 acres of well-established gardens and grounds, nestled within the captivating landscapes of North Devon on the periphery of the popular coastal village of Combe Martin. It is a particularly appealing country house, grand and gracious with strikingly elegant architecture. The property features Grade II listed stables (with planning) and a further Grade II listed stone tithe barn. Unlike many of its counterparts, this spacious and flexible home successfully manages to blend contemporary touches alongside character and practicality. Overall, the property has over 7,500sq ft of well-balanced accommodation.

As soon as you step inside, through the front door, the grandeur and attention to detail is immediately apparent. You are welcomed by a large and impressive entrance hallway, which provides access to the ground floor principle rooms and has a stairway to the first floor. The ground floor features a formal dining room which enjoys views over the lower lawns. The drawing room features a large bay window, marble fire centrepiece and original shutters. This is a wonderful entertaining room. The library is an excellent size and features a gorgeous marble chimneypiece, and provides ample space for a home work station or further reception room. The kitchen, snug and utility room are located at the rear of the property. The kitchen is fully equipped with a comprehensive range of units, Belfast sink and integrated appliances. The conservatory is a light and airy room with superb views and level access out to the garden.

Moving up through the property on to the first floor, there is a large landing with ample storage. The 7 bedrooms are all great double rooms with the master bedroom featuring a four piece suite en-suite and delightful views over the garden. Bedrooms 6 and 7 also enjoy views over the garden, whilst bedroom 2 and 3 have countryside views to the front elevation. The accommodation on this floor is completed with a large family bathroom and dressing room.

We understand that the cellar was formerly used to store wine, beer and cider and was part of the working quarters of the house. It would make for excellent storage, further living accommodation or even home office space. This is highly useful area of the property and offers more than meets the eye.

The garden and grounds of this vast estate are nothing short of stunning. There are fields and woodlands that surround the property which include 5 ponds and variety of trees, flowers and plants. The lower lawn park style garden that leads out from the conservatory is a real delight, with an attractive water feature and ample space for aesthetic and recreational use. There is also a listed walled garden with various fruit trees and a further kitchen garden which comprises of a greenhouse. The grounds are a haven for wildlife and birds of all description.

Outbuildings
The stables are set over two floors and currently hold full planning permission to convert to ancillary accommodation to the main house. This is a great opportunity for a potential buyer looking for a second income or living space for a dependant relative. The tithe barn is a further barn with a huge amount of potential and subject to planning permission, could also be another dwelling for living accommodation.

Services - Mains gas, mains electric, infrared private water systems and private drainage.

Exmoor is renowned for its fabulous scenery and undulating moorland providing miles and miles of walking and excellent riding alongside its streams and rivers, valleys and clifftops. For those that enjoy outdoor life there are endless things to do and see. The Combe Martin High Street and its amenities on offer are within walking distance. The village has a rocky cove bay with 2 beaches, a variety of small independent shops for everyday essentials, a primary school, health centre, post office and a variety of public houses/restaurants. There are also many nearby safe and sandy beaches including the Blue Flag golden sands at Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton. For keen golfers, Saunton also offers 2 challenging links courses at championship standard. Barnstaple, North Devon's main trading centre, is approximately 11 miles away (half an hour by car) and has many of the big name shops, a rail link to Exeter which connects to main line service to London and direct access onto the A361 North Devon Link Road which joins the M5 at junction 27. The cathedral city of Exeter is approximately one and a half hours drive by car. As well as the primary school in Combe Martin, there are further schools in nearby Ilfracombe as well as various private schools within the area with the best known being the internationally renowned West Buckland School.

Applicants are advised to proceed from our offices in an easterly direction along the High Street taking the A399 towards Combe Martin. Continue along this road, into the village passing the seafront. Continue along the High Street passing the Pack of Cards Public House. Turn right into Church Street just after the public car park and follow this road up and past the Church. Continue up the road going past the turning for Knowle Gardens and proceed up the hill. Continue round the left hand bend and the entrance for Jevington Hall will be situated on your right hand side.

Important information

This is not a Shared Ownership Property

This is a Freehold property.

Property Ref: 55837_ITD200818

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