3 bed barn conversion for sale

Hartland, Bideford EX39

Charming Holiday Let Near Hartland & South West Coast Path

Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Hartland, Courtyard Cottage is a charming coastal retreat, perfect for nature lovers, dog walkers, or those seeking a profitable holiday let investment.

Lovingly maintained since its conversion 17 years ago, this delightful holiday-use-only property offers modern comfort while retaining its characterful charm. The bright, open-plan living area features a wood-burning stove, skylights, and access to a private courtyard garden. The well-equipped kitchen includes fitted units, an electric oven, and space for a dishwasher.

There are two well-proportioned bedrooms in the main cottage and a spacious en-suite third bedroom in the attached annex, offering flexibility as a guest suite, studio, or additional living space. The modern bathroom includes a shower over bath, bidet, and space for laundry appliances.

The property boasts central heating, two enclosed courtyards, and allocated parking for two vehicles. With easy access to the South West Coast Path, Courtyard Cottage is an idyllic escape or investment opportunity in stunning North Devon.

Hartland is a picturesque village known as ‘the most welcoming community’ in North Devon. The village offers useful shops, pubs, and churches. Local attractions include the dramatic Hartland Quay with its striking black rocks, the South West Coast Path, Hartland Point, Speke’s Mill Mouth, Hartland Abbey, and a nearby lighthouse.

Hartland is within short driving distance of the Atlantic Highway (A39) that is the main feeder route across the region leading to Wadebridge in Cornwall to the south-west and to the M5 by Tiverton in the east. A bus service provides access to North Devon’s ‘capital’, Barnstaple. Bus users can also reach Westward Ho!, Bideford, Braunton, Appledore, Croyde and Ilfracombe.

Directions
from bideford: Travel in a southerly aspect on the A39. After approximately 10 miles and upon reaching Clovelly Cross, continue straight on and take the next right turning signposted Hartland. After approximately 1 mile, bear slightly right and take the next left turning. Continue for another mile to where the entrance to Exmansworthy Farm will be seen with a name plate at the entrance driveway on your right hand side. Follow the gravel road around and the property will be located at the far end.

From bude: Proceed on the A39 towards Bideford proceeding through Kilkhampton. Continue past all the signs to Morwenstow and proceed for a couple of miles further taking the second turning on your left hand side signposted Hartland and follow the road towards the village. Take the right fork signposted to Hartland Point and Lighthouse. At Brownsham Cross, turn left following the signs for Exmansworthy and Fattacott. Exmansworthy Farm will be seen with a name plate at the entrance driveway on your right hand side. Follow the gravel road around and the property will be located at the far end.

Agents Note

Please note that Exmansworthy Barns have a 52 week holiday occupancy restriction, lending themselves as ideal investment properties, or for those looking for a second home to escape to. They cannot be used as a prime principal residence.

Tenure

Freehold. A service charge of approximately £440.00 per annum is payable to the management company to include private drainage, communal insurance, water usage and grounds maintenance. Water costs are paid per separate meter reading.

Services

Mains electricity, oil fired central heating, mains water supply and shared treatment plant.

Outside

The property benefits from 2 enclosed courtyard gardens. The larger of which sits at the front of the property and spans the whole length of the impressive barn whilst the smaller one sits at the rear of the property enjoying the evening sun and is accessed through the open-plan living room. Both gardens are mainly laid to gravel and patio ensuring the ideal space for a lock-up-and-leave, low-maintenance space.

There is also allocated parking for 2 vehicles situated in the adjoining car park. From the car park, there are miles of walks available (great for dog walkers) including access to the South West Coast Path.