9 bed detached house for sale

Broadwoodwidger, Lifton, Devon PL16

A charming former Victorian Primary School built in 1880, has been meticulously converted and offers flexible living with seven bedrooms, dual family occupation, excellent parking, in picturesque location. Boasts two executive-style holiday lets with a projected income of £40,000.
Location

Broadwood House is situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Broadwoodwidger, nestled within the serene landscapes of Devon. This charming property offers a tranquil retreat, surrounded by unspoilt countryside and within easy reach of several key locations.

Exeter Airport: Approximately 40 miles away, providing convenient access to domestic and international flights.

Okehampton Train Station: Just 18 km away, offering regular services to Exeter and beyond.

Launceston Town: Around 15 miles away, a historic market town with a variety of shops, eateries, and amenities.

Bude: Approximately 22 miles away, known for its stunning beaches, coastal walks, and vibrant community.

Broadwood House is ideally situated for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle while still being within easy reach of essential amenities and transport links. The property is surrounded by beautiful walking trails, making it perfect for nature lovers. The nearby towns of Okehampton and Launceston offer a range of shops, schools, and cultural attractions, ensuring that residents have everything they need close to home. Notably, Okehampton also features a Waitrose supermarket, providing a variety of quality groceries and fresh produce.

Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a base to explore the stunning Devon countryside, Broadwood House provides the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience.
Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a base to explore the stunning Devon countryside, Broadwood House provides the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience.
Description

Broadwood House is a charming former Victorian Primary School, originally built in 1880 to serve the village and surrounding area. After over a century of service, it has been meticulously converted to a high standard, now featuring two executive-style semi-detached holiday lets with projected income of £40,000 pa. The schoolhouse itself offers highly flexible living accommodation, boasting seven bedrooms and currently accommodating dual family occupation.
The well-maintained gardens provide excellent parking and turning spaces, along with far-reaching views over the picturesque surrounding landscape. We highly recommend an internal inspection to fully appreciate all that this wonderful home has to offer.
Accommodation

Solid timber front door with inset double glazed leaded window leads into:-
Entrance vestibule

Wood effect vinyl flooring, ceiling light and space for coat and boot storage. Original door leading into the open plan living place, half glazed door into kitchen and door into:-
Cloakroom

UPVC double glazed window to the front. Close coupled W.C., pedestal hand wash basin with tiled splash backing, continuation of wood effect vinyl flooring, central heating radiator and ceiling light.
Kitchen

Dual aspect with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side. Fully bespoke kitchen with solid Oak worktop having inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink with hose mixer tap over, centre island with storage, good range of Shaker style storage units with integrated wine fridge. Space for Range cooker with extractor hood over. Built-in under counter dishwasher, integrated microwave, continuation of wood effect flooring, recessed spotlighting, central heating radiator and open archway through to:-
Open plan living space

Former main classroom which created a grand large reception space with original six leaf bi-folding room divider with glazed top and solid timber lower. The room is separated into three areas with excellent light from the uPVC double glazed windows to the side and rear. Recessed spotlighting throughout, snug seating area with fitted carpet, T.V. And telephone points wall lighting and stairs rising to the first floor. Large dining room space with further centrally heated radiator.

Windows to the rear and the main lounge area with continuation of wood effect vinyl flooring, uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side and space for seating area. A door from the lounge leads to:-
Hallway

Further solid timber door to the front matching the entrance vestibule and fully fitted carpet throughout with recessed spotlighting. Central heating radiator and under stair storage cupboard. Door to:-
Office/double bedroom

UPVC double glazed windows to the front and side towards the second entrance. Fluorescent strip lighting, continuation of wood effect vinyl flooring, central heating radiator and excellent storage space. There is also a further door leading back into the rear hall. Door to:-
Utility

UPVC double glazed windows with obscure glass to the side. Tile effect vinyl flooring throughout, location of electrical consumer units with trip switches and main power supply. Central heating radiator, pedestal hand wash basin, space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Large laundry area and free standing stainless steel double sink. High ceiling with ceiling light and door to:-
Cloakroom

UPVC double glazed window with obscure glass to the rear and uPVC double glazed half glazed door leading to rear courtyard. Mid-level flush W.C., continuation of tile effect vinyl flooring and ceiling light.
Inner hall

Directional spotlighting, central heating radiator, fully carpeted throughout, stairs leading to first floor, door back into the office and further fully glazed door with safety glass to second entrance.
Entrance porch

UPVC double glazed windows to the side and fully glazed uPVC double glazed door to the front. Central heating radiator. Providing a secondary access to the annexe.
Potential annexe
bedroom one

UPVC double glazed windows with tilt and turn to the side. Central heating radiator, wood effect vinyl flooring throughout, further double glazed window into entrance porch, high ceilings and:-
Kitchen area

Matching shaker style wall and base units with roll top worksurface, inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap over, space for fridge, integrated oven with inset hob and extractor fan over. PVC splash backing, two ceiling lights and doors to:-
Inner hall two

UPVC double glazed door with obscure glass to the front. Velux sky light. Electric consumer unit, ceiling light, original slate tiled floor, location of pressurised hot water cylinder and door to:-
Shower room

UPVC double glazed window with obscure glass to the rear. Corner shower with mixer shower over, close coupled W.C. And vanity unit with countertop sink and mixer taps. Central heating towel rail, extractor fan and recessed spotlighting.

Stairs rising from the inner hall lead to:-
First floor landing

Accessed from the inner hall with uPVC double glazed window to the side. Central heating radiator, fitted carpet throughout, chandelier with boarded ceiling and doors to:-

bedroom one “Staff Room”
A dual aspect corner double bedroom with uPVC double glazed tilt and turn windows to the front and side. Central ceiling light, space for bedroom furniture, fully fitted carpet throughout, T.V. And Ethernet connection points.

Bedroom two “Stock Room”
A further dual aspect double bedroom with uPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side. Space for bedroom furniture. Fully carpeted throughout, central heating radiator, ceiling light and T.V. Point.

Bathroom “Head Teacher”
A wonderful family bathroom with uPVC double glazed windows to the side. Freestanding claw feet roll top double ended bath with central fill, shower enclosure with tiled splash backing, close coupled W.C. And vanity unit with counter top sink having integrated mixer tap over. Centralised chandelier ceiling light, extractor fan, loft access hatch and central heating towel rail.

On the other side of the split staircase is access to:-
Hallway

Loft access and built-in storage cupboards with shelving. Fitted carpet, recessed spotlighting and fully glazed door with obscure glass to:-
Dressing room / bedroom five

Laid out as a single bedroom with uPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side with Velux sky lights. Central ceiling light, fitted carpet, central heating radiator, Ethernet connection and T.V. Points.
Master bedroom

UPVC double glazed windows with obscure glass and Velux sky lights to the side. Centralised ceiling light on exposed main trusses. Fully fitted carpet, wall lighting, T.V. Point, centrally heated radiator and doors to:-
Dressing room

Large dressing room with recessed spotlighting, fully fitted shelving and hanging rails, fitted carpet and door to:-
Master en-suite

UPVC double glazed window to the side with obscure glass. “His and Hers” counter top sink with vanity storage unit under, tiled splash backing, close coupled W.C. With integrated storage and shelving over and large walk-in shower cubicle with sliding doors and mosaic tiled splash backing. Wall lighting with recessed spotlighting. Central heated towel rail, wood effect vinyl flooring and exposed roof trusses. Fully glazed door leads to:-
Upstairs study / lounge

Wonderfully light with period features having views through the Velux sky light and uPVC double glazed windows to the side with further uPVC double glazed windows to the rear. Stairs leading down to main reception space. Central ceiling light, central heating radiator and further glazed door leading to:-
Bedroom four

Well sized double bedroom with uPVC double glazed windows to the front with ornate curved arch feature. Fully fitted carpet, central heating radiator and space for bedroom furniture. Exposed roof trusses, loft access, recessed spotlighting and T.V. Point with Ethernet connection.
Outbuilding one

11' 11'' x 9' 9'' (3.64m x 2.97m)
Currently used as a garage. Stone built with power and lighting. Pedestrian door to the side and double opening timber doors to the front.
Outbuilding two

16' 9'' x 9' 9'' (5.1m x 2.97m)
Another fabulous stone outbuilding previously housed the toilet blocks for the school. Window overlooking the rear farmland and currently divided into two cubicles. Slate roof. Excellent storage space.
Outbuilding three

8' 2'' x 7' 0'' (2.5m x 2.14m)
Split into two with two doors to the front and windows to the rear. Stone built.
Outbuilding four

8' 1'' x 7' 3'' (2.47m x 2.22m)
Currently used as a workshop. Pedestrian door to the front and glazed window. Power and lighting. Fantastic dry storage and further double opening doors to the far side for ease of garden storage.
The far side of the property has the converted letting units, Classroom One and Two, these fabulous letting units were recently converted in the last few years to an excellent standard. They benefit from their own garden space to the rear with original stone wall and vehicle gated access to either side and both having their front doors facing the side courtyard where the parking is located.
Classroom one
entrance hall

Vinyl floor, window to the front and door to:-
Plant room

Location of pressurised hot water cylinder. Coat and boot storage. Vinyl flooring and light. Further half glazed solid door into:-
Hallway

Vinyl Flooring throughout, recessed spot lighting and doors to:
Bathroom

Large walk-in shower enclosure with stone effect surround, close coupled WC, vanity unit with counter top sink, roll top freestanding bath, recessed spotlighting, extractor fan and vinyl flooring.
Kitchen

UPVC double glazed large picture window facing the front and side, tile effect vinyl flooring throughout. Fully fitted range of matching wall and base units with roll top worksurface and stone effect splash backing having inset one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap over and inset hob with extractor hood over. Under counter fridge freezer, built-in eyelevel oven. Island with additional storage under, recessed spotlighting and open plan through to:-
Living space

UPVC double glazed patio doors leading to rear sun terrace with polycarbonate sheet covered veranda having composite decking stepping down to large level communal lawn. Fully fitted carpet, air conditioning unit, recessed spotlighting, T.V. Point and electric panel heater.
Large bedroom

Good size double bedroom with uPVC double glazed windows to the rear. Large built-in wardrobes, recessed spotlighting, fitted carpet, loft access and space for bedroom furniture.

Classroom two - uPVC entrance door leading into:-

Entrance hall

Fitted carpet and door to:-
Plant room

Location of pressurised hot water cylinder. Coat and boot storage. Vinyl flooring and light. Further solid half glazed door into:-
Utility space

Matching wall and base units with roll top worksurface and space for washing machine under. Recessed spotlighting and access to:-
Kitchen

UPVC double glazed large picture window facing the rear garden with fantastic rural views beyond. Wood effect vinyl flooring throughout. Fully fitted range of matching wall and base units with roll top worksurface and stone effect splash backing having inset one and a half bowl sink with hose mixer tap over and inset hob with extractor hood over. Space and plumbing for American style fridge freezer, built-in microwave and oven. Breakfast bar, recessed spotlighting and open plan through to:-
Living space

UPVC double glazed patio doors leading to rear sun terrace with polycarbonate sheet covered veranda having composite decking stepping down to large level communal lawn and also the location for the biodigester treatment plant for all properties. Fully fitted carpet, air conditioning unit, recessed spotlighting, T.V. Point and electric panel heater. Door leads to:-
Large bedroom

UPVC double glazed windows to the front. Large built-in sliding wardrobes, recessed spotlighting, vanity area, fitted carpet, wall lights, loft access and space for bedroom furniture. Door to:-
En-suite

A wonderful large en-suite with fully fitted matching bathroom suite comprising counter top sink, centre fill roll top bath, close coupled W.C. And walk-in large shower enclosure with stone effect surround and tray having rainfall shower over with additional shower arm. Recessed spotlighting and extractor fan. Wood effect vinyl flooring.
Outside

The property is approached by the county lane with excellent parking and turning space having in and out gated driveway with tarmacadam surround, feature gravel parking area and flower beds with well-established flower bed borders and separately gated rear courtyard which gives access to the parking area for the letting units (Classroom One and Two).

To the left hand side of the property the extensive tarmac area extends in and around to the rear, the full width of the property with artificial grass immediately abutting the property making a pleasant seating and entertaining area. Location of outside tap and further grass area.

To the right hand side and facing the front of the property is a wonderful lawn and landscaped garden area which is enclosed with original feature wall to one side and a well timber fenced boundary to the other. A row of conifer planting adds privacy to the front entrance with a side pedestrian gate. A concrete path abuts the property and leads to the rear door from the utility. An excellent level lawn which we understand has the location of a former well, wonderful established flower beds surround a feature Goldfish pond with established trees adding privacy and shade. Small Greenhouse and location of oil tank.
Services

Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage via Treatment plant, recently replaced.

EE Rating - D, (F - in holiday lets)

Council tax band - G

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Verified Material Information

Council Tax band: G

Tenure: Freehold

Property type: House

Property construction: Standard undefined construction

Energy Performance rating: D

Electricity supply: Mains electricity

Solar Panels: No

Other electricity sources: No

Water supply: Mains water supply

Sewerage: Sewerage treatment plant

Heating: Oil-powered central heating is installed.

Heating features: None

Broadband: Adsl copper wire

Mobile coverage: O2 - ok, Vodafone - ok, Three - Good, EE - ok

Parking: Driveway

Building safety issues: No

Restrictions - Listed Building: No

Restrictions - Conservation Area: No

Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None

Public right of way: No

Long-term area flood risk: No

Historical flooding: No

Flood defences: No

Coastal erosion risk: No

Planning permission issues: No

Accessibility and adaptations: None

Coal mining area: No

Non-coal mining area: No

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