5 bed detached house for sale

Cross Park, Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe EX34

Set in a sunny, elevated position above the award-winning village of Berrynarbor, Maygrove is a substantial and versatile family home with far-reaching countryside views and the coast just over a mile away. Offering generous living space, five bedrooms, flexible accommodation and gardens designed for outdoor living, the property also benefits from a paddock of just under an acre. A rare combination of village convenience, privacy and space, well suited to family life at every stage.

Set in a sunny, elevated position above the village, this property is a substantial and well-balanced family home with wide views across the surrounding countryside and towards the Sterridge Valley.

The setting will appeal to families who want space for everyday life — room for children to grow, to work from home when needed, and to host friends and family — while still being close enough to village life to stay connected. From here, it’s easy to pop down for a pint of milk, a newspaper, the school run or an evening at the pub, without feeling overlooked or hemmed in.

Inside, the house is arranged around two main living spaces that comfortably handle busy family routines. The sitting room is spacious and welcoming, a cosy family space centred around a wood burner and a lighter space to the front positioned to make the most of the outlook across the valley — a room that works just as well for quiet evenings as it does for gatherings. On the other side of the hall, the kitchen and family/dining room forms the heart of the home. Its scale allows for cooking, eating, working and relaxing all in one space, with large windows drawing in light and a place to soak up the views throughout the day.

Beyond the main living areas, the layout remains flexible. A separate ground-floor room off the family/dining room works equally well as a study, playroom or hobby space, while a utility room and ground-floor shower room support practical family living. The accommodation is particularly well suited to larger families or those needing options for guests or dependent relatives, without compromising day-to-day life.

Upstairs, five bedrooms are arranged around a generous landing. Two benefit from en suite facilities, with a principle bedroom suite including dressing room and en suite. The remaining rooms are well sized and adaptable as children’s bedrooms, guest rooms or additional workspace. A modern family bathroom with bath and walk in shower completes the first floor, serving the household with ease.

To the rear of the house, a large conservatory-style room adds another layer of usable space. With double doors opening directly onto the decked terrace, it works naturally as a games room, second sitting room or informal family space — somewhere teenagers can spread out, children can play, or friends can gather without taking over the main living areas. In warmer months, the doors are easily left open, allowing the room to flow straight out onto the deck and garden, making it a superb space for entertaining and summer evenings.

Outside, the gardens as they are, are designed to be enjoyed rather than laboured over. There are private seating areas at both the front and rear of the house, positioned to catch the sun and make the most of the views. To the rear, a large decked terrace connects naturally to the house and is well suited to outdoor dining, barbecues and relaxed evenings with friends.

Beyond the garden lies a paddock of just under an acre, giving the property an added layer of flexibility. It offers practical options — keeping a pony, a few animals, space for growing produce — or simply the pleasure of open land that belongs to you.

Parking and storage are well catered for, with a private driveway, an integral garage with electric doors connects seamlessly allowing you to drive and exit straight into the house in all weathers. There is also an additional detached garage providing more space for vehicles, bikes, surfboards or workshop use.

Berrynarbor itself is widely admired for its appearance, but it is the way the village functions day to day that makes it such a strong place to live. There is a well-regarded primary school, two welcoming pubs, one in the village and one just outside, a village shop and post office, and an active community calendar that encourages people to get involved.

The coast lies around a mile and a half away, close enough for regular walks, impromptu days at the beach and time outdoors, without the exposure and seasonal pressures that come with living directly on the shoreline. Footpaths link into the surrounding countryside, while Exmoor National Park is easily reached for longer walks and weekends out. Barnstaple, the area’s main centre, is approximately eleven miles away, offering a full range of shops, schools and transport links, including rail connections to Exeter and onward travel to London.

Finer Details

- 5 bedrooms, 2 ensuite with 4 bath/shower rooms

- Flexible family living spaces

- Modern fitted Kitchen & Utility

- Ground floor shower room, study/bedroom

- Double garage with electric door + single garage

- Low maintenance gardens with patios

- Air source heating & solar panels with battery (fitted after current EPC report)

- 1 acre paddock, vehicle access & tractor shed

- Mains water, electricity and private drainage

- Standard broadband service (Ofcom)

- Mobile signal ‘Good’ with most providers (Ofcom)

- Council tax band F

Viewings strictly by appointment with Nic Chbat of Match Property Estate agents - part of the Match Property Group.

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