Property description
A beautifully restored 3-bed detached former schoolhouse in the peaceful village of Alverdiscott,. Charming period features, modern comforts, and excellent access to town and coast. EPC Rating E.
Description - The Old School House is a beautifully restored three-bedroom detached character residence, originally constructed in 1876 as the village schoolhouse and headmaster’s home. Nestled in the idyllic village of Alverdiscott, this unlisted property enjoys charming views of the neighbouring church and rolling countryside. Offering a rare blend of heritage, tranquillity, and modern convenience, it is ideally located within easy reach of Torrington, Barnstaple, and Bideford.
Accommodation - Entry is via a practical porch with space for coats and footwear, leading into a stunning kitchen/dining room with vaulted ceilings and triple-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. The recently refurbished kitchen features a bespoke range of cream units, granite work surfaces, a central island with breakfast seating, and original wood flooring that preserves the home’s period charm.
A spiral staircase leads to a mezzanine level, currently used as a home office, offering far-reaching countryside views. The open-plan dining area includes a newly installed wood-burning stove, double-aspect windows, and a bespoke wooden bookcase. Integrated appliances include a fridge, freezer, dishwasher, oven, grill, warming drawer, and microwave space. A rear door leads to a potential walk-in larder.
The sitting room is divided by a central staircase, with a flexible snug area on one side-suitable for a breakfast room, study, or playroom. This space features exposed stonework and a second wood-burning stove, creating a cosy atmosphere. To the rear, a utility room offers scope for conversion to a wet room and is already fitted with base and wall units, sink, power and lighting.
Upstairs, there are three bedrooms-two spacious doubles and one smaller double. The family bathroom has been recently upgraded and includes a full-size bath, wash basin and WC.
Outside - Approached via a quiet private lane, the property enjoys a peaceful setting. The front garden is accessed through a five-bar gate and offers ample off-road parking, as well as a large detached garage, ideal for use as a workshop or for additional storage. The grounds are well maintained and enjoy views across open countryside. Further benefits include solar panels, an air source heat pump and private drainage, providing sustainable and energy-efficient living in a charming rural location.
Services - Electric - Mains connected. Solar panels with battery pack fitted.
Water - Mains connected
Drainage - Private drainage via septic tank. The tenant will be responsible for the cost of emptying during the tenancy and at the end of the tenancy.
Heating - Air source heat pump system.
Ofcom predicted broadband services - Standard: Download 11 Mbps, Upload 1 Mbps. Ultrafast: Download 1800 Mbps, Upload 220 Mbps
Ofcom predicted mobile coverage for voice and data: External - EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone.
Local Authority: Council tax band E
Situation - Alverdiscott is conveniently situated within easy reach of Great Torrington town, the port and market town of Bideford and Barnstaple, the regional centre for commercial venues and transport links. The towns of Bideford and Great Torrington offer an extensive range of amenities including banks, butchers, bakeries, pubs and restaurants, various shopping facilities, post offices, pubs, primary school and secondary schools and supermarkets. The coastline at Westward Ho! benefits from a safe and sandy beach, which adjoins the Northam Burrows Country Park and the Royal North Devon Golf Club, reputed to be the oldest links course in England. There is also access to the South West coastal footpath, which affords excellent walks with stunning vistas of the rugged North Devon coastline. Barnstaple is approximately 7 miles away and offers all the area's main business, shopping and commercial venues. There are good transport opportunities via the A361, which connects to the motorway network via junction 27 of the M5 or via rail and the Tarka Line. There is also a regular bus service from Alverdiscott to Barnstaple for those commuting to work or just heading into town for a few hours.
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Lettings - The property is available to let, unfurnished, long term on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for 6 months plus and is available IMMEDIATELY. RENT: £1,600.00 PCM exclusive of all other charges. One pet considered by negotiation. Where the agreed let permits pets the RENT will be £1,625. DEPOSIT: £1,846 returnable at end of tenancy subject to any deductions (all deposits for a property let through Stags are held on their Client Account and administered in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme and Dispute Service). No sharers or smokers. A minimum annual gross household income of £48,000.00 is required to be considered. References required, viewings strictly through the agents.
Tenant Fees & Holding Deposit - This is to reserve a property. The Holding Deposit (equivalent of one weeks rent - in this case £369.00) will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to Rent check, provide materially significant false information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). For full details of all permitted Tenant Fees payable when renting a property through Stags please refer to the Scale of Tenant Fees available on Stags website, office or on request. For further clarification before arranging a viewing please contact the lettings office dealing with the property.
Tenant Protection - Stags is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme and also a member of The Property Redress Scheme. In addition, Stags is a member of ARLA Propertymark, RICS and Tenancy Deposit Scheme.
Key features
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Houses - Detached
Unfurnished
More features
Idyllic village location with countryside views,Solar panels and air source heat pump,Private lane setting with parking and garage,Original wood flooring and character features throughout,Available IMMEDIATELY,6/12+ months,One pet considered by negotiation,Deposit £1846,Council Tax band E,Tenant Fees Apply
More details
- Property type
- Houses - Detached
- Size
- Not specified
- Monthly price
- £1600
- Weekly price
- £369
- Available from
- Now
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Map
This listing is located at Alverdiscott, Barnstaple, Barnstaple.