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Modern 17 bed Detached property

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Listed Jul 16, 2025
£1,575,000
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£300,000 Dec 19, 2017

Description

"CHECK OUT OUR AMAZING AERIAL PROPERTY TOUR AND LOCAL AREA GUIDE This allows you to fly around the grounds of the property, walk around each cottage and view the floor plan! Furthermore, you can explore the immediate area, towns and villages. FOLLOW THE LINKS IN THE PHOTO CAROUSEL.

Exceptional Holiday Cottage Complex in North Devon

A rare opportunity to acquire a superb holiday cottage complex set in an idyllic rural location in North Devon. Nestled within 4.5 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and grounds, this property boasts two scenic lakes and offers unparalleled tranquillity with breath taking views over the neighbouring countryside and a picturesque tree lined valley.

Property Features

Main Cottage 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full of rustic character and charm with exquisite features.
Additional Cottages Four 2 bedroom cottages and two 3 bedroom cottages, offering flexible accommodation options.
Potential Uses Perfect as a home with income, full commercial venture, or multi generational living.
Parking & Storage Ample guest parking, secure owner s parking with a double garage, plus a workshop studio garden room.

Grounds & Expansion Potential

Outdoor Activities The River Caen flows through the grounds, complementing the tranquil lakes and providing a stunning natural setting.
Expansion Opportunities Space for camping, glamping, or yurts subject to necessary consents .
Animals & Farming Suitable for small animals such as ponies, chickens, goats, and sheep.
Guest Amenities Children s play area and extensive amenity space for relaxation and recreation.

Modernisation & Sustainability

Fully modernised and tastefully furnished, available for immediate use.
Energy efficient features include recently installed 12kw solar PV panels with battery storage.

Prime Location

Located just a mile from the unspoilt village of West Down, this property offers a balance of privacy and accessibility

West Down Village
o Community run village store
o Highly rated Primary School with an excellent reputation
o Public House serving food
o 14th century St Calixtus Church
o Thriving community spirit
Coastal Proximity
o 4 miles from stunning golden sand beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde, and Saunton
o Access to peaceful coves, dramatic cliffs, scenic walks, and Exmoor National Park
o Saunton features two links golf courses, including a Championship standard course

Nearby Towns & Amenities

Ilfracombe 4 miles away Quaint harbour, sea front, excellent restaurants, theatre, banks, Post Office, and major supermarkets Tesco, Lidl, Co Op . Schools for all ages available.
Braunton 4 miles away Additional schooling options.
Barnstaple 9 miles away
o Regional centre with shopping, leisure amenities, District Hospital, and College.
o Access to the North Devon Link Road leading to the M5 45 minutes to Junction 27 .
o Tiverton Parkway Rail Station provides direct access to London Paddington in just over 2 hours.
o Nearest airports Exeter and Bristol.

An extraordinary lifestyle opportunity awaits ideal for those seeking an escape from urban life or a smart investment in North Devon s breath taking countryside.

ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY

YORKSHIRE COTTAGE This is the cottage the owners have chosen to live in

Ground Floor Conservatory, lounge, dining area and kitchen, cloakroom wc.
Lower Ground Floor Bedroom 1 with en suite shower room.
First Floor 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Private gated driveway with plenty of private parking. Double garage, store shed, workshop studio garden room, large raised deck and further amenity area

BRAEFOOT COTTAGE

Ground Floor Open plan living dining and kitchen area
First Floor 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Patio area in courtyard

SMITHY COTTAGE

Ground Floor Living dining room and kitchen
First Floor 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Patio area in courtyard

ROYD COTTAGE

Ground Floor Living room and kitchen diner
First Floor 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Patio area in courtyard

BLARE COTTAGE

Ground Floor Large open plan Living dining room and kitchen
First Floor 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Patio area in courtyard

DUROR COTTAGE

Ground Floor Living room and kitchen diner
First Floor 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom
Outside Private enclosed patio area

LAKE VIEW COTTAGE

Ground Floor Large open plan living dining room and kitchen, 3 bedrooms 1 en suite and a family bathroom
Outside Large paved sun terrace overlooking the grounds and lakes

Lower Aylescott Cottage is a truly memorable and idyllic home and perfect for a variety of uses. To fully appreciate the quality and splendour of this fabulous, versatile property, please do get in touch with us to book your viewing appointment. Prior to that, please ensure you have visited our stunning interactive aerial property guide which shows the fantastic location, the property s set up and internal walkthrough tours and floor plans of all of the cottages. On top of that, the aerial guide will take you off to some of the wonderful surroundings villages, towns and areas to explore through the outstanding North Devon countryside. DON T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN THIS AMAZING HOME!!
From the M5 motorway at Junction 27 take the A361 North Devon link road towards Barnstaple. At Barnstaple remain on the A361 towards Ilfracombe continuing through Braunton and Knowle. Immediately after the Foxhunters Inn, turn right towards West Down and continue up the lane, passing the primary school on the left. As you enter the village, at the junction turn right keeping the village stores on your right. Continue down this lane towards Aylescott for approximately 1 mile and after a sharp right hand bend the entrance to Lower Aylescott Cottage is on the left hand side. Please park in the guest car park.

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Property Location

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Nearby Schools
West Down School
0.9mi
Marwood School
2.2mi
Caen Community Primary School
3.7mi
The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy
3.7mi
Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School
3.7mi
Nearby Stations
Barnstaple Station
5.7mi
Chapelton Station
10.0mi
Umberleigh Station
12.0mi
Portsmouth Arms Station
15.0mi
Kings Nympton Station
17.3mi
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