This superb barn conversion would perfectly suit a professional couple, seeking peace and quiet and easy commuting, or those looking for a rural bolt hole, close to a full range of local amenities and with a few neighbours closeby. The original planning was for conversion of the barn and one end of the adjoining shippen (a shed for livestock) into a live/work unit and this work was sympathetically completed by our clients for their own occupation, in line with the Grade II listing of the whole farmyard, about 12 years ago.
On entering Pound House, the open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room is a magnificent room with a high, vaulted ceiling with exposed roof timbers, tiled flooring and a central wood burner providing a lovely warmth and an attractive focal point. The kitchen is fitted in a sharp, yet classic, style with ample storage; polished slate work surfaces, including the large island unit, with dining bar; and integral appliances, including a microwave, oven, induction hob, elaborate extraction unit and a large fridge. This gives way to the dining area and living room, with bifold doors opening to the paved courtyard garden, perfect for an evening gin and tonic.
A large sliding door leads to the inner hallway and oak stairs to the first floor, as well as the two downstairs bedrooms, shower room and utility room, perfect for those looking primarily for ground floor accommodation. On the first floor, there is a generous double bedroom with some original, exposed roof timbers which are attractive, but will restrict the appeal for anyone over 5'9'' (1.75m) tall! On the other side of the landing, there is a bathroom fitted with a white suite with a shower over the bath.
Outside, Pound House is approached via access over a concrete drive and yard (not owned but with legal access) leading to its designated parking area, to the left of the front, courtyard garden, which is defined and enclosed by a dwarf wall and railings and is paved for ease of maintenance. This is a blank canvas but within, maybe some freestanding planters with climbing plants, could make the forecourt more private from the view of the neighbouring barn conversion, opposite. The barn is attached behind to another, so has no rear garden.
To the side of Pound House, there is a purpose built work unit, ideal for use as an office, studio, gym or occasional, overflow bedroom accommodation as it has an en suite shower room fitted in the corner. There may also be an opportunity to use this as an Airbnb or letting unit, subject to any relevant consents.
Services: mains water and electricity.
The septic tank drainage is a system shared with the four neighbours. The underfloor heating is provided by an air source heat pump.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band C
Local Authority: Mid Devon District Council
Colebrooke Court lies approximately 1.4 miles from the centre of Cullompton, with regular bus services to Exeter even closer, in Swallow Way. Cullompton has a range of shops including 'Veyseys', an award-winning butcher's, The Culm Florist, Tesco, Aldi and Home Bargains supermarkets, take-aways and popular cafes including, 'The Bakehouse', 'The Lime Tree' and 'Nosh'. Other amenities include two primary schools, Cullompton Community College for secondary education, a contemporary health centre, a library and community centre, a doctor's surgery, a veterinary practice, churches, sports clubs, pubs, and recreation facilities.
From the property, there are popular walks through the surrounding country lanes.
Cullompton is ideally placed for commuting, with quick access to Exeter via J28 of the M5 or the B3181 main road through Broadclyst and Pinhoe. There are regular bus services through the town and rail links at Tiverton Parkway and Honiton stations, to London Paddington (in 2 hours) and London Waterloo, respectively. The 'Falcon' coach service also stops in the town, providing economic travel between Plymouth and Bristol, with stops in between, including Bristol Airport.
Exeter c.15 miles
Taunton c. 24 miles
Tiverton c. 7 miles
Tiverton Parkway Station c. 7 miles
Honiton c. 12 miles
Please see the floor plan for the dimensions. The internal photos have been taken with a wide-angle lens to show more of the rooms.