Bampton, Tiverton

A spacious detached three-bedroom barn conversion with separate two-bedroom annexe set in picturesque grounds of 5.69 acres. Three double bedrooms. En-suite bathrooms throughout the main house. High specification kitchen. Separate self contained office. Detached two-bedroom annexe. Set in a plot of 5.69 acres. Gated private entrance and driveway. A range of useful outbuildings. Council Tax Band G. EPC Band D. Freehold.

SITUATION
Westlake House, located just over a mile west of Bampton and south of Exmoor National Park, offers rural tranquillity in a prime location. The Tiverton Parkway railway station provides two-hour trips to London Paddington, and the M5 Junction 27 is 15 miles away for easy road access. Exeter Airport offers flights, including a direct route to London City Airport. Bampton, has shops and eateries, while Exeter is 25 miles south for more options. Dulverton is a 10-minute drive to Exmoor, and Devon beaches are about 50 minutes away. Excellent state and private schools are within easy reach.

DESCRIPTION
Westlake House is set down a private driveway and is an immaculately presented three-bedroom barn conversion with detached two-bedroom annexe with a spacious plot of 5.69 acres. The primary residence comprises of three double bedrooms, a self contained separate office, modern kitchen, formal dining room, sitting room, garden room and utility. There is a further two-bedroom detached barn conversion currently being used as ancillary accommodation to the main house but providing the facility for holiday letting or longer term letting. This property comprises of two double bedrooms, bathroom and an open plan kitchen/living room. There is garaging and parking for multiple vehicles with a range of useful outbuildings within the grounds.

ACCOMMODATION
This barn conversion offers an exquisite blend of contemporary luxury and classic architectural features. Ornate coving and ceiling roses adorn many of the rooms, adding an elegant touch to the interior. Multiple rooms benefit from a double or triple aspect, bathing the living spaces in natural light and providing picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

The ground floor welcomes you with a spacious entrance hallway, setting the tone for the rest of the accommodation. The sitting room seamlessly connects to the garden room, featuring bifold doors that open onto a delightful patio/entertaining space, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow. A convenient cloakroom is also found on this level.

The newly fitted kitchen/breakfast room is a culinary haven, equipped with a wide array of modern appliances. Adjoining the kitchen is a practical utility room, enhancing the functionality of this space. Adding to the versatility of this property, the ground floor includes a separate, self-contained office space with its own external access.

Moving to the first floor, you will discover three generously proportioned double bedrooms, each boasting its own en-suite bathroom. The highlight is the expansive master bedroom, which has recently been upgraded with a beautifully re-fitted en-suite bathroom, ensuring your comfort and relaxation. The size and location of the en-suites to bedrooms one and two would provide potential for additional bedroom accommodation to be created if required.

WESTLAKE BARN
Westlake Barn has been tastefully converted, boasting oak features and a combination of under-floor and traditional heating for comfort. Inside, an open-plan living area that seamlessly integrates a well-equipped kitchen/dining room into the day-to-day living space. The cottage comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms, a contemporary bathroom, a separate cloakroom and the convenience of private parking.

Westlake Barn offers versatility, serving as an ideal annex to the main house for accommodating extended family or guests. Alternatively, it presents an excellent opportunity to generate additional income through holiday rentals, making it a valuable asset within the Westlake House property.

GARDENS & GROUNDS
The exquisite gardens and grounds of Westlake House offer captivating views of the formal gardens, neighbouring lake and the picturesque countryside surroundings. The rear of the property boasts a spacious, sun-drenched enclosed walled patio with a built-in barbecue, accessible from both the kitchen and sitting room, leading to raised lawns. At the front of the house, you will find an expansive patio ideal for entertaining, alongside level lawns and a deck overlooking the neighbouring lake. The property's borders are graced by a serene stream and a pathway leading through a charming woodland area adorned with mature British trees such as Rowan, Beech, and Oak, eventually leading to a pasture/paddock. Additionally, there's a convenient parking and turning area off the driveway, complete with an open-fronted linhay store and garage.

SERVICES
Electric - Mains connected & PV panels with a feed in tariff. The annexe has a separate electricity supply.
Water - Shared private water via Borehole located on neighbours property. Mains water available.
Drainage - Shared private drainage via recently upgraded treatment plant. .
Main House - Oil fired heating.
Cottage LPG for heating and hot water, and a separate phone line with fibre broadband available.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment only through the agents, Stags, on 01884 235705.

DIRECTIONS
From Tiverton proceed on the A396 towards Bampton, passing through Bolham and Cove. At the roundabout by the Exeter Inn take the first exit and proceed along the A396 for approximately 2 miles. Take the right fork, signposted Minehead/ Dulverton/ Oakfordbridge, and immediately take the right to Bampton on the B3227. After half a mile the driveway will be on your left-hand side.