This exceptional property is a detached period farmhouse and attached cottage situated in a quiet countryside location, just a mile south of Barnstaple, the administrative centre for North Devon. The property has been extensively remodelled and extended over the centuries and features a large tarmac courtyard with 4 car garaging and a workshop/barn. The mature garden to the south side is a haven, with a variety of trees, shrubs, and flower beds. The property has previously been used as a guest house and for B&B, and offers a wealth of original features, including exposed beams, fireplaces, and stone walls. The interior is spacious, with a total floor area of approximately 360 sqm, and includes five bedrooms, three reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room, and several bathrooms. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, private drainage, and mains water and electricity. With its convenient location, just a short walk from the town centre, the property offers easy access to the nearby sandy surfing beaches, Exmoor National Park, and the Tarka Trail.