Yarnscombe, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31

This substantial detached five-bedroom period farmhouse offers a unique opportunity for renovation and investment. South Down Farmhouse, dating back to the 1750s, features spacious and versatile accommodation, making it ideal for those looking to create a family home tailored to their specifications. The property requires a comprehensive updating and modernisation programme throughout, providing a blank canvas for buyers to enhance its character and charm. The generous living spaces include two separate reception rooms with exposed beams, a utility room, and a shower room, all of which present opportunities for redesign and refurbishment. The first floor comprises five well-proportioned bedrooms, some retaining original features such as wooden floorboards, with several benefiting from fitted storage. The principal bedroom includes an en suite shower room, while additional bathrooms also require modernisation. Outside, the property boasts ample off-road parking for four to five vehicles and extensive gardens that are currently overgrown but offer significant potential for landscaping and outdoor living. Additionally, the property includes two separate holiday cottages, Primrose Cottage and Honeysuckle Cottage, which also require updating but could provide supplementary income as holiday lets. Situated in a semi-rural location between Barnstaple and Great Torrington, South Down Farmhouse is available with no onward chain, making it an exciting project for prospective purchasers seeking a character property with considerable potential.