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Widworthy Barton

Devon

Exceptional Elizabethan Manor House with wonderful views. Listed Grade II*

and extending to 43 acres.

Widworthy Barton, Widworthy, Honiton, Devon, EX14 9JS

Honiton 5 miles, Jurassic Coast 8 miles, Exeter International Airport 18.5 miles, Taunton 21 miles, Exeter 23 miles

HistoryWidworthy Barton has a fascinating history and features in the Domesday Book. The oldest parts of the house date back to the 13th century, and it was completed as it stands today in 1591. The Chichester family, descendants of William de Widworthy (the earliest Lord of the manor recorded), owned the house until the beginning of the 18th century. Evidence of Sir John Chichester, who fought in the Battle of Agincourt, is inscribed in a frieze around a panelled bedroom. In the early 18th century, The Marwood family from Bristol purchased the property, in whose ownership it remained until around 1812. Widworthy Barton is a remarkable Grade II* Listed Elizabethan manor house which is presented to the highest standard.

The propertyThe property has recently been refurbished, striking the perfect balance between retaining the character and historical features with the comforts of modern living. All the services have been modernised with with new electrics and heating. The property is incredibly warm thanks to the installation of a biomass boiler which services the heating and hot water, as well as providing an incentive that covers a percentage of the total utility costs. Widworthy Barton is built of local stone, with Beer stone dressings and detailing, and the quality of the restoration of the exterior stonework and chimney is immediately apparent. The house is set out in the classic Tudor style; the accommodation surrounds a central inner cobbled courtyard.

An entrance porch opens into a reception hall, to the right of which is the Great Hall, the grandest room on the ground floor. This would have been used as a place to host court or formal banquets. and features a beautiful grand Beer stone fireplace and a double height ceiling. There is a minstrels’ gallery above which features some late 16th century ornamental plasterwork in exceptional condition.

The Great Hall is the perfect space for entertaining.

Opposite the Great Hall is a large sitting room, and beyond this is the spacious kitchen which forms the heart of the home; fitted with a range of stylish units, high quality appliances and a central island. There is a home cinema room on the ground floor, in delightful contrast to the 16th century opulence of the Great Hall. A cross passage leads to two ground floor double bedrooms which are serviced by a Jack and Jill bathroom. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a large office, which is situated in the former Tudor kitchen and features the original fireplace and bread oven; plus the utility room, boot room, boiler room and cloakroom.

On the first floor, there are five additional double bedrooms, serviced by three contemporary bathrooms, all with an immaculate finish. The Long Room is a spectacular reception room with a decorative ceiling, an impressive fireplace and a raised gallery. From each room on the first floor, lovely views of the grounds and surrounding landscape can be enjoyed.

OutsideWidworthy Barton is approached via a private gravel drive, providing an arresting first impression. The property is surrounded by wonderful mature grounds, enjoying total privacy and seclusion, with formal walled gardens perfectly complementing the Elizabethan architecture. The gardens are predominantly south facing and excellent views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed from all aspects. There is a well-maintained tennis court as well as a superb newly refurbished 1.25m deep swimming pool which is surrounded by a newly paved terrace and barbeque area, providing the perfect space for relaxation and entertaining. The swimming pool is heated by an air source heat pump and solar panels to a very comfortable 25c-30c.

The land beyond gently slopes upwards to fields and mixed woodland, carpeted in bluebells in the Spring.

Widworthy Barton has the benefit of a courtyard of traditional outbuildings which are situated to the north west of the house, with separate access to the road. There is also a large traditional barn adjacent to the courtyard which could offer the potential for conversion, depending on the purchaser obtaining the relevant planning consents.

In total, the gardens and grounds measure approximately 43 acres.

Orchardleigh CottageOrchardleigh Cottage is a pretty, detached cottage which is situated some distance away from the manor house. The accommodation comprises a newly installed kitchen and bathroom, plus a sitting room, two bedrooms and its own cottage garden. Orchardleigh is available by separate negotiation to the main property and is highlighted in green on the plan.

LocationWidworthy Barton is located within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with excellent walking, riding and cycling direct from the property with miles of unspoilt countryside to explore. The property is 8 miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast which covers 95 miles of beautiful coastline and beaches. The property is 5 miles from Honiton, 21 miles from Taunton, and 23 miles from Exeter.

Honiton offers a good range of local amenities including two primary schools and a secondary school. A more extensive range of facilities are located in Taunton and Exeter. The Cathedral City of Exeter is the most thriving city in the South West, boasting excellent cultural, business and recreational facilities including many restaurants, the Princesshay shopping development, John Lewis, David Lloyd Private Health Club and the prominent Rugby Stadium of the Exeter Chiefs.

There is an excellent range of educational options in the area including Blundell’s near Tiverton, Colyton Grammar School, Exeter School, Exeter College (Ofsted ‘outstanding’) and The Maynard School. King’s Hall Preparatory School, King’s College, Queen’s College and Taunton School are also popular. The university in Exeter is recognised as one of the best universities in the country.

Communication links are excellent. The area is well served with road and rail links providing easy access via the A30, M5 and A303 to the national motorway network and London. There is a regular train service from Taunton to London Paddington with regular journey times under two hours and nearby Honiton also provides a service to London Waterloo. Exeter International Airport is located approximately 18.5 miles away from the property, offering an excellent range of domestic and European flights, including daily flights to London City Airport.

Boiler Room7.02 x 5.2223'0" x 17'2"

Wood Store5.22 x 4.65

17'2" x 15'3"

Workshop10.75 x 5.1635'3" x 16'11"

Store5.18 x 3.93

17'0" x 12'11"

Barn8.21 x 5.38

26'11" x 17'8"

Barn12.74 x 5.44

41'10" x 17'10"

Barn12.36 x 9.2240'7" x 30'3"

Store4.48 x 4.18

14'8" x 13'9"

16.75 x 9.4554'11" x 31'0"(Maximum)

Garage11.53 x 5.6737'10" x 18'7"

Store4.89 x 4.44

16'1" x 14'7"

Ground Floor

Second Floor

Outbuilding

Outbuilding

F/P

Larder

Utility Room3.59 x 2.69

11'9" x 8'10"(Maximum)

Boot Room2.88 x 1.849'5" x 6'0"

Store13.90 x 3.4145'7" x 11'2"(Maximum)

Boiler Room4.12 x 1.6813'6" x 5'6"

F/P

Office6.37 x 5.16

20'11" x 16'11"(Maximum)

Bedroom 74.76 x 3.48

15'7" x 11'5"Bedroom 65.47 x 4.80

17'11" x 15'9"

Cinema Room4.82 x 4.79

15'10" x 15'9"(Maximum)

Drawing Room7.87 x 5.19

25'10" x 17'0"(Maximum)

Great Hall9.08 x 6.32

29'9" x 20'9"

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

5.69 x 4.4018'8" x 14'5"

Attic Space9.47 x 5.81

31'1" x 19'1"

Courtyard

First Floor

Lower Level

F/P

Principal Bedroom4.68 x 4.62

15'4" x 15'2"


12'4" x 12'2"


13'7" x 11'9"(Maximum)

Long Room12.36 x 5.0440'7" x 16'6"


13'2" x 10'1"


17'7" x 16'1"

Linen Store

2.60 x 2.518'6" x 8'3"

(Maximum)

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Widworthy Barton, WidworthyMain House internal area 7,239 sq ft (673 sq m)

Garage internal area 704 sq ft (65 sq m)

Outbuilding internal area 6,018 sq ft (559 sq m)

Total internal area 13,961 sq ft (1,297 sq m)

FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE

The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only.

© ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8453845/OHL

Minstrels Gallery

Directions From the A30, take the exit signed Honiton A35. Turn right towards the town centre and continue to the end of the road. Turn left at the sign for Dorchester A35/Town Centre/Axminster. At the next roundabout, take the first exit onto the A35. After about 3 miles, the A35 enters the village of Wilmington. Continue for about a third of a mile, then turn right onto New Road, just after the Home Farm Hotel Restaurant. Continue on New Road for approximately half a mile and then turn left into a no through road. The entrance to Widworthy Barton is straight ahead.

GeneralServices; Biomass boiler for heating and hot water. Air source heat pump and solar panels for swimming pool heating. Mains electricity. Private drainage and water.Local Authority; East Devon District Council.Council Tax; Widworthy Barton- H. Orchardleigh- D.Please Note; The property is located in a Conservation Area.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Strutt & Parker gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. We are able to refer you to SPF Private Clients Limited (“SPF”) for mortgage broking services, and to Alexander James Interiors (“AJI”), an interior design service. Should you decide to use the services of SPF, we will receive a referral fee from them of 25% of the aggregate of the fee paid to them by you for the arrangement of a mortgage and any fee received by them from the product provider. Should you decide to use the services of AJI, we will receive a referral fee of 10% of the net income received by AJI for the services they provide to you. 6. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken March 2021. Particulars prepared March 2021. Strutt & Parker is a trading style of BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited.

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