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Guide Price£490,000

Lower Loxhore, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31

Land size
1.34 acres
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Peaceful Countryside Setting
  • Ample Off Road Parking
  • 2 Double Bedrooms
  • 1.34 Acre Plot
  • Perfect Forever Home
  • Open Plan Living
  • Call 24/7 To View

Description

Tucked away on a generous 1.34-acre plot, this enchanting detached barn conversion provides a true sanctuary for those longing for peace, privacy, and a newfound connection to nature.

Approached via a five-bar gate leading to a spacious driveway accommodating multiple vehicles, Waterlake Barn immediately impresses with its effortlessly graceful exterior and timeless architecture. Carefully updated to reflect the needs of contemporary country living, every inch of this home radiates both character and warmth.

Step inside and discover over 1,300 square feet of beautifully appointed interiors arranged over two airy levels. The barn boasts two well-proportioned double bedrooms on the ground floor, perfect for unwinding at the end of a long day or hosting guests. Both bedrooms enjoy slate flooring underfoot and plenty of space for additional freestanding furniture.

At its heart, an expansive open-plan lounge/kitchen diner, inviting natural light in through generous windows, seamlessly melding the lines between countryside outside and cosy sanctuary inside. Quiet evenings by the fireplace, or convivial gatherings with friends and family, both are perfectly at home here.

The kitchen comprises an L-shaped work surface with matching base units integrating a sink with drainer and an electric oven. An access door onto the rear sun deck can also be found from the first floor living area, which once again makes for a wonderful spot for alfresco dining!

A restful bathroom completes the interior accommodation, marrying traditional elegance with every modern convenience.

Step outside and take in your own slice of paradise, where a shimmering stream gently skirts the front border, encouraging both tranquillity and a profusion of local wildlife.

Beyond the gates of Waterlake, the peaceful hamlet of Lower Loxhore awaits, a truly sleepy and quiet locale, yet superbly connected. In just ten minutes drive, find yourself amidst the bustling streets of Barnstaple, offering everything from handy high street, local, and national shops, to inviting cafes, eateries, and vital services.

Combining a cherished semi-rural lifestyle, unique period charm, and access to all the amenities of North Devon, Waterlake Barn presents an unrivalled opportunity. Discover this unique retreat for yourself and experience just how special this home truly is—arrange your viewing today.

* NB: Yurt compost toilet shown in video is not included in the sale.

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Nearest shop - 2.6 miles / Nearest school - 1.7 miles / Parking - Driveway / Tenure - Freehold.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
C
Date Posted
2026-03-12

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,667 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£365,672 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £194,826 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
52 E
62 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 92% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree None NoneVodafone Limited None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Shirwell Community Primary School1.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    25
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Bratton Fleming Community Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    70
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Goodleigh Church of England Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    90
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Orchard Vale Community School3.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    311
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Kentisbury Primary School3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    51
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Pilton Community College4.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,165
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Park Community School4.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,408
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Braunton Academy7.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    828
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy8.1 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,016
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • South Molton Community College10 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    656
    Type
    Foundation school

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar Churchill Close, Barnstaple3.7 miles
Spar Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple3.8 miles
Co-op Barnstaple - St Georges Road, Barnstaple3.9 miles

GP surgery

Queen'S Medical Centre4.3 miles

Pharmacy

Bear Street Pharmacy4.3 miles

Hospital

North Devon District Hospital3.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Barnstaple Rail Station4.8 miles

Nearest bus stop

Loxhore Cross0.7 miles

Typical drive times

Lynton28 min · 12 miles
Barnstaple17 min · 6.2 miles
Ilfracombe30 min · 12 miles
South Molton28 min · 14 miles
Exeter (city)1 hr 17 min · 46 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

High risk (1 in 30)

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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