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Cargibbitt Farm lies in an idyllic tucked away but not isolated location close to Bodmin Moor. There are outstanding views afforded from all parts of the property with the main house and garden being beautifully sheltered. Originally a barn, the building was converted and extended we understand in the 1970’s with careful attention to detail ensuring that a wealth of character was preserved. Today, the home which is a superb example of a country residence has highly flexible accommodation of at least four bedrooms. One of the main aspects of the property is the detached modern leisure suite that was added some ten years ago and houses a large indoor swimming pool with changing space and showers. Further rooms include a kitchen and bedroom which can accommodate extended family when needed. For equestrian enthusiasts, there is an extensive range of facilities including a small indoor area, comprehensive stable block, feed stores and field shelter. The land comprises of some 22 acres and is divided into four main paddocks which are gently sloping and well fenced. The property is located in a peaceful rural situation but is close to village facilities in Pensilva and Upton Cross and easy access to the rugged terrain of Bodmin Moor. For those requiring access further afield within just 15 minutes is a main line railway station at Liskeard. The main house is split level and comprises of highly flexible accommodation including a modern triple aspect kitchen/dining room which is well fitted and has a range of integrated appliances including a double oven, induction hob, extractor fan, microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher. There are a range of matching cream fronted units, solid oak work surfaces and glass display cabinets. The room has modern recessed downlighting and flagged floor. There is plenty of room for a dining table. An adjacent utility room houses white goods and provides further storage and work surfaces. The main lounge has an impressive granite fireplace with wood burning stove. The adjacent garden room offers escapism and a place to relax and has direct access to the beautiful garden. Completing the reception space is a spacious light and airy drawing room which is dual aspect and has a feature traditional supporting granite pillar and matching granite fireplace with a further wood burning stove and display plinths at either side. Also on the ground floor is a large home office which could be used as a fifth bedroom if so required. The property benefits from fibre broadband direct to the premises. On the first floor are four bedrooms. The dual aspect master bedroom has a fully tiled en-suite shower room/WC with an electric shower. There is also a walk in wardrobe with a safe. The remaining bedrooms share use of the fully tiled bathroom/WC which has a shower over the ‘P’ shaped bath. The views from all sides are breath-taking. The property is warmed by oil fired central heating, is UPVC double glazed and neutrally decorated throughout. In 2008 our clients received planning consent to demolish the pre-existing agricultural buildings in the yard and extend their residential curtilage in the form of a new building to house a large indoor swimming pool with additional facilities. This is a significant benefit of the home and is used on a regular basis. The building has previously functioned to accommodate family as there is a kitchen, living space, showers and WC. The swimming pool is heated with all of the necessary filtration equipment accessible in the plant room. The large patio and seating area stands in a splendid position. The triple garage has double opening doors, power and light and is adjacent to the wood store. The American barn style stable block comprises of four large loose boxes, three of which have “Fieldguard” rubber matting. Two of the boxes have doors on either side. The block has power, water and light connected. The indoor arena could have a variety of uses. It has a sand and chipped rubber surface which is excellent for riding. There is a gated feed store, loose box and double bay tractor store within the large building. The feed store has both double and a jockey door providing easy access. At the side of the building, a level concreted area has been used for a muckheap but could accommodate a horse walker if desired. A large field shelter of 12 x 18 foot (3.66m x 5.49m) has been erected in the closest paddock. The grounds surround the property in the main on the westerly side and the pasture is laid into four main natural enclosures and is fenced into smaller grazing paddocks. There is road access at the top and a 65'7 x 131'3 (20m x 40m) fenced area where there is a great vantage point for the best of the stunning far reaching views. Cargibbitt Farm is accessed from an adopted road down a private drive which leads to the gravelled driveway with ample parking and turning space. The gardens have been professionally landscaped and are terraced, private and well enclosed with again a focus on the outstanding views. There are many lawned areas and natural flower beds, rockeries, feature steps and many specimen trees. Recently our clients have added a pond which attracts much wildlife. The shrubs, bushes and perennials offer a blaze of colour during the growing season. Many outside seating areas are inviting places to sit and enjoy an evening drink or meal when the warmer weather allows. For those green fingered gardeners there is plenty of space for a vegetable garden, a greenhouse is in situ and some apple and cherry trees bear fruit. The nearby village of Pensilva is well served with a range of facilities to include a Primary School, Church, Community Centre with bar, Recreational Park and Doctor’s Surgery. Upton Cross has a Public House, Parish Church, County Primary School and the Sterts Theatre. A first class cross country course is currently available for hire from the next door property. The property is close to Bodmin Moor and Minions in the heart of Twelve Mens Moor close to Caradon Hill. Further comprehensive shopping, commercial and recreational facilities are located in either Launceston (12 miles) or Liskeard which is approximately 5.1 miles and has a mainline railway station with multiple daily services to London (Paddington). There are a range of private schools St. Josephs (Launceston) and Mount Kelly (Tavistock). Excellent transport links can be found in the cathedral city of Exeter by road, rail and air (Exeter International Airport) which is about 53 miles. The A30 dual carriageway can be reached in approximately 20 minutes. The continental ferryport and city of Plymouth is approximately 19.7 miles distant and has regular cross channel services to France and Spain. AGENTS NOTE Some of the external photos were taken before the wildlife pond was added.

Nestled within a serene, elevated setting approximately 4.5 miles from the bustling coastal town of Bude, Barnhurst presents a truly unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional country residence comprising a beautifully appointed four-bedroom barn conversion, a detached contemporary annexe, landscaped gardens, two paddocks, and a double garage — all set within a superb plot of approximately 3 acres. The principal residence has been thoughtfully extended by the current owners to offer a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room. This elegant and sociable space is finished to an exacting standard with a central island, integral appliances including a double electric range cooker and dishwasher, and ample room for a family dining table. Bifold doors frame idyllic views of the formal gardens, offering a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The living room is a generous size and features exposed beams, original floorboards, as well as a feature wood-burning stove. uPVC double-glazed French doors open out to a striking south-facing timber and glass balcony, perfectly placed to capture sweeping views across the rolling countryside — an ideal setting for al fresco entertaining or peaceful morning coffee. The ground floor also benefits from a double bedroom, a modern family shower room, and a useful utility cupboard. Upstairs, the bedrooms enjoy far-reaching rural and coastal views. The 2021 extension has also created a luxurious principal bedroom suite complete with built-in wardrobes, generous eaves storage, and a stylish en-suite bathroom. Bedroom two features extensive fitted storage and a southerly outlook, while the third bedroom opens directly onto a private balcony — a perfect vantage point to enjoy dramatic sunsets year-round. Externally, the property continues to impress with extensive parking via a gravelled driveway, which also serves a timber double garage with electric door, power and lighting. The landscaped gardens are beautifully arranged with a variety of seating areas, including a covered deck with hot tub, thoughtfully planted borders, and a separate orchard/kitchen garden with a greenhouse and a beautiful pond with duckhouse. The land comprises two well-maintained paddocks with stock-proof fencing. The western paddock of approximately 1.1 acres benefits from a hay store/workshop, while the eastern paddock — measuring approximately 1.3 acres — features a field shelter, hardstanding and panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. Discreetly positioned with a high degree of separation, the Annexe is an exceptional, self-contained dwelling constructed with a timber and steel frame, allowing for vaulted ceilings throughout, and clad in low-maintenance cement fibre weatherboarding. Finished to an exacting standard, it comprises a spacious open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, two double bedrooms (one with en-suite), and a luxurious main bathroom. High gloss cabinetry and integrated appliances offer a modern feel, while LPG-fired central heating ensures year-round comfort. French doors open onto a wrap-around sun deck that enjoys a private lawn and designated parking via its own gated entrance — ideal for multi-generational living or overflow accomodation. Barnhurst effortlessly combines period charm, contemporary comfort, and extensive grounds in a peaceful yet accessible location — offering an unrivalled opportunity for those seeking space, versatility and lifestyle excellence in North Cornwall.

Set within approximately 12 acres of beautiful North Devon countryside, Moorhead Country Holidays is an exceptional lifestyle and commercial opportunity, combining a highly established holiday accommodation business with extensive leisure facilities, on-site hospitality, camping provision and exciting scope to further develop wedding and events use. Peacefully positioned at Moorhead Farm, Woolsery, Bideford, EX39 5RG, the site enjoys an enviable rural setting close to the North Devon coast. Moorhead Country Holidays describes itself as being in Woolsery, just 4 miles from the sea at Bucks Mills and the famous fishing village of Clovelly, with Westward Ho! and Bideford approximately 9 miles away. The Business Moorhead Country Holidays is currently operated as a successful self-catering holiday complex, offering a substantial collection of guest accommodation within a well-maintained countryside estate. The site’s existing holiday accommodation comprises 18 self-contained apartments, arranged as a flexible mixture of one, two and three-bedroom units, appealing to couples, families, larger groups and repeat visitors The accommodation is supported by an impressive range of guest amenities, helping create a true holiday destination rather than simply a place to stay. The complex as a peaceful self-catering holiday and function venue with hot tub, swimming pool and countryside views, ideal for family breaks, coastal walks and relaxing stays in North Devon Guest Accommodation The apartment accommodation provides a practical and versatile letting mix. The one-bedroom accommodation is described as ideal for couples, while the two-bedroom properties are arranged with a double bedroom and single/twin accommodation, and the three-bedroom apartments offer a double bedroom together with two twin rooms. This variety enables the business to appeal to a broad market, from romantic breaks and short coastal escapes to extended family holidays, group stays and wedding guest accommodation. A selection of dog-friendly units further enhances the appeal, with the site currently identifying Bluebell, Hawthorn, Willow and Hawfinch as dog-friendly properties. Leisure Facilities A major strength of Moorhead Country Holidays is the quality and breadth of its leisure offering. Guests have access to a superb indoor leisure complex, including an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, gym, games room and snooker room. The swimming pool is stated to be open daily throughout the year and heated to 31 degrees, while the hot tub sits within the pool complex. The games room provides entertainment for all ages, with pool, table tennis, darts, table football and board games, while the gym includes a treadmill, rowing machine, exercise bike and multi-station equipment. There is also a full-size snooker table, creating a wide leisure provision that supports both family and adult guest markets. Grounds, Fishing Lake and Outdoor Recreation The wider grounds are a defining feature of the property. Extending to approximately 12 acres, they offer attractive open spaces, countryside views and a wealth of recreational opportunity. Moorhead promotes its grounds as a place for picnics, football, boules and badminton. The outdoor facilities include a nine-hole pitch and putt golf course, provided as a relaxed “just for fun” family activity, together with a well-stocked fishing lake of over an acre. The fishing lake is described as being stocked with common carp, mirror carp, bream, perch and rudd, and provides a further income and guest-experience feature. Restaurant, Bar and Guest Hospitality - Moorhead Country Holidays also benefits from a commercial kitchen and an on-site restaurant and bar, adding significantly to the business model and guest appeal. The restaurant offers evening meals and takeaway options, while the bar is described as well stocked and open Monday to Saturday evenings, serving drinks in a relaxed setting. . The bar is linked to the games room, creating a sociable space for guests to unwind, and also has a lounge and Wi-Fi area. This hospitality provision gives the site a more complete destination feel and provides additional commercial opportunities. Camping Provision In addition to the holiday apartments, Moorhead offers countryside camping near the coast, with the added benefit of access to on-site facilities and fishing. The current camping operation is described as an adult-only grass pitch site for tents and motorhomes, with changing rooms, shower, toilet, washing-up area, laundry, fridge freezer, drinking water and phone-charging facilities. The camping area is promoted as quiet and relaxing, with 10 spacious pitches measuring approximately 20m x 20m. This represents a useful additional income stream and broadens the customer base, particularly for those seeking a countryside camping experience with the benefit of leisure and hospitality facilities close at hand. Owners’ Accommodation In addition to the trading accommodation, the site includes a substantial four-bedroom farmhouse, currently arranged as two, two-bedroom semi-detached homes for owners’ use. This flexible arrangement is particularly attractive for purchasers seeking on-site living, multi-generational accommodation, staff accommodation, or the potential to reconfigure the property to suit their future requirements, subject to any necessary consents. Wedding and Events Potential Moorhead Holiday Cottages also offers compelling potential as a wedding and events venue. The site is already promoted as a DIY wedding venue near Clovelly, with countryside views, accommodation, camping and a choice of ceremony areas including grounds, lake and woodland backdrops. The wedding information highlights exclusive-use packages, flexible outdoor and indoor options, and accommodation for up to 52 guests plus camping. It also notes the availability of an indoor function room for up to 70 seated guests, staffed bar provision, restaurant support and the flexibility for couples to design their own day. This gives future buyers an excellent platform from which to further develop weddings, celebrations, retreats, corporate events or private functions, subject to business strategy, licensing and any necessary planning consents. Location The location is one of Moorhead’s great strengths. Set in peaceful countryside yet within easy reach of the coast, the property is ideally placed for guests wanting to explore North Devon’s beaches, coastal walks, villages and wider attractions. Its proximity to Clovelly, Bucks Mills, Westward Ho!, Bideford and the wider North Devon coastline gives the business strong tourism appeal.