Summary - THE FIRS WESTERN GARDENS COMBE MARTIN ILFRACOMBE EX34 0EY
4 bed 3 bath Detached
Large character home with annexe, studio and private woodland near the beach.
1. Approximately 1.15-acre plot with private woodland and paddock
2. Sweeping resin driveway providing ample off-street parking
3. Detached 4-bed house, circa 3,005 sqft, many character features
4. Separate 1-bed annexe and double garage with studio above
5. Captivating views towards Exmoor; ~14-minute walk to the beach
6. High flood risk — affects insurance and mitigation requirements
7. Likely uninsulated granite walls; EPC TBC and potential energy works
8. Council Tax Band E (above-average running costs)
Set in a quiet elevated spot in Combe Martin, The Firs is a spacious four-bedroom country home on about 1.15 acres. The house combines traditional character—original features, wisteria-wrapped frontage and a wood-burning stove—with bespoke fittings in a large, sociable kitchen. Light-filled reception rooms, a principal suite and two further bathrooms give comfortable family accommodation across generous floorspace.
Outside is a principal selling point: sweeping resin driveway and abundant parking lead to formal gardens, productive vegetable beds, five heritage apple trees, paddock and private woodland. A separate one-bedroom annexe (“The Stables”) and a double garage with a studio above add flexibility for guests, home working or income from holiday letting. Many windows frame views over paddocks and towards Exmoor.
Practical points to note: the house dates from c.1900–1929 with granite/whinstone walls that are likely uninsulated, EPC is TBC and the property sits in a high flood-risk area. These factors will influence insurance, running costs and any planned modernisation. The property offers strong potential for those willing to invest in energy improvements and flood mitigation.
This home will suit buyers seeking rural space and versatility—families wanting outdoor room, smallholding potential or buyers needing annexe accommodation. It’s a rare opportunity to own a large, characterful home close to the coast and Exmoor, but plan for targeted upgrades and appropriate flood-risk measures.
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