Summary - Avonwick, South Brent TQ10 9EZ
5 bed 2 bath Detached
Five-bedroom character home with orchard and big gardens near Avonwick village.
Five double bedrooms across over 3,000 sq ft of versatile accommodation
Approximately three quarters of an acre: lawns, mature orchard, sweeping drive
Detached garden room/outbuilding—good office or storage potential
Original granite walls and period features; unlisted, striking character
Heating: electric storage heaters; oil-fired Aga in kitchen
No known wall insulation; likely higher energy costs and retrofit needed
Very slow broadband speeds—limited for high-demand home working
Restrictive covenant: former wedding venue use at neighbouring barn prohibited
This substantial Grade-era farmhouse sits in a peaceful rural setting near the sought-after village of Avonwick, offering over 3,000 sq ft of flexible living across traditional reception rooms and five double bedrooms. Original character such as granite walls, exposed beams and fireplaces combine with Georgian additions to create generous, versatile spaces for family life and entertaining. The property is unlisted but retains period fabric and charm.
The grounds extend to approximately three quarters of an acre with lawns, mature orchard, sweeping drive and ample off-street parking. A detached garden room/outbuilding and conservatory provide useful ancillary space for a home office, studio or storage. The layout—with two staircases and a long connecting landing—gives the feel of separate wings, useful for family living or guests.
Important practical points: heating is by electric storage heaters and the walls are original granite with no known insulation, so energy costs are likely higher than modern homes; mains broadband is very slow. There is an oil-fired Aga in the kitchen but the property will benefit from targeted updating to improve energy performance and modern conveniences. Council tax is described as expensive.
This house will suit buyers seeking a spacious, characterful family home in a tranquil countryside location who are prepared to invest in energy upgrades and modernization. It also offers potential for adaptation of outbuildings and gardens, but the property is subject to a restrictive covenant preventing the former wedding venue use on the nearby barn.
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