Barnstaple, Devon · EX32
Kewsland, Bishops Tawton
Kewsland, Bishops Tawton, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32
Guide price
Charming 3 bed cottage in rural setting near Bishops Tawton. No chain. Original features and gardens. Ideal main home or high-performing holiday let.
The home, in the agent’s words
- A GRADE II LISTED 16TH CENTURY THATCHED COTTAGE
- 3 Bedrooms
- Well-designed dual aspect Kitchen overlooking the rear garden
- Cosy Living Room with wood burning stove
- Dining Room & Shower Room
- Front & rear gardens mainly laid to lawn
- Driveway parking for 2 vehicles
- Located within a peaceful hamlet with convenient access to amenities & beaches
- No onward chain
- Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate everything this exceptional cottage has to offer
Read the full agent description
A rare opportunity to acquire this truly captivating Grade II listed 16th-century thatched cottage located within a peaceful hamlet between the desirable villages of Bishops Tawton and Chittlehampton. Presented to the market for sale with no onward chain, this beautifully preserved 3 Bedroom home is rich in period detail and historic charm, offering both a comfortable full-time residence and a proven holiday let with frequent repeat bookings.
Set among a handful of character homes in a tranquil rural setting, the cottage enjoys scenic surroundings with convenient access to amenities and the acclaimed North Devon coastline, including Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton beaches.
Inside, the home showcases a wealth of original features including exposed beams, a period oak screen and revealed stonework on the lower level.
The ground floor features a well-designed dual aspect Kitchen with fitted units, generous storage and space for a dishwasher and washing machine - all with views over the rear garden. A cosy Living Room centres around a wood burning stove - perfect for relaxed evenings, while the Dining Room offers a warm and welcoming space for entertaining. A sleek, modern 3-piece Shower Room completes the downstairs layout.
Upstairs, you'll find 3 comfortable Bedrooms, each thoughtfully laid out and enjoying countryside glimpses, along with useful hallway storage.
Externally, the property enjoys driveway parking for 2 vehicles. The front and rear gardens are mainly laid to lawn. The west-facing rear garden is enclosed by mature hedging, offering a private, sun-filled retreat - ideal for outdoor dining or quiet relaxation.
Featured by Devon Live in December 2017 as the number one "Devon Home with Fantastic Fireplaces to Hang Your Christmas Stocking From", this unique home blends history, style and practicality in equal measure. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate everything this exceptional cottage has to offer.
Key facts
- Council tax band: C.
- EPC rating: E (score 41; potential rating D).
- Outside: garden.
A feel for the area
Connected for everyday life
0%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
- 30+ Mbps
- 0%
- 100+ Mbps
- 0%
- 300+ Mbps
- 0%
- 1,000+ Mbps
- 0%
Getting about
1.2 milesto Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 4.6 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 2.5 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
Checking nearby places…
Picture your everyday
Start with the agent's details and explore the area guide to get a feel for daily life here.
Other homes nearby
Homes in EX32 postcode area →About these property details
The information provided in this listing is for general information purposes only and does not constitute property particulars. We make no warranties or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or availability of the information.
Property details are provided by the listing agent, developer, or other third parties, and we have no control over the content provided. Prospective buyers or tenants should make their own enquiries and verify all information directly with the agent or relevant party.
Information relating to Energy Performance Certificates, Home Reports, or other statutory documents should be obtained directly from the selling agent or developer where applicable.