4 bed detached house for sale

Swimbridge, Barnstaple, Devon EX32

A rare opportunity to purchase one of the remaining stone-faced character properties in Swimbridge, this impressive four-bedroom detached home offers a fantastic blend of traditional charm, spacious accommodation, and beautiful presentation throughout.

Entering the property, you are greeted by a welcoming hallway with stairs leading to the first floor. To the right is a superb kitchen/breakfast room featuring a central island, feature fireplace, and access onto a private courtyard garden. This spacious and characterful room provides the perfect setting for family living and entertaining.

The kitchen leads through to a generous dining room with a large front-facing window and stairs down to a versatile room currently used as a study, but which could easily be utilised as a snug or additional living space. Off the dining room is a useful utility room, downstairs WC, and access to another courtyard garden area.

The stunning living room is the centrepiece of the home, boasting a large chandelier, feature fireplace, and doors leading out onto the third garden space. The room also benefits from a mezzanine level which could be used as a fourth bedroom or additional living area, with a bathroom located off the mezzanine.

Upstairs, there are three further double bedrooms, all in excellent condition, along with a beautiful family bathroom featuring a four-piece suite, including a freestanding bathtub, large double shower, WC, and hand basin.

Externally, the property offers parking for one car, multiple outdoor areas including patio spaces, raised gardens, a covered seating area, and useful outside storage. The three separate garden spaces provide a unique feature and offer plenty of options for relaxing and entertaining.

Located in the heart of the village, the property is within walking distance of local amenities and the village pub, with Barnstaple nearby offering further facilities and easy commuting links to surrounding areas. This exceptional home offers the perfect combination of character, space, and village living.
From Barnstaple join the A361 towards South Molton. After a short distance, turn right signposted to Landkey. Follow the road through the village and continue to Swimbridge. With the Jack Russell Pub on your right, and the Church gates on the left, The Old Forge will be found on the left hand side clearly displaying a for sale board.

Entrance Hall

Living Room (7.47m x 4.55m)

Study (4.55m x 2.4m)

Dining Room (5.74m x 3.07m)

Utility Room

WC

Kitchen/Breakfast Room (5.74m x 3.12m)

First Floor

Bedroom 1 (3.2m x 3.15m)

Bedroom 2 (3.15m x 2.84m)

Bedroom 3 (3.23m x 2.84m)

Bathroom

Occasional Bedroom 4 (4.55m x 3m)

Bathroom

Tenure

Freehold

Services

All mains services connected.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent.

Council Tax Band

D - North Devon District Council

Agents Note

The property was built in 1836 and is one of the last stone faced properties in Swimbridge. The Forge dates back to the 1700's and remained in use until the 1960's

Rental Income

Based on these details, our Lettings & Property Management Department suggest an achievable gross monthly rental income of £1,600 to £1,800 subject to any necessary works and legal requirements (correct at June 2026). This is a guide only and should not be relied upon for mortgage or finance purposes. Rental values can change and a formal valuation will be required to provide a precise market appraisal. Purchasers should be aware that any property let out must currently achieve a minimum band E on the EPC rating, and that this rating may increase. Please refer to your solicitors as the legal position may change at any time.