ABOUT THE PROPERTY

A charming character cottage enjoying an elevated position with lovely views across the East Lyn Valley and surrounding Exmoor countryside. The property has been professionally repainted internally, with further improvements including electric storage heaters installed in 2023, a positive input ventilation (PIV) system and a new damp course installed in 2025, providing useful modern enhancements for future owners.

The accommodation includes a welcoming glazed entrance lobby leading into the lounge, which features a multi-fuel burner providing a cosy focal point. The kitchen is fitted with modern units incorporating an inset sink and drainer, electric oven and hob, wall-mounted Therma electric water heater and vinyl flooring.

To the first floor are two bedrooms, both benefiting from fitted carpets, together with a well-appointed shower room featuring a quadrant shower with Aquatronic 1+ electric shower, vanity wash hand basin, heated towel rail and attractive floor-to-ceiling tiling.

Outside, the property benefits from an attractive garden enjoying elevated views across the valley, together with two useful outbuildings, both with water and power connected, providing excellent additional storage.

A particularly valuable feature is the private car parking space situated off the Lynway to the rear of the property – a rare and highly desirable commodity in this sought-after coastal location.

Ideally situated for enjoying the exceptional scenery and amenities of Lynton and Lynmouth, the cottage provides an appealing opportunity as a permanent home, holiday retreat or investment property. With its character features, modern improvements, private parking and no onward chain, this is an attractive property in a highly desirable part of North Devon.

THE AREA

Set in a beautiful natural setting, the property enjoys woodland and hillside views with regular sightings of deer. A network of nearby footpaths includes the a picturesque route on the Lynway to Lynton, while a regular bus service provides easy links between Barnstaple and Lynton/Lynmouth.

Nearby Lynton offers amenities, including a good selection of The property enjoys an outlook towards the surrounding rolling hills and woodland where deer are seen on a regular basis. Within a short walk is a small shop and filling station; the property also benefits from being on a regular bus route between Barnstaple and Lynton/Lynmouth.

Lynton is twinned with the coastal village of Lynmouth, set on the banks of the River Lyn overlooking the sea and reached by a cliffside railway. The South West Coast Path passes directly through Lynton & Lynmouth and is England's longest waymarked long-distance footpath and a National Trail. It stretches for 630 miles (1,014 km), running from Minehead in Somerset, along the coasts of Devon and Cornwall, to Poole Harbour in Dorset. More extensive shopping facilities and amenities are available at the larger town of Ilfracombe (about half an hour) and the regional centre of Barnstaple (about 45 minutes). The world-renowned surfing beaches at Woolacombe, Putsborough, Saunton (also with Championship golf course) and Croyde are also about 45 minutes by car.

The North Devon link road (A361) is about a 40-minute drive and eventually joins the M5 motorway network at Junction 27, where Tiverton Parkway offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours. The nearest international airports are at Bristol and Exeter. There are excellent state and private schools within the area. The Valley of Rocks is within level walking distance (passing the extraordinary location of the cricket ground), offering access to many miles of coastal walks and stunning unspoilt countryside, which the surrounding Exmoor National Park has to offer. A trip to Dunkery Beacon, Exmoor’s highest point has incredible views and a picnic at Landacre Bridge or visit to Withypool tea rooms would be well worth the journey.

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SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

Mains water, drainage and electric.

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North Devon Council – Band A
(2026/27-Approx. £1,815.02 per annum)

EPC - D Rating

Tenure
Freehold

DIRECTIONS

From our office, proceed down Castle Hill towards Lynmouth and Lynbridge. At the junction at the bottom of the hill, continue straight onto Lynbridge Road and follow this road for approximately 0.25 miles. Passing a row of terraced houses on the right-hand side, Lynwood Cottages will be found elevated above the road, with a concealed pedestrian entrance from the roadside. If you reach the Olde Cottage Inn, you have gone past the entrance.

There is also pedestrian access to the rear of the property via The Lynway. On-street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Property Reference #RSMA0557

IMPORTANT NOTICE
These sale particulars have been prepared as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you, please make contact prior to viewing the property. To the best of our ability we try to represent the property accurately and honestly. A purchaser must make sure they are satisfied with the property before agreeing to proceed.

A Property Information Questionnaire & Title Register are available to prospective purchasers before committing to proceed with a purchase. We are not legal experts, and you must seek and be guided by your own legal advice. Talk to us if there are any questions or concerns relating to the property.

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Council Tax Band: A (North Devon Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Off Street
Garden details: Front Garden, Terrace
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Electric, Woodburner
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains