Location

Old Aish Barn is peacefully situated within the rural hamlet of Aish Barton, less than a mile from the village of Petrockstow, which offers a farm shop, village hall and parish church. The nearby market town of Hatherleigh provides a wider selection of everyday amenities including a Co-op store, two pubs, a Texaco garage, veterinary practice and a thriving cricket club.
The larger town of Okehampton is within easy reach and offers a comprehensive range of shops and services, including a Waitrose supermarket and a variety of independent retailers. For a broader selection, the cathedral city of Exeter provides excellent shopping, cultural and leisure facilities, together with a wide choice of cafés and restaurants. From Okehampton, a regular train service runs to Exeter St David's in around 34 minutes, with onward connections to London Paddington in just over two hours. Exeter Airport also offers daily flights to London City and a selection of domestic and international destinations.
The area is well served for schooling, with highly regarded primary schools in Hatherleigh and Highampton (rated Good and Outstanding by Ofsted respectively), and a range of respected independent schools nearby including Exeter School, The Maynard and Mount Kelly in Tavistock.

Description

Old Aish Barn is a striking and beautifully finished conversion of a traditional Devon bank barn, set high in the landscape with far-reaching views across unspoilt countryside. This historic form of building, cleverly constructed, allows both upper and lower levels to be accessed at ground level. Attached to the front is a charming single storey roundhouse — an unusual and highly appealing feature that lends the property real individuality and rustic charm.
Built from local stone, with the barn rendered and both roofs attractively thatched and finished with distinctive "eyebrow" dormer windows, the house sits comfortably within its rural setting. The south-facing elevation is complemented by an external staircase, while the interiors have been thoughtfully designed to retain the texture, scale and atmosphere of the original structure.
Inside, the flexible and spacious accommodation feels warm, generous and full of character. There are a wealth of period features including exposed beams and roof timbers. The sitting room benefits from a wood burning stove and the drawing room features an impressive inglenook fireplace. The roundhouse now forms a superb additional sitting room with a vaulted ceiling.
The kitchen/breakfast room enjoys windows on three sides capturing panoramic countryside views. It is well fitted with a range of quality integrated appliances and preparation areas. There is direct access to both the parking area to the front and side of the house. Adjoining the kitchen, access is provided to the dining room.
The bedroom accommodation is well arranged, offering five comfortable double rooms, all enjoying open rural views. The lower ground floor is self contained and perfect for a relative or independant living while there are three further bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom has its own en suite shower room, with the bedrooms served by a family bath and shower room.
Old Aish Barn is entered through impressive wooden gates that open onto a sweeping gravel driveway leading to a spacious parking and turning area.
Beyond the main house, a two-storey barn with full planning consent offers exciting potential for a self-contained annexe. Additional buildings include an open-fronted three-bay barn, American-style stable block, and a large workshop.
The house is surrounded by a terrace, perfectly placed for outdoor dining. This opens onto manicured lawns bordered with mature trees, colourful shrubs and a tranquil wildlife pond. The remainder of the land is divided into four well-fenced enclosures with a combination of post-and-rail and stock-proof fencing. In all, the gardens and grounds extend to about 15.5 acres (6.27 hectares).

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