Rumsam Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9ER
Listed 28 Apr 2026 · price reduced 6 Oct 2026 · Barnstaple
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Key features
- Substantial 8/9 bedroom detached residence
- Over 4,000 sq ft of accommodation across three floors
- Highly sought-after residential location
- Stunning 36ft open-plan kitchen/dining/living space
- Two elegant reception rooms with wood burners
- Four bathrooms including two en suites
- Principal suite with dressing room
- Double garage/workshop (26’8” x 18’8”)
- Gated driveway with ample parking
- Landscaped rear garden with patio and decking
About this home
An exceptional and beautifully appointed detached residence. Rumsam House offers an outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial family home of considerable scale and quality, extending to over 4,000 sq. ft and arranged elegantly across three floors. Boasting eight/nine bedrooms, multiple reception rooms and four bathrooms, this remarkable home has been thoughtfully modernised by the current owners to an impeccable standard, seamlessly blending character features with contemporary finishes.
Positioned within one of Barnstaple’s most sought-after residential areas, the property enjoys an impressive approach. Gates open onto a generous driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, while a well-maintained front lawn, framed by mature trees and established hedging, creates a sense of privacy and grandeur, setting the tone for what lies beyond. The frontage is both attractive and commanding, with access leading to a substantial double garage/workshop measuring approximately 26’8” x 18’8” – a superb and versatile space ideal for vehicle storage, hobbies, or potential business use.
Upon entering the property, a spacious and welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the principal reception rooms. To the left, the elegant living room features a charming bay window overlooking the front elevation and a wood-burning stove set on a slate hearth, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. To the right, a further sitting room mirrors this appeal, also benefitting from a bay window and wood burner, offering an additional cosy yet refined reception space.
Continuing through the hallway, the heart of the home reveals itself in the form of a truly impressive open-plan kitchen/dining/living space, spanning an outstanding 36’2” in width. This superb room has been designed with both functionality and style in mind, featuring a high-quality fitted kitchen with a range cooker, integrated dishwasher, and a central breakfast island. Tiled flooring and inset spotlights enhance the modern finish, while the generous proportions allow for both formal dining and relaxed family living, making it an ideal space for entertaining. From here, there is internal access to the garage/workshop, as well as a separate utility room and a conveniently located ground floor cloakroom.
The first floor hosts four generously sized double bedrooms, all presented to a high standard. Bedroom two benefits from its own en suite bathroom, fitted with a three-piece suite including a bath with shower over. In addition, a stylish and contemporary family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, offering a luxurious four-piece suite with both a separate bath and shower.
The second floor continues to impress, offering a further four double bedrooms. The principal bedroom suite is particularly noteworthy, comprising a spacious bedroom, a dedicated dressing room, and a private en suite shower room. This floor is further complemented by an additional modern three-piece shower room, ensuring ample facilities for family living or guests.
Externally, the rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to provide a variety of outdoor spaces for relaxation and entertaining. A patio area to the left offers the perfect setting for al fresco dining, while a neatly maintained lawn provides a pleasant green outlook. Beyond this, a raised timber decking area creates an additional seating space, ideal for enjoying the sun throughout the day.
In summary, Rumsam House is a truly outstanding home of significant proportions, offering flexible accommodation suited to large families, multi-generational living, or those seeking a property with income potential. Combining space, style and a prime location, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished residence in one of Barnstaple’s most desirable settings. From Barnstaple town centre head out of town towards Newport. Continue along Newport Road and upon reaching the traffic lights turn right into South Street. Continue for a short distance taking the first left hand turn into Rumsam Road. Follow the road towards the end, where Rumsam House will be found on your right, just before the right hand turning into Willow Tree Road, displaying a for sale board.
Entrance Hall
Living Room 6.65m max x 4.47m
Sitting Room/Occasional Bedroom 5.56m x 2.82m
Kitchen/Dining/Living Room 11.02m x 4.47m
Utility Room
Cloakroom
First Floor Landing
Bedroom 2 4.52m x 4.11m
En Suite
Bedroom 3 5.66m x 4.45m
Bedroom 7 4.45m x 4.22m
Bedroom 8 4.3m x 3.48m
Bathroom
Second Floor Landing
Bedroom 1 6.53m max x 3.63m
Dressing Room
En Suite
Bedroom 4 5.4m x 4.27m
Bedroom 5 4.45m x 4.3m
Bedroom 6 4.24m x 3.96m
Shower Room
Double Garage + Workshop 8.13m x 5.7m
Tenure Freehold
Services All mains services connected
Viewing Strictly by appointmnent with the selling agent
Council Tax Band *F - North Devon District Council *At the time of preparing these sales particulars the council tax banding is correct. However, purchasers should be aware that improvements carried out by the vendor may affect the property’s council tax banding following a sale
Property details
- Property type
- Detached
- Council tax band
- F
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway, Gated
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Barnstaple Station1.0 mi
- Chapleton Station3.6 mi
- Umberleigh Station5.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in EX32 over the last 12 months: terraced £207k · detached £335k · semi-detached £285k · flat £128k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aysgarth, Rumsam Road Barnstaple EX32 9EW | Detached Freehold | 22 Jan 2025 | £515,000 |
| Rose Cottage, 18, Rumsam Road Barnstaple EX32 9ER | Detached Freehold | 29 Nov 2024 | £525,000 |
| Little Willows, Rumsam Road Barnstaple EX32 9ER | Detached Freehold | 4 Jul 2024 | £366,000 |
| Little Willows, Rumsam Road Barnstaple EX32 9ER | Detached Freehold | 26 Mar 2024 | £290,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in EX32
Buying costs
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Listed by Fine & Country, Barnstaple on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Apr 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 06/10/2026.
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