Barnstaple, England EX32

Long Close, Landkey - Village life, beautifully connectedLong Close is something refreshingly different. This is not another sprawling housing estate, but a thoughtfully designed cul-de-sac of just 20 new homes, set within the popular North Devon village of Landkey. With a choice of two, three and four-bedroom houses arranged around an attractive landscaped centre, the development has a more intimate, neighbourly feel a select collection of homes where the surroundings, the setting and the sense of community matter just as much as the houses themselves.PLOT 12 - THE MELDON - 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM DETACHED HOME WITH PRIVATE GATED DRIVE WAY AND GARAGEThe four-bedroom Meldon homes are the jewel in the crown of Long Close. Detached and positioned with their own private gated driveways, generous parking with EV charging and attached garages, they have a particularly exclusive presence within the development. Inside, the accommodation has been designed around the needs of modern family life, with a separate lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room and bi-fold doors connecting the living space with the enclosed garden. The garden on this particular plot is larger than average and wraps-around two sides on the southern and western elevations.Upstairs are four bedrooms and three bath or shower rooms, including en-suites to both the principal bedroom and bedroom two. This gives larger families the space and flexibility they need, while also making the Meldon an excellent choice for an affluent right-sizer who does not want to compromise on accommodation. There is room for visiting family, grandchildren, hobbies and home working, but with the reassurance of a brand-new home that should be easier to look after and more economical to run than many similarly sized older properties.Landkey offers the kind of village lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find. Surrounded by rolling North Devon countryside, it retains a strong identity and a genuine sense of community, with its own primary school, village shop, popular local pub, church and village hall. Its history stretches back to Saxon times, while its distinctive Mazzard cherry heritage provides another charming connection to the villages rural past. It feels peaceful and established, but certainly not isolated.One of Long Closes greatest strengths is its location. The development is conveniently positioned just off the A361 North Devon Link Road, making it exceptionally practical for those travelling to Barnstaple, South Molton, Tiverton or onwards towards the M5 at Junction 27. Barnstaple is only around three miles away and approximately a ten-minute drive, placing the towns extensive shopping, leisure, employment, education and transport facilities within easy reach. It is an ideal balance: come home to the quieter pace and community atmosphere of village life, while remaining close to the energy and convenience of North Devons principal town.For those travelling further afield, the A361 provides a straightforward route towards the M5, while the A39 Atlantic Highway opens up the dramatic coastline and countryside of North Devon and continues south towards Bideford, Bude and Cornwall. Whether commuting, working partly from home or simply wanting to remain well connected, Long Close offers a location that works for everyday life.And then there is everything that makes North Devon such a wonderful place to call home. Weekends can mean fresh air and open countryside, a walk along the South West Coast Path, cycling on the Tarka Trail or exploring the scenery of Exmoor National Park. The golden sands and renowned surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough and Woolacombe are all within comfortable driving distance, with Westward Ho! and the beautiful coastline around Appledore, Instow and Hartland also easily accessible. North Devon is recognised as a World Surfing Reserve, but its appeal reaches far beyond surfing: this is a lifestyle of beaches, countryside, outdoor adventure, w