A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility. A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility.

Three-bedroom house with graveyard in back garden goes on market for £525,000

A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility.

A three-bedroom house with a graveyard in the back garden has gone on the market for £525,000.

Potential buyers are likely to be spooked by the detached former school house as it overlooks a graveyard filled with tombstones.

The property dates back to 1876 and has “charming” views of the neighbouring church.

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The restored home, in Alverdiscott, Barnstaple, Devon, is being advertised by Stags, Bideford, as reported by Luxury Property News.

A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility.
The detached former schoolhouse with graveyard views, now on sale in Alverdiscott for £525,000. (Jam Press/Stags)

It has a mezzanine office, vaulted kitchen, a spiral staircase, original wood flooring and character features throughout, private parking and a garage.

The description reads: “The Old School House is a beautifully restored three-bedroom detached character residence, originally constructed in 1876 as the village schoolhouse and headmaster’s home.

A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility.
The detached former schoolhouse with graveyard views, now on sale in Alverdiscott for £525,000. (Jam Press/Stags)

“Nestled in the idyllic village of Alverdiscott, this unlisted property enjoys charming views of the neighbouring church and rolling countryside.

“Offering a rare blend of heritage, tranquillity, and modern convenience, it is ideally located within easy reach of Torrington, Barnstaple, and Bideford.”

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A restored 1876 schoolhouse in Devon with church views and a graveyard garden hits the market for £525,000, offering charm, history, and countryside tranquility.
The detached former schoolhouse with graveyard views, now on sale in Alverdiscott for £525,000. (Jam Press/Stags)

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