Detached bungalow for sale in Old Rectory Close, Instow, Bideford EX39

Buying this property with a Home for Life Plan discount.

This property is offered at a reduced price for people aged over 60 through Homewise's Home for Life Plan. Through the Home for Life Plan, anyone aged over sixty can purchase a lifetime lease on this property which discounts the price from its full market value. The size of the discount you are entitled to depends on your age, personal circumstances and property criteria and could be anywhere between 8.5% and 59% from the property’s full market value. The above price is for guidance only. It’s based on our average discount and would be the estimated price payable by a 69-year-old single male. As such, the price you would pay could be higher or lower than this figure.

For more information or a personalised quote, just give us a call. Alternatively, if you are under 60 or would like to purchase this property without a Home for Life Plan at its full market price of £585,000, please contact Webbers.

Property description

*sea and estuary views!* A rare opportunity to purchase a split level three bedroom detached bungalow positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought after coastal village of Instow with stunning far reaching estuary and sea views. EPC D

Offered with no onward chain and vacant possession this fantastic three- bedroom split level bungalow sits at the very top of this sought-after Old Rectory Close. Commanding panoramic views towards Appledore, Crow Point and out towards Saunton Sands Hotel, you can enjoy these views whilst sat at the dining table or even doing the washing up in your kitchen!

Much loved by the sole family owners the property now requires a degree of modernisation to the kitchen and bathroom areas but has been tastefully redecorated in more modern wallpaper and neutral tones meaning that you could move into number 10 Old Rectory Close and upgrade in situ. Furthermore, due to the size of the plot, approaching 1/3rd of an acre there is also enormous potential to extend out past the garage to create a large terrace or veranda off the living room (subject to planning).

Largely obscured from the road the property is accessed via a five-bar gate which leads up a sweeping driveway up towards the ground floor garage. The plot extends around the bungalow with mature hedgerows and borders lining both sides. There are a number of dilapidated outbuildings including two timber sheds and steps and rails up to the front door. It is at this level where you start to see the impressive views on offer.

The entrance door leads into a porch area with a further door giving access into the main body of the home, and the main entrance hall. Bright and airy, the hall leads to all principal rooms and includes a large airing / coat cupboard and cloakroom.

The main living areas are largely open plan and interconnect into the kitchen. Measuring 21ft this area is particularly spacious and light thanks mainly to being triple aspect with patio doors and broad windows providing fine views towards Instow beach and the Estuary.

The living / dining area gives access to the functional kitchen which then leads back into the hall. The utility area sits at the back of the property with access into the back garden whilst at the opposite end of the hall are the sleeping quarters. The three bedrooms are all doubles with the main bedroom positioned at the front of the property having the added benefit of built in wardrobes, with the second and third bedrooms being located at the rear. A family bathroom with shower over the bath serves all three bedrooms.

Venturing back outside and the plot rises to the rear which is part lawn and part woodland and also features a rose garden and sunny patio. Natural borders persist around the perimeter with access available via both sides of the property.

Services - mains gas, electric and water

Tenure - freehold

Council tax band - Band D

Porch

Entrance Hall

Lounge / Diner 21'9" x 17'1" (6.63m x 5.2m).

Kitchen 11'7" x 10'6" (3.53m x 3.2m).

Utility Room 10'2" x 6'1" (3.1m x 1.85m).

WC

Bedroom 1 13'1" x 10'7" (4m x 3.23m).

Bedroom 2 11' x 9'4" (3.35m x 2.84m).

Bedroom 3 / Study 11' x 9'7" (3.35m x 2.92m).

Bathroom

Garage 21'9" x 10'10" (6.63m x 3.3m).

Tenure Freehold

Services All mains services connected

EPC tbc

Council Tax D

Viewing Strictly with Webbers Estate Agents

The coastal village of Instow sits on one bank of the River Torridge with splendid views across the water to the pretty fishing village of Appledore. It is home to the North Devon Yacht Club and has excellent local facilities, including a range of popular inns and restaurants, an award-winning local shop with post office. There is a wide sandy beach and extensive sand dunes close-by.

The ancient port and market town of Bideford which straddles the river Torridge is a few miles away providing a pleasing blend of local facilities with a selection of national shops and banks as well as numerous independent shops, restaurants and bars. The picture postcard fishing village of Appledore is across the river and further around the coast is the resort of Westward Ho! With its fine sandy surfing beach backed by the famous Pebble Ridge.

Close-by is the North Devon Link Road (A39&A361) which provides a fast route to Barnstaple the regional centre for North Devon about 9 miles away. From there the road continues to the M5 motorway at junction 27 (Tiverton) a further 29 miles away and there also is the Tiverton Parkway main line railway station (London Paddington 2 hours approx) Exeter the Cathedral city and county town with its international airport is about 50 miles away.

The North Devon region appeals to those with a sense of the great outdoors with its glorious sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde Bay, Saunton and Westward Ho! And the more rugged coastline westward towards Cornwall. For golfers there is a variety of facilities but most notably the Royal North Devon Club at Westward Ho! Reputably the oldest club in England playing on the original course and the two Championship Links Courses at Saunton. The south west coastal path is nearby and there is access to the Tarka Trail, part of the national cycle network.

The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Suitable as a retirement home.