House for sale in Northam, Bideford, Devon, EX39 - 8 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, 8 bathrooms

An exceptional period house in this highly convenient location. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation suitable for a variety of purposes including B&B or small hotel. The property sits within grounds of approx 1 acre.


SITUATION & AMENITIES
This superb detached residence is located in the highly convenient location close to the port and market town of Bideford, the village centre of Northam, the A39 North Devon link road and the beach at Westward Ho!. The village of Northam is approximately ½ a mile away and offers a range of amenities including local shops, post office, public house, restaurant and swimming pool. The village of Westward Ho! is approximately 2 miles away with its renowned 3 mile long safe sandy beach (which has blue flag status), which adjoins the Northam Burrows Country Park and the Royal North Devon Golf Club (which is the oldest links course in England). The South West coast path runs through Westward Ho! and offers fantastic coastal walks along the rugged North Devon coastline. The port and market town of Bideford offers an excellent range of amenities including schooling for all ages, places of worship, shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as three supermarkets. The A39 North Devon link road is easily accessible and offers easy access to the regional centre of Barnstaple and junction 27 of the M5, which leads to the motorway network beyond.
DESCRIPTION
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional period property in this superb location with grounds of approximately 1 acre in total, all within easy access of the amenities. This fine period residence was believed to have been constructed in 1820 for the head of the British Forces in India. Over the years the property has had various uses including a school and a hotel. At present this private residence still offers versatility and elegant well proportioned accommodation suitable for a variety of purposes. Stone built with mullioned windows under a slate roof, this property still retains many of the period features including marble fireplaces, ceiling mouldings, deep skirting boards and door architraves. The property is approached through wrought iron gates and leads to an area of off road parking and turning laid to stone chippings to the front of the property. Off to the side is a garage block consisting of two garages and a further parking area for a boat or caravan. The plot is bordered by a mixture of stone walls, mature hedgerow and fencing and enjoys a good degree of privacy. To the rear of the property is a good sized patio area, ideal for entertaining whilst to the side is a ornamental fish pond with a stone surround and decked area with pergola. Throughout the garden are various mature trees and shrubs, expanses of flower borders and shrubberies.

The accommodation and dimensions are more clearly shown on the accompanying floorplan but comprise

Front door to
ENTRANCE PORCH
Gothic style window to front elevation. Feature ceiling with ceiling moldings. Double doors lead to
RECEPTION HALLWAY
Stairs rise to first floor landing. Walk-in storage cupboard. Ornate fireplace. Central archway.
CLOAKROOM
Two wash hand basins. Spotlights. Two separate low level WC's.
CLAOKROOM TWO
Two wash hand basins. Spotlights. Hatch access to loft space. Low level WC.
SITTING ROOM
A superb dual aspect room with bay window to side elevation and patio doors leading out onto the garden with window to front elevation with window shutters. Gas fire with cast iron insert with marble surround. Ceiling mouldings.
SNUG / BAR
Window to front elevation with window shutters. Gas fire with cast iron insert and marble surround. Wood floor. The old hotel bar remains with its decorative carvings. Ceiling mouldings.
DINING ROOM
A well proportioned dual aspect room with two windows to side elevation with window shutters and window to rear elevation. Gas fire with cast iron insert and marble surround. Ceiling mouldings.
OFFICE
Window to rear elevation with window shutters. Hatch access to loft space. Door leads to the cellar. Storage cupboard.
CELLARS
The cellars are located under the front rooms of the house in four sections and measure approximately 41'0 x 18'0 overall.
FAMILY ROOM
Window to side elevation with windows shutters. Gas fire with cast iron insert and wood mantel over.
KITCHEN
Window to rear elevation. French doors lead to rear garden. Fitted with handmade chestnut units with Cornish marble work surfaces, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with tiled splash backs. Ash floor. Integrated fridge and dishwasher. Glass display cabinet with a further range of excellent storage cupboards. Central island with further units below. Coved ceiling with spotlights. Integrated range cooker with extractor over.
INNER HALLWAY
Two windows overlooking the inner courtyard. Door gives access to this courtyard. Boiler room houses the floor mounted boiler.
CLAOKROOM / UTILITY
Window to side elevation. Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin. Space and plumbing for automatic washing machine, fridge and freezer.
WORKSHOP
Door leads to the courtyard. Two windows. Work bench. Hatch access to loft space.
HALF LANDING
Feature double height arch window to side elevation. Stairs rise to the first floor landing.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Ceiling mouldings. Stairs lead to the second floor with under stair storage cupboard.
BEDROOM 1
Window to front elevation. Ceiling mouldings. Built-in wardrobes.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, vanity wash hand basin and bath with shower over. Extractor fan.
BEDROOM 2
Window to front elevation. Ceiling mouldings.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, vanity wash hand basin and bath with shower over.
BEDROOM 3
A light and airy dual aspect room with window to front and side elevations. Ceiling mouldings.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with shower over.
SEWING ROOM
Window to side elevation. Ceiling mouldings.
BEDROOM 4
Windows to side and rear elevation affording views over Bideford. Ceiling mouldings.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with shower over. Window to rear elevation.
STUDY
Window to rear elevation. Ceiling mouldings.
FAMILY BATHROOM
Comprises of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle and Jacuzzi bath. Window to side elevation. Airing cupboard housing boiler and hot water tank with wooden slatted shelving (second boiler).
BEDROOM 5
Widow to side elevation. Built-in wardrobes.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with shower over.
BEDROOM 6
Window to rear elevation. Vanity wash hand basin. Shower cubicle.
EN SUITE CLOAKROOM
Comprises of low level WC.
BEDROOM 7
A dual aspect room with windows to rear and side elevations. Vanity wash hand basin.
AGENTS NOTE
It is understood that a door from this room leads to the fire escape which is currently blocked up.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC and bath with shower over. Window to side elevation.
SECOND FLOOR LANDING
Window to rear elevation. Access leads to the roof space.
SITTING ROOM
Window to side elevation overlooking Bideford. Built-in storage cupboard.
KITCHENETTE
Fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with tiled splash backs. Integrated fridge.
BEDROOM
Window to side elevation.
EN SUITE
Comprises of low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached through wrought iron gates and leads to a parking and turning area laid to stone chipping's. To the side there is a
GARAGE BLOCK
Comprising or two garages and parking for a boat or caravan.

The garden is bordered by a mixture of stone walling, mature hedgerow and fencing and offers a good degree of privacy. Throughout the garden there are various mature plants, trees and shrubs, as well as borders housing flower plants and shrubs. To the rear of the property, accessed from the kitchen, is a good size patio area which is ideal for entertaining, whilst to the side of the property is an ornamental fish pond with stone surround, a decked area and pergola. There are also various areas of lawn.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Torridge District Council Riverbank House, Bideford, North Devon EX39 2QG. Tel: 01237 428700.
DIRECTIONS
From our office in Bideford proceed towards Northam, with the River Torridge on your right hand side. Continue passing Morrisons supermarket on your right and the Rydons garage on your left hand side. At the Heywood Road roundabout continue straight across following signs for Northam, Westward Ho! and Appledore. After turning off the roundabout the driveway will be situated immediately on the right hand side with nameplate clearly displayed (the driveway to the property will be located before the turning to Limers Lane on the right hand side).
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and gas. Private drainage.
STAGS REFERENCE
029270

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