Welcombe, Bideford, Devon, EX39 6HH Welcombe Mouth Beach 1.5 Miles, Hartland 5 Miles, Bude 13 Miles, Bideford 17 Miles, Barnstaple 27 Miles
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Springfield Springfield Welcombe, Bideford, Devon, EX39 6HH Welcombe Mouth beach 1.5 miles, Hartland 5 miles, Bude 13 miles, Bideford 17 miles, Barnstaple 27 miles A rare opportunity to acquire this detached home in one of Devon's prestigious coastal villages • Prestigious Location • Four Bedrooms & Two Bathrooms • Gardens & Parking • Countryside & Sea Views • No Onward Chain • Planning for Detached Annexe/Holiday Let • Two Reception Rooms & Conservatory • Ideal Principal Home or Holiday Retreat Guide Price £599,950 SITUATION AND AMENITIES Springfield is in the pretty Devonshire coastal village of Welcombe, prominently situated in a slightly elevated position. Springfield enjoys stunning uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside through the valley down towards Welcombe Beach. In this region the rugged North Devon coastline is extremely dramatic and classed as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The renowned Welcombe Mouth is a quiet and tranquil beach, much quieter than some of the sandy beaches further down the coast and is one of North Devon's best kept secrets. From the house, there are excellent walks including the South West Coast Path where stunning vistas can be enjoyed. The scattered village has a good range of amenities including a period Inn close by serving daytime and evening meals, general store/Post Office, pottery and a recently renovated and active village hall. The larger village of Hartland, approximately 5 miles away, has an excellent range of local amenities including cafe, shops, Post Office, pubs, medical centre and primary school. There are churches, a variety of clubs and societies within short driving distance of the property. Into Cornwall, approximately 13 miles away, is the coastal town of Bude with a range of larger shopping facilities, amenities and surfing beaches. Bideford is approximately 17 miles away and Barnstaple a further 10 miles with good road links to the M5 motorway. DESCRIPTION This is a rare opportunity to acquire this detached period home located in one of North Devon's prestigious coastal locations. Springfield presents white rendered elevations beneath a traditional slate tiled roof with light accommodation over two floors with all of the rooms either enjoying stunning country or coastal views. Internally, the accommodation is bright and adaptable having been lovingly and sympathetically cared for by current owners in their 20 years of ownership. The property is complemented by gardens to the front and side with plenty of parking and a large detached double garage, which has planning approved for conversion into an annexe or holiday let. On the ground floor, there are two large separate reception rooms, country style kitchen with useful utility room, WC and a wrap around conservatory positioned to take in the stunning coastal sunsets. On the first floor there are four double bedrooms with a family bathroom and en-suite from the largest bedroom. The accommodation, with approximate dimensions, is more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplan. PLANNING PERMISSION In January 2020, Torridge District Council (TDC) granted full planning approval for the conversion of the detached garage into a two storey contemporary annexe/holiday accommodation. Copies of the paperwork relating to the permission including approved plans are either available from the agents or from the Torridge District Council website using REF: 1/1011/2019/FUL The proposed internal accommodation comprises bedroom with en- suite bathroom, open plan kitchen/dining and living area. HOLIDAY LETTING The property is currently being used as a holiday accommodation and advertised through Airbnb (www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/6935843) with weekly pricing, occupancy levels and reviews listed. DIRECTIONS From Bude and Bideford follow signs towards Hartland. Turn off the A39 signposted to Welcombe. At the fork take the left hand turn towards The Old Smithy Pub and Welcombe Pottery and after passing the pub on your right hand side the property can be found shortly on the left. These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose. 4 The Quay, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2HW [email protected] 01237 425030.