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FROM BED to BEACH in 4 MINUTES Woolacombe Bay a Multi-Award Winning Seaside Resort on the Glorious Coast of North Devon FROM BED TO BEACH IN 4 MINUTES woolacombe bay A multi-award winning seaside resort on the glorious coast of North Devon... ...an Area of Outstanding Natural A lively village with a good selection Beauty; Woolacombe is a popular of bars, restaurants, and shops; destination for family holidays, Woolacombe enjoys a friendly and weekend breaks, and surfing. relaxed atmosphere making it popular all year round. life’s a beach Woolacombe beach has continuously been recognised as one of the best beaches in Europe. Voted as the fourth This three-mile long Best Beach in the UK stretch of golden sand on TripAdvisor for 2019 lies between the local and previously the Best landmarks of Morte Beach twice in recent Point and Baggy Point, years! Woolacombe also and is renowned for holds the ‘England for its cleanliness, water Excellence Gold Award’ quality, and facilities. for best family resort Lifeguards ensure safe and was voted the Best family swimming during British Beach in the Mail the summer months. On Sunday. Surfers come from all over the country to enjoy the great waves and clean water. surfs up, sails out North Devon offers some of the best sailing and surf spots in the country... ...so whether you’re an experienced surfer or keen to try out a bit of sailing with the North Devon Yacht Club for the first time there’s something here for everyone. Woolacombe offers an array of surf and sailing schools, wetsuit and board hire & sales, as well as all the associated surf culture clothing and retail brands. For those with your own boards, Byron offers secure storage on site as well as wash facilities. in and around If you fancy a change, Byron is within easy reach of three more amazing beaches. Putsborough, Barricane, and Coombesgate Beach THERE’S SO MUCH MORE TO DO… (which can also be reached from Barricane when Life’s not just a beach – there’s more to do than the tide is out) are great alternatives. Barricane, or you’ll have time for in one visit, which is perfect, Shell Beach as it is known locally, has a small beach because owning a Byron apartment means you will cafe serving homemade Sri-Lankan curries. Visitors be able to come back time and time again. take rugs and cushions, chilled beer or wine, and ● Spectacular coastal and country walks. enjoy watching the sunset. It’s very popular, so get there early and remember to take a bottle! ● Links golf course. ● Horse riding. LAID BACK VILLAGE LIFE ● Zip wire and adventure parks. In Woolacombe village you’ll find an eclectic range ● Swimming pools. of boutique cafes, bars, and places to eat as well as the more practical shops such as a chemist and ● Cycle the Tarka trail. general store. ● Castles and stately homes. ● Gardens and sculpture parks. ● Theatres, cinemas, and museums. An exclusive collection of stunning, open-market apartments only minutes from the multi-award winning beach. Whether as a holiday home to share with family and friends, a lucrative investment property, or as your very own coastal residence, Byron has something for everyone. FROM BED TO BEACH IN 4 MINUTES CHALLACOMBE MIDDLECOMBE PUTSBOROUGH ROCKHAM LEISURE SUITE WOOLACOMBE EAST WOOLACOMBE WEST luxury home from home Set within landscaped courtyards and walkways, and benefiting from secure underground parking, a rare commodity in Woolacombe... ...this impressive collection of Byron comprises a range of one, two, apartments is artfully divided into five three, and four bedroom apartments, premium buildings. Each building all of which have their own private has its own unique style and is named outside space such as a balcony, patio, after a local surfing beach. or terrace. Many of the apartments also benefit from enviable views across Woolacombe Bay out to sea or of the surrounding hills and countryside. Others are set back from the waves, enjoying a peaceful and private sanctuary overlooking the beautifully landscaped courtyard gardens. specification KITCHEN AND UTILITY ROOM JOINERY AND DECORATION Fully fitted, custom designed kitchens with Siemens ● White painted, silk finish architraves and integrated appliances: skirting boards. ● Stainless steel single/multifunction oven. ● Contemporary doors. ● Touch control ceramic hob. ● Satin stainless steel ironmongery. ● Extractor hood. ● Carpeted stairs with painted timber balustrade. ● A-rated fridge/freezer. ● Composite powder coated aluminium and ● A-rated dishwasher. timber double-glazed windows. ● Plumbing for washing machine or combined ● Built in wardrobes in all bedrooms. washer dryer. ● Smooth finish Dulux painted walls and ceilings. ● Quartz stone worktop. ● Walls to bathrooms, en suites, and WCs painted ● Stainless steel sink with chrome Dulux eggshell paint (where not tiled). mono bloc mixer tap. ELECTRICAL ● Amtico plank flooring. ● Low energy down lighters to kitchens, BATHROOM, EN SUITES AND CLOAKROOM bathrooms, and en suites. ● Duravit bathroom suite with bath in white with ● TV and telephone cable in living rooms and glass screen for over bath shower. master bedrooms. ● Vanity base drawer to wash hand basin ● Electric panel heaters. in en suites. ● Electric hot water cylinders. ● Glass shower enclosure. PEACE OF MIND ● Chrome Vado taps and shower fittings. ● Mains operated smoke alarm with ● Complementary Porcelanosa floor and wall tiling. auxiliary battery. ● Extractor fans to bathrooms and en suites linked ● to ‘whole house’ ventilation system. Low energy security lighting to outside areas. ● ● Mirror, shaver socket, and down lighters. Satin stainless steel ironmongery to external doors with 5 lever locking system. ● Electric heated towel rails. ● Secure, underground parking. GARDENS ● Balcony, roof terrace, or patio area to all apartments. ● Paving slabs to patios leading to landscaped communal gardens with footpaths. Computer Generated Image be part of the club Byron apartments are fully serviced to ensure the comfort and convenience of your stay. Byron provides for every eventuality… As an owner you will benefit from: ● In-house Guest ● Sauna Services Team ● Indoor Games Room (onsite 9am – 5pm) ● Outdoor Surf Storage ● Brundle’s Superb All-Day Restaurant ● Surf Showers ● Onsite Underground ● Communal Parking Outside Spaces ● Swimming Pool ● Bed to Beach in 4 minutes ● Gym And much more! For further information, please call our Guest Services team on 01271 871643 or email [email protected]. Computer Generated Image Situated on the ground floor at Byron and overlooking the village with stunning bay views, Brundle’s Bar & Restaurant is a vibrant and exciting place to relax. Enjoy breakfast, Proprietor and Head in the Maldives, Koh lunch, or dinner Chef Graham Brundle Samui, and even Richard has worked in many Branson’s Necker Island. with your family leading hotels including Most people will know and friends in the The Selfridge, The Ritz, him as a local Ilfracombe main restaurant, The Conrad, Saunton boy, surfing in and or treat yourself Sands, and Grand around the Woolacombe to the full kitchen Hotel Europe. He has area since he was 11. If also worked for the he’s not in the kitchen, experience at the Jordanian Royal Family you can probably find Chef’s Table. and managed resorts him in the water. all part from dawn of the service to dusk... All Byron residents have priority entrance ...we’ve got something for everyone and booking at Brundle’s as well as access Relax in the raised bar with a cocktail to exclusive services and promotions. or a pint and sample the extensive Brundle’s offers the quality a light meal, Suite Services provides all bar menu with tasting plates and the options you need. Brundle’s Breakfast and service of restaurant and All Day Dining Menu is available for small meals from around the world. dining delivered straight to delivery to all Byron residents, alongside a In the warmer months you can lounge on range of welcome packages to help make the choice of terraces with a coffee or a glass your door. those first 24 hours a little easier. Tailored of wine whilst taking in the fantastic views Whether you’re organising a party, packages can be provided for special planning your arrival, or just want to order events and parties. and atmosphere. letting services return on investment Whether it’s for your family holiday or as part of your investment Not only does owning a Byron apartment provide you property portfolio, we’ve given thought to your every need. with your very own holiday home by the sea, but it Byron Woolacombe Holiday Lets provides a managed holiday can also be a lucrative source of additional income. letting service for you to enjoy the rewards without the hassle! Recent tax changes are making holiday Benefits of Furnished Holiday Letting include: Services include: rental properties more profitable than ● Capital allowances on the apartment itself plus ● ● Bespoke Lettings website Introduction to apartment traditional buy to lets. Furnished Holiday furnishing and fittings. Based on the purchase facilities and controls ● Reception/concierge Letting (FHL) is treated as a business, price alone FHL properties at Byron can offer tax ● Handover service free profits for up to five years. ● Welcomed arrival whereas Buy to Let is treated as an ● ● Luggage assistance Linen service investment in property. ● Unlimited recovery of mortgage interest costs ● Cleaning (unlike Buy to Let). ● Deferral of Capital Gains Tax. For further information, please call our Lettings Team on 01271 871643 ● or email [email protected]. The legitimate costs of managing the property including labour can be offset against profits. Please note some services require booking and/or may incur an additional charge. ● Stamp duty savings. ● Other benefits are available tailored to the business intentions of the owner. For further information on Furnished Holiday Letting at Byron please contact our sales team. DISCLAIMER: Blast Properties Limited and their agents do not provide tax, legal, accounting, or financial advice. This material is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for tax, legal, accounting, or financial advice.
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