Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to The Old Racecourse, Bideford, a cozy and compact bungalow type home with 3 bed in the EX39 5BH area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £412,500 and a rental potential of £2,681 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Additional analysis
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"Rare and historic property located in this private breathtaking position with panoramic countryside and sea views In need of general improvement. Set in 1.7 acres with dream home development potential stpp. Tender date February 2015 GUIDE PRICE ?375,000. EPC Band G.
SITUATION AND AMENITIES The property is situated in one of the most sought after locations within the area with nearby access onto the South West Coastal Footpath and within a mile of the highly sought after Abbotsham village. The village itself has a renowned primary school, thatched inn, church and Post Office/ local shop. The port and market town of Bideford sits on the banks of the River Torridge and offers a wide range of amenities including various shops, butchers, pubs, restaurants, caf?s, places of workshop, schooling for all ages (public and private) and three supermarkets. There is also access to the Tarka Trail which affords superb walks or cycle rides that extend beyond Torrington and Barnstaple. The regional centre of Barnstaple is approximately 13 miles away and offers all of the areas main business, shopping and commercial venues. There are also good transport opportunities via the A361 Link Road which connects the motorway network at Junction 27 of the M5 motorway or via the Rail and Tarka Line. DESCRIPTION This is a rare opportunity to acquire this iconic and historic residence which has been owned by the same family since the 1920s. Known as The Old Racecourse before being converted into a residential dwelling, the building was used as the Pavilion House for the 'Shebbertown Racecourse' which was opened in 1922. Horse racing was held there for several years before greyhound racing, after motorcycle racing was introduced. At the time the course was so popular it appeared in Tattler magazine at the time. Today there is no sign that the racecourse existed apart from the building that exists today. The property enjoys a simply private and breathtaking location with panoramic views overlooking the sea between Abbostham Court and Cornborough Cliffs. This property sits in approximately 1.7 acres which has easy access to the South West Coastal Footpath and the sea beyond. Although the property is in need of general modernisation, it does offer the scope for potential extension or development to create a grand designs style home subject to planning permission. As properties of this nature very rarely become available, we are offering this home for sale through a informal tender process. The tender date is February 2015 (to be confirmed). ENTRANCE Via uPVC double glazed door to: ENTRANCE PORCH Polycarbonate roof with uPVC double glazed windows to front and side. Door to: HALLWAY Window to front. UTILITY ROOM With storage recess with space for fridge freezer and shelving. Door to: REAR PORCH And door to: KITCHEN New uPVC double glazed window to front, built in cupboard housing hot water cylinder and shelving. Oil fired Aga providing domestic hot water for the property, stainless steel sink and double drainer with under sink storage. Built in floor unit with work surface and glass fronted display cabinet above. Space for fridge, electric cooker, space for plumbing, space and plumbing for washing machine. Door to: DINING ROOM UPVC double glazed window to front looking onto the garden and window looking into Conservatory. Picture rail. Door to: INNER HALL Window looking into the living area. Glazed double doors to living area. LIVING ROOM Large L shaped room, window rear and sides with panoramic sea and country views. Door to rear gardens. Doors to: BATHROOM Window to rear and side, three piece coloured suite comprising of panelled bath with electric shower over, low level WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. BEDROOM 1 Glazed bow window to front looking onto garden, picture rail, vanity unit, sink and store room. Night storage heater. Door linking into Bedroom 3. BEDROOM 2 UPVC window to front looking onto front garden and window to side with countryside and sea view, vanity unit, wash hand basin, night storage heater. BEDROOM 3 UPVC glazed window to front looking onto garden, picture rail, vanity unit, wash hand basin. Door to Bedroom 1 and Inner Hall. INNER HALL Access to loft via hatch with wooden ladder, picture rail, door to Bedroom 3, Living Area, Dining Area. Door to: CONSERVATORY UPVC double glazed Conservatory with polycarbonate roof, uPVC double glazed windows to front and sides and door to both sides. GARAGE Attached single Garage with window to rear. Power, water and lighting with attached: TIMBER SHED Housing oil tank, light and power, Gardeners WC and wash hand basin. OUTSIDE The property is accessed via a private lane leading to a white five bar gate accessing the grounds to the property. Gravel driveway leads to the Entrance Porch allowing off street parking for multiple vehicles. Formal gardens wrap around the property with the front gardens mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs, trees and several seating areas to enjoy. Close to the entrance gate is a secondary detached Garage and driveway leading past this to a vegetable garden with Shed which leads into an Orchard and gate with several other areas of garden and secret gardens. A small gate leads to an area of fenced paddock with seating area which enjoys countryside and sea views and views towards Lundy Island over Cornborough Valley and Abbotsham Court. DIRECTIONS From Bideford Quay with the River Torridge on your right hand side proceed towards Northam passing Morrisons supermarket on your right and Rydons Garage on your left. At the Heywood Road roundabout turn left signposted towards Bude on the A39 North Devon Link Road. Take the first right hand turning signposted towards Westward Ho! and immediately take the first left hand turning signposted towards Abbotsham. After approximately 1 mile at the staggered crossroads at the brow of the hill turn right next to a property called the White House. Continue up this lane until you reach the Lodge House with private drive signed towards Abbotsham Court. Turn right past a house saying 'Private Road, No Cars' and the property will be found at the end of this drive. SERVICES Mains water, drainage and electricity, oil fired central heating. LOCAL AUTHORITY Torridge District Council, Riverbank House, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 2QG. Tel: 01237 428700. METHOD OF SALE The property is offered of the basis of an informal tender (sealed bids). Tender forms are available form Stags, Bideford Office. Tenders are invited by 12 noon on the Friday (date to be confirmed), February 2015. The vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest bid and also to consider any exceptional propositions prior to the proposed tender date. These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose."
Tax band E
