The Esplanade, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34

Situated in a very enviable beach front location just metres from the award winning golden sand surfing beaches is this beautifully presented, spacious and stylish three bedroom penthouse which enjoys superb views to the south and west over Woolacombe Bay taking in the beaches, Potters Hill, Baggy and Hartland Points and the Atlantic Ocean. The property has been tastefully re-furbished throughout to an extremely high standard in a contemporary style, which reflects its prime coastal location. The property is perfect for those looking for a high quality beachside retreat and is ideal as a permanent home or alternatively as a second home or holiday let.

The apartment is low maintenance and has uPVC double glazed windows and doors and benefits from gas fired central heating via a modern combination boiler.

The accommodation comprises of a spacious entrance hallway, with all doors leading off to the principle rooms. Bedroom 1 is a large double bedroom with a modern en-suite shower room, storage cupboard and enjoys superb views across Woolacombe Bay from the front elevation. Bedroom 2 is a further well-presented double room located at the rear of the property. Bedroom 3 is a light filled bedroom with fantastic views to the front elevation. This room would equally make for a perfect home office or study. The family bathroom is an immaculately presented modern three piece suite comprising of a bath tub with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. There is a useful cloak room just off from the entrance hallway that comprises of a WC and wash hand basin. The heart of the wonderful home is the large open plan living room/diner kitchen with views from the front elevation which are quite simply stunning. The room is naturally light and has ample space for sizable furniture including a dining table. The kitchen is fully equipped with a comprehensive range of base and eye level units with matching drawers, integrated four ring gas hob, stainless steel sink unit inset to attractive work surfaces and space and plumbing for a washing machine.

Ideally situated, the property is literally just a couple hundred metres from the village centre shops and restaurants and is literally 'across the road' from the 2 1/2 miles of golden sands that stretch across to Putsborough.

Hartland House also has its own additional communal gardens which are located on the opposite side of the building. The gardens comprise of attractive paved and terraced sitting areas which are for the use of all of the apartments within the development. These gardens also enjoy a sunny southerly aspect and the superb and far reaching views across the village, the countryside and Potters Hill, the golden sand beach and towards Baggy and Hartland Points and the Atlantic Ocean.
5 Hartland House Apartments is a fantastic apartment ideal as a low maintenance beachside retreat in a great location close to all of the local amenities. The property also benefits from having a store room which is privately owned by the apartment and is ideal for storing surf boards, bikes and beach equipment etc. There is also a smaller store shed that comes with the apartment, which is ideal for beach equipment.

AGENTS NOTE:
The property is leasehold with the balance of an original 999 year lease which commenced in 2007. The freehold is vested in the Management Company, Hartland House Management Ltd, which is made up of the 9 owners of the properties within the building. The service charge is currently being re-calculated in light of the two new apartments that have been created. Holiday and assured shorthold letting is permitted but pets are NOT allowed in the building.

Woolacombe sits on the rugged North Devon Coast and amidst the surrounding National Trust land and is an extremely popular and well known village throughout the UK primarily due to its stunning beach which has previously held the accolade as the No. 1 beach in the country by Trip Advisor. Many, many visitors flock to the area throughout the year but especially through the busy summer months. The village has an array of facilities which include a variety of small independent shops, a selection of cafes, bars and restaurants to suit all pockets and tastes, a health centre, chemist and a Primary School which has an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted. As well as main stretch of golden sand, there is also Barricane and Combesgate beaches which have rock pools to explore and the former having a beachside kiosk selling delicious Sri Lankan curries through the summer season. The surrounding National Trust Land provides miles and miles of walking enjoying some of the finest coastal scenery on offer. There are a variety of leisure facilities and excellent nearby golf courses with the best known being the two links courses at Saunton, one of which is at championship standard.

Barnstaple is North Devon's main trading centre and is approximately 12 miles away and has many of the bigger name shops, a rail link and gives direct access on the main A361 North Devon Link Road which joins the M5 at junction 27. Ilfracombe is just a short drive along the coast, approximately 5 miles away and has plenty of coastal charm and a picturesque harbour which is home to world renowned artist Damien Hirst's 60ft high bronze 'Verity' statue. The Cathedral city of Exeter is approximately 50 miles away and has direct rail links to main stations in London.
Applicants are advised to proceed from our offices in an westerly direction taking the A361 out of town signposted for Barnstaple. At the Mullacott Cross roundabout take the right hand exit towards Woolacombe and continue along this road for approximately 3 miles following signs into the village. Proceed down the hill towards the village and turn right along the Esplanade opposite the Red Barn. Continue along the Esplanade for just over 100 metres where the entrance to Hartland House will be found on the right hand side..