Westward Ho, Bideford

ABOUT THE LIFESTYLE THIS PROPERTY OFFERS

This house affords plenty of options when it comes to lifestyle. The size and versatility of the house could suit family life or provide a space for couples with hobbies that require spare rooms. On the Ground Floor is a small Annexe comprising of a Bedroom / Living Room with its own shower, Kitchenette and garden area. This space could be an income generator if let out and could surely hugely lighten the load of any potential mortgage.

ABOUT 54 ATLANTIC WAY

GROUND FLOOR

A large Entrance Porch with space for coats and shoes opens to a highly impressive Entrance Hall which has wonderful period features such as a wooden floor and an attractive arch and wooden stairs to the First Floor. There is a large wooden storage cupboard in the Entrance Hall that has previously housed the washing machine and tumble dryer and are equipped to do so again if required. Two wonderful Living Rooms flank each side of the Entrance Hall and both have bay windows overlooking the property front towards the sea beyond. The ceiling height in these rooms adds to the sense of space and both rooms are beautifully presented in a vintage artistic style. Wooden floorboards run throughout and period features abound which include picture rails, fireplaces and corniced ceilings. Light floods both rooms and there is a particularly homely feel about the space. The Kitchen is a charming room with plenty of space for preparing food and storing pots and pans. It, again, (truncated)

FIRST FLOOR

Heading upstairs, there is a wonderful period window that stretches to a great height. There is access to a Cloakroom and steps lead up to a wide open Landing that has plenty of room to be a reading area or display area. There is a hatch to the loft. Branching off from this are the 4 main Bedrooms as well as a spacious and attractive Bathroom that has a roll top bath, and tucked away in the corner is the gas fired combination boiler. The 2 Bedrooms to the front of the house have dramatic sea views, feature fireplaces, and a true abundance of natural light. The 2 Bedrooms to the rear of the house are of an impressive size and, again, have feature fireplaces and look out via sash windows over the charming woodland behind.

OUTSIDE

The Grove is approached by a wooden gate giving access from Atlantic Way. Steps lead up to the property branching off in 2 directions. In 1 direction, a brick-paved pathway leads across the front of the house to the front door. There is space out here to sit and relax and it has to be said that The Grove has tremendous kerb appeal. The other way leads to a further wooden gate where a gravel pathway will lead you along the side of the house, passing a chicken hutch, a wonderful private seating area and a large storage shed along the way. As you near the house you’ll see a fish pond and leading down one side of the house are 2 further seating areas which, again, have a great degree of privacy and provide wonderful spots to sit out and relax and have a morning tea and coffee. A pathway leads around behind the house to the courtyard garden which belongs to the Annexe. It provides a quiet space for the occupant of the Annexe of the house to sit and relax.

WHAT THE CURRENT OWNERS SAY ABOUT THE HOUSE

Number 54 has provided a great home in which to bring up their sons. They feel the location has had a very positive influence on their son’s lives keeping them out of trouble and fostering an interest in nature and surfing. You can look out the window to check the surf. The privacy of the house and gardens provides a great escape from the world especially in the summertime when the area can become busy with visitors. They also love all the original period features that remain in place.

WHAT ARE THE OWNER’S PLANS?

They are looking to downsize in the local area.

ABOUT THE AREA

This house has great sea views and Westward Ho! village and the beach are just a short walk away.

OTHER USEFUL POINTS

The house was built somewhere around 1863. There is on-street parking to the front of the house and, subject to planning, there may be scope to build a Garage. The boiler is 3 years old and is serviced regularly.