Fore Street, Buckfastleigh

2 Bedroom Maisonette with commercial unit below - Garden - In need of some modernisation - Grade II listed - Town centre location - Chain Free - Council tax band B - Commercial EPC C - Residential EPC F

LOCATION
Buckfastleigh is a small market town situated beside the A38 Devon Expressway, providing a direct link to the cities of Plymouth and Exeter as well as the M5, which makes it a great location for commuters. The town itself has a Primary school, Health centre, Co-Operative store, along with a variety of cafes, shops, and pubs.

The town offers a wide range of tourist attractions, such as an open-air swimming pool, the historic Buckfast Abbey and grounds, Pennywell Farm, the Butterfly and Otter sanctuary and the South Devon Railway.

The Norman town of Totnes is approximately 7 miles away providing a wide range of amenities and shops, including a mainline railway station getting to London Paddington in approximately 3 hours.


DESCRIPTION
51 Fore Street has fantastic potential. This Grade II listed building comprises of a ground floor commercial unit, with 2-bedroom self-contained maisonette above. The commercial unit has previously been run as barber shop, however, could accommodate a range of small business uses.

The front section of the commercial unit is a good size and has running water and power. It is flooded with light from the large window looking out to Fore Street. To the rear of the unit there is an additional workspace or possibly storage area compete with built in cupboards. There is also the original baker`s oven which is a wonderful historical feature.

At the rear of the commercial space there is a back door, giving access to a private passageway and external steps leading up the maisonette living accommodation; however, the maisonette can also be accessed separately from the shop, via an alleyway door which opens out onto Fore Street.

the 2-bedroom maisonette benefits from a tucked away private position and benefits from a good-sized garden space, along with two small outhouses, one of which houses a toilet and has plumbing.

On entering there is a bright open plan kitchen diner. The kitchen is a good size and has low level cupboards with space for fridge freezer, cooker and washing machine. This room also enjoys pleasant views out to the garden and across to the hillside beyond.

The living space is well proportioned and enjoys views over the rooftops of Fore Street. It offers plenty of space for a range of lounge and freestanding furniture. Adjacent to the living room there is also a small study.

The family shower room is accessed via the living room and currently comprises of a white suite with shower cubicle.

On the first floor are two light and spacious double bedrooms, finished to a neutral décor.

The property requires some modernisation but offers fantastic potential for someone looking to create both a business and a home, all within the town centre of Buckfastleigh. It would also be a great investment opportunity.



TENURE
Freehold

SERVICES
Mains electricity, mains water and drainage

COUNCIL TAX BAND
B

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Teignbridge District Council

COMMERCIAL EPC RATING
C

RESIDENTIAL EPC RATING
F



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