Bideford, Devon

Bank Foyer (Studio Room)

This impressive room accessed through ornate French doors was once the bank's main foyer, and welcomes visitors with its high ceilings and light flooding in from the street above. One of the standout features of this room is the moulded-concrete parquet-imitation flooring, which was popular in art-deco design, providing a glimpse into the innovations being made in 20th century material science and design.

The Vault (Store Room 1)

This room was once the vault, evident from the iron bars dividing the room. Now provides an ideal storage room for the current owner. This whole area of the ground floor, including the downstairs shower room, is of an industrial chic design, reflecting an interesting duality between what was the public facing foyer and the utilitarian back-rooms.

The Boardroom (Lounge)

This room, once the boardroom for WCBS and still displaying that signage on the door, now forms an opulent living area for the current owner. Its rounded walls give an "oval-office" feel to the room, which is still teeming with original character features such as the art-deco velum lampshades that've been carefully restored. All original windows allow light to flood the room, and provide views over the rooftops to the North Devon countryside.

Secretary's Office (Kitchen)

What was the secretary's office has been converted to a large, well-equipped kitchen. Thanks to a previous owner, the cupboards and counters are all exceptionally crafted with reclaimed wood, creating a fascinating and reassuringly sustainable space to cook and dine. Like the boardroom, this room is naturally well lit from the large, charming original windows along the building's South side.

The Master Suite

A living area fit for a King. Or a bank director. Or an eccentric bachelor. Or a couple together to appreciate the luxurious and unparalleled prestige of this historic property. At the highest floor of 1 Grenville Street, it’s a master-class in open plan design.

Viewing Stipulations

We expect this property to gather significant attention due to its individualism - so with consideration for the current owner we wish to make prospective viewers aware of the following stipulations: - Applicants must be in a proceedable position to view - Viewing parties of no more than two people - You must remain with the agent at all times (We expect this viewing any properties with us) - No children - No pets Out of respect for the current owner and their property, we reserve the continuous obligation to summarily end or cancel any viewings if these requests aren't adhered to.

Agents Note

This building is listed under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended for its special architectural or historic interest.

FYI

1. Ground Floor Guest room with Luxury En-Suite A well-appointed guest space located on the ground floor, featuring a high-spec walk-in shower and deluxe instant-heated flooring — ideal for visiting family or friends. 2. Unique “POD” room/storage space A quirky and creative space originally designed by the artist former owner — perfect as a useful nook (accessed via ladder), or equally useful as a compact storage or studio area. 3. Former Bank Vault – Now Office/Utility Space Previously a bank vault, this secure room now serves as versatile office or storage space, complete with fridge, washing machine, and tea/coffee facilities for added convenience.