Northam, Bideford

Enjoying a prime position in the heart of Northam on the sought after Fore Street, this charming 2 Bedroom cottage, fitted with newly laid carpets, is ideally placed being just a short stroll from a wide range of local amenities including a supermarket, pub, takeaways, doctors and dentist. The property exudes warmth and character, is flooded with natural light throughout and is thoughtfully laid out for modern living.

A pretty front garden with metal railings and steps leads to a welcoming Entrance Porch which opens into a spacious Living / Dining Room, complete with a wood burning stove set into a stone chimneybreast and handy built-in alcove cupboards. There’s also a large understairs cupboard and rear garden access. The contemporary Kitchen offers stylish cabinetry, a built-in oven and hob with extractor, and comes with a fridge / freezer and washing machine included. A door leads to a smart ground floor Shower Room with a shower enclosure, wash hand basin and macerator WC.

Upstairs, 2 generous Bedrooms await – the Main Bedroom enjoys views over the village library and surrounding trees, with a charming stone fireplace and built-in storage, while the second Bedroom overlooks the garden. The landing provides access to the loft.

Outside, the east-facing rear garden is fully enclosed and low-maintenance, featuring stone chippings and a substantial garden shed.

Perfect as a first time home or cosy residence for a couple, this delightful property is sure to attract early interest.

Northam is a small village, lying north of Bideford and south of Westward Ho! There are many country walks around the village and the outlying areas, including the popular Northam Burrows, Appledore Quay and the nearby Westward Ho! Beach.

Local amenities include a supermarket with post office, newsagents and take-aways. There’s also a primary school, a health & dental centre and a number of churches in the area. Northam also has an excellent public swimming pool and gym too. You’ll never be short of places to eat and drink with Appledore, Westward Ho! and Abbotsham on your doorstep with their cornucopia of restaurants and pubs. Being a coastal village, seafood is high on the menu, fresh from the morning’s catch, so be sure to patronise your local fishmonger, if that’s your thing. Golf enthusiasts will also have cause to celebrate because there’s a great championship course on the outskirts of Westward Ho! Westward Ho! is also very popular with surfers and body boarders, with many places to get lessons and hire kit for the beginner.

It’s within short driving distance of the Atlantic Highway (A39) that is the main feeder route across the region leading to Wadebridge in Cornwall to the south-west and to the M5 by Tiverton in the east. A bus service provides access to North Devon’s ‘capital’, Barnstaple. Bus users can also reach Westward Ho!, Bideford, Braunton, Appledore, Croyde and Ilfracombe.

Northam’s local area is teeming with activity whether community groups are your thing or you prefer the outdoor life, there’s something to occupy just about everybody all year around.

Directions
From Bideford Quay proceed in the direction of Northam and take the right hand turning in the direction of Northam Square. The property will be found on your right hand side with a For Sale notice clearly displayed.