LOCATION
A361 / Link Road 3 miles, Barnstaple Town Centre 5 miles, Bideford Town Centre 5 miles
THE SITUATION
The property is situated on the Estuary side of the village of Yelland, with the main road through the village being the B3233 which connects Bideford and Barnstaple. Being centrally located between both of these Towns the property is ideally situated for holiday makers and commercial travellers alike, as well as being a central location for those visiting family in North Devon. Running adjacent to the site is the Tarka Trail which forms part of the South West foot and cycle path as well as RSPB Nature Reserve Isley Marsh.
THE PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION
The site has been developed by our clients who originally sited 2 lodges on the site and extended this to two further years in more recent years. In total there are 4 lodges, sleeping a total of 22 guests. Each lodge is well maintained and well presented with modern kitchens and bathrooms as well as double glazing and gas central heating. Each lodge has its own decked area with hot tub, alfresco dining set, BBQ and private garden each with its own dog gate. Within the 1.4 acre site is a 32 panel solar array which is used to heat the hot tubs during daylight hours, thus making the operating costs as efficient as they can. There is a laundry on site as well as the site providing access to the Tarka Trail by way of a short level walk.
THE PROPOSAL
Our clients are inviting offers for the Freehold interest.
THE BUSINESS
The business is operated by a husband and wife partnership with three part time member of staff currently employed undertaking cleaning work. Since the business was established figures have shown considerable growth even in recent years with 2024 and 2025 turnover being £148,000 and £151,000 respectively with the latter year providing a net profit of circa £94,000. Our clients market the business via their website tours are also available via the website.
THE STOCK
Any current stock to be purchased at valuation upon completion.
THE INVENTORY
The property is sold with a detailed inventory of trade fixtures, fittings and equipment.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Please contact the agents for a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate and Recommendation Report.
THE ACCOMMODATION (comprises)
APPLE LODGE
4 Bedrooms, sleeps 8
CHERRY LODGE
3 Bedrooms, sleeps 6
BLACKBERRY LODGE
2 Bedrooms, sleeps 4
DAMSON LODGE
2 Bedrooms, sleeps 4
OUTSIDE
The total site size is 1.4 with gravelled parking areas for each lodge, gravelled pathways with grass, established trees, shrubs, fauna and hedges surrounding the site. Each lodge has its own fenced decked area with hot tub, alfresco dining and dog gate to it owns private garden area.
Commercial Funding
Having been in the trade for many years we have established good connections in the finance sector. Our association with these Banks and Commercial Brokers mean that we are able to offer you introductions to competitive finance packages, for a new purchase or refinance purposes alike. Whether it is initial advice on your likely purchase level or if you are at the point of making an offer, you will often be able to achieve preferential rates, possibly saving you thousands of pounds. Please call for more information.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
JD Commercial for themselves, and for the Vendors of this property whose Agents they are, give notice that:
1. The Particulars are set out in general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Prospective purchasers should seek their own professional advice.
2. All descriptions, dimensions and areas, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchaser should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them.
3. No person in the employment of JD Commercial has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of JD Commercial, nor into any contract on behalf of the Vendors.
4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by any intending purchaser in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.
PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1993
1. All measurements are approximate.
2. While we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact JD Commercial and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. We do our utmost to comply with this Act in full. However we are also trying to represent our clients’ properties in their high possible light, as such we may use summer photographs to promote some properties.
VIEWING
By strict appointment through the joint sole selling Agents, JD Commercial, 42 Ridgeway Drive, Bideford, North Devon. EX39 1TW
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