Channel School, Bicclescombe Gardens, Ilfracombe, Devon

LOCATION
Ilfracombe has long been established as a thriving seaside resort, thanks to its sandy beach, wide range of accommodation and amenities. In recent years it has attracted a more diverse crowd too, including those who come to visit its Michelin-starred restaurant and see artist Damien Hirst’s installation ‘Verity’ that dominates the otherwise traditional harbour. Ilfracombe’s resident population of over 11,000 makes it one of North Devon’s larger towns, and there are solid plans for ongoing development including an additional 1,500k houses and possible marina. Good road and bus services connect Ilfracombe to Barnstaple (12 miles), Woolacombe (6 miles), Combe Martin (5 miles), Croyde (9 miles), Braunton (7 miles), Bideford (22 miles) and South Molton (24 miles).

THE SITUATION
The property is in an elevated position overlooking Bicclescombe Park and is accessed from its own private driveway at the entrance to the park. Within the park are gardens, walks, play area, tennis courts, duck pond and café with working water wheel. The property enjoys its own private access gate onto the park, with the Town Centre being a 15 minute walk away.

THE PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION
Being a substantial detached premises, the property was originally utilised as nurses’ accommodation for the close by hospital (which has since converted to a care home more recently). Again, more recently the property has been used as a language school for international students for the last 35 years, 20 years of which having been in our client’s ownership. The main building is of two storey brick construction under a pitched tiled roof, with a latter single storey extension to the side which provides reception and office space. Extending to over 3,000 sq.ft (279 sq.m) the main building is currently configured as 8 classrooms, common room, reception, 3 x offices, kitchen and 2 sets of toilet facilities. There are two further outbuildings providing additional space, of 938 sq.ft (82 sq.m), including 2 x classroom (with sliding dividing wall) as well as former garage which is utilised as storage, shower facilities and staff space. The property benefits from central heating throughout the main building as well as routine maintenance having been undertaken which is evident within the well maintained property. Externally there is car parking for approximately 12 vehicles, including mini buses, a number of decked seating areas and BBQ space as well as a level area of land where planning consent was previously obtained for a detached building of 732 sq,ft (60 sq.m) which was to be used as canteen and kitchen. This consent could be reapplied for for alternative uses such as more classroom space, bedrooms etc. Alternatively other uses might be considered such as retreat venue, single or multiple dwellings etc. As well as having its own outside space the property sits above Bicclescombe Park and has its own private entrance into the park, providing plenty more outside space and amenities, ideal for educational and retreat uses as well as private residence. The property has been used as a British Council accredited English language school for international students.

THE PROPOSAL
Our clients are inviting offers for the Freehold interest, although rental propositions will be considered.

THE INVENTORY
Currently fitted for educational purposes, which could be available by separate negotiation.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Please contact the agents for a copy of the Energy Performance Certificate and Recommendation Report.

THE ACCOMMODATION (comprises)

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance lobby leading to hallway with quarry tiled floor

RECEPTION OFFICE
Reception desk, carpet, strip lighting, radiator heating

OFFICE
Carpet, strip lighting, radiator heating

CONSERVATORY OFFICE
Glazed roof, blinds, radiator heating, rear entrance

AGENTS NOTE
Each classroom has flooring, lighting, radiator heating

CLASSROOM 1
205 sq.ft (19 sq.m )

CLASSROOM 4
270 sq.ft (25 sq.m ) Accessed via rear door

CLASSROOM 5
200 sq.ft (19 sq.m )

CLASSROOM 6
178 sq.ft (17 sq.m )

COMMON ROOM
223 sq.ft (21 sq.m )

STAFF TOILET

LADIES TOILET

STAFF KITCHEN

FIRST FLOOR

CLASSROOM 7
250 sq.ft (23 sq.m )

CLASSROOM 8
214 sq.ft (20 sq.m ) with adjoining CLASSROOM 9 235 sq.ft (22 sq.m )

CLASSROOM 10
196 sq.ft (18 sq.m )

CLASSROOM 11
133 sq.ft (12 sq.m )



GENTS TOILETS

OFFICE

EXTERNAL CLASSROOM

CLASSROOM 13 265 sq.ft (25 sq.m) with sliding diving wall to CLASSROOM 14 220 sq.ft (20 sq.m)

OUTDOOR CENTRE

Currently configured as storage, shower facilities and staff space, totalling 650 sq.ft (60 sq.m)

OUTSIDE
The property is situated within its own grounds and is accessed via a private driveway at the entrance to Bicclescombe Park. There is parking for approximately 12 vehicles, including mini buses, with a number of decked seating areas and a level parcel of land which currently houses a marquee. There is a private gated pedestrian entrance onto Bicclescombe Park.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
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VIEWING
By strict appointment through the selling Agents, JD Commercial, 42 Ridgeway Drive, Bideford, North Devon. EX39 1TW
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