Chope Road, Southlea, Northam, Bideford, Devon, EX39

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An exclusive new homes development in the private grounds of one of Northam’s most distinctive period residences, Fairlea House brings together the ease of modern living with the charm, character and sense of place that only a heritage setting can provide.

Set within the grounds of an impressive Grade II listed detached residence, this carefully considered development offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a brand-new, energy-efficient home in a location with real presence. The first phase comprises just five newly built 3 bedroom terraced and end terraced homes, now complete and ready for occupation. Designed for modern day ease, comfort and low maintenance living, these homes will appeal to a wide range of buyers, from first time purchasers and young families to downsizers, retirees and investors looking for a smart, future-facing property in a highly desirable North Devon setting.

Fairlea House itself forms a magnificent backdrop to the development. Formerly a care home, this characterful gentleman’s residence is being thoughtfully restored, refurbished and converted to create nine spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments in the next phase of the scheme. With its handsome elevations, period detailing and established grounds, the original house gives the development a sense of maturity and distinction that sets it apart from a conventional new build site.

The five houses released in Phase 1 have been created with practical, comfortable and stylish living in mind. The accommodation amounts to approximately 90m² (969ft²) and each home features a bright and spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area, providing a welcoming heart to the home. It is a layout made for everyday life: relaxed breakfasts before the school run, informal suppers with friends, quiet evenings in front of the television and easy weekends with the doors open to the garden.

To the rear, double doors lead directly onto generous, mainly level enclosed gardens, creating a natural indoor-outdoor connection and giving each property valuable private outside space. The kitchens are fitted with stylish contemporary units and built-in appliances, while a ground floor cloakroom adds everyday convenience.

Upstairs, each home offers three well-proportioned bedrooms and a smart family bathroom, finished with modern tiling and contemporary fittings. Outside, each property benefits from two allocated parking spaces, along with its own enclosed garden.

With an EPC rating of B, the homes are designed to offer greater energy efficiency than many older properties, helping to support lower running costs and making them well suited to buyers seeking a more efficient, manageable and future-conscious home. They may also be attractive to purchasers exploring green mortgage options, subject to individual lender criteria.

The setting is equally compelling. Chope Road places the development within easy reach of Northam’s everyday amenities, while also being close to some of North Devon’s most loved coastal and countryside destinations. Northam itself is a popular and well-established community, valued for its local facilities, heritage, open spaces and proximity to the coast. Independent shops, convenience stores, pubs, takeaways and everyday services are all accessible nearby, while Bideford provides a wider choice of supermarkets, retail outlets, restaurants, cafés, schooling and leisure facilities.

For healthcare, Northam Surgery is located within the town, with Bideford Medical Centre and Bideford Community Hospital also serving the wider local area. Families are well catered for with nearby primary schools and Bideford College offering secondary and sixth form education.

For those who love the outdoors, the location is exceptional. Westward Ho! is within easy reach, with its long sandy beach, famous pebble ridge, seafront cafés, surf, sea air and spectacular sunsets. Northam Burrows Country Park offers acres of open coastal landscape, wildlife-rich grassland, dunes and estuary views, forming part of North Devon’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The historic fishing village of Appledore, with its quayside, galleries, pubs and maritime charm, is also close by, while Instow, Bideford and the wider Torridge estuary offer further places to walk, eat, explore and unwind.

The Tarka Trail provides excellent opportunities for walking and cycling, linking Bideford with Barnstaple, Instow and beyond, while the surrounding coast and countryside make this an ideal base for those who enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. Further afield, Exmoor National Park, the dramatic North Devon coastline and the beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are all part of the wider lifestyle appeal of this beautiful region.

For travel and commuting, Bideford is close at hand and the A39 Atlantic Highway provides convenient road links along the North Devon coast and towards Barnstaple, where onward connections are available. This makes Fairlea House a strong choice for those wanting a quieter residential setting without feeling disconnected from work, services or leisure.

Fairlea House is not simply a collection of new homes. It is a small, thoughtfully planned development with character, history and a genuine sense of setting. For buyers seeking a newly built, energy-efficient and easy-to-maintain home, with private parking, good gardens and the coast close by, Phase 1 at Fairlea House offers a rare opportunity to move straight into a home that feels both practical and special.
From Webbers Bideford office in Mill Street, proceed onto Bideford Quay and follow the A386 towards Northam, Appledore and Westward Ho! Continue past Morrisons and proceed up Kingsley Road to the Heywood Road roundabout. Continue towards Northam, passing the Durrant House Hotel on your right, before turning left into Chope Road. At the end of Chope Road, where Chope Road becomes Daddon Hill turn right into South Lea. Follow along Southlea to the end of the road which the entrance to the Fairlea House development will be found.