2 bed bungalow for sale

Kenwith Castle Gardens, Abbotsham, Bideford EX39

Presenting an exceptional opportunity to purchase an immaculate semi-detached retirement bungalow nestled within the picturesque setting of Kenwith Castle's expansive 30-acre grounds, featuring a tranquil lake, sprawling parkland and meticulously landscaped gardens. Reserved exclusively for those aged 65 and over, properties in this esteemed development rarely become available, given the peaceful location and delightful views.

Boasting 2 double Bedrooms (including 1 En-suite), a generously proportioned Lounge, a bright and inviting Kitchen / Diner which was updated approximately 12 months ago. A designated parking space is conveniently situated nearby.

Residents can attend events held by Kenwith Castle care home as well as use the facilities available there, such as the on-site bar (open on a Friday evening). Furthermore, residents can take advantage of the beautiful surroundings, including the well-stocked, 6-acre carp lake which offers great opportunities for walking and even a spot of fishing. The newly opened Pavilion café, managed by Care South, is a delightful place to socialise and meet friends and includes a small shop where you can buy essential products.

Abbotsham is a delightful village central to some lovely swathes of Devonshire countryside. A major bonus for walkers is the South-West Coast Path that is located close by. The more athletic buyers can enjoy a beautiful stroll to Westward Ho! Or Buck Mills and Clovelly. The rugged and breathtaking Greencliffs is where a seam of very rare type of coal emerges from the earth. Bideford Black as it’s called, is only found in this region and you can find pieces of it strewn along the rocks. Take some home to use as charcoal!

Abbotsham itself enjoys a good pub, a convenience store / post office, primary school, church and village hall that can be used for community events. Take a visit to the restaurant Pig On The Hill close by for a good feed all year round. Yet, you’ll never be short of places to eat and drink with Appledore, Westward Ho! And Bideford on your doorstep with their cornucopia of restaurants and pubs. For youngsters there’s the famous fun park The Big Sheep, that’s so popular with kids far and wide. For grownups there’s a brewery and regular farm shows. It’s an ideal day out within easy walking distance for any visitors who turn up to see you in the warmer months.

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.

Directions
From Bideford Quay proceed to the A39 Heywood Road roundabout and take the first exit left towards Bude. After roughly half a mile, upon reaching the traffic lights, turn right onto the B3236 towards Abbotsham / Westward Ho! After 300 yards, turn left and then take the second left hand turning into the main entrance of Kenwith Castle Gardens. Follow the road past the main building and you will see the bungalows in front of you with a car park. Walk up to the top row of properties where number 3 will be located on your left hand side.

External Entrance Porch

External sensor light, gas meter and electrical consumer unit. Door to Entrance Hall. Lockable door to Buggy Store.

Buggy Store

Wall mounted coat hooks.

Entrance Hall

A light, airy and spacious Entrance Hall. Built-in useful storage cupboard. Vinyl flooring, coved ceiling, telephone point, wall mounted thermostat, smoke alarm. Hatch access to loft space. Internal door to Buggy Store.

Lounge (15' 11" x 13' 9")

A light and spacious room with window to front elevation. Electric fire in an attractive surround providing a charming focal point. Useful built-in storage cupboard. Telephone point, TV point, fitted carpet, coved ceiling, wall mounted thermostat. Door to Kitchen / Diner.

Kitchen / Diner (14' 9" x 12' 9")

Installed approximately 12 months ago and boasting a comprehensive range of modern units incorporating dark blue base units and contrasting light coloured wall cabinets. Inset 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink unit, light granite effect worktop surfaces and extensive tiled splashbacking. Built-in 4-ring electric hob with illuminated stainless steel extractor canopy over. Built-in eye level microwave and electric oven. Feature bay window incorporating French doors leading onto the rear garden. Newly fitted flooring.

Bedroom 1 (15' 0" x 10' 0")

A fantastic size Master Bedroom with plentiful space for furniture. Built-in wardrobe with mirror-fronted sliding door. Fitted carpet, coved ceiling, TV point, telephone point, wall mounted thermostat. New ceiling light and fan. Window to rear elevation. Door to En-suite.

En-Suite Bathroom

Pedestal hand wash basin with mixer tap and wall mounted mirror above, close couple push button flush WC and bath with overhead shower, mixer tap and tiled surround. Extractor fan, electric heated towel rail. Newly fitted flooring. Window to rear elevation.

Bedroom 2 (10' 0" x 10' 0")

Window to front elevation. Newly fitted carpet, coved ceiling, TV point, telephone point, wall mounted thermostat. Built-in storage cupboard.

Wet Room

Wall mounted hand wash basin with mixer tap and wall mounted mirror above, wall mounted rain shower and close couple push button flush WC. Electric heated towel rail. Built-in utility cupboard with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer and housing the gas fired central heating and domestic hot water boiler (installed approximately 24 months ago). This room is disability friendly.

Outside

Located nearby to the bungalow is an allocated parking space.

There is a large paved patio that is accessed via the French doors in the Kitchen / Diner.

The development is complemented by 60 acres of grounds to include a lake, parkland and landscaped gardens which can be freely enjoyed.

Important Information

Balance of a new 999 year lease commenced in 2024.
There is a monthly Service Charge of £308 to include maintenance of the grounds, use of the Service Centre and a personal alarm.

The property is available for sale to purchasers aged 65 years and over. As long as one of the purchasers are 65 years and over, the other can be younger than 65 years.

This property has underfloor heating throughout.
Purchasers are required to insure their own bungalow.
When the property is sold, the vendor pays 1.8% commission of the sale price to Care South.