3 bed detached bungalow for sale

Osborne Road, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34

Over 60s can secure this property with a Home For Life from Homewise

Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those aged 60 or over can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.

Over-60s customers typically save between from 20% To 50%*.

Home for Life Plan guide price for Over-60s The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £147,500 based on an average saving of 33%.

Market Value Price: £220,000

The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future.

For an indication of what you could save, please use our calculator on the Homewise website.

Please call for more information or a personalised quote

Please note: Homewise do not own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.

It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.

If you are not over 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £220,000, please contact the estate agent Webbers.
Property description

Bathos is a truly unique and highly versatile property situated in the heart of Ilfracombe. Offering spacious living accommodation, exceptional garaging, and workshop facilities, this property presents a rare opportunity for those seeking a home with serious potential, business space, or hobby/workshop areas. While the property would benefit from general updating, it offers endless possibilities to make it your own.

The ground floor is a real highlight of the property and provides a remarkable amount of space and flexibility. There is a cinema/entertainment room with an electronic projector screen, accessed either via the internal lift or a separate ground-floor entrance, complete with a sink and worktop ? Ideal as a games room, studio, or office. From here, doors open into a large garage with an electric roller door, leading through to a substantial garage/workshop area with two additional rooms and a WC. This extensive lower level offers huge scope for a variety of uses ? Perfect for anyone needing space for a business, classic cars, storage, or creative pursuits. It could also be adapted into additional accommodation (subject to any necessary permissions).

The main living accommodation is located on the first floor and includes a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area fitted with an integrated stainless-steel double sink and drainer, five-ring gas hob, and double oven, with space and plumbing for a washing machine, dishwasher, and fridge. There is a porch, WC, and a cupboard housing a lift providing access to the ground floor.

The bright lounge opens into a sun room at the front of the property, which enjoys lovely town and sea views and provides access to a small balcony. A fully tiled wet room includes a shower, basin, and toilet, and there are three bedrooms in total, along with an airing cupboard for storage.

To the rear of the property, there is a patio area with additional storage which could be a great office area. Bathos offers a rare combination of central Ilfracombe living and substantial ground-floor workspace. With its outstanding potential, generous proportions, and sea views, it?s an ideal opportunity for buyers looking for something truly different.

The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Suitable as a retirement home.