Type: Commercial

North Road, Bideford

North Road, Bideford

A SUBSTANTIAL MIXED USE PROPERTY – Residential and Commercial usage with development possibilities located within the town centre! To the ground floor is a self contained retail shop unit with extensive frontage and shuttered windows, whilst to the first floor is a mainly double glazed 1 bedroomed apartment with its own independent entrance. Although ideally suited for an owner/occupier, both floors could be rented out to generate a useful income for a landlord. The seller advises that the first floor accommodation has been used in conjunction with the business use, with some new flooring laid, and the current furnishings available by separate negotiation if so required. The premises are offered to the market vacant with no onward sales chain – your early inspection is advised to avoid disappointment!!

Briefly the commercial accommodation (EPC shows total 43 sq metres) currently comprises of 2 interconnecting areas (current planning designated is class E) with toilet and kitchen facilities, whilst to the first floor is the residential accommodation (EPC shows total 37 sq metres) currently providing of entrance, living room, dining area, kitchen, bedroom and shower room. Above the apartment is an extensive loft space with a window which, subject to planning permission, could be converted to provide additional accommodation. Additionally, in consultation with the planning department of Torridge District Council, who may advise that planning consent to convert may not be necessary, the whole property could be fully changed to residential use.

The property has no outside space. Restricted on road parking is available in the vicinity.

Ground Floor – Room 1

4.88m maximum x 4.32m maximum (16′ maximum x 14’2″

Ground Floor – Room 2

5.28m x 2.67m (17’4″ x 8’9″)

Ground Floor – Kitchen

Ground Floor – WC

Ground Floor- Entrance to First Floor

First Floor – Living Room

4.57m maximum x 3.12m (15′ maximum x 10’3″)

First Floor – Kitchen

3.05m x 2.18m (10′ x 7’2″)

First Floor – Bedroom

4.67m x 2.74m (15’4″ x 9′)

First Floor – Shower Room

Bideford is a popular town and a working port, located on the banks of the River Torridge, and houses a good selection of amenities including a range of shops, schooling for all ages, and leisure amenities. The Tarka Trail, a popular walking and cycling route passes through the town and provides stunning views of the river and countryside. The A39/Atlantic Highway provides easy access to Barnstaple, North Devons Regional Centre, housing the areas main shopping, business and commercial venues.

AGENTS NOTE: Small Business Rates Relief may be available on the commercial part of this property. Please contact Torridge District Council for further advice.

Hartland, Bideford

Hartland, Bideford

The West Country Inn comprises a substantial unlisted detached 16th Century property, full of charm and character, set within grounds of approximately 2 acres within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the Devon and Cornwall border, amongst the areas undulating countryside, and North Devon’s rugged coastline. Currently trading as a successful public house/hotel, the property sits adjacent to the A39, the main arterial route connecting North Devon and North Cornwall. The selling agents advise that subject to the necessary planning consents, the property and grounds could be redeveloped to provide multiple residential/holiday dwellings, or other alternative uses.

Briefly the accommodation provides the public areas of main bar, lounge/games bar, restaurant, overflow restaurant, and a carvery/function suite, which can accommodate a skittle alley. To the first Floor are 9 en-suite letting rooms. In a separate building is a gym and spa, with 3 bedroomed owners accommodation over.

Set approximately a mile from the Devon/Cornwall border, the towns of Bude, set on the North Cornish Coastline, and Bideford, a working port set on the banks of the River Torridge, both have extensive facilities including shops, schooling etc. The village of Hartland is approximately 4 miles away with local amenities of shops, post office, medical centre and primary school. Barnstaple, North Devon’s Regional Centre is approximately 40 minutes driving distance away on the A39, and houses the areas main shopping, business and commercial venues.

9 Lettings Bedrooms with en-suites

Main Bar

Lounge

Restaurant

Function Room

Kitchen and Facilities

3 Bedroomed Owners Accommodation

Gym and Spa Room

The West Country Inn is set within grounds of approximately 2 acres, which includes a large carpark, enclosed areas of garden/lawn which are currently utilised for outdoor dining/beer garden for the restaurant and bar. There are 2 grassy paddocks, which are currently being used for camping purposes, but could be suitable for equestrian/small holding, if so required.

AGENTS NOTE – The business has primarily been run by the current owner since 2003, and operates throughout the year. There is potential to expand the business by diversification into other income streams. Further details of turnover/profitability are available from the agents, once a potential buyer has inspected the premises.