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Spindrift is an exceptional detached bungalow of individual design, presented to an immaculate standard throughout. Offering spacious and versatile single-storey accommodation, the property benefits from PVC double glazing and oil-fired central heating, making it ideally suited as either a comfortable family home or a superb retirement residence.
Occupying level gardens and grounds extending to approximately half an acre, this fine home enjoys a delightful rural setting while remaining highly accessible. Opportunities to acquire a bungalow of this quality, size, and location are rare, and an early internal inspection is strongly recommended to fully appreciate all that this impressive property has to offer.
The accommodation briefly comprises a recessed entrance porch leading into a warm and welcoming reception hall, with a cloakroom conveniently positioned off. The dual-aspect living room is bright and airy, benefitting from large windows that overlook the attractive gardens, whilst a wood-burning stove provides a cosy focal point.
The generously proportioned kitchen/dining room is well equipped with an extensive range of modern units complemented by marble work surfaces, integrated appliances, and ample space for a large dining table, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen is a useful utility room with space for laundry appliances and an airing cupboard.
There are four spacious bedrooms, including a superb principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a well-appointed en-suite shower room. An inner hallway leads to the beautifully presented family bathroom, fitted with a modern three-piece suite.
Approached via a five-bar wooden entrance gate and cattle grid, the property benefits from a generous gravelled driveway providing ample parking and turning space. This leads to a detached single garage measuring approximately 17’5″ x 11’8″, equipped with an electrically operated door, power, lighting, and a personal side access door.
The mature, landscaped gardens enjoy a high degree of privacy and are predominantly level. A paved patio adjoins the bungalow, creating an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation. Beyond are extensive lawns interspersed with an attractive variety of shrubs, bushes, and mature trees, providing a colourful and tranquil setting throughout the seasons.
To the side of the property, substantial double wooden gates provide access to a further garden area incorporating a workshop measuring approximately 12’10” x 9’6″, together with a garden store measuring approximately 9’6″ x 6’4″. Additional features include a wood store, external water tap, oil-fired boiler, and oil storage tank.
In total, the grounds extend to approximately half an acre, providing an outstanding setting for this beautifully maintained and highly desirable home.
Entrance Porch and Hall
Cloakroom
Lounge
7.01m x 3.76m (23′ x 12’4″)
Kitchen/Diner
6.83m max x 4.11m max (22’5″ max x 13’6″ max)
Utility
2.69m x 2.24m (8’10” x 7’4″)
Master Bedroom
3.96m x 3.96m minimum (13′ x 13′ minimum)
En- Suite
Bedroom 2
3.84m x 3.00m (12’7″ x 9’10”)
Bedroom 3
3.00m x 2.84m minimum (9’10” x 9’4″ minimum)
Bedroom 4
3.00m x 2.90m (9’10” x 9’6″)
Inner Hall
Family Bathroom
2.67m x 1.78m (8’9″ x 5’10”)
High Bullen is a charming rural hamlet set amidst the rolling countryside of North Devon. Benefiting from a local garage and excellent road links, the village enjoys a convenient yet peaceful location, providing easy access to the nearby towns of Great Torrington, Bideford, and Barnstaple.
Great Torrington, situated approximately 2.5 miles away, is a thriving market town offering an excellent range of everyday amenities, including a bank, traditional butcher, bakeries, Post Office, greengrocer, public houses, petrol station, supermarkets, and a Marks & Spencer Food Hall. The town is also home to the highly regarded Plough Arts Centre, a vibrant cultural venue incorporating a theatre, cinema, art gallery, and a varied programme of community events.
The town caters well for families, with a choice of primary and secondary schools, together with a range of leisure facilities, including a popular nine-hole golf course. Nearby attractions include the award-winning RHS Garden Rosemoor and the renowned Tarka Trail, which follows a former railway line and offers miles of scenic walking and cycling routes through some of North Devon’s most picturesque landscapes.
Surrounded on three sides by the historic Torrington Commons, Great Torrington benefits from an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, providing exceptional opportunities for outdoor recreation and enjoying the surrounding countryside.
Bideford, approximately 7 miles away, is a historic port town situated on the banks of the River Torridge. The town offers a comprehensive range of shopping, educational, and recreational facilities, together with attractive quayside walks and a strong sense of community.
Barnstaple, the regional centre of North Devon, lies approximately 10.5 miles away and provides an extensive array of retail, commercial, business, and leisure amenities. Situated at the confluence of the Rivers Taw and Yeo, Barnstaple serves as the principal hub for the region.
The spectacular North Devon coastline is also within easy reach, renowned for its dramatic cliffs, picturesque fishing villages, and award-winning sandy beaches. As such, Spindrift enjoys an enviable position from which to experience the very best of both countryside and coastal living.
