Kenwith Castle Gardens, Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon, EX39

A smartly presented and thoughtfully planned two bedroom mid terrace bungalow with countryside views, on a development for the over 65’s. Set within the beautiful landscaped grounds, extending to some 40 acres, of Kenwith Castle Nursing/Retirement Home.

Situated on the outskirts of Bideford between Northam and Abbotsham, number 9 Kenwith Castle Gardens is built within the grounds of the Kenwith Castle and is surrounded by splendid grounds with a lake. It is located very much within the heart of the countryside yet is within 3 miles of Bideford, which has shops and amenities catering for everyday needs. The coast at Westward Ho! with its famous blue flag beach, Northam Burrows, and the Royal North Devon Golf Club, are also close at hand.

With independent living in mind, this bungalow was built to a high specification to ensure low running costs and ease of maintenance. It is well presented with neutral paintwork and carpeting. The property benefits from under floor heating with each room having its own thermostat, fully double glazed windows and doors as well as a comprehensive security and emergency call alarm system, as well as an allocated parking space and further visitors parking.

DIRECTIONS: From Bideford Quay, proceed to the A39 Heywood Road roundabout and take the first exit towards Bude. After a mile turn right onto the B3236 towards Abbotsham and Westward Ho! After 300 yards turn left and left into the main entrance into Kenwith Castle Gardens. Follow the road past the main buildings and you will see the bungalows in front of you. Park in the car park on the left and follow the signs to No 9.

SERVICES: All Mains services connected

TENURE: Leasehold – 125 years from 1 January 2007. Current monthly service fee of £242.90pcm which includes the maintenance of the grounds and insurance.

COUNCIL TAX: Band B

ACCOMMODATION:
The accommodation briefly comprises: - (for measurements see floor plan):

ENTRANCE PORCH

Entrance door to:

HALL: Door giving access a deep storage cupboard, power for charging a motorised buggy, if required.

SHOWER/WET ROOM: Shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, heated towel rail, shaver point, utility cupboard housing boiler serving underfloor heating and hot water, plumbing and space for washing machine.

MASTER BEDROOM: 4.63m x 3.16m With built in wardrobes, door to:

EN SUITE BATHROOM: With heated towel rail, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with mixer tap over, low level WC, shaver point.

BEDROOM TWO: 3.58m x 3.16m With built in cupboard/wardrobe.

SITTING/DINING ROOM: 6.50m x 5.63m max Central feature electric fire, French doors from dining area opening to the patio, sliding doors to:

KITCHEN: 2.80m x 2.69m Benefiting from an extensive range of modern kitchen units incorporating a built-in single electric oven and combi microwave, halogen electric hob with extractor over, 1.5 bowl sink unit, of floor and eye level cupboards, space for fridge freezer.

OUTSIDE: There is an ornamental front garden, whilst to the rear there is a small garden with patio. There is pedestrian and electric buggy access and it is possible to drive right up to the bungalow for loading/unloading/deliveries. There is also allocated parking space nearby and designated visitors car parking. There are beautiful walks to enjoy throughout the grounds and around the lake, with benches and places to sit, to enjoy the open countryside views.