First Raleigh,, Bideford, EX39

A detached 2 bed bungalow with a large tiered south facing rear garden and impressive open views over looking the Kenwith Valley nature reserve and Bideford town. A large cellar area allows for potential development increasing the number of bedrooms or creating more living space. The bungalow is located in a private road within the popular residential area of Raleigh, being an easy and relatively level walk to the centre of Town.

Occupying a particularly fine position on the south side of First Raleigh with spectacular views over Kenwith Valley Nature Reserve and beyond to the town and open countryside.

The Raleigh area is on the fringe of Bideford Town just over half a mile from the shopping centre and quayside but actually within the village boundaries of Northam which is approx. 1 mile away.

Being pleasantly set between the two and on hand for the local amenities and wide choice of shops, schools and recreational facilities. The seaside resort of Westward Ho! with its long sandy beach and adjoining Championship Golf Course is just 2 miles distant and there is easy access to the North Devon Link Road allowing direct communication to North Devon's principal town of Barnstaple (10 miles) and the M5 Motorway connection north of Tiverton approx 45 miles.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: C.

SERVICES: All mains services. Gas fired central heating. uPVC double glazed windows.

DIRECTIONS TO FIND: From Bideford Quay proceed as towards Northam passing Morrisons Supermarket on your right continue on for a short distance taking the second left turning, just prior to Rydon Garage. Once in Northam Road take the first right turning and then veer left into First Raleigh and the property will be found a toward sthe top of the hill on your left hand side with For Sale board and name displayed.

ACCOMMODATION (all measurements are approximate)

ENTRANCE HALL: Shelved airing cupboard, radiator and fitted carpet.

LOUNGE: 4.65m x 3.65m (15' 3" x 12') Tiled fireplace with inset coal effect gas fire, radiator and fitted carpet with fantastic south facing views over Bideford and the Kenwith Valley nature reserve. Open arch to:

DINING ROOM: 2.82m x 2.28m (9' 3" x 7' 5") Radiator, fitted carpet and fantastic south facing views over Bideford and the Kenwith Valley nature reserve.

KITCHEN: 3.75m x 2.28m MAX (12' 3" x 7' 5" ) Working surface incorporating stainless steel sink unit with tiled splash back, 4 ring electric hob, eye level double oven and an extractor fan. Fitted cupboards and drawers with matching wall units and a large shelved pantry cupboard. Fitted carpet.

UTILITY LEAN TO: 2.38m x 1.79m (7' 9" x 5' 10" ) Working surface with plumbing underneath for washing machine and wall mounted cupboards above. uPVC double glazed door to the front of the property and a single glazed sliding door into the rear garden.

BEDROOM 1: 3.66m x 3.24 MAX (12' x 10' 7") Radiator, fitted carpet and fantastic south facing views over Bideford and the Kenwith Valley nature reserve. EN SUITE: Wash basin with tiled splash back, low level dual flush WC, vinyl flooring and an extractor fan.

BEDROOM 2: 3.64m x 3.21m MAX (11' 11" x 10' 6") Radiator, fitted carpet and south facing views over Bideford and the nature reserve.

SHOWER ROOM: Wash basin, low level dual flush WC and a fully tiled shower cubicle. Dimplex wall heater, extractor fan, radiator, extensively tiled walls and vinyl flooring. Hatch to loft space.

CELLAR/STORAGE: 7.56m x 2.63m MAX (24' 9" x 8' 7") Accessed from the outside patio area. Power and light, storage cupboards, cold water tap – occasional garden/storage room.

GARDEN: Just off the First Raleigh road is a parking area for 2/3 cars with steps down to the shared pedestrian walkway leading to the property. The bungalow is accessed via a small gate with a frontage having a cold water tap and a greenhouse attached to the side of the property. The south facing tiered REAR GARDEN has 2/3 levels with a meandering pathway creating a more useable space with lawns, seating areas, flower beds with attractive shrubs and trees. At the bottom of the garden is a large sloping lawn with steps taking you to the GARAGE: 5.14m X 2.54m (16' 10" x 8' 3") with a parking area in front. This is accessed via an unmade private lane which runs parallel to First Raleigh.

AGENTS NOTE: First Raleigh is a private road and the Residents have created a voluntary association to take care of its maintenance and presently contribute approx £100 per annum.