3 bed detached house for sale

Greenacre Close, Northam, Bideford, Devon EX39

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 £331,750 based on an average saving of 33%.

Market Value Price: £495,000

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 £495,000, please contact the estate agent Webbers.
Property description

*new home for 2025* An immaculately presented, three bedroom, detached home in Northam with a substantial rear garden and wonderful coastal views - Ready to move straight in! EPC D

Number 11 Greenacre Close is a stunning three-bedroom detached house positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac with a garage and a generous plot boasting fine elevated coast and countryside views towards Appledore. With the North Devon coastal path at the end of Windmill Lane the property sits on the outskirts of Northam Village and is perfectly positioned close to outstanding beaches including Westward Ho! And Instow.

Having undergone a complete scheme of modernisation throughout by our vendor clients, this completely finished home now comes to the market with a new kitchen, bathrooms and a complete re-decoration throughout and is ready for anyone to move straight in. Ideal for downsizers or families alike the size of the garden is a particular delight making this also an ideal home for any green fingered garden enthusiast.

Upon entry a part glazed door leads into the entrance hall which welcomes you into this bright and airy home with doors to all principal rooms. A set of stairs rise to the first floor with handy storage cupboard located underneath.

The open plan living and dining area is a particularly warm and cosy space which provides fine far reaching views from the rear window with a multi fuel burning fireplace providing a charming focal point, as well an external door which leads directly onto the sun terrace which overlooks the impressive rear garden.

The modern, sleek kitchen offers far-reaching views and comprises of an array of matching cupboards and drawers, a breakfast bar with stools, and space for a double width cooker, plumbing for a washing machine, gas cooker and space for a fridge / freezer. There is also a door which gives access to the rear garden.

A third bedroom / extra reception room is positioned to the right of the hall and a sumptuous bathroom is located straight ahead. The bathroom has an incredible roll top standalone bath as well as modern and Victorian styled flooring, W.C and wash hand basin. There is also a storage cupboard. On the first-floor landing both bedrooms are positioned either side and a both large double rooms. Both feature large dormer windows to the front and also skylights with eaves storage to the rear. Finally, a shower room serves both upper level bedrooms comprising of a close coupled WC with built in wash hand basin and a separate shower cubicle with shower over

Ascending to the first floor landing both bedrooms are positioned either side and a both large double rooms. Both feature large dormer windows to the front and also skylights with eaves storage to the rear.

To the front of the house is an attached garage with remote operated garage door, off road parking in front for two vehicles and an attractive front garden mainly laid to lawn. The rear garden has a real wow factor and has to be the standout feature of this home. Extending to over 100ft the rear is also mainly laid to lawn with a vegetable growing area and timber shed.

This garden also includes an impressive raised sun terrace which spans the breath of the home and provides a brilliant space in the summer for barbecues as well as observing the incredible sun rises and sunsets over Lundy Island in the distance. A brick store is also positioned underneath the terrace which is currently utilised as a garden storage room.

Tenure - Freehold

Services - All Mains Connected

Council tax - D

EPC - Currently E but we are awaiting a new one following the improvements made on the property
Ground floor


Entrance Hall

Living Room 15'8" x 12' (4.78m x 3.66m).

Dining Area 12' x 7'9" (3.66m x 2.36m).

Kitchen 13'3" x 10'8" (4.04m x 3.25m).

Bedroom Three/ Office 10'8" x 10'2" (3.25m x 3.1m).
First floor


Landing

Bedroom One 15'8" x 13'8" (4.78m x 4.17m).

Bedroom Two 15'8" x 13'1" (4.78m x 4m).

Shower Room
Outside


Garage 19'4" x 8'6" (5.9m x 2.6m).

Below Terrace Brick Store

Timber Shed

tenure Freehold

services All mains connected

council tax Band D
EPC D


Estimated Rental Income Based on these details, our Lettings & Property Management Department suggest an achievable gross monthly rental income of ?1100 - ?1200 subject to any necessary works and legal requirements (correct at January 2025). This is a guide only and should not be relied upon for mortgage or finance purposes. Rental values can change and a formal valuation will be required to provide a precise market appraisal. Purchasers should be aware that any property let out must currently achieve a minimum band E on the EPC rating. The Government intend to increase this to a band C from 31/12/2025. Please refer to your solicitors as the legal position may change at any time.

The property is conveniently close to the centre of Northam village where there are amenities including a post office/store, a hairdressers, a pharmacy, a doctors and dentist practice, a restaurant, pubs and a church.

The ancient port and market town of Bideford is under 2 miles away and straddles the river Torridge. The town centre provides a pleasing blend of facilities with national supermarkets, banks and shops as well as independent retailers, cafes and the Pannier Market selling local produce. A few minutes away is the picture postcard fishing village at Appledore and the popular resort of Westward Ho! With its fine sandy surfing beach backed by the famous Pebble Ridge.

From Bideford, access is gained to the North Devon Link Road (A39&A361) which provides a fast route to Barnstaple the regional centre for North Devon about 9 miles away. From there the road continues to the M5 motorway at junction 27 (Tiverton) a further 29 miles away and there also is the Tiverton Parkway main line railway station (London Paddington 2 hour's approx) Exeter the Cathedral city and county town with its international airport is about 50 miles away.

The North Devon region appeals to those with a sense of the great outdoors with its glorious sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde Bay, Saunton and Westward Ho! And the more rugged coastline westward towards Cornwall. For golfers there are a variety of facilities but most notably the Royal North Devon Club at Westward Ho! Reputably the oldest club in England playing on the original course and the two Championship Links Courses at Saunton. Sailing is available on the coastal waters with Instow on the banks of the Torridge being home to the North Devon Yacht Club. The south west coastal path is accessed at the end of Limers Lane and the Tarka Trail, part of the national cycle network, can be accessed close-by.

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.