2-bedroom flat · EX34 7BT
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Situated in a prime location and enjoying fantastic views from its elevated position, this first floor apartment sits within just 6 apartments developed in 2006 from a former hotel and enjoys fantastic sea and countryside views.
The generous 15' x 9' south facing balcony is a great place to sit and soak up the sunshine whilst looking out over the village, bay and out to the Atlantic Ocean & Lundy Island.
The outlook to Challacombe Hill also provides lovely views of the ever changing countryside.
The open plan and well equipped kitchen, dining, and living room are designed to be open and bright, creating an inviting ambiance for entertaining and relaxing.
The two bedrooms, one of which features an en-suite shower, are of a generous size and are positioned to the rear of the apartment.
A family bathroom, storage cupboard and useful loft access complete the accommodation. To the front of the property there is parking for one vehicle together with a purpose built bin store.
To the rear of the property there are a further 3 visitors parking spaces, ensuring convenience for residents and guests.
Here there is also purpose built storage with one surfboard storage area allocated per apartment.
Driftwood is within easy reach of the beautiful 3 miles of sandy beach from Woolacombe to Putsborough, village amenities and nearby attractions.
There is easy access to the South West coast paths and the many beautiful walks around the National Trust ground within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Driftwood apartment sits in a prime location for coastal living. NB The property enjoys an elevated position with sea and countryside views.
Planning permission has been granted for 21 dwellings on the field opposite. We have included two architect site plans within the photographs to show the location and elevation of this planning.
Full details can be viewed on the North Devon Planning Website - Please note: Some photos are taken with a wide angled lens to show the full extent of the rooms Location The North Devon coastline has been designated a World Surfing Reserve, joining iconic destinations such as Malibu and Santa Cruz in California, and Manly and Australia's Gold Coast, placing the area firmly among the world's premier surfing locations.
The award-winning Woolacombe Beach is widely recognised as one of the finest beaches in the UK.
Situated on the North Devon coast between Croyde and Ilfracombe, its spectacular three-mile stretch of golden sand is popular with surfers and families alike, offering a classic seaside experience.
One visit here and it is easy to see why.
Not only is the coastline stunning and a true surfer's paradise, but the area also enjoys easy access to National Trust land, with scenic coastal walks and renowned surfing beaches including Putsborough, Croyde and Saunton all within easy reach.
The village of Woolacombe offers an appealing selection of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants, and is ideally positioned for exploring the surrounding coast and countryside - from the wild beauty of Exmoor National Park, to the natural wonders of Lundy Island, and the charming nearby villages of Mortehoe and Croyde.
Golf enthusiasts are well catered for, with a 9-hole course at Mortehoe, 18-hole courses at Ilfracombe, and the championship links courses at Saunton, located approximately twenty minutes away by car.
The regional centre of Barnstaple provides a wide range of high street names and independent boutiques, along with a leisure centre, indoor tennis facilities, a branch line railway station and a regional hospital.
The A361 offers convenient access to the M5 at Tiverton.
Distances to Locations Wooalcombe beach 0.5 miles Croyde 5.4 miles Putsborough 5.0 miles Saunton 6.8 miles Braunton 6.5 miles Barnstaple 11.6 miles Directions To Find At the Mullacott Cross roundabout take the road sign posted Woolacombe and travel along this road for approximately two and a half miles.
Continue down the road towards the village and Headlands will be found on the right hand side.
What3words: golden.primary.shall Services Gas central heating Mains electricity, water and drainage Council Tax Band: C (North Devon District Council) Tenure: Leasehold (999 years) Service Charge: £750 per year Date of Lease : 26.09.2006 Term : 999 years from 1.1.2006
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