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**open house - Saturday 14th March - 1pm - 3pm - By Appointment Only!** Tucked away in one of Barnstaple’s most practical and well-connected neighbourhoods, yet within easy reach of shops, schools, the North Devon Link Road and the town centre itself, this two double bedroom semi-detached house is offered with no onward chain.
Ready for immediate occupation, it’s clean, tidy and functional — but for a buyer with a bit of vision, it offers the opportunity for some cosmetic updating that can genuinely add value over time.
The ground floor works well, with a bright kitchen diner that opens directly onto the rear patio garden via French doors.
With some thoughtful updating, this could become a really strong heart-of-the-home space. The rear garden is ideal for summer evenings, or simply letting the light flood in.
Fully enclosed, it’s ideal for pets. The separate lounge is a generous size and currently provides a comfortable living area, yet it remains a genuine blank canvas.
An opportunity to add your personal touch to refreshed décor, perhaps with some built-in under stairs storage — small changes here would make a noticeable difference.
Upstairs you’ll find two well proportioned double bedrooms. The main bedroom benefits from built-in cupboards/wardrobes, helping maximise floor space.
A modern family bathroom completes the first floor. The rear garden is a sunny, low-maintenance patio and gravelled beds set up — manageable, private and practical.
The patio area is very spacious and could accommodate a full size outdoor furniture suite or dining table. Perhaps a newly built barbecue and pizza oven?
To the front, a neat mainly gravelled frontage sits alongside a large driveway with parking for two vehicles, leading to a single garage with rear access into the garden — useful for storage, hobbies or even future adaptation (subject to any necessary consents).
Who This Will Suit • First-time couples wanting something solid they can improve gradually • Second-time young family movers trading up from a flat/apartment • Any buyer who understand that adding value often starts with buying well • Investors looking for a straightforward, rentable home in a proven location Finer details - A 2 bedroom semi detached house - Single garage & off road parking - Enclosed rear patio garden - Double glazing and gas central heating - Mains water, gas and electricity - Ultrafast broadband available, mobile coverage good - Council Tax Band B - If you’re looking for a house you can move into now, improve over time, and genuinely make your own, this deserves your attention.
Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent, Nic Chbat, of Match Property Estate agents (Part of the Match Property Group).
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About 8, Hawthorn Road, Barnstaple
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