Unique Mixed-Use Home & Workshop with Planning for 3 Units – Prime Bideford Spot. Extant planning (Ref: 1/1001/2004/COU)

A rare opportunity in Bideford – this former builder’s workshop and offices is now arranged as a 3 Bedroom, 3 Reception Room house with an impressive 1,500+ sq. ft Garage/Workshop and extant planning permission to create 3 residential units above 6 lock-up garages.

The current accommodation offers flexibility with multiple Reception Rooms, 3 Bedrooms (Master En-Suite) and a Family Bathroom, alongside an adjoining substantial Garage/Workshop with power, light and water. Externally there is large enclosed forecourt parking, an enclosed side garden and 6 secure lock-up garages – all vacant on completion.

With extant consent (Ref: 1/1001/2004/COU) to convert into 3 self-contained homes, each with allocated garaging, this property provides a ready-made development project. Equally, it suits buyers seeking a home with extensive workshop/garage space on one site – ideal for those running their own business from home.

Set within walking distance of Bideford Town Centre, the Quay, Victoria Park, local schools and everyday amenities together with supermarkets, riverside walks and bus services close by. The sandy beach and golf course at Westward Ho! are just 3 miles away, and the A39 gives easy links to Barnstaple and the M5.

Accommodation Summary

Ground Floor Entrance Hall – uPVC double glazed front door, fitted carpet, stairs to first floor. Dining Room – 12'1" x 10'6" (3.68m x 3.20m), understairs store, front and side windows. Kitchen – 13'11" x 9'4" (4.24m x 2.84m), fitted units, 7-burner range cooker, integrated appliances. Lounge – 15'3" x 14'2" (4.65m x 4.32m), glazed door to further accommodation. Reception Room 3 – approx. 16' x 13'5" (4.88m x 4.09m max), with uPVC window and door to side garden, connecting door to garage/workshop. Ground Floor Bedroom 1 – 16'11"max x 14'7"max(5.16m x 4.44m), dual aspect with En-Suite Wet Room *'4 x 5'5 First Floor Landing – with linen cupboards. Bedroom 1 – 15'10" x 14'2" (4.83m x 4.32m max), dual aspect. Bedroom 2 – 14' x 9'1" (4.27m x 2.77m). Bathroom – 9'6" x 7'2" (2.90m x 2.18m), fitted suite with bath, wash basin and WC. Adjoining Garage/Workshop Over 1,500 sq ft (140 sq m+), with power, light and water. Two sets of double sliding doors, electric roller door and pedestrian door entrance, and six skylights. External Front forecourt fully fenced with parking for multiple vehicles. Side garden approx. 65' (19.81m) long by 10'–12' (3.05m–3.66m). 6 vacant lock-up garages beneath the property with rear access.

Agents Note – History

The property was originally built in the 1960s as a builder’s workshop and offices. In the early 1980s, consents were granted for use as a motor vehicle repair/preparation premises and later as a Funeral Parlour. In 1991, consent was granted to convert the offices into a dwelling. In 2000, part of the workshop/garage was granted consent for use as additional living accommodation. In 2004 (application no. 1/1001/2004/COU), planning consent was granted to convert the building into 3 residential units with garaging beneath. As the works were partially commenced, this consent is now deemed extant.

Agents Note – Planning Consent

Planning permission (Ref: 1/1001/2004/COU) has been granted and deemed extant for the conversion of the property to create three self-contained residential units, each with allocated parking and garaging. Proposed Conversions: Unit 1 – Existing two-storey house with entrance hall, 2 receptions, kitchen, 2 first floor bedrooms and bathroom. GIA approx. 100 sq m (1,076 sq ft). Includes forecourt parking, rear lock-up garage and section of garden. Unit 2 – Single-storey middle unit with hall, kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom, plus garden access. GIA approx. 107 sq m (1,151 sq ft). Includes forecourt parking and rear lock-up garage. Unit 3 – Single-storey unit above the garages with entrance hall, kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom. GIA approx. 88 sq m (947 sq ft). Includes forecourt parking and rear lock-up garage. Full details are available from Torridge District Council’s planning portal or on request from the selling agents.