Detached Bungalow With Planning Consent For 4 Bed, 3 Bath New Build - Available via Auction 30th July 2025
Unique Opportunity to acquire detached bungalow, with Planning Permission via Auction 30th July 2025
The property comes with full planning consent, granted in May 2023 and valid until May 2026, to demolish and replace the current home with a contemporary reverse-level four-bedroom, three-bathroom house with balconies designed to maximise the exceptional coastal views. This is a rare opportunity in a prime location just a stone’s throw from the beach and close to all village amenities.
As a Bungalow, Holmleigh, enjoys stunning sea views and is ideally located just a short, level walk from the heart of Westward Ho!, the beach, and Northam Burrows. Tucked away off Golf Links Road behind private gates, the property offers generous off-road parking and spacious, flexible accommodation throughout. Inside, a bright lounge and additional reception room overlook the front, while a large dining room and conservatory face the rear garden, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. The modern kitchen includes ample storage and leads to a utility/boot room and an extra rear-facing reception space. The ground floor also benefits from a useful shower room.
Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms with elevated views, including one with a built-in shower and panoramic outlooks over the coastline. A separate WC is located off the landing. Outside, the low-maintenance rear garden features two Astro-Turfed areas, enclosed and bordered by mature shrubs and flowers.
This property is just a short stroll from both the heart of the village and the stunning sandy beach. Westward Ho!—named after the famous novel by Charles Kingsley—is a distinctive seaside village on the North Devon coast. Known for its sweeping, two-mile stretch of golden sand backed by the iconic pebble ridge, the beach consistently earns Blue Flag status, making it a favourite for families, surfers, and holidaymakers alike.
The village offers a charming mix of local shops, convenience stores, cafés, pubs, and restaurants. It is also home to the renowned Royal North Devon Golf Club. With its scenic coastal paths, breathtaking views, and lively seaside atmosphere, Westward Ho! stands out as one of North Devon’s premier coastal destinations. Nearby, the picturesque villages of Appledore—with its deep maritime heritage—and Instow, a much-loved tourist spot, further enhance the area’s appeal.
Just a short drive away, the historic port town of Bideford offers a broader range of amenities including independent shops, bistros, banks, a post office, secondary schools, and supermarkets. From Bideford, the A39 provides easy access to Barnstaple, where you’ll find extensive high street shopping and the Tarka Line train service to Exeter. The A39 also connects to the A361, leading to Tiverton and a direct rail link to London Paddington. Head west from Bideford and you’ll reach Bude, a popular gateway to the scenic North Cornwall coast.
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