Bideford, Devon · EX39

Abbotsham

£230,000For saleLeasehold

Guide price

Agent's summary

"NO ONWARD CHAIN - POPULAR RETIREMENT ESTATE"
A spacious and well-presented two-bedroom corner plot semi-detached retirement bungalow for the over 65's, set within the superb landscaped grounds of Kenwith Castle Retirement Home in Abbotsham featuring spacious lounge, open plan kitchen / dining room and separate wet room/shower room.
EPC C

Beds2
Baths2
Receptions1
TypeBungalow
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Welcome to Number 8, Kenwith Castle Gardens
A well-presented bungalow located within the popular Kenwith Castle retirement complex, surrounded by stunning landscaped gardens and offering access to excellent communal facilities.

Situated on a generous corner plot near the top of the development, this charming home enjoys a private setting. Although there is a car park for residents to park their car in additional parking is adjacent to the property for ease of unloading.

As you enter through the central hallway, you are welcomed into a bright and spacious layout with doors leading to all principal rooms. There are multiple storage cupboards throughout, including a dedicated buggy store — ideal for those with mobility vehicles.

There is an inviting living area with ample room for furniture, a central feature fireplace, and a large front-facing window that floods the room with natural light.

A further door leads through into the kitchen / diner which is well equipped with a range of eye-level and base units, integrated electric oven and hob, and space for freestanding appliances. There is also room for a dining table, with French doors opening onto the rear garden space.

The property features two good sized double bedrooms which overlook the rear of the property. The master bedroom is a generous double room with fitted wardrobes, space for freestanding furniture, and an en-suite bathroom featuring WC, hand basin, and a bath with shower over. The second bedroom is a well proportioned double room overlooking the front of the property

To complete the bungalow a central wet room / shower room can be found with further wash basin and WC. This room also features a useful storage room where freestanding washing appliances can be fitted.

AGENTS NOTE:
The property is leasehold with the balance of a 999-year lease. The freeholder is Care South who provide a managed retirement community. The service charge for the development, which includes maintenance of all the common areas, gardens, grounds and facilities as well as up to 1 ¼ hours of weekly care, is currently £3,703.67 per annum for the annual charging period 1st July 2025 – 30th June 2026. This can be paid in monthly instalments if required. Purchasers must meet qualifying age (65+) and care criteria. The freeholder has first refusal on resale and a 3% fee applies on any future open market sale. Pets are allowed but are subject to written consent. Further details and information available upon request.

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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode EX39 5BE · residential premises

Getting about

8.2 miles

to Barnstaple Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
4.6 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
2.6 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline

Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.

Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km area

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