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£475,000

Poundstock, Bude, EX23

Key Features

  • Matters reserved planning permission granted for a pair of detached properties
  • Just 5 miles from the coastal town of Bude with excellent transport links into Cornwall or North Devon
  • Ideal opportunity to create a Grand Designs style home
  • Excellent development opportunity with far reaching countryside and sea views
  • Water, Electric and Drainage in close proximity

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of generously sized building plots for two homes or to develop one large "Grand Designs" style property. Located in the rural parish of Poundstock, Cornwall the site comprises planning for two generous 4 bedroom homes in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The site boasts fantastic views over the rolling countryside and out towards the Atlantic Ocean.

The site is located just a short drive from the popular Cornish, coastal town of Bude, renowned for its beaches, surf, and vibrant community. The plot benefits from full planning permission for a pair of 4 bedroom, detached, reverse living properties both boasting sea views and west facing terraces.

Subject to the necessary planning consents, this plot presents an ideal opportunity for a developer to construct two high standard home in a highly sought after area.

This accessible site it sure to generate interest and with strong projected GDV’s, it will appeal to a number of developers.

PLANNING

Planning permission was granted by Cornwall County Council under cover of application number PA24/08841 dated 10th January 2025. Approved building of 2 no. detached houses.

A copy of the permission and associated drawing can be viewed on the Cornwall County Council website at cornwall.gov.uk.

THE SITE

The development site has excellent access off the A39 with water, electric and drainage all presumed to be in close proximity. The site is gently sloping to the west and features established boundaries on three side.

PROPOSED ACCOMMODATION

The approved scheme provides for a pair of four-bedroom, four ensuite reverse living dwelling’s, the master and the guest bedrooms both with feature dressing rooms, and are complete with offices, and a large, open-plan kitchen/dining room/living room on the first floor to benefit from the west facing views down to the coast and access onto the balcony.

The development site is currently mixed use with the residential gardens immediately adjoining the properties with parking provisions to the front. The rear of the plots is designated as agricultural however this may be possible to change to gardens (stpp)

AGENTS NOTE

There is a small area of the site that has a uplift clause on and lasts until October 2026. This does not apply to where the current properties are situated.

DEVELOPER CHARGES

The development will be subject to a Community Infrastructure Levy, payable in respect of this site. The existing floorspace will be taken into consideration during calculation of the chargeable amount. Buyers must satisfy themselves prior to purchase with regards to any potential charges due.

PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN

The proposed floor plans are for identification purposes only.

LAND PLAN

The land plan displayed is for indicative purposes only and should not be relied upon as a depiction of precise boundaries.

SERVICES

Prospective purchasers must verify availability for any mains services required and the costs of connection of such services for themselves.

WHAT3WORDS LOCATION

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TENURE

Freehold.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Kivells, their clients, and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements, or distances are approximate. The text, photographs, and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation, or other consents, and Kivells have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.


EPC Rating: D

Disclaimer

Kivells, their clients and any joint agents give notice that they are not authorised to make or give representations or warranties in relation to the property. No responsibility is accepted for any statement within these particulars, which do not form part of any offer or contract. Areas, measurements and boundaries are approximate. Text, photographs, CGI’s and plans are for guidance only. It should not be assumed the property has all necessary planning or building consents, and Kivells have not tested any services or equipment. The property is sold subject to all matters in the Property and Charges Register, including rights of way and easements. Purchasers are deemed to know all boundaries. Nothing herein constitutes financial advice; seek your own. Use of Mortgage Genies SW Ltd. will result in a £250 + VAT referral fee to Kivells. Kivells retains copyright to all particulars and media.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-09-18

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1 Gbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Jacobstow Community Academy2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    85
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Marhamchurch CofE Academy2.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    128
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Whitstone Primary School3.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    103
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Bude Primary Academy - Infants4.3 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 7
    Pupils
    126
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Bude Primary Academy - Juniors4.3 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    230
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

Secondary

  • Budehaven Community School4.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,145
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Holsworthy Community College8.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    551
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Sir James Smith's School12 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    588
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Launceston College13 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,205
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Atlantic Academy17 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    242
    Type
    Free schools

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar - Whitstone, Whitstone3.9 miles
Lidl Bude, Bude4.2 miles
Morrisons Bude, Bude4.3 miles

GP surgery

Neetside Surgery4.3 miles

Pharmacy

Boots4.3 miles

Hospital

Stratton Hospital4.6 miles

Walking trail

South West Coast Path1.1 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)22 miles

Nearest bus stop

Chapel201 metres

Typical drive times

Bude9 min · 5.1 miles
Stratton8 min · 5.2 miles
Camelford17 min · 12 miles
Holsworthy19 min · 13 miles
Truro (city)1 hr 4 min · 47 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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