Hartland, Bideford
- Land size
- 2 acres
- Bedrooms
- 12
- Bathrooms
- 11
Key Features
- Substantial Commercial Property
- Circa 16th Century
- Set Within Grounds of Approximately 2 acres
- 9 Letting Bedrooms
- 3 Bedroomed Owners Accommodation
- Gym and Spa
- Potential Redevelopment (sub to PP)
- Highly Popular Area
- Inspection Advised!
Description
A substantial unlisted detached 16th Century property currently trading as a successful public house/hotel and set within grounds of approximately 2 acres. Conveniently located adjacent to the A39, the main arterial route connecting North Devon and North Cornwall.
The West Country Inn comprises a substantial unlisted detached 16th Century property, full of charm and character, set within grounds of approximately 2 acres within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the Devon and Cornwall border, amongst the areas undulating countryside, and North Devon's rugged coastline. Currently trading as a successful public house/hotel, the property sits adjacent to the A39, the main arterial route connecting North Devon and North Cornwall. The selling agents advise that subject to the necessary planning consents, the property and grounds could be redeveloped to provide multiple residential/holiday dwellings, or other alternative uses.
Briefly the accommodation provides the public areas of main bar, lounge/games bar, restaurant, overflow restaurant, and a carvery/function suite, which can accommodate a skittle alley. To the first Floor are 9 en-suite letting rooms. In a separate building is a gym and spa, with 3 bedroomed owners accommodation over.
Set approximately a mile from the Devon/Cornwall border, the towns of Bude, set on the North Cornish Coastline, and Bideford, a working port set on the banks of the River Torridge, both have extensive facilities including shops, schooling etc. The village of Hartland is approximately 4 miles away with local amenities of shops, post office, medical centre and primary school. Barnstaple, North Devon's Regional Centre is approximately 40 minutes driving distance away on the A39, and houses the areas main shopping, business and commercial venues.
9 Lettings Bedrooms With En-Suites -
Main Bar -
Lounge -
Restaurant -
Function Room -
Kitchen And Facilities -
3 Bedroomed Owners Accommodation -
Gym And Spa Room -
The West Country Inn is set within grounds of approximately 2 acres, which includes a large carpark, enclosed areas of garden/lawn which are currently utilised for outdoor dining/beer garden for the restaurant and bar. There are 2 grassy paddocks, which are currently being used for camping purposes, but could be suitable for equestrian/small holding, if so required.
AGENTS NOTE - The business has primarily been run by the current owner since 2003, and operates throughout the year. There is potential to expand the business by diversification into other income streams. Further details of turnover/profitability are available from the agents, once a potential buyer has inspected the premises.
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Market Value Analysis
Based on properties with houses in South West England (1+ acres).
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Phillips, Smith & Dunn, Bideford
64-65 Mill Street, Bideford, EX39 2JT
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