Summary - 86 SLADE ROAD ILFRACOMBE EX34 8LT
2 bed 1 bath Cottage
Cosy two-bed cottage backing onto trails and nature reserve for outdoor lovers.
- Sits directly onto the Tarka Trail and Cairn Nature Reserve
- Private front garden and tiered rear garden with countryside views
- Character features: exposed stone walls, vertical sash windows, log burner
- Compact two-bedroom layout; total approx 556 sq ft
- Mains gas boiler and radiators; double glazing (install date unknown)
- High flood risk — impacts insurance and long-term maintenance
- Granite walls likely uninsulated; may need insulation/upgrades
- Freehold, low council tax, excellent mobile and fast broadband
Set on the edge of Ilfracombe and backing onto the Tarka Trail and Cairn Nature Reserve, this two-bedroom terraced cottage pairs countryside views with easy access to coastal amenities. The home’s exposed granite walls, original vertical sash windows and a working log burner give immediate character and cosy appeal. A private front garden and a tiered rear garden rise to reveal increasingly better views — ideal for a buyer who values outdoor space and nature walks on the doorstep.
Internally the layout is traditional and compact: living room with stone wall and fireplace, modest kitchen with space for appliances, two first-floor bedrooms and a partially tiled bathroom. The property is double glazed and heated by a mains-gas boiler and radiators; there is also the log burner for supplemental heat and atmosphere. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, and council tax is low — practical benefits for everyday living or a holiday base.
Important practical points are straightforward: the cottage is small and constructed before 1900 with granite walls that are assumed to lack insulation, so heating costs and comfort may be affected. The property sits in a high flood-risk area, which is a material factor for insurance and future maintenance. There may also be scope to improve and personalise the gardens and interior, making this a good purchase for a buyer willing to undertake modest updating or sympathetic renovation.
This freehold cottage suits a first-time buyer or couple seeking an affordable, characterful home near trails, nature and North Devon’s coastline. Views, garden potential and location are the main attractions; buyers should factor flood risk and possible upgrading of wall insulation and finishes into their plans.
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