- Perfect for families and investors +
- Brimming with character features +
- Jaw dropping sea views +
- Spacious and elegant living accommodation +
- 5 generous bedrooms +
- Charming garden enjoying sea views +
- Dont miss out on this fantastic oppurtunity +
Presenting an outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial five-bedroom terraced home on the highly sought-after Castle Terrace, offering some of the finest sea views in Ilfracombe.
Bursting with character and original period features, this property represents a rare chance for buyers seeking a renovation project with exceptional potential. Whether you’re an investor or a family looking to create your dream coastal home, this residence provides the perfect canvas.
The accommodation is spacious and versatile, with three generous reception rooms that retain classic details such as fireplaces, large sash-style windows, and high ceilings that fill the home with natural light. The main living room takes full advantage of the panoramic sea views, creating a serene space to relax and unwind.
The kitchen, complete with built-in pantries and direct access to the rear garden, offers fantastic scope for reconfiguration and modernisation—ideal for those envisioning open-plan living or a stylish kitchen-diner with outdoor flow.
Upstairs, there are five well-proportioned bedrooms, including four doubles and a single bedroom. The principal bedroom enjoys stunning sea views across the coastline, while the family bathroom includes useful built-in storage and a wet room setup.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden provides a peaceful retreat, perfect for gardening, family time, or simply taking in the sea air.
With its unrivalled location, period charm, and scope to add significant value, this property is a truly exciting prospect. Once modernised, it has all the makings of a spectacular coastal home.
Ilfracombe is an historic Victorian seaside resort and provides shopping facilities as well as other amenities such as Banks, Library, Post Office, Schools and Cinema etc. There are a number of attractions within walking distance including Damien Hirst's now famous Verity statue situated on the Harbour, the award-winning Ilfracombe Aquarium, the unique Tunnels Beaches and many more. You will find numerous events and festivals throughout the year, many based on the quayside at the historic harbour and at the prestigious Landmark Theatre on the seafront. There are many fine and award winning beaches close by, from secluded coves to the wide stretches of golden sand with crashing surf. For a unique beach experience visit 'The Tunnels' in Ilfracombe, holders of a blue flag and seaside award or Hele Bay, to the east of the town, also award winners, for good bathing and rock pool exploring. Putsborough, Woolacombe and Croyde are within easy motoring distance, whilst North Devon's regional centre of Barnstaple is approximately 20 minutes driving time.
Directions
With the office on your right hand side, proceed along the High street and take the next right hand turn onto Springfield Road. Continue along the road until you reach a T junction, take a left turn onto Highfield Road and proceed forward for approximately 350 yards before taking a slight left onto Castle Hill. The property can be found down on the left hand side.
At the front of the property, steps lead up to the main entrance, accompanied by a small sloping garden area attractively bordered by mature shrubs and planting, adding charm and kerb appeal to the home.
To the rear, a set of steps rises to a private garden area, offering space for outdoor seating or planting. This area includes a greenhouse, perfect for gardening enthusiasts, and is enclosed by a traditional stone wall, providing both privacy and a classic period feel.