About this property

A substantial, detached property, in need of renovation, located in the charming village of Bigbury. Surrounded with mature gardens, drive and integral garage.

DESCRIPTION
Badgers Drift is a substantial detached property located in the charming village of Bigbury, just 2 miles from the stunning beaches of Bigbury-on-Sea. Although the property requires renovation, it boasts a rich history, with its origins dating back to the 1800s. The central portion of the building is believed to be cob, extended in the 1970s/80s. Offering over 2,200 sq. ft. of versatile living space, the accommodation includes 3 bedrooms, a sitting room, dining room, family room, kitchen, bathroom, shower room, utility room, conservatory, room above the garage, wc and guest cloakroom. Set within a third of an acre, the property is surrounded by mature gardens, and features driveway parking and an integral double garage. From the first floor, you can enjoy sea views.

ACCOMMODATION
A porch leads into an inner hall with stairs to the first floor. From here, you enter the dining room, featuring a fireplace and picture rail. The family room, a versatile space, has two front-facing windows. Off the central dining room is the dual aspect sitting room, which includes a feature fireplace, a built-in display cabinet with storage, and sliding doors that open to a predominantly glazed conservatory, providing access to the garden. The long galley kitchen offers a rear aspect and is equipped with an array of matching base and wall units, with a corridor leading to the guest cloakroom, utility room, and side access to the garden. An internal door opens to the integral double garage, where stairs lead to a first-floor room. This bright and spacious room boasts a dual aspect and wonderful views.

Off the main staircase on the first floor, you'll find eaves storage. Bedroom 1 has a front aspect with sea views, fitted wardrobes, and an ensuite bathroom. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are both doubles, with Bedroom 3 enjoying front-facing views, while Bedroom 2 overlooks the garden. The family shower room is fitted with a shower, WC, and basin.

OUTSIDE
The plot of Badgers Drift extends to a third of an acre. A gated entrance with a driveway provides off-street parking, leading to the double garage. The mature gardens, though in need of landscaping, currently feature areas of lawn, shrubs, a selection of trees, and a former vegetable garden.

LOCATION
The charming village of Bigbury lies a short drive and wonderful 20-minute walk across fields to the fabulous beach of Bigbury-on-sea, famous for the striking Burgh Island and attractive beaches. The beautiful surrounding landscape incorporates the Bigbury Golf Club and the adjoining River Avon. Half a mile to the north of Bigbury is St Ann's Chapel providing a public house and convenience store.

SERVICES
Mains electricty and mains water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.

TENURE
Freehold

LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Hams District Council. Council Tax Band F.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All items in the written text of these particulars are included in the sale. All other are expressly excluded regardless of inclusion in any photographs. Purchasers must satisfy themselves that any equipment included in the sale of the property is in satisfactory order.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment only through the Modbury branch of Marchand Petit.