Old Barnstaple Road, Bideford

A Tranquil Retreat with River Views | Detached 3-Bed Home in Tucked-Away Location

Nestled along a peaceful no-through lane on the edge of Bideford, Helios is a beautifully presented 1930s detached home offering privacy, character, and space — all within easy reach of the town and North Devon’s stunning coast and countryside.

Set back from the lane this unique property enjoys a quiet elevated position with far-reaching views across the river valley. The home is filled with natural light, offering three well-proportioned bedrooms, two receptions, a bright kitchen, and a modern bathroom. Period details blend with tasteful updates throughout.

Outside, the south-facing front garden (used as a private rear space) is enclosed and wildlife-friendly, regularly visited by hedgehogs. A private parking area provides off-road space for multiple vehicles. The plot also offers potential for extension (subject to consents).

Ideal for buyers seeking a peaceful lifestyle within walking distance of Bideford’s amenities — and a rare opportunity in this sought-after location

Nestled in an enviable and elevated position within this sought after no through road which once connected Bideford with Barnstaple but is now a quiet cul-de-sac, which combines a peaceful location with easy and convenient access to the town and medical centre with dispensary, this three bedroom detached house form the art deco period offers spacious and sumptuous accommodation.

The front stable door opens to reveal the hallway with stairs to the first floor, and there is also a useful W/C with hand basin. From the hallway, there are doors to the sitting room, a lovely and light filled high ceilinged room with bay window offering a pleasant outlook and hearth with living flame electric fire, and to the kitchen/dining room, which offers double glazed French doors to the rear garden, as well as a further double glazed window for extra light, and a fitted kitchen with eye and base level units, space for appliances and worktop with inset 4 ring gas hob. A pedestrian door leads to a useful utility room with worktop and space for washing machine and a door to outside. On the first floor, is the master bedroom with bay window offering a delightful outlook towards the river plus a built-in wardrobe, a second double bedroom overlooking the rear garden and also with built-in storage, the third bedroom with a charming outlook towards the river and a family bathroom, which is beautifully presented with white suite, shower over bath and tiled walls. The whole interior of the house is in excellent decorative order throughout.