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West Yelland, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31

South West

£335,000

Listed on 13/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Bungalow
Area
1411 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This two-bedroom detached bungalow in West Yelland has a single-level layout with a living room, a large kitchen and dining area, a separate utility room and two bedrooms with fitted storage. The bathroom includes a separate shower. The property is described as requiring modernisation throughout, and its existing accommodation offers scope for updating to suit a buyer's needs. Two loft spaces are accessed separately, one by stairs and the other by ladder, and each has a Velux roof window. The listing suggests possible uses such as storage, hobbies or home working, subject to any necessary consents and regulations. There is also an attached garage with a rear workshop area and pedestrian access. Outside, the plot includes a large front garden, a sizeable driveway with access around the bungalow, and a private lawned garden to the rear and side. A separate strip of land to the left of the property is also included in the sale. West Yelland has bus links to Barnstaple and Bideford, while Instow and the North Devon coast are within reach. The A361 provides road connections towards Tiverton and the M5.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

77out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £335,000, this detached bungalow is priced at £237/sq ft against a local average of £320, making the asking price a strong acquisition point. The main rooms are clean and usable, so the £5,000–£15,000 renovation range points to a light modernisation project: dated finishes can be refreshed, with the large kitchen/diner offering scope for a more contemporary look. The spacious living room, extensive driveway, attached garage and workshop add practical appeal, while the large lawned garden gives further room to improve.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated finishes and consider modernising the large kitchen/diner to give the main living spaces a more current feel.
  • Make use of the substantial attached garage, rear workshop and extensive driveway for storage, projects and parking.
  • Improve the large lawned garden and explore potential uses for the two loft spaces, subject to approvals and suitability.

Key risks

None recorded.

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West Yelland, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,266
Based on a loan of £251,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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