# 2 bedroom bungalow for sale (EX39 1HP) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 33 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, BIDEFORD, WESTWARD HO, DEVON EX39 1HP | | Price | £335,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 73 m² | | Last sold | £318,000 Mar 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 04/11/2034 - **Current heating cost:** £627/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,530 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - E (£30) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2180-1639-0040-7097-5401) ## Description Detached two bed bungalow with distance estuary glimpses, a large level plot and an attractive, well kept south facing rear garden occupying a quiet cul de sac position not far from the centre of Westward Ho! The property is in need of modernising and updating. NO ONWARD CHAIN. Gas centrally heated and uPVC double glazed detached bungalow with labour saving brick external elevations occupying a quiet cul de sac position, large level plot south facing at rear with distance estuary glimpses. Originally built circa late 1960’s/early 1970 with tradition cavity brick and block main external wall construction retrospectively insulated plus cement rendered panel to the front and hanging tiled gable end all beneath a underfelted dual pitched and concrete tile covered main roof. uPVC double glazed replacement windows and external doors (excepting to the rear of the conservatory), PVC fascias and rainwater goods. Set upon a level plot with picket fence enclosed front garden and open single car length concrete driveway plus due south facing landscaped rear garden with summer house. There are glimpses of the estuary and Bideford Bay. The centre of the seaside of Westward Ho! is just over ¼ mile away with its traditional resort facilities, promenade, long sandy beach and miles of unspoilt Cliffside walks. The Royal North Devon Championship Golf Course is also nearby. The neighbouring Northam village has an indoor heated swimming pool complex, Dental surgery, Medical centre, Library and Junior/Infants Schools. The Port and Market town of Bideford is approx. 3 miles distant and the North Devon Link road within 2 miles. Regular bus services commute within the vicinity. SERVICES: All mains connected. Gas fired central heating. COUNCIL TAX: Band C. TENURE: Freehold. DIRECTIONS: From Bideford proceed as to Northam village but continue along the bypass as to Westward Ho! and along the Atlantic Way route. Some half way along take the turning right down into Beach Road and then first left into Swanswood Gardens. Continue around to the right and then take the left hand cul de sac where Number 33 will be found on the left. ACCOMMODATION: (All measurements are approximate). Fully enclosed ENTRANCE PORCH: RECEPTION HALL: 2.01m x 1.63m (6’7” x 5’4”). Radiator. CLOAKROOM: Refurbished with low level WC and vanity wash basin. Wall mounted metal cased electric consumer unit. Vinyl flooring and Aqua wall boarding. LOUNGE/DINER: 6.36m x 4.04m (20’10” x 13’3”). Original tiled fireplace and hearth with coal effect gas fire. 2 Radiators. Fitted carpet. North facing picture window with glimpses to the sea and estuary. INNER HALL: Hatch to roof space with foldaway access ladder. SHOWER ROOM: 2.0m x 1.65m (6’6” x 5’4”). Refurbished with large walk in shower cubicle, combination vanity wash basin and low level WC. Radiator. Aquaboard lined walls. Vinyl flooring. REAR BEDROOM 1: 4.02m x 3.64m plus door recess (13’2” x 11’11”). Radiator. Fitted carpet. South facing window overlooking garden. REAR BEDROOM 2: 3.05m x 3.0m (10’ x 9’10”). Radiator. New fitted carpet. South facing window overlooking garden. KITCHEN: (off reception hall) 2.67m x 2.62m extending to 3.28m (8’9” x 8’7” extending to 10’9”). Including built in larder cupboard and storage cupboard – including the Ideal Logic combination C30 gas central heating and hot water boiler (new 2021 with balance of 7 year warranty). Basic pine fronted cabinets and single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Wall serving hatch to lounge. Double radiator. SIDE CONSERVATORY PASSAGE: 4.4m x 1.82m (14’5” x 5’11”). Front uPVC double glazed door with rear wood framed single glazed sliding door and screen to garden. Connecting doors to: GARAGE: 5.17m x 2.53m (17’ x 8’3”). Having metal up and over door. Power and light connected. UTILITY: 2.24m x 2.51m (7’4” x 8’2”). Single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Storage cabinets. EXTERNALLY: Level gardens with picket fenced enclosed lawn to the front, concrete driveway and gated side path to the due south facing and well enclosed rear garden, lawned with beds, bushes and small trees. Paved terracing and wooden summer house. Overall plot approx. 36m (depth) x 13.4m (width) (118’ x 44’). ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 01](/listings/photos/155055272/727460) - Picture No. 01 - ![Picture No. 06](/listings/photos/155055272/727464) - Picture No. 06 - ![Picture No. 07](/listings/photos/155055272/727465) - Picture No. 07 - ![Picture No. 28](/listings/photos/155055272/727467) - Picture No. 28 - ![Picture No. 10](/listings/photos/155055272/727468) - Picture No. 10 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/155055272/727469) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 20](/listings/photos/155055272/727470) - Picture No. 20 - ![Picture No. 11](/listings/photos/155055272/727471) - Picture No. 11 - ![Picture No. 12](/listings/photos/155055272/727472) - Picture No. 12 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/155055272/727473) - Picture No. 13 - ![Picture No. 14](/listings/photos/155055272/727474) - Picture No. 14 - ![Picture No. 15](/listings/photos/155055272/727475) - Picture No. 15 - ![Picture No. 18](/listings/photos/155055272/727476) - Picture No. 18 - ![Picture No. 19](/listings/photos/155055272/727477) - Picture No. 19 - ![Picture No. 16](/listings/photos/155055272/727478) - Picture No. 16 - ![Picture No. 17](/listings/photos/155055272/727479) - Picture No. 17 - ![Picture No. 21](/listings/photos/155055272/727481) - Picture No. 21 - ![Picture No. 25](/listings/photos/155055272/727482) - Picture No. 25 - ![Picture No. 27](/listings/photos/155055272/727483) - Picture No. 27 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/155055272/727484) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 03](/listings/photos/155055272/727485) - Picture No. 03 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/155055272/727487) - Picture No. 04 - ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/155055272/727488) - Picture No. 05 - ![Picture No. 22](/listings/photos/155055272/727490) - Picture No. 22 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/155055272/727491) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/155055272/727493) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #14525813 - **Address:** 33 Swanswood Gardens, Westward Ho, EX39 1HP - **Certificate Issued:** 04/04/2021 - **Work Completed:** 11/03/2021 - **Items:** 1 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 33 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £318,000 | 20/03/2025 | Detached | | 33 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £66,000 | 04/12/1997 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 4 VENTON DRIVE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HL | £460,000 | 20/01/2026 | Detached | | 46 NELSON ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LQ | £290,000 | 02/12/2025 | Detached | | SEA FRET, 4 PEBBLERIDGE ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HN | £730,000 | 14/08/2025 | Detached | | 10 CORAL AVENUE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1UW | £410,000 | 18/12/2023 | Detached | | 95 BAY VIEW ROAD, NORTHAM, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1BJ | £840,000 | 11/12/2023 | Detached | | 12 PAVILION VIEW, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FN | £525,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached | | 37 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ | £340,000 | 02/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 3 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £392,000 | 29/09/2023 | Detached | | 27 AYSHA GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HJ | £300,000 | 21/07/2023 | Detached | | LUDON GOLF LINKS ROAD, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HH | £495,000 | 17/03/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 23 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £290,000 | 02/03/2023 | Detached | | 9 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ | £375,000 | 18/11/2022 | Detached | | 21 CORAL AVENUE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1UW | £365,000 | 16/11/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 4 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £365,000 | 24/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 11 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £380,000 | 07/10/2022 | Terraced | | 5 QUEENS CLOSE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FH | £495,000 | 29/09/2022 | Detached | | 1 PEBBLE CLOSE, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FD | £405,000 | 05/09/2022 | Detached | | SEADRIFT, 20 EASTBOURNE TERRACE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HG | £707,217 | 03/08/2022 | Detached | | 2 PAVILION VIEW, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1FN | £645,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | FAIRFIELD PARK AVENUE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LP | £410,000 | 24/05/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 47 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HP | £325,000 | 20/05/2022 | Detached | | 34 SWANSWOOD GARDENS, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1HR | £337,101 | 20/05/2022 | Detached | | MAYFIELD AVON LANE, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1LR | £765,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached | | 71 ATLANTIC WAY, WESTWARD HO, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1JD | £550,000 | 20/12/2021 | Detached | | 2 THE FAIRWAYS, WESTWARD HO!, BIDEFORD, TORRIDGE, DEVON, EX39 1TQ | £307,000 | 25/11/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £350,400 (5 sales) **Area average:** £487,566 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £396,742 (68 Detached, EX39, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -15.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Torridge). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £708/mo - **Realistic:** £787/mo - **Optimistic:** £866/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.23% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £98,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £78,700 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,589/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -11.8% - **10y growth:** 40.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Torridge; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.1% - **5y growth (index):** 15.9% - **10y growth (index):** 34% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)