Fore Street, Ilfracombe
£445,000

Situated on one of Ilfracombe's oldest streets, Fore Street, which gently slopes from the High Street down to the harbour. Originally two fishermen's cottages, this Grade II Listed 12th-century building has been meticulously restored and modernized. It has a long history as a catering venue, known for many years as 'The Ancient Mariner' and later as an Italian restaurant. Recently, it has thrived as Relish Bar & Bistro accommodating 26 covers with an additional 6 seats at the bar. The property boasts many character features including an original stone fire place and comprises of a bar, spacious seating area, and a private rear restaurant area for larger group sittings. The ground floor is completed by a well-equipped commercial kitchen and customer toilets.

The first floor owner’s accommodation has been modernised and finished to high standard while maintaining its 16th Century charm. Consisting of; three double bedrooms, the primary with an en-suite, a large open plan living area with exquisite exposed beam and stone work, a stylish kitchen and dining area and a beautifully finished family bathroom.

To the rear of the property is a delightful three tier terraced garden enjoying an open outlook over the town. The lower tier has a Spanish style courtyard with white washed walls, while the upper terraces are decked and boast far reaching views of Lantern Hill, Hillsborough and out to sea.

lfracombe town offers a variety of independent shops, art galleries, restaurants and bars. The picturesque seafront and harbour area is home to artist Damien Hirst's ‘Verity’ statue at the harbour entrance. In addition is the exciting new water sports centre and café making the harbour a hive of activity.

North Devon has a wealth of simply stunning golden sand beaches and has long been a mecca for British surfers. The area has recently been declared a ‘world surfing reserve’, one of just 12 places on the planet along with Australia’s Golden Coast and Malibu in California.

Restaurant and Bar Area (8.86 x 5.32 (29'0" x 17'5"))

Rear Restaurant (3.74 x 3.7 (12'3" x 12'1"))

Commercial Kitchen (5.65 x 3.81 (18'6" x 12'5"))

Hallway (1.6 x 1.53 (5'2" x 5'0"))

Customer Toilets (1.8 x 1.63 (5'10" x 5'4"))

Living Room (5.49 x 5.01 (18'0" x 16'5"))

Kitchen/Dining (3.75 x 3.65 (12'3" x 11'11"))

Bedroom One (3.85 x 2.94 (12'7" x 9'7"))

Bedroom Two (3.2 x 2.4 (10'5" x 7'10"))

Bedroom Three (4.10 x 2.12 (13'5" x 6'11"))

Bathroom (1.69 x 1.62 (5'6" x 5'3"))

En-Suite (1.68 x 1.33 (5'6" x 4'4"))