This grand and beautiful building is located in the heart of the old part of Bideford. Given its age, character, charm, and historical significance as the town’s old Merchant House, parts of the building were awarded a Grade II listing back in 1992.

For the past five years, Number Eight Allhalland Street has been operating as a hugely popular fine dining restaurant with 2 spacious apartments above. Many years ago the property existed as two completely separate buildings. Planning and listed building consent was sought and approved to create one larger unit. Recent inquiries with Torridge District Council suggest there would be no obvious objection to returning the property to two separate buildings. Works required to achieve this would be minimal - reinstatement of a dividing wall in the front of the building and blocking off of a connecting door on the First Floor. This would be subject to the appropriate planning and listed buildings approval but would, undoubtedly, increase the value of the property by dividing the building down the middle and creating two separate shop fronts, each with its own living accommodation above.

Currently the property is split with a commercial status for the Ground Floor and a residential status for Floors 1 and 2. This would suit those looking to start a commercial business in the hub of Bideford whilst benefiting from either occupying the space above or renting them out to provide additional income. This building offers a lot of versatile internal space and is much bigger than it appears from the outside.

The property benefits from having gas fired central heating and there are 2 courtyard garden areas. The 2 apartments would benefit from some works of improvement but this is reflected in the competitive asking price. We think this is an interesting and commercially viable opportunity to invest in the hub of this popular and vibrant town.

Bideford is a peaceful olde worlde market town on the River Torridge. The main district is on the west bank and its narrow streets filled with white painted houses sprawl from the working quay, up the slopes to the outer suburbs. A former historic port town, Bideford is a great place to explore, whether it’s a trip to the shops or a restaurant outing there's something out of the norm for everyone. The Pannier Market is a brilliant example of the town’s originality, with its terrace of artists’ workshops and independent shops. The town also champions sports at a grassroots level with both the local rugby and football teams having healthy followings. There are no end of ways to join in the community spirit of this wonderful white town on the hill.

All the amenities you'll ever need are to be found in easy reach of Bideford. To the north are the coastal towns of Westward Ho!, Appledore and Northam, all of which will figure in your day-to-day routines if you enjoy the sea or the outdoor life. Northam boasts a brilliant indoor swimming pool and gym.

Bideford is within short driving distance of the Atlantic Highway (A39) which is the main feeder route across the region leading to Cornwall in the south-west and to the M5 in the east. A very good regular bus services provides access to North Devon’s ‘capital’, Barnstaple. Bus users can also reach Westward Ho!, Braunton, Appledore, Croyde and Ilfracombe with ease.

Directions
From Bideford Quay proceed up the High Street taking the first left hand turning onto Allhalland Street. Number 8 will be situated a short distance on your right hand side clearly displaying a numberplate.