Land for sale

Townsend, Stratton, Bude EX23

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a superb development site of approximately 1.5 acres (or thereabouts), benefitting from outline planning consent for four detached executive-style homes. The site enjoys an elevated position with far-reaching valley views back towards Stratton, and is within easy walking distance of village amenities.

This prime parcel of land offers an outstanding opportunity for an upmarket residential scheme in a highly sought-after location, ideal for those looking to create a collection of high-quality detached dwellings in an established and picturesque setting

The land is located on the edge of the historic village of Stratton, famed for its charming cottages clustered around St Andrew’s Church. The village offers a strong sense of community and a good range of amenities including public houses, general store/post office, hospital, and primary school.

The vibrant coastal resort of Bude lies approximately 1.5 miles away, providing a comprehensive range of shopping, business and leisure facilities, including a leisure pool, all-weather tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course.

Nearby, Morrisons Supermarket is conveniently positioned on the outskirts of Bude, while the A39 Atlantic Highway is within half a mile, giving excellent access north towards Bideford and Barnstaple, and south into Cornwall.

Directions
From the centre of Bude, proceed along The Strand and turn left at the mini roundabout into Bencoolen Road. Continue past the petrol station and out of town, passing Bude Secondary School and Morrisons Supermarket. Join the A39 towards Stratton and after approximately half a mile, turn right onto the A3072, signposted Stratton and Holsworthy.

Drive through the village, passing the Hospital on your right. After the Kings Arms, take the next left, then turn right by The Tree Inn. Continue up Market Street, which becomes Maiden Street, and as you leave the village, passing Dicks Barn, the site will be found on the left-hand side.

Planning

Outline Planning Consent was originally granted by Cornwall Council on 27th July 2021 (Application No. PA21/02794) for residential development of four dwellings, with all matters reserved except access.

A further Outline Consent was subsequently granted on 20th December 2024 (Application No. PA24/07717) for up to four dwellings, with certain matters reserved (appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale).

Planning advice and submissions were handled by Peter Wonnacott Planning, Rodds Bridge Farm, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0LS.

Conditions Of Planning

Reserved Matters – Details of appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale to be submitted and approved prior to development.

Timescale – Reserved matters to be submitted within three years, with commencement within two years of final approval.

Archaeology – A Written Scheme of Investigation to be submitted and implemented prior to commencement, with full site recording and post-investigation publication.

Ecology Enhancements – Incorporation of bat boxes, bird boxes, and bee bricks at a minimum rate of one per dwelling.

Access – Works to the access as per approved plan ‘PW014 204 B’ to be completed prior to occupation.

Surfacing and Drainage – Full details to be approved and implemented prior to occupation.

Lighting – Appropriate lighting for vehicular and pedestrian access to be agreed and installed prior to occupation.

Ecological Compliance – Development to be carried out in accordance with the Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (Devon & Cornwall Ecology Ltd, July (truncated)

Agents Note

The development is liable for a charge under the Community Infrastructure Levy (cil) Regulations 2010 (as amended). The final charge will be calculated upon determination of the Reserved Matters application. Further details can be found on the Cornwall Council website.

Services

Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries regarding the availability and cost of connection to all mains services.