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Shute, Axminster

PROPERTY TYPE

Farm House

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Key features

  • 4-bedroom cottage for renovation set in 0.72 acres
  • Range of useful outbuildings offering further potential (STPP)
  • Pretty views and quiet location
  • Set in East Devon National Landscape (formerly AONB)
  • For sale by Livestream Public Auction 16th May 2024

Description

A detached 4-bedroom country cottage positioned in the Umborne Valley with farm buildings and 11.99 acres of land. For sale in two lots by Livestream Public Auction on Thursday 16th May 2024 at 2pm at The Guildhall, West Street, Axminster, Devon EX13 5NX. Please download the legal pack via our website.

The Property - Middle Watchcombe is set in an elevated position in the hamlet of Watchcombe in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (now National Landscape), nestled in the Umborne Valley which has a lively community focused on the village hall. The property is set in a rural location about two miles from the village of Shute and the historic town of Colyton. Colyton has primary school along with offering everyday amenities. The market town of Honiton (5 miles) offers further amenities and a mainline railway service to London Waterloo. The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and resorts of Lyme Regis, Beer or Sidmouth are a 20 minute drive away. The larger centres of Taunton and Exeter are also easily accessible.

Middle Watchcombe, once a part of the Shute Estate, offers good accommodation with 4 bedrooms, now requiring full renovation. There is an adjoining lean to shed which could be incorporated into the accommodation, subject to planning. Within the cobbled and concrete courtyard there are a range of useful outbuildings offering further potential (STPP). The property has gardens, grounds and a small orchard extending to 0.72 acres (0.29 ha).

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Middle Watchcombe Auction.pdf

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Band: E

Shute, Axminster

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  • Axminster Station3.8 miles
  • Honiton Station4.6 miles
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Symonds & Sampson, Axminster

Trinity Square, Axminster, EX13 5AW

Symonds & Sampson, Axminster

Established in 1858, Symonds & Sampson's reputation is built on trust and integrity. Our aim is to provide individuals and businesses alike with high quality agency and professional services across residential, commercial and rural property sectors. Over 150 forward-thinking experts in our 16 regional offices will help you make the best decisions, ensuring that the buying, selling and managing of your most valuable asset is straight-forward and rewarding.

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