Horrabridge, Devon

Welcome to Tapson Cottage, an exceptional and rarely available detached cottage nestled on the edge of the sought-after village of Horrabridge, offering an exciting and unique lifestyle opportunity. Bursting with potential, this charming three-bedroom home is in need of complete refurbishment—presenting a blank canvas for those with vision, creativity, and a desire to create something truly special.
Set within an impressive 9.76 acres, the property boasts a wealth of additional features including a range of outbuildings, such as a detached garage/workshop, former block-built dairy, pole barn, further stores, and more—making it ideal for a variety of uses, from hobby farming to equestrian ventures or creative/rural enterprises.
The adjoining garage adds convenience, while the surrounding land offers incredible scope for development, smallholding use, or simply enjoying the tranquility and freedom of expansive countryside living.
Whether you're dreaming of restoring a character cottage into a stunning rural retreat, developing a smallholding, or seeking a lifestyle change with land and space to grow, Tapson Cottage is a true gem with endless possibilities.
Opportunities like this don’t come around often—Tapson Cottage is a must-see for buyers with imagination and ambition.

Auctioneer Comments;
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd).

If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer will pay £300 inc VAT for this pack.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty.

Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450. These services are optional.

The popular village of Horrabridge, nestled along the River Walkham, is well-equipped with local amenities, including a convenience store and two well-regarded pubs. Just a short distance away, the desirable village of Yelverton boasts a charming parade of shops, featuring a mini-supermarket, local butcher, delicatessen, café, and pharmacy. The village also offers a GP surgery, Texaco fuel station, Post Office, and Veterinary Surgery. For sports enthusiasts, there are nearby golf, cricket, tennis, and bowling clubs to enjoy.

Just 4.5 miles away, the thriving town of Tavistock provides a wide range of shops, schools, and services, including the prestigious Mount Kelly, an independent private school. For those looking to explore further, Plymouth city centre is a mere 10 miles to the south, offering even more amenities and attractions.