Branscombe, Seaton

A double storey stone barn with Planning Permission for conversion to a 2 bedroom holiday cottage. Set in an elevated position with lovely views and terraced gardens. Easy access to Branscombe and the beach. In all 0.14 acres (0.05 ha).

Situation - The Old Dairy nestles in an elevated, south-west facing position on the fringes of the picturesque village of Branscombe, on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast World Heritage site. The property is protected by the surrounding National Trust land, set in the heart of the East Devon National Landscape (formerly an AONB). Branscombe has a thriving community with an ancient church, village hall with tennis courts, primary school, two cafes and two well-regarded inns, including the Mason’s Arms. The surrounding countryside offers superb opportunities for walking and the beach is about 10 minutes away, easily accessed by a footpath. More amenities are available at the nearby resort of Sidmouth, with its cinema, theatre, sports facilities and Waitrose supermarket or at Lyme Regis with its famous Cobb and sandy beach. There are good road connections with the A30 providing access to the Cathedral city of Exeter with its excellent shopping, leisure facilities, international airport, mainline train station and access to the M5.

The Property - The Old Dairy is part of Trafalgar Barton, which dates back to 1825 when Captain Yule, formerly a lieutenant on the Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar, retired. He built a fashionable cottage orné, Trafalgar Cottage on the site, which was then acquired and remodelled by John Tucker in 1845. The Tucker family, ran a very successful Honiton lace making business at the property, supplying London society, including the Royal family.

Lot Three - The Dolls House And The Old Dairy - The Old Dairy is a double storey stone barn under a newly replaced slate roof.. Planning permission has been granted for conversion into a two bedroom holiday cottage, with an open plan kitchen/dining room and separate sitting room on the first floor to take advantage of the views across the valley. Alternatively this adaptable building could be used as a studio or home office (STPP). EDDC Planning reference: 22/2832/FUL 27 March 2023. In all 0.14 acres (0.05 ha).
Please see floorplan for accommodation and measurements.

Outside - The Old Dairy is approached via a private drive. In all 0.14 acres (0.05 ha).

Services - Main electricity. Main water. Broadband: Superfast fibre available. Mobile Network Coverage: Likely outside. Likely inside. Source - Ofcom.org.uk .

Material Information - 1. The Old Dairy is situated in Flood Zone 1, an area with a low probability of flooding.
3. No public rights of way cross the property. No third party rights of way affect the property, unless sold in lots.
4. When converted the Old Dairy is holiday accommodation only and shall not be occupied as a sole or main place of residence.

Tenure - All freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Sporting - All rights are understood to be owned and included in the sale. Racing at Taunton or Exeter. Golf at Lyme Regis or Honiton. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis or Topsham.

Local Authority - East Devon District Council. Tel: . Council Tax Band: Unknown.