Brixton Torr, Plymouth, PL8

For all enquiries quote HP0686

Tucked away in the idyllic hamlet of Brixton Torr, Halfacre Cottage is a charming semi-detached, stone-built property that offers a rare opportunity for someone to truly make it their own.

This is a property that will need complete refurbishment, but for the right buyer, it presents a really exciting project — the chance to restore and reimagine a characterful cottage in a wonderful setting.

The front door opens into a small entrance lobby, leading through to a cosy lounge where an open fireplace provides a lovely focal point. From here, the layout flows into a lean-to conservatory, offering a useful additional space, and through to the kitchen/diner. The kitchen itself features a fireplace housing the Aga, giving a nod to the home’s heritage, with stairs rising to the first floor. A door from the kitchen provides access out to the side of the property, where you’ll find the garden and driveway.

Upstairs, there are three good-sized double bedrooms along with a family bathroom — a great footprint to work with and plenty of scope to reconfigure if desired.

Outside this property continues to shine. Sitting on a generous plot, there is a driveway running alongside the cottage, leading to a large garden and a separate outbuilding (great potential here too!). Whether you’re thinking of landscaping, extending (subject to the necessary permissions), or simply creating a beautiful outdoor space, there is plenty of room here to bring your ideas to life.

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this is an ideal opportunity for those looking for a project in a quiet location, yet close to local amenities.

Brixton itself is a wonderful place to call home — a friendly village community with a well-regarded local pub, primary school, and easy access to the stunning South Hams countryside and coastline. At the same time, you’re only a short drive from Plymouth, making it a great balance of rural living with city convenience.

A property with huge potential, in a setting that’s easy to fall in love with.

Need to Know

For all enquiries relating to this property, please quote reference HP0686 

EPC - TBC

Tenure - Freehold

Services - The home is supplied by mains Electric & Water.  

Council Tax - South Hams District Council, Band D (£2,540.14 for the year 2026/27).  

Construction - Stone Built Traditional

Agents Note - All measurements and floor plans are for illustration purposes only 

Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances, or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by the Agent. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.

AML / ID

Important Information on Anti-Money Laundering Check

We are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property. 

We take the responsibility of this seriously in line with HMRC guidance in ensuring the accuracy and continuous monitoring of these checks. Our compliance partner, Move Butler, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. They will contact you and where possible, a biometric check will be sent to you electronically only once your offer has been accepted.

As an applicant, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per buyer for these checks. The fee covers data collection, manual checking, and monitoring. You will need to pay this amount directly to Move Butler and complete all Anti-Money Laundering checks before your offer can be formally accepted.

In addition, you will also be required to provide evidence of how you intend to finance your purchase prior to formal acceptance of any offer.