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Dawlish is a small town on the east coast of Devon, between Torquay and Exeter. Situated above deep-red cliffs, Dawlish took its name from a local stream once called 'Deawlisc', which means 'Devil Water' as the stream ran red after heavy rains. Dawlish grew with the coming of the railway and has stretches of track built on the sea wall, providing amazing views for passengers. Houses in Dawlish date back to Victorian and Georgian times with some older buildings from the 17th century.
Property for sale in Dawlish is a delightful mix of periods and styles with three-bedroom Victorian terraced houses and new-build townhouses from £190,000. Detached modern houses, with four bedrooms and an integral garage are from £250,000 and substantial family homes in rural locations are from £500,000. Estate agents in Dawlish also represent some delightful former farm buildings such as stone-built barn conversions.
Flats for sale in Dawlish are from £125,000 for two bedrooms in either purpose-built apartment houses or charming period-house conversions. Please contact Dawlish estate agents for details of all flats and houses currently available.
Amenities for property in Dawlish
Dawlish features in the novels of Charles Dickens and Jane Austen and is a popular filming location for Victorian dramas. Running parallel to the flowing brook, in the town centre, there is an attractive park or 'Lawn' as it is known, with exotic plants, chestnut and palm trees, bowling green and bandstand. The town centre has stores such as Boots, Woolworths and Somerfield, together with a good choice of independent shops. Dawlish also offers plenty of pubs, cafés, tea rooms and restaurants. The local schools are Gatehouse Primary, in Secmaton Lane; Oaklands Park School for children with learning difficulties; Ratcliffe Residential Special School; and Dawlish Community College, a co-educational secondary school.
Transport in Dawlish
Dawlish is south of Exeter off the A379 coast road. The railway station in Dawlish offers a 12-minute service to Exeter St David's and a 31-minute service to Exeter Central.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Dawlish, which is covered by postcode EX7, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns such as Torquay, Teignmouth, Newton Abbot, Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, and Sidmouth.