Honiton, the "gateway" to Devon and Cornwall, stands on the main road and rail route to London and Exeter. A pleasant residential market town, Honiton is world famous both for its lace products and the unique hand painted pottery produced here. Honiton is within easy reach of both of the West Country's National Parks - Dartmoor and Exmoor, as well as being close to Exeter, the capital of the South West. The World Heritage Coastline of Sidmouth lies some nine miles to the south. Agriculture is Honiton's main industry; the town stands in an area of rich farmland, watered by the river Otter. The estate agents in Honiton have a wide variety of property for sale, which include period cottages in the heart of the town, developments of modern detached family homes, Victorian town houses, generously proportioned bungalows and Edwardian villas. There are also flats for sale in Honiton, many of which are fine period apartments in listed houses.
Amenities for properties in Honiton
Honiton is particularly well known as an antique and book centre, and also has a number of high street shops such as a Tesco Superstore, Marks & Spencer Simply Food Store, WH Smiths and Boots, as well as boutiques and a twice weekly market. There are also a number of wine bars, tea shops and restaurants. Families considering Honiton property will discover other amenities include secondary state education and a hospital. Just a short drive from the town centre is a choice of many newly upgraded retail parks with ample parking facilities. Exeter, the county town, is just 17 miles to the west and has excellent shopping facilities, theatres, an art centre, a good choice of independent schools, a university and a mainline rail link to London Padddington.
Transport for Honiton
By road, the A30 and A303 both pass within a short distance to the town centre of Honiton. The town also has its own mainline railway station, with direct trains into London Waterloo.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Honiton, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and search for property for sale in Exmouth, Tiverton and Exeter.
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4 BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE
A modern 4 bedroom detached house situated in a sought after location. (contd...)
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3 BEDROOM DETACHED BUNGALOW
A delightful well presented 3 bedroom detached bungalow situated in a sought after area of Honiton close to the town centre and local amenities. (contd...)
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Well presented character cottage with beautiful large garden close to Honiton town centre. Two bedrooms, kitchen, sitting / dining room, utility room, first floor bathroom and useful garden summer...
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A 2 BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED BUNGALOW IN NEED OF MODERNISATION
This semi detached bungalow benefits from secondary glazing and gas central heating. The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance
Farms, Estates & Land
Land for sale in Honiton. Residential development site with planning consent for 8 dwellings.
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Lovely, modern two bedroom bungalow on a good sized corner plot, with conservatory and garage. Modern, attractive bathroom and kitchen, with double glazing and central heating. In excellent...
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Semi detached two bedroom house with a large garden and its own garage.
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2 BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED BUNGALOW
A well presented 2 bedroom semi detached bungalow located in a sought after cul-de-sac. Accommodation includes entrance porch, hallway, lounge, kitchen, 2 bedr
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EXTENDED 3 BEDROOM TERRACE HOUSE
This extended 3 bedroom mid terraced house occupies a pleasant spot on one of the town's popular residential areas benefiting from rear access into the single
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A well presented top floor two bedroom retirement apartment enjoying a convenient position readily accessible to town centre. Shared use of communal gardens. Age restricted to the over 55's.
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