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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.
