Farmhouse for sale in Shute, Axminster EX13

A charming ruined period house listed Grade II with great potential (STPP & Listed Consent). Surrounded by about 11.76 acres (4.76 ha) of pastureland and woodland in a tranquil and secluded location. For sale by Livestream Public Auction on Thursday 16th May 2024 at 2pm at The Guildhall, West Street, Axminster, EX13 5NX. Please download the legal pack via our website.

The Property

This early 17th century ruined small house is nestled at the end of a track surrounded by its former gardens and orchard, with attractive views over the Devon countryside. Built of local rubble stone under a tiled roof with attractive mullion windows, the accommodation was originally spread over two stories and an attic. This charming forgotten historic property now provides excellent scope for renovation (STPP & Listed Consent), although it is thought to have been partially restored to its present condition without listing consent.

Homebush Cottage is tucked away just outside the hamlet of Watchcombe in the East Devon National Landscape (formerly aonb). The nearby town of Colyton has a town hall, convenience stores/post office and primary school. The market town of Honiton about 5 miles away, offers a good range of amenities and a mainline railway service to London Waterloo. The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and the nearby resort of Lyme Regis are a 20-minute drive away. The larger centres of Taunton and Exeter (with its regional airport) are within easy reach.

The surrounding 11.76 acres (4.76 ha) of pastureland, lovely orchards and woodland including a timber farm building (10m x 3.8m).