Devon land and properties for auction in February
Care home set for auction
A ‘stunning’ Art Deco style former care home with 26 bedrooms in North Devon is going under the hammer with a £695,000 freehold guide price. (THURS FEB 6)
Woodtown House is set in four acres of landscaped gardens and woodland at East-the-Water, on the edge of Bideford.
It is among 174 lots in the first auction of 2025 by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.
Auction Appraiser Steve Appleby said: “This stunning Art Deco style former care home offers numerous possibilities including use as a multi-generational family home, holiday apartments, guest house or continued use as a care establishment, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.”
Woodtown House features a grand entrance with gates, expansive gardens and ample parking for about fifteen vehicles.
The main house is surrounded by maintained level lawned gardens with several storage buildings and a large static structure previously used as a workshop.
It is being auctioned in arrangement with Ware Commercial.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/11/
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Residential development opportunity at auction
A former retirement complex on Exmoor is coming to auction with planning permission for new homes. (THURS FEB 6)
Lydiate Lodge at Rock Lodge Park, Lynton sits in about 0.58 acres (0.23 hectares) to the west of the town. It has a freehold guide price of £320,000 plus.
It received planning permission in February 2023 for demolition and erection of nine houses, subject to conditions.
Auction appraiser Steve Appleby said: “This development opportunity presents a unique opportunity on the west side of the picturesque Exmoor town of Lynton, just a stone's throw from the stunning Valley of the Rocks.
“The site, which enjoys a peaceful position in a cul-de-sac, provides a blank canvas for potential redevelopment, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.
“With local amenities within easy reach and the charming coastal town of Lynmouth accessible via the historic Cliff Railway, this location offers both convenience and scenic beauty, making it an ideal investment for various development projects.”
The care home was built in the late 1960s and extended in 2005. It has 15 bedrooms, communal lounge and a kitchen.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/17/
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Property with potential at auction
Land with planning permission for a three bedroom house in central Dartmouth is going under the auctioneer’s gavel.
The triangular shaped parcel of land in Vicarage Hill has a freehold guide price of £95,000 plus.
Auction Appraiser James Lofthouse said: “This land is well located in the centre of the popular sailing town of Dartmouth.
“It benefits from detailed planning permission for a generously sized house and off-road parking.
“Once work has completed, would make an impressive family home or substantial holiday let.”
The site extends to 0.08 hectare (0.2 acres).
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In Torquay, a refurbished detached cottage with an annexe and parking has a freehold guide of £150,000 plus.
Woodbine Cottage in Palm Road, in the Torre area of Torquay, is close to the town centre and within easy reach of bus routes, shops, local schools and the harbour.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/149/
A four-bedroom detached house which requires completion works has a freehold guide of £200,000 plus in Penpethy Road, Brixham.
James said: “This is an opportunity to acquire a four-bedroom detached house which requires completion works.
“The property has been extended but is not fully finished, making a part complete project.
“It will be of interest to builders and developers as well as those looking to model to their requirements.”
The property has space for about six cars on its front driveway.
James added: “It is located in a pleasant tucked away residential area, enjoying panoramic open views stretching across the valley.”
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/134/
The lot is being auctioned in arrangement with Absolute Sales and Lettings.
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Double opportunity in Dawlish
Two adjacent commercial properties in Dawlish town centre offer opportunities for investors at auction.
The premises in The Strand are available separately, both are fully let to tenants. The first, at 18 The Strand, has a ground floor unit and first floor storage space.
It has a leasehold guide price of £105,000 plus. It is currently let to a tenant – a café - at £14,000 per annum. The property is being sold with the remainder of a 999-year lease from January 2006.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/93/
The second, at 20 The Strand, has a leasehold guide of £80,000. It is currently let to a tenant – a shop - at £10,500 per annum. The property is being sold with the remainder of a 999-year lease from 2008.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/27/
Senior Auction Appraiser Audrey Smith said: “These properties are in prime trading positions in the town centre and are close to the sea front and Dawlish Lawn.
“The offer an ideal opportunity for investors who may see the benefit of acquiring both properties.”
Both are being auctioned in arrangement with Stratton Creber Commercial Property Consultants.
In Tiverton, a one-bedroom mid-terrace house has a freehold guide of £50,000 plus. The property in Chapel Street is close to the town centre.
In Cullompton, a three-bedroom end-terrace house with planning permission for another house within its grounds has a freehold guide of £175,000 plus.
The property in St Andrews Estate has decking areas and a garden.
Audrey said: “This property is likely to appeal to builder developers for post work onward sale or buy-to-let investment as well as those looking for an ideal family home.” Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/163/
A licensed HMO property close to Exeter University which previously returned £40,800 per academic year is heading to auction.
The three-storey property in Blackboy Road, Exeter, has a freehold guide price of £295,000.
With five lettable rooms, it also has three shower rooms, a communal room and kitchen plus parking to the front and rear for several cars.
The property is being auctioned jointly with Cooksleys Residential Sales and Lettings of Exeter.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/156/
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In Crediton, a recently refurbished second floor flat in the town centre has a leasehold guide of £70,000 plus.
The well-presented apartment in the High Street is being sold with the remainder of a 999-year lease from January 2023.
Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/255/161/
Clive Emson Auctioneers, which has its regional office in Exeter, was recently awarded Residential Auction Service of the Year in The Negotiator Awards 2024, the Oscars of the UK’s residential agency sector.
The first auction of eight in 2025 by the firm, founded 36 years ago, concludes on 6 February, with bidding live from 4 February.
See https://www.cliveemson.co.uk for more details.