Mine’s a double – two pubs in Crediton at auction

Two pubs in the Crediton area are going under the hammer at auction - the Cross Hotel at Copplestone and the White Hart Hotel in Bow.  (THURS MAY 1)

They are among 167 lots in the third sale of 2025 being held by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.

The Cross Hotel is in a dilapidated condition but has planning permission for conversion of part of the site into three residential properties. It has a freehold guide price of £100,000 plus.

Auction Appraiser Steve Appleby said: “While the main building requires substantial structural renovations and repair, it presents an excellent opportunity for further development, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.

“This property is ideal for developers looking to invest in a growing area with a rich history and community feel.”

Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/257/57/

The White Hart Hotel has a freehold guide of £280,000 plus. It  has owners’ accommodation with four bedrooms, two self-contained guest suites, a large beer garden and car park.

Steve said: “This freehold public house presents a unique opportunity for revitalisation.

“It may appeal to publicans or business people keen to take on a going concern or others how may have other projects in mind, such as residential conversion, subject to all of the necessary consents.”

Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/257/115/

In Exeter, a mid-terrace house in need of renovation has a freehold guide of £170,000 plus.

Located on East Wonford Hill, it has two bedrooms.

Steve said: “This property is ideal for those looking to invest and represents a great opportunity in a sought-after location.”

Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/257/152/ 

In Countess Wear Road, a one-bedroom flat with views of the river Exe has leasehold guide of £220,000.

It is being sold with the remainder of a 999-year lease from January 1980 plus one-third share of the freehold.

Steve said: “This self-contained apartment offers stunning views over the River Exe.

“It has potential for reconfiguration to provide spacious two-bedroom accommodation, subject to conditions.”

The apartment is being auctioned jointly with Samuels Estate Agents.

Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/257/76/

Land at and New Way, Woodbury Salterton, has a freehold guide of £20,000 plus.

It is located in a residential area and extends to 0.03 hectares (0.09 acres). East Devon District Council has placed the land for auction.

In Honiton, a former Methodist Chapel in New Street has a freehold guide of £75,000 plus.

With a total floor area of 138 sq m, it includes an entrance vestibule, office, kitchen, main hall and three cloakrooms with WC.

Senior Auction Appraiser Audrey Smith said: “This former Methodist chapel is situated in the centre of the popular market town of Honiton.

“It is considered to have potential for a variety of future uses, subject to all the necessary consents being obtained.”.

Watch the video: https://www.cliveemson.co.uk/properties/257/119/

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.

It will be attending the Landlord Investment Show on 30 April at Ashford International Hotel in Kent.

The third auction of eight in 2025 by the firm, founded 36 years ago, concludes on 1 May, with bidding live from 29 April.

If you are looking to sell your land or property at auction, contact us for a free, no obligation appraisal.