Lynmouth

A Grade II Listed early 19th-century seafront property in Lynmouth, comprising the main Manor, three cottages and additional outbuildings, set within grounds of more than an acre. The Manor is described as having seven reception rooms, eight bedrooms and six bathrooms. The accommodation also includes Manor Cottage, a two-bedroom cottage linked to the main house, the separate Coach House with seven or eight bedrooms and two bathrooms, and Mermaid Cottage, which has two bedrooms. The Old Distillery is a two-storey stone barn. The buildings have previously been used as a hotel, restaurant, café and care home. The listing states that significant renovation remains, with works already started; some parts of the Coach House and other areas are unsafe to access. The grounds include lawns, hardstanding and parking, with sea views and a private drive. The Old Distillery and other buildings may offer scope for future development, subject to the necessary consents. The stated current planning use is hotel, and any change of use would require formal permission. The property is leasehold, with the remainder of a 125-year lease from October 2015, a stated annual ground rent of £30,000 and a full repairing and insuring obligation. The lease also requires considerable renovation, and the sale of the lease is subject to council approval of the prospective tenant. Buyers should review the lease terms and obtain professional advice before proceeding.