Near Blackpool Sands
South West
£320,000
Listed on 05/11/2026
Listed on 05/11/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
End Of TerraceArea
994 sqftFeatures
- Garden
Description
This three-bedroom semi-detached cottage is set in Blackpool Valley, within reach of Stoke Fleming, Blackpool Sands and Dartmouth. The accommodation includes an open-plan kitchen and breakfast area, a separate living room, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The kitchen has fitted cupboards, a double oven, hob and sink, with space for a dishwasher; a Rayburn sits in the dining area. A separate utility space provides washing-machine plumbing and scope for storage or additional units. The living room has windows on two sides, a substantial chimney breast and exposed timber ceiling beams.
The property is described as requiring renovation and modernisation. Outside, the extensive rear garden is arranged over two levels and includes lawn, a stream and a weeping willow. The areas close to the cottage are noted as needing improvement and landscaping, while the wider garden offers further scope to shape the outdoor space. On-street parking is available at the front. Mains electricity and water are connected, with shared private drainage; the EPC rating is E.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
63out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £320,000, this cottage is priced at £322 per sq ft, 18.5% below the local average—a clear opportunity to acquire below the area’s typical £/sq ft. Its setting is a particular draw: an extensive established garden with a stream, mature planting and a peaceful position near the South Devon coast, alongside character features including exposed beams and a substantial fireplace.
The interiors offer a medium-scale project, with dated and worn finishes across several rooms, including visible staining on walls and ceilings. There is scope to refresh the kitchen and bathroom, update flooring and redecorate, while the garden’s rougher edges invite landscaping. Moss or organic growth is visible on parts of the roof and merits inspection. The overall score is C: the attractive entry price and setting are balanced by moderate economics, so the project’s value will depend on managing the improvement programme carefully.
Key opportunities
- Acquire at £322 per sq ft, 18.5% below the local average, while taking on a cottage with a distinctive rural-coastal setting.
- Refresh the dated interiors, including the kitchen and bathroom, and improve flooring and finishes to create a more cohesive home.
- Make the most of the extensive garden, stream, mature planting and established lawn with considered landscaping; retain and highlight the exposed beams and substantial fireplace.
Key risks
- Staining is visible on walls and ceilings in several rooms; investigate the cause and extent before planning redecoration.
- Moss or organic growth is visible on parts of the slate roof, so its condition and any maintenance needs should be checked.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Paignton Rail Station
7.7 miles
Train · Paignton
Totnes Rail Station
8.0 miles
Train · Totnes
Torquay Rail Station
9.7 miles
Train · Torquay
Torre Rail Station
10.5 miles
Train · Torre
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