Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to Lower Wyke Farm, Axminster, a cozy and compact type home with 11 bed in the EX13 8TN area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £1,485,000 and a rental potential of £9,653 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Additional analysis
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"Set in about 3.4 acres, Lower Wyke has been subject to an extensive programme of re-building and renovation, all carried out with great attention to detail. The 5 bedroom Grade II Listed farmhouse provides spacious, flexible accommodation with a private garden and the annexe, two holiday cottages and courtyard of mixed use commercial buildings bring in a useful income. Further unconverted outbuildings on site offer potential for development subject to obtaining the relevant consents. No EPC required
Introduction In an accessible location close to the borders of Devon, Somerset and Dorset, Lower Wyke Farm has fabulous, far-reaching views to the west towards the Blackdown Hills and the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set in about 3.4 acres, the property has been subject to an extensive programme of re-building and renovation, all done with great attention to detail. The 5 bedroom Grade II Listed farmhouse provides spacious, flexible accommodation with a private garden and the annexe, two holiday cottages and courtyard of mixed use commercial buildings bring in a useful income. Further unconverted outbuildings on site offer potential for development subject to obtaining the relevant consents. Situation Axminster (1 mile) provides a wide range of day to day facilities including supermarkets, the renowned River Cottage Canteen, and a rail service to London Waterloo. Secondary schooling is well provided for with the Axe Valley College within the town and the highly regarded Colyton Grammar School and the Woodroffe School at Lyme Regis and Colyford.
The Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis (5 miles) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for geology and fossils. This pretty town also has the famous harbour called the Cobb providing shelter for boats. The South West Coast Path, originally created by coastguards, patrolling the south west peninsula looking out for smugglers, and now the longest National Trail in the country, can be joined at many points nearby.
Honiton (9 miles), on the edge of the Blackdown Hills AONB is an historic market town with a range of day to day amenities including a rail service to London Waterloo and is widely renowned for its specialist antique and book shops. The Farmhouse This L-shaped, Grade II Listed farmhouse, built from local stone, has been carefully renovated and extended by the current owners. Providing excellent family accommodation with the comfort of underfloor heating and double glazing throughout, many charming period features have also been retained. Please see the floor plan for greater detail but in brief the accommodation comprises: Entrance hall, part of the original part of the farmhouse with exposed beams, cloakroom, stairs to the first floor and a door to the garden. To the left, and in the newer part of the property, is the dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room with oil fired Aga, range of base and wall cupboards and an island unit. Beyond this is a triple aspect utility room. In the older part of the house the sitting room has a flagstone floor, exposed beams, large fireplace with bread oven and wood burning stove. Steps down into the sun lounge a lovely, light room with far reaching countryside views. From the sitting room there is a step up to the dining room, with exposed beams and a part plank and muntin screen. Second hallway with stairs to the first floor. Dual aspect drawing room with exposed beams and fireplace with wood burning stove. On the first floor the master suite is in the newer part and offers a dual aspect bedroom with en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath and separate dressing room. Bedroom 2 is a double with access to the loft. Bedroom 3 is in the older part and has a high ceiling with exposed A-frame beams and steps down to an en-suite bathroom with 4 piece suite. Bedroom 4 is a double bedroom. Bedroom 5, another double, has an en-suite shower room. There is a 4 piece family bathroom and storage in the eaves.
To the rear of the farmhouse is a private terrace and gardens. To the front are further gardens and parking. The impressive nature of this house along with its many entrance doors, two staircases, extensive range of rooms and the ability to split the heating system provides potential to divide the dwelling. Bedrooms 3, 4 and 5 would make excellent Bed & Breakfast rooms and this first floor wing can be closed off from the rest of the house. Alternatively the property would be ideal for those looking for multi-generational living. The Annexe/Milking Parlour This single storey property has a lovely open plan living room/dining room/kitchen with a vaulted ceiling, wood burning stove and double doors to a small patio. There are two double bedrooms, a bathroom and underfloor heating throughout. This property has permission to be used as annexe accommodation to the main farmhouse. The Holiday Cottages The two holiday cottages were converted from stone barns in 2016 and now offer high quality and well-presented upside down holiday accommodation with spectacular views across the surrounding countryside. Both cottages have similar layouts with two bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor and an open plan living room/dining room/kitchen on the first floor. There is an interconnecting door between the two cottages at first floor level. Further information and images can be found on www.holidaycottages.co.uk.search for The Dairy and The Granary. Outbuildings There is an extensive range of outbuildings used for a variety of purposes. In brief they comprise:
Agricultural building with Industrial B1 Use (10.07m x 17.9m plus a mezzanine level 7.32m x 10.07m)
At the entrance to the site is an agricultural building which is currently let to a boat repair workshop. This is a substantial building with roller doors and a mezzanine level for additional storage/office space.
The driveway forks to a courtyard of buildings:
An agricultural building with roller door 7.23m x 8.95m. Adjoining garage 3.3m x 6.10m.
A workshop and office building (B1/B8 use) - on the ground floor are two workshops (5.5m x 5.6m and 5.5m x 4.8m). Cloakroom and on the half landing is a cupboard housing the washing machine and tumble drier used by holiday guests. On the first floor there are two offices (5.5m x 5.6m and 5.5m x 4.8m). One has access to the loft store for the Biomass boiler wood pellets.
Workshop (13.51m x 8.82m) and adjoining car port (13.7m x 5.2m). Log store.
To the side of the holiday cottages is a building housing the Biomass Boiler (which provides the heating and hot water for the whole site). The land To the north of the farmhouse is a field (approx. 2.4 acres) with a track to an open fronted storage shed (approx. 6.56m x 14.4m). The private water supply and storage tank are located in this field. Services Mains electricity. Private water supply. Private drainage.
Biomass 60kw boiler providing heating and hot water to the whole site.
Oil tank (for AGA) and red diesel storage tank. Outgoings Farmhouse Council Tax Band G
Rateable values:
Large Workshop x1 ?9,500
Small Workshop x2 ?2,500 each. Total ?5,000 .
Office x 2 ?2,100 each. Total ?4,200
Holiday cottages x 2 ?3,000 each. Total ?6,000
NB THE CURRENT OWNER RECEIVES 100% SMALL BUSINESS RATES RELIEF ON ALL PROPERTIES EXCEPT THE LARGE WORKSHOP Viewing Strictly by appointment through Stags Holiday Complex department on 01392 680058 or Stags Honiton on 01404 45885.
These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose. These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose."
