Compact two-bed Victorian cottage — Homewise Lifetime Lease prices for over‑60s from £124,000..
Two-bedroom Victorian end-of-terrace cottage, period features retained
Compact footprint ~454 sq ft across two storeys, low ceilings throughout
Homewise Home for Life typical price guide £124,000 (age-dependent)
Full market value listed at £185,000; Lifetime Lease saves vary 20–50%
Tenure/lease, fixtures and consents unverified—solicitor to confirm
Local area: very deprived classification; crime level above average
No flood risk; mobile signal excellent and broadband speeds fast
Best suited to over-60s downsizers; not ideal for large households
A compact two-bedroom Victorian cottage in Brixham, offered as a retirement-friendly purchase using the Homewise Home for Life Lifetime Lease. The property keeps original period features — exposed brick, beamed ceilings and sash windows — and sits as an end-of-terrace with a side passage. At about 454 sq ft across two storeys, it offers an intimate layout suited to single retirees or couples looking to downsize.
The Home for Life guide price for eligible buyers (aged 60+) is shown at £124,000 based on an illustrative 33% saving against the full market value of £185,000. The actual Lifetime Lease price depends on your age, circumstances and the percentage of the property you choose to safeguard (up to 50%). If you prefer, the property can also be purchased at full market value — buyers should use the Homewise calculator or request a personalised quote.
Buyers should note material factors: the home is small with low ceilings and limited internal space, and the local area scores high for deprivation with above-average crime statistics. Tenure details are not confirmed here — a solicitor must verify lease/tenure, fixtures, fittings and any planning history before exchange. Broadband and mobile signal are strong and there is no flood risk, but the cottage will suit those seeking a compact, characterful retirement base rather than a large family home.
This property will appeal to downsizers and retirees prioritising location, period character and lower upfront cost options through a Lifetime Lease. It would suit someone comfortable with a small, multi-storey layout and willing to verify legal and maintenance matters before committing.