Summary - Lamacleave, Chawleigh EX18 7HP
5 bed 4 bath Detached
Rare Grade II thatched farmhouse with 77 acres, planning consent for annexe and holiday cottage..
Grade II listed five-bedroom thatched farmhouse with strong period features
About 76.94 acres of pasture and amenity woodland, split into five saleable lots
Planning consent for annexe and holiday cottage (Ref. 22/01661/FULL)
Range of traditional and modern farm buildings, including stables and Dutch barn
Private drainage to farmhouse — may require attention or upgrading
Some roof sheets suspected to contain asbestos; specialist survey recommended
Solar PV on car port generates FIT income (~£700–£800/yr)
Broadband and some services are limited; council tax band above average
Set in an outstanding rural position between Exmoor and Dartmoor, West Hill is a Grade II listed five-bedroom Devon longhouse with about 76.94 acres of productive pasture, amenity woodland and adaptable farm buildings. The farmhouse retains strong period character — exposed timbers, inglenook fireplaces and a thatched roof — and provides generous family accommodation with scope for dual occupancy. Solar PV on the car port produces a modest FIT income.
The traditional stone and cob farmyard surrounds useful modern and historic outbuildings including stables, livestock sheds, Dutch barn and two barns with planning consent (Ref. 22/01661/FULL) for conversion to a residential annexe and a holiday cottage. The holding is flexible: offered as a whole or in five lots, it suits a family smallholding, equestrian use, conservation projects or a tourism enterprise.
Buyers should note material considerations: the farmhouse’s Grade II listing will restrict alterations and add expense; drainage is to a private system that may need attention or upgrading; some farm building sheets may contain asbestos; and broadband is poor in parts. Council Tax is above average and the property will require ongoing maintenance typical of thatched, historic buildings.
Overall this is a rare opportunity to acquire a versatile, characterful smallholding in a peaceful, well-connected part of Devon. For purchasers prepared to manage listed-building responsibilities and countryside maintenance, the holding offers substantial lifestyle and income potential across agricultural, equestrian and holiday-let uses.
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