Nestled within a picturesque hamlet in the South Hams, this charming 16th-century detached cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home now requiring improvement, allowing buyers to modernise and restore to their own taste.

Stepping inside, the property retains a wealth of period features, including parquet flooring and an impressive inglenook fireplace with wood burner. The main living space offers a flexible layout with two reception rooms, one of which could serve as a snug or home office and also features a wood burner. The traditional kitchen/diner includes a solid oak fitted kitchen and a 1930s Aga, though updating is likely to be required. A utility room and separate WC complete the ground floor.

On the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, all enjoying a pleasant outlook over the surrounding countryside, along with a family bathroom in need of modernisation. Further potential is found in the attached double garage, part of which incorporates a shower room. Above, a spacious studio offers scope for conversion into an annexe, guest accommodation, or workspace, subject to any necessary consents.

Externally, the wraparound gardens are established but would benefit from general upkeep, featuring a variety of shrubs, mature planting, a greenhouse, and a garden room/shed. The property enjoys open views across neighbouring fields, creating a peaceful rural setting. Additional benefits include solar panels, a pellet boiler, double glazing, and off-road parking for two vehicles.

Harbourneford is a scenic hamlet set along the River Harbourne, surrounded by beautiful countryside. The nearby village of South Brent is within walking distance and offers a range of amenities including shops, healthcare facilities, a community centre, and pubs, while also providing easy access to Dartmoor and the wider South Hams area.

This is a wonderful opportunity to restore and enhance a historic home in an idyllic setting, creating a truly special countryside residence.

Auctioneer Comments: This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56-Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.

Detached House in South Brent