6 bed detached house for sale

Horsebrook, Avonwick TQ10

Description

Luscombe Maye are delighted to offer for sale Primrose Farm — a superb detached modern country home, accompanied by a modern farm building with residential planning permission, all set within approximately 2.8 acres of land.

This exceptional opportunity combines high-quality rural living with development potential, making it ideal for those seeking a lifestyle property with added flexibility — whether for multi-generational living, or future investment (subject to the relevant consents).

The property is being offered for sale by Informal Tender, as a whole or in separate lots, so please read on for further details.

Lot 1 - Primrose Farm with paddock

Luscombe Maye are delighted to bring to market Primrose Farm, a detached modern country home, that seamlessly blends traditional farmhouse charm with contemporary design. Completed in 2021, this impressive property has been finished to an exceptionally high standard, featuring quality fixtures and fittings throughout.

Upon entering the home, you are welcomed by a spacious vaulted entrance hall, where a striking herringbone-pattern tiled floor flows seamlessly into the adjoining ground-floor spaces with underfloor heating providing a comfortable ambient temperature throughout the ground floor. The wooden staircase provides a natural focal point, rising to the upper level.

At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. This part-vaulted space has been thoughtfully designed for both family life and entertaining, offering an abundance of natural light and a smooth transition between cooking, dining, and seating areas. The kitchen features a central island with breakfast bar, a Quooker tap, an electric Everhot cooker, and a full suite of integrated appliances. Adjacent to the main kitchen is a fully equipped back kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry, Bosch oven, and additional space for a fridge freezer and dishwasher. The layout easily accommodates space for a large dining table, as well as a spacious adjoining sitting area, great for family and guests which enjoys an inset gas fire. A separate reception room offers a cosier setting, enhanced by engineered oak flooring and an exposed stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove—bringing a touch of rustic charm.

Elsewhere on the ground floor, a dedicated home office provides a quiet space for work or study. A utility/laundry room has space and plumbing for a washing machine and, tumble dryer, a boot room with back door, ground-floor W.C., and an additional shower room add further practicality and convenience for every day living.

The first floor is home to the master suite—an expansive bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom, complete with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, and twin sinks. Two further double bedrooms also occupy this floor, each with its own contemporary en-suite shower room. Each of these bedrooms offers countryside views, and from some windows, you can even catch a glimpse of the rolling hills of Dartmoor in the distance. The second floor features three additional bedrooms served by a well-appointed family bathroom. Each room enjoys access to the eaves, providing useful storage space.

The property is approached via a sweeping driveway that leads to the front of the house, providing ample parking. The gardens wrap around the side and rear, creating a generous outdoor space, while an enclosed paddock of approximately 1/2 an acre opposite offers an additional area of green space — ideal for a variety of uses.

Lot 2 - Class Q Barn with planning permission to convert into a residential dwelling

Luscombe Maye is delighted to bring to market a substantial general purpose modern farm building extending to 89'3 x 49'3 (4395 square feet / 408.2 square metres) which has planning permission for change of use to a residential dwelling. Located on the outskirts of South Brent, the property offers an exceptional chance to create a spacious, bespoke home in a desirable rural setting. There is paddock of approximately 1/2 an acre adjacent to the barn.

Planning consent

The building has been granted approval for a change of use to 1No dwellinghouse (class 3) & for associated development (class Q (a+b)) Dated 30th April 2024. (Planning reference 0686/24/pdm)

The development must be completed within a 3 year period from the date of permission granted (30/04/2024).

The dwelling proposed is 6 bedrooms arranged over the ground floor, with a mezzanine level. A copy of the consent and full details of the application can be found on South Hams District Council’s planning portal website.

It is understood that the residential planning permission for the farm building is subject to the removal of the two additional barns currently on site.

Material information

Verified Material Information
Council Tax band: F
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: House
Property construction: Standard brick and block construction
Energy Performance rating: C
Electricity supply: Mains electricity
Solar Panels: No
Other electricity sources: No
Water supply: Mains water supply
Sewerage: Septic tank
Heating: Lpg-powered central heating is installed. The system was installed on 29 Jan 2020.
Heating features: Double glazing, Underfloor heating, and Wood burner
Broadband: Adsl copper wire
Mobile coverage: O2 - Good, Vodafone - Good, Three - Good, EE - Good
Parking: Private and Driveway
Building safety issues: No
Restrictions - Listed Building: No
Restrictions - Conservation Area: Anob area
Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None
Public right of way: No
Long-term area flood risk: No
Historical flooding: No
Flood defences: No
Coastal erosion risk: No
Planning permission issues: No
Accessibility and adaptations: Level access
Coal mining area: No
Non-coal mining area: No
Loft access: No
All information is provided without warranty. Contains hm Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The information contained is intended to help you decide whether the property is suitable for you. You should verify any answers which are important to you with your property lawyer or surveyor or ask for quotes from the appropriate trade experts: Builder, plumber, electrician, damp, and timber expert.

To ensure legal compliance, we require our sellers to complete a Property Information Questionnaire or provide a Material Information Guide along with the title document. If available, please scan the qr code or access the additional online material information . Alternatively, you can contact our team for this information.

Method of sale

The property is being offered for sale by Informal Tender (unless sold prior), such that purchasers’ are invited to submit their highest and final offers in a sealed envelope by Tuesday 11th November 2025. Tender forms are available on request from the Sole Selling Agent.

All tenders must be submitted to either 6 Fore Street, South Brent, TQ10 9BQ in an envelope clearly marked ‘Primrose Farm’.

The seller does not undertake to accept the highest or any of the offers and the seller reserves the right to withdraw, alter or amend the way in which the land is offered for sale.

Buyer(s) will be required to exchange contracts within eight weeks of their solicitor receiving a draft contract.

Local authority

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE.

Lettings

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please inform us and we can put you in contact with the Lettings team who would be delighted to discuss our range of bespoke services with you.

Viewings

By appointment with Luscombe Maye, South Brent.

Directions

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avonwick

Avonwick is a charming village located on the River Avon, in the heart of the South Hams area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The A38 Devon Expressway is within a mile, connecting to the M5 and national road network. The village offers a friendly community atmosphere, a pretty Victorian church, automotive garage and a well-regarded public house and restaurant. The Avon Vale Tennis Club is reputed to be one of the oldest lawn tennis clubs in the world and is a popular gathering place for many in the local area. There are three popular primary schools within three miles and three comprehensive schools within six miles. The delightful Elizabethan town of Totnes is just five miles away with a full range of services and facilities including a mainline train station offering services to Plymouth, Exeter and on to Bristol, Cardiff and London.

Useful facilities can also be found in South Brent with churches, a primary school, and a range of local retailers. Dartmoor is nearby offering countryside walks and some of the finest beaches on the south coast being within easy reach.