3 bed detached house for sale

Maidencombe, Torquay TQ1

Auction: Cliffside property with planning for detached dwelling The property is to be offered online by 247 Propertry Auctions on 11 September 2026. To register to bid, view legal documentation or for general auction enquiries please contact the auctioneers or visit their website .

guide price: £325,000 plus, plus fees. Block viewings available. Please call 247 Property Auctions on to arrange.

A truly unique opportunity to acquire this cliffside property which currently comprises a three bedroom detached cabin that has uninterrupted Sea views toward Babbacombe Bay and Lyme Bay. The land extends to circa 0.18 hectares (0.45 acres).

This property now has the benefit of a grant of Planning consent for the erection of a grand designs style detached dwelling and will be of huge appeal to both owner-occupiers and developers alike. A grant of planning permission was issued by Torbay Council on the 19th September 2023 for the formation of a new dwelling to replace existing under application number P/2023/0812.

Auction Notice

John Lake Estate Agents are acting as joint agent in connection with the marketing of this property. The auction is being conducted by 247 Property Auctions Ltd, who are responsible for the auction process, bidder registration, legal pack and online bidding.

All prospective purchasers wishing to participate in the auction must register directly with 247 Property Auctions and should familiarise themselves with the auction terms, conditions and legal documentation prior to bidding.

Full auction details, including registration and bidding information, can be found at:

The Location Of Maidencombe

The hamlet of Maidencombe is a true Devon Lifestyle, enviably positioned between the coastal town of Torquay and the estuary Village of Shaldon with Teignmouth beyond, together offering an array of amenities, leisure activities and mooring facilities. The sheltered cove of Maidencombe Beach provides a café in the warmer months, and dogs welcome all year round. From The Cabin, the beautiful South Devon Coastpath meanders toward Torbay or Shaldon, taking in some of the finest views in Devon.

Current Cabin Accommodation

Kitchen with scullery and walk-in larder, living/dining room, three bedrooms and wet room.

Outside

The Property enjoys a veranda with storeroom whilst there are various outbuildings and raised hut which houses the composting toilet. The vendor has installed a proper Solido Sewage Treatment Plant by wci about 4 years ago, approved by Torbay Council.

Mobile & Broadband Coverage

Broadband: Superfast available.
Mobile: Good outside, may be variable inside.
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Directions

Sat nav: TQ1 4TS.
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Parking Advice

Parking for viewings is advised in the pay and display Maidencombe Beach Car Park, or on Steep Hill (subject to availability) as the unmade shared driveway to The Cabin and neighbouring homes is narrow with limited parking at the property. It is advised best to walk up, following the South West Coast Path toward Shaldon.

Important Information

All lots are sold subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Special Conditions of Sale (unless varied by the Sellers Solicitors), together with the Addendum (if applicable), which will be available on Auction Day via the auctioneer, 247propertyauctions.

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