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Metcombe, Ottery St Mary

Land size
3.8 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Charming Devon Longhouse
  • Idyllic Location
  • Outstanding Gardens
  • Abundance of period features
  • Flexible living accommodation
  • Plot of Approx 3.8 acres
  • Endless possibilites
  • One of akind Property

Description

Coming to the market for the first time in over 40 years, Beatlands Farm is a charming and highly individual Devon longhouse, occupying one of the most idyllic and private settings in East Devon. Enjoying far-reaching rural views and surrounded by open countryside, the property is set within approximately 3.8 acres of beautiful grounds.
Approached via a private lane, the property is reached through a driveway providing parking for numerous vehicles. A pathway leads to the conservatory porch and main entrance.
Upon entering, the timeless character of this Devon longhouse is immediately apparent. The hallway opens into an impressive and beautifully proportioned living room, rich in charm with an open fireplace and an abundance of exposed beams. Originally two separate rooms, this elegant space now benefits from large windows with window seats, perfectly positioned to overlook the south-facing front garden.
At the heart of the home is a generous dining room featuring a striking fireplace. The fully fitted kitchen is complemented by a substantial pantry, while additional ground floor accommodation includes a cloakroom, utility room and a spacious rear conservatory, offering seamless views over the gardens beyond.
From the dining room, a doorway leads to a versatile wing comprising a study/sitting room, a double bedroom with dual-aspect windows, a family bathroom and an additional kitchen. This area lends itself perfectly to use as a self-contained annex, guest accommodation or multi-generational living.
To the first floor are three generous double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal suite is a particular highlight, enjoying dual-aspect windows with breathtaking countryside views, a large walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom.
OutsideThe gardens are a standout feature of Beatlands Farm, extending to approximately 3.8 acres. Mature flower and shrub borders surround the house, creating a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. The grounds include a picturesque pond and tranquil mere, a large and separate vegetable garden with accompanying sheds, two greenhouses, and a paddock. A stable block and garage further enhance the versatility and appeal of the land.
Directions
Leave the centre of Ottery St Mary along Mill Street, turning left at the 'Give-Way'. Go over the river bridge and turn left into Strawberry Lane (signposted West Hill). Take the 2nd left (Fluxton/Tipton St John). After about 2 miles turn right (Metcombe) and after about a mile as the road turns to the right take lane in front, follow the lane and the property will be found at the end.

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Location
Metcombe is positioned in a convenient yet rural area of East Devon, within easy reach of Exeter, Ottery St. Mary and Honiton and with good communication links including the A30, M5 Motorway and Exeter International Airport.
The highly sought after village of West Hill is 1.5 miles away with a village store and post office, church, village hall, garage, hairdressers and dental surgery. There is also a highly regarded primary school.
Ottery St. Mary, about 3.5 miles away has an excellent range of amenities, including a Sainsbury's supermarket, selection of independent shops, medical centre and popular secondary school, The King's School.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-04-14

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,697 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£223,684 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £189,038 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
53 E
63 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Tipton St John Church of England Primary School746 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    83
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • West Hill Primary School1.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    216
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Newton Poppleford Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    190
    Type
    Community school
  • Ottery St Mary Primary School2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    424
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Sidmouth Church of England Primary School3.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    448
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • The King's School2.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,097
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Sidmouth College3.5 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    825
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Cranbrook Education Campus4.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 16
    Pupils
    1,066
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Clyst Vale Community College6.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    944
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Honiton Community College7.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    637
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Morrisons Daily Ottery St Mary West Hill, West Hill1.4 miles
Sainsburys Ottery St Mary, Ottery St Mary2.4 miles
Waitrose Sidmouth, Sidmouth2.9 miles

GP surgery

Coleridge Medical Centre2.4 miles

Pharmacy

Well2.4 miles

Hospital

Ottery St Mary Hospital2.2 miles

Green space

Playing Field864 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Whimple Rail Station4 miles

Nearest bus stop

Farm101 metres

Typical drive times

Honiton16 min · 11 miles
Sidmouth11 min · 4.7 miles
Exeter (city)23 min · 13 miles
Ottery St Mary10 min · 3.4 miles
Budleigh Salterton16 min · 11 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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