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Guide Price£850,000

Church Road, Lympstone, Exmouth

Land size
1.2 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Sought after village of Lympstone
  • Detached Chalet Bungalow with 1.2 Acre Plot
  • Sitting Room with doors leading out to the rear garden
  • Dining Room
  • Kitchen/Breakfast Room
  • Downstairs Shower Room
  • 2/3 Bedrooms
  • First floor Shower Room with separate WC
  • Garage and driveway parking
  • No Chain

Description

Detached Chalet Bungalow occupying a 1.2 acre plot within this sought after village. On the market for the first time in 40 years, the property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a family home ripe for development/ extension.

Sitting Room with doors leading out to the rear garden

Dining Room

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

2/3 Bedrooms

Ground floor bedroom/study

Ground floor shower room

2 First floor Bedrooms and shower room

Gas Central Heating

Lawned gardens reaching down to Wotton Brook, with access down Stone Lane.

Garage and driveway parking

No onward chain

DESCRIPTION: 
A detached chalet bungalow occupying an impressive 1.2-acre plot in this highly sought-after village, offered to the market for the first time in over 40 years. This much-loved home presents a rare opportunity for buyers looking to create their ideal family residence, with excellent potential for development or extension (subject to the necessary permissions). The flexible accommodation currently comprises 2/3 bedrooms. On the ground floor there is a versatile bedroom or study, a shower room, together with a spacious sitting room, dining room and a kitchen/breakfast room overlooking the gardens. Upstairs are two further bedrooms served by a shower room.The property sits within generous gardens of approximately 1.2 acres, offering privacy and wonderful outdoor space, with the grounds leading down to Wotton Brook, creating an attractive natural setting.
A unique opportunity to acquire a substantial plot with a charming home offering huge potential in a desirable village location.

SITUATION: Lympstone is a highly desirable estuary village on the East Devon coast, offering a rare blend of historic charm and modern convenience. With narrow lanes, characterful period homes and a strong community spirit, the village boasts a range of amenities including a primary school, local shop, post office, two traditional pubs, tennis courts, a sailing club, and access to the scenic Exe Estuary Trail. Residents enjoy easy access to watersports, countryside walks, and fine dining at the Michelin-starred Lympstone Manor. Excellent transport links include the village's own railway station with regular services to Exeter and Exmouth, quick access to the A376 and M5, and direct connections for cyclists and walkers along the estuary trail. Ideal for those seeking coastal living with commuter convenience, Lympstone offers a unique and highly sought-after lifestyle.

The accommodation comprises (all measurements are approximate) :-

ENTRANCE Solid oak entrance door to...

RECEPTION HALLWAY Solid wood flooring. Built-in under stairs cupboard. Recess display alcove with cupboards under. Radiator. Walk in cloaks cupboard with radiator and opaque window to the side. Stairs lead up to the first floor. Window to the front. Coved ceiling. Doors lead off to...

SITTING ROOM 19' (5.79m) x 11' 5" (3.48m):
Solid wood flooring throughout. Window to the front and rear. Two radiators. Coved ceiling. Feature fireplace. Glazed door leading out onto the rear balcony, with tiled floor and steps down onto the garden.

DINING ROOM 14' 4" (4.37m) x 12' 4" (3.76m):
Window to the rear and to the side. Built-in shelved cupboard. Coved ceiling. Radiator.

SNUG/STUDY 12' (3.66m) x 12' (3.66m):
Window to the front. Opaque window to the side. Coved ceiling. Radiator.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 17' 8" (5.38m) x 12' (3.66m):
Roll edge worktop surfaces with inset double bowl stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer tap. Inset 4 ring gas hob. Oak fronted cupboards and drawers under with space for dishwasher, washing machine and fridge. Built-in double oven. Matching wall mounted cupboards. Wall mounted gas fired boiler. Radiator. Window to the side and rear with an opaque glazed door leading to the outside.

SHOWER ROOM 10' 6" (3.20m) x 7' 4" (2.24m):
Large shower cubicle with glass screen in fully tiled surround. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin in tiled splashback. Mirrored medicine cabinet. Window to the rear. Radiator. Fitted storage.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING A generous landing with a window to the rear. Radiator. Fitted storage cupboard. Doors leading off to...

BEDROOM 1 14' 3" (4.34m) x 11' 5" (3.48m):
Window to the rear. Radiator. Eaves storage.

BEDROOM 2 14' 3" (4.34m) x 12' (3.66m):
Window to the rear. Radiator. Eaves storage.

SHOWER ROOM 6' 8" (2.03m) x 3' 9" (1.14m):
Shower base with electric shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Window to the rear. Radiator. Shaver point. Mirrored cabinet. Electric runged radiator.

WC 5' 1" (1.55m) x 4' 3" (1.30m):
Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Window to the rear. Radiator. Built-in double storage cupboard.

OUTSIDE
To the front, the garden is mainly laid to lawn with a planted bed and paved pathway leading to the entrance and giving access around the side of the property to the rear. A private driveway provides OFF ROAD PARKING for two cars and leads to the attached GARAGE (17' 5" (5.31m) x 9' (2.74m).

The rear garden is particularly large, with the overall plot extending to approximately 1.2 acres, and must be seen to be fully appreciated for both its size and maturity. The garden features a number of mature trees, a crazy-paved patio area, planted beds, a greenhouse, and a cob-stone built outhouse. The property also benefits from side access via Stone Lane.

DIRECTIONS: From Exeter take the Exmouth Road passing through Topsham, Ebford and Exton. After the Lympstone Marine Training Camp take the second turning to the right into Lympstone, then fork left onto Strawberry Hill. Continue to the bottom of Strawberry Hill and Aggies Orchard can be found directly opposite here on Church Road.

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TENURE: Freehold

COUNCIL TAX: Band G

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-09-15

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,727 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£708,333 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £198,060 / 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
72 C

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

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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
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Garden
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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 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

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

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

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

  • Lympstone Church of England Primary School237 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    160
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Brixington Primary Academy1.5 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    351
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Withycombe Raleigh Church of England Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    611
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Marpool Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Inadequate
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    192
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Exeter Road Community Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    170
    Type
    Foundation school

Secondary

  • Exmouth Community College1.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    2,031
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Dawlish College4.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    782
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Matford Brook Academy5.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 16
    Pupils
    276
    Type
    Free schools
  • St Peter's Church of England Aided School5.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,305
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Isca Academy5.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    860
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* 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

Co-op 190b Exeter Road Exmouth, Exmouth1.3 miles
Morrisons Daily Exmouth Pines Road, Exmouth1.4 miles
Tesco Exmouth Churchill Rd Express, Exmouth1.6 miles

GP surgery

Woodbury Surgery2 miles

Pharmacy

Day Lewis Pharmacy1.4 miles

Hospital

Exmouth Hospital2.2 miles

Green space

Playing Field263 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

Lympstone Village Rail Station519 metres

Nearest bus stop

Marine Estate455 metres

Typical drive times

Exmouth7 min · 2.6 miles
Topsham10 min · 4.3 miles
Sidmouth17 min · 10 miles
Exeter (city)21 min · 9.5 miles
Budleigh Salterton9 min · 5.1 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 3Higher risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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