Princetown, Yelverton

Luscombe Maye is delighted to bring to the market Castle Farmhouse, a traditional Dartmoor farmhouse occupying an exceptional rural position with far-reaching views across the surrounding landscape. Requiring comprehensive renovation to bring it back to a habitable standard, the property offers an exciting opportunity to create an individual home in a secluded setting and is offered for sale by Formal Tender.

Set within approximately 6.04 acres of open countryside, the farmhouse enjoys a wonderfully peaceful and private position, with its generous grounds providing scope to enhance both the property and its surroundings (subject to the necessary planning consent). The combination of the existing farmhouse, land and outstanding views presents an increasingly rare opportunity in one of the South West’s most distinctive landscapes.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and currently comprises a kitchen/dining room, two reception rooms, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Original features, including some exposed beams, traditional fireplaces and areas of original stonework, provides a foundation for a sympathetic renovation while retaining the character and heritage of the building.

Castle Farmhouse offers the opportunity to transform a traditional Dartmoor property into a truly individual home, with the space and setting to create something exceptional.

MATERIAL INFORMATION

Verified Material Information

Costs and tenure
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax band: D
EPC rating: G

The building
Detached house, non-standard construction (Property is derelict)
Building safety issue disclosed
Accessibility adaptations: None
Loft access: no
Outside areas: Front garden, Rear garden, and Side garden
No spray foam insulation

Services
No mains electricity
No mains water
Foul drainage: Septic tank
No mains surface water drainage
Heating features: None
Broadband: ADSL copper wire
Mobile coverage: O2 ok, Vodafone good, Three ok, EE ok
Parking: Off Street
Not in a controlled parking zone
No disabled parking available

Risks and restrictions
No tree preservation order
Non-coal mining area: yes
Specialist issues:
- Asbestos: Details not known - potentially cement asbestos roof structure to derelict stable block - buyer should rely on their own enquiries
Onward chain: no
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METHOD OF SALE

Castle Farmhouse is being offered for sale by Formal Tender (unless sold prior), with a closing date of Wednesday 25th November 2026 at 12 noon.

Tenders must be submitted to 6 Fore Street, South Brent, TQ10 9BQ in an envelope clearly marked 'Castle Farmhouse'.

Buyers who wish to submit a tender will be required to complete and sign the tender form and provide any supporting documentation as detailed within the Legal Pack available from the solicitor acting for the seller (see Legal Pack below).

Any tender received by the deadline date will be subject to contract. Prospective purchasers should be aware that upon acceptance of their tender offer, a 10% deposit of the agreed sale price will be payable to the agent acting for the seller (or via the buyers solicitor), within 24 hours of written acceptance of their offer. Failure to do so within this time frame will result in the tender being rejected.

Should a tender be acceptable to the seller and the 10% deposit received within the time frame outlined above, this will then constitute exchange of contracts and legal completion including payment of the balance of the purchase price will follow approximately 28 days later or by the time frame set out in the Legal Pack.

If the deposit is failed to be presented by the successful tender, then the Formal Tender Conditions will not be met, this will result in the tender being rejected.

Moreover, the successful purchaser will be liable to pay the sum of 1% plus VAT (subject to a minimum fee of £3500 plus VAT) as an administration fee to the Agent in addition to their tender on completion.

Please note, 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.

LEGAL PACK

A copy of the legal pack may be requested from Luscombe Maye, South Brent.

AGENTS NOTE

Due to the condition of the building, all persons must sign an access and issues of risk form prior to viewing the property.

Property is considered to be a local heritage asset due to its association with local tin extraction.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

West Devon Borough Council, Kilworthy Park, Drake Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0BZ

The property is within Dartmoor National Park.

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.

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PRINCETOWN 

Princetown is a charming and distinctive village situated in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, surrounded by beautiful open moorland and spectacular countryside. The area offers a peaceful rural setting while still providing a good range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, pubs and community facilities. With its scenic walks, dramatic landscapes and easy access to the wider Dartmoor area, Princetown is an ideal location for those looking to enjoy a quieter way of life whilst remaining within easy reach of Yelverton and nearby towns.