Higher Radway Farm, Bishopsteignton, Teignmouth, Devon
- Land size
- 5 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Elevated position with far-reaching views over the Teign Estuary, sea, and Dartmoor
- 1950s farmhouse with scope for full refurbishment
- Option to either renovate or rebuild, offering flexibility to buyers
- Set in approximately 5 acres of gently sloping land with more (or less) land available by negotiation
- Private and peaceful setting above the sought-after village of Bishopsteignton
- Excellent access to Teignmouth, Newton Abbot, and Exeter
- Close to beaches, Dartmoor National Park, and major transport links
Description
Set high above the Teign Estuary in an outstanding elevated position, Higher Radway Farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to refurbish or reimagine a substantial family home with some of the most captivating views in South Devon. Offered with approximately 5 acres of land (more or less available by negotiation), this is a flexible proposition for those seeking privacy, scenery, and potential.
The Property
Originally constructed in 1956, the farmhouse currently extends to 2184 sq ft and features a generous layout ideal for updating.
Accommodation includes:
Entrance hall
Kitchen and utility room
Dining room
Sitting room
Garden room
Five bedrooms
Family bathroom and shower room
The property is perfect for refurbishment throughout and would make a wonderful spacious home with spectacular views. Although not essential, the new owner could utilise the approved planning permission to demolish and rebuild. Please contact us for more information.
Outside
The property is being offered with around 5 acres of grounds, however should a buyer wish to have more or indeed less, then the seller is more than happy to discuss. As well as garden around the property, there is also an outdoor swimming pool. From its elevated setting, you'll enjoy panoramic, uninterrupted views from the open sea at Teignmouth, along the Teign Estuary, and up towards Dartmoor. There is also planning permission in place to create a new private access driveway, enhancing privacy and accessibility.
Location
The property occupies a superb position above the Teign Estuary, providing unique panoramic views across the surrounding landscape. It is conveniently located just 1 mile from Bishopsteignton—a friendly village offering a primary school and a welcoming community atmosphere— The picturesque village of Shaldon is on the opposite side of the estuary and around 3 miles away. Shaldon exudes coastal charm with its independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and a scenic sandy beach. Teignmouth is also nearby, offering a range of amenities, sea and estuary beaches, and a traditional pier. The market town of Newton Abbot is also easily accessible. Exeter, with its rich heritage and extensive amenities, is easily accessible in around 20 minutes. Higher Radway Farm enjoys excellent transport links, including the A380 dual carriageway with direct access to the M5 motorway and convenient railway connections from Newton Abbot to London Paddington in around 2.5 hours, meaning Higher Radway Farm is an ideal location for those needing good communication links whilst enjoying a private setting with countryside, estuary and sea views.
Useful Information
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: Band G (£4106.10 for 2025-2026)
Local Authority: Teignbridge District Council
Services: mains electricity, mains water, private drainage, and oil-fired central heating.
Flood Risk: Yearly risk of flooding, Very Low - according to the government flood risk check service.
Broadband Availability: Ultrafast available with speeds up to 1000MBPS (according to Offcom Broadband Checker)
Mobile Phone Reception: Limited to Likely indoors on all carriers. Likely outside on all carriers (according to Offcom Broadband Checker)
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with the sole agents By Design – Telephone 01392 982952 or via email at [email protected]
EPC: Band D
Distances
Teignmouth – 2 miles
Newton Abbot – 6 miles
Exeter – 15 miles
Bristol – 85 miles
Leisure / International Travel
Teignmouth Golf Course – 1 mile
Torquay Marina – 8 miles
Dartmoor National Park – 10 miles
Exeter Airport – 20 miles
Plymouth Ferryport – 40 miles
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations: By Design is supervised by HMRC for compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations. All buyers will be required to complete digital identification checks at a cost of £25 including VAT per person. Proof of funds and source of funds checks will also be required once an offer has been received.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 517 Homes with Land listings in South West England (5+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
EPC Rating: D
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
- Ask Agent
- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
- Ask Agent
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Private Parking
- 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
27 Mbps
Standard (10-30 Mbps)
Suitable for
- Web & social
- Music streaming
- Standard video calls
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
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
- Bishopsteignton School758 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 157
- Type
- Community school
- Teignmouth Primary School1.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 197
- Type
- Academy converter
- Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 134
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Hazeldown School2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 403
- Type
- Community school
- Rydon Primary School2 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 373
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 748
- Type
- Academy converter
- Teign School2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,111
- Type
- Academy converter
- South Devon UTC3.1 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 14 to 19
- Pupils
- 184
- Type
- University technical college
- Newton Abbot College3.4 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,108
- Type
- Academy converter
- Coombeshead Academy3.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 870
- 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
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- 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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