Cockington Village, Torquay
By John Lake Estate Agents
£ 395,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
John Lake Estate Agents says ..
Set in the very heart of picturesque Cockington, Granary Cottage is a GRADE II LISTED DETACHED THATCHED COTTAGE being one of the village's picture postcard properties. currently let as a successful gift shop, to the ground floor and one bedroom apartment used as a holiday rental to the first floor.
Property Oracle says ..
This property is a charming Grade II listed thatched cottage situated in the heart of Cockington Village, Torquay. The village itself is a highly sought-after location renowned for its picturesque setting and quintessential English charm. The property’s interior is well-presented with a one-bedroom, one-bathroom configuration. The photographs suggest a comfortable and inviting living space, with a mix of modern amenities and period features. However, a significant caveat is that the property is currently used as a commercial gift shop on the ground floor and a holiday rental on the upper floor. This dual purpose has potential benefits for income generation but also presents unique challenges for a potential residential buyer, which could significantly impact pricing. The limited exterior space, consisting of a small garden, might be viewed as a drawback for some buyers. While the location is excellent and the property itself seems well maintained, its current functionality necessitates a thorough due diligence process before purchase to fully understand its potential and value relative to the asking price. The lack of clear sqft information prevents a more precise analysis of price per sqft and value for money. Further information on the property’s structural integrity, potential for conversion to single-family dwelling, and legal implications of its current commercial use would be crucial in a full assessment.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 9
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,409.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 380,895.00 £Decreased by 18.46 %
- Est sale value
- 515,694.00 £Increased by 27.97 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,058.00 £/moDecreased by 13.42 %
- Est letting value
- 1,409.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.33 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 2.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.15 KM |
| Sherwell Valley Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.29 KM |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.39 KM |
| Our Lady Of The Angels Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 1.46 KM |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.61 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Road | £ 595,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cotswold Close | £ 399,950 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Oxenham Garden | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Meadow Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queensway | £ 191,667 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torre | 3432 | TRR | 1.77 KM |
| Torquay | 3434 | TQY | 1.80 KM |
| Paignton | 3427 | PGN | 3.29 KM |
| Newton Abbot | 3426 | NTA | 8.53 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cockington Village, Torquay | £ 395,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Cockington Lane, Torquay, TQ2 | £ 80,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Cockington Village, TQ2 6XA | £ 750,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Cockington Village, Torquay, TQ2 6XA | £ 275,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Cockington Lane, TQ2 6XA | £ 500,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ridings Cockington Village | £ 660,000 | 0.06 KM |
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| Lanscombe Lodge Cottage | £ 30,000 | 0.06 KM |
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