Avonwick, South Brent

A well-presented Grade II listed cottage in the heart of Avonwick, with 4 bedrooms, annexe accommodation, attractive gardens, outbuildings and private parking. A rare opportunity in a sought-after South Hams village. EPC Exempt.

Situation - Set in the heart of the popular South Hams village of Avonwick, the village has a friendly and active community, with a popular pub and restaurant, a Victorian church, children’s play park, and Avon Vale Tennis Club, one of the world’s oldest lawn tennis clubs.

The A38 is just a mile away, providing excellent access to Exeter, Plymouth and the M5. Totnes is just five miles distant, offering a wide range of shops, services and a mainline train station with direct links to London Paddington. Nearby South Brent offers further amenities including a primary school and doctor’s surgery.

There are three primary schools within three miles, and three comprehensive schools within six miles. The beautiful South Devon coastline and Dartmoor National Park are also within easy reach.

Description - Hollymount Cottage is a handsome and well-maintained Grade II listed home, improved by the current owners to combine period charm with modern touches. The versatile two-storey layout suits families, multigenerational living or those seeking income. A self-contained annexe, successfully run as an Airbnb, adds further flexibility, while an additional parcel of land with planning permission offers scope for parking, storage or future use.

Accommodation - A welcoming entrance leads into a striking dual-aspect sitting room with exposed beams, large sash window and a central wood-burning stove, a perfect space for cosy evenings or family gatherings. The adjacent kitchen and dining room is equally inviting, with dark slate floors, a central dining area, painted cabinetry, stylish worktops, and a vibrant green range cooker framed by a recessed chimney breast. The kitchen connects to a second utility/prep area and rear access.

On the first floor, four well-proportioned bedrooms sit off a central landing, each with their own character. Bedroom 1 features a large sash window with lovely views across the garden and countryside beyond, and is served by a family bathroom with heritage-style fittings.

Annexe - Forming the right-hand wing of the ground floor, the annexe includes its own external door, a kitchen, a double bedroom (Bedroom 5), en-suite and a walk-in wardrobe. This section of the property has been used as a successful holiday let and is well suited to guests, income, or multigenerational living.

Outside - The garden is a true highlight of Hollymount Cottage. The front of the house opens onto a deep lawned garden, flanked by mature borders, shrubs, and trees, with a stone path leading toward a peaceful seating area and productive greenhouse. A covered veranda offers space to enjoy a morning coffee or evening drink while taking in the outdoors.

The rear door opens into a private courtyard with a stone outbuilding offering further potential for storage, workshop or studio use, subject to the necessary consents.

Beyond the garden, there is a separate parcel of land acquired by the current owners. This includes a run-down stone outbuilding with planning permission for restoration and the creation of a driveway with parking.

Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil-fired central heating. According to Ofcom, ultrafast broadband and likely mobile coverage available.

Directions - From Totnes, take the A385 towards Dartington, then follow signs for Avonwick and the A38. After approximately 7 miles, turn left at the fuel station in Avonwick. Continue past the church, and Hollymount Cottage is immediately on the right.