Description
A delightful block of mixed woodland and timber building with picturesque views. For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream at 2pm on Thursday 16th October 2025 at The Guildhall, West Street, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NX.
The Property - This delightful block of mixed woodland offers the opportunity for purchasers to acquire a tranquil retreat immersed in nature located on the parish boundaries of Colyton and Widworthy in East Devon National Landscape (formerly known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Set in approximately 3.51 acres (1.42 hectares) the woodland features useful timber building (approximately 4.5m x 3m) previously utilised as welfare facilities for management of the woodland, which could serve various purposes - subject to necessary planning consents.
Surrounded by further woodland and rolling Devonshire countryside, the covert is a near perfect oval shape bounded by ancient earth banks. Species on site include Oak, Elder, Birch, Sweet Chestnut and Hazel together with some Larch and Scots Pine. A unique block of woodland with diverse habitat and amenity appeal.
The covert benefits from good road frontage with an accessible pathway and convenient layby for parking.
Services - None connected.
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Local Authority - East Devon District Council, EX14 1EJ. Tel: 01404 515616
Agents Notes - Woodland subject to Tree Preservation Order No: 86/0010/TPO
Solicitors - Devon County Council
Rachel Burnett
Exeter
Tel: (0345) 1551015
Viewings - During daylight hours only with particulars to hand having first informed the Axminster office on 01297 33122.
Auction - For sale by public auction on 16th October 2025 at 2pm at The Guildhall, Axminster, EX13 5NX. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.
The successful purchaser will be responsible for the seller's fees (minimum £2,500 + VAT) and cost of seller's legal searches
Potential purchasers are strongly advised to fully consider the content of the legal pack, which provides further details in reference to the headings above as summarised in these particulars.
