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£100,000
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Land for saleDobbin Arch, Kingskerswell TQ12
6,098 sq. ft
About this property
Former Scout Hut on spacious plot
Existing buildings in need of refurbishment
Potential for redevelopment
Central Village location
Unusual opportunity
Unconditional Offers sought
Situation and description
The premises comprise a Former Scout Hut with additional storage to the rear with toilets and kitchen, located on a spacious site in the centre of Kingskerswell. The site totals some 0.14 of an acre (0.06 hectares) and fronts Dobbins Arch and is opposite the Kingskerswell Community and Leisure centre in what is mainly a residential area. The main building is located at the front of a square plot with vehicular access from the front. The property is located on the western fringe of Kingskerswell with easy access to the A380 linking Torquay (5 miles distant) to Exeter (12 miles distant) and the M5 Motorway network. Newton Abbot is approximately 4 miles distant with a wide range of retails, educational and leisure facilities including a main line railway station.
The property is a traditional timber framed scout hut on a plot of some 0.14 Acres (0.06 hectares) with a frontage to Dobbins Arch of around 25m. To the rear of the main hall is a toilet block with internal access and a timber storage shed. The buildings total approximately 125 sq.m (1,345 sq.ft). The site could be suitable for a further commercial use such as a dance club / palates or youth group. In addition it could suit a Children’s Nursery or Play Centre, Offices or for possible Residential development. All of the above would be subject to planning and building regulation consents. The vendor is only seeking unconditional offers for the freehold.
Accommodation
Brief details of the existing accommodation with approximate maximum internal dimensions are as follows:-
Main Hall 14.42m x 5.51m (47’3” x 18’1”) max
A pair of glazed uPVC doors access the hall with uPVC windows to the front and side. Strip lighting as fitted. To one end is a range of kitchen units with a stainless steel sink unit inset into worktops.
Toilet
WC suite plus wash hand basin. Window to rear.
Toilet
WC suite plus wash hand basin. Window to front.
Rear Store 9.05m x 4.49m (29’8” x 14’9”) max
Basic timber store in need of refurbishment. Double doors on to the side vehicular entrance.
Externally
The site is roughly square and level with access from the front.
The land is predominantly to the rear of the site and is enclosed by mature hedging and banks.
Services
We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are available. Interested parties are encouraged to check with the service providers to ensure there is sufficient capacity for their proposed use.
Proposal
Unconditional offers are sought in excess of a guide price of £100,000 for the freehold of this well-located site of approximately 0.14 of an acre.
Conditional offers on the grant of planning consent will not be considered. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to make their own enquiries of Teignbridge District Council Planning Department. Business rates
Rateable Value: - £1,675 (2026 valuation)
For further information please contact Teignbridge District Council Business Rates Department legal costs
Each party are to bear their own legal costs in this transaction.
Energy performance certificate
As the site is to be redeveloped, we understand an EPC is not required on this occasion. Further details available on request.
Viewing
Strictly by prior appointment only with the sole agent, for the attention of Tony Noon Ref (0911)
The premises comprise a Former Scout Hut with additional storage to the rear with toilets and kitchen, located on a spacious site in the centre of Kingskerswell. The site totals some 0.14 of an acre (0.06 hectares) and fronts Dobbins Arch and is opposite the Kingskerswell Community and Leisure centre in what is mainly a residential area. The main building is located at the front of a square plot with vehicular access from the front. The property is located on the western fringe of Kingskerswell with easy access to the A380 linking Torquay (5 miles distant) to Exeter (12 miles distant) and the M5 Motorway network. Newton Abbot is approximately 4 miles distant with a wide range of retails, educational and leisure facilities including a main line railway station.
The property is a traditional timber framed scout hut on a plot of some 0.14 Acres (0.06 hectares) with a frontage to Dobbins Arch of around 25m. To the rear of the main hall is a toilet block with internal access and a timber storage shed. The buildings total approximately 125 sq.m (1,345 sq.ft). The site could be suitable for a further commercial use such as a dance club / palates or youth group. In addition it could suit a Children’s Nursery or Play Centre, Offices or for possible Residential development. All of the above would be subject to planning and building regulation consents. The vendor is only seeking unconditional offers for the freehold.
Accommodation
Brief details of the existing accommodation with approximate maximum internal dimensions are as follows:-
Main Hall 14.42m x 5.51m (47’3” x 18’1”) max
A pair of glazed uPVC doors access the hall with uPVC windows to the front and side. Strip lighting as fitted. To one end is a range of kitchen units with a stainless steel sink unit inset into worktops.
Toilet
WC suite plus wash hand basin. Window to rear.
Toilet
WC suite plus wash hand basin. Window to front.
Rear Store 9.05m x 4.49m (29’8” x 14’9”) max
Basic timber store in need of refurbishment. Double doors on to the side vehicular entrance.
Externally
The site is roughly square and level with access from the front.
The land is predominantly to the rear of the site and is enclosed by mature hedging and banks.
Services
We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are available. Interested parties are encouraged to check with the service providers to ensure there is sufficient capacity for their proposed use.
Proposal
Unconditional offers are sought in excess of a guide price of £100,000 for the freehold of this well-located site of approximately 0.14 of an acre.
Conditional offers on the grant of planning consent will not be considered. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to make their own enquiries of Teignbridge District Council Planning Department. Business rates
Rateable Value: - £1,675 (2026 valuation)
For further information please contact Teignbridge District Council Business Rates Department legal costs
Each party are to bear their own legal costs in this transaction.
Energy performance certificate
As the site is to be redeveloped, we understand an EPC is not required on this occasion. Further details available on request.
Viewing
Strictly by prior appointment only with the sole agent, for the attention of Tony Noon Ref (0911)
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