Property for sale

Cockington Lane, Torquay TQ2

A charming heritage property set within historic parkland, combining traditional character with a welcoming retail and information space.

For Sale by Public Auction and Online Livestream Auction (unless previously sold) on Wednesday 25th February 2026 at Shilstone House, Modbury, PL21 0TW.

Guide price: £80,000
Description

Cockington Visitor Centre is located in the heart of the historic village of Cockington, just a short distance from the popular seaside town of Torquay, making it easily accessible for both local visitors and tourists alike. Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a spacious and impressive main room, rich in character and charm, featuring exposed beam work that immediately reflects the building’s heritage. The property is constructed of traditional stonework, which is showcased throughout. Internally, exposed stone walls further enhance the sense of history and individuality, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The accommodation is arranged conveniently over a single level and includes a well-positioned kitchen area along with a WC, providing practical facilities without detracting from the character of the building. A key feature of the property is its dual-aspect layout, allowing an abundance of natural light through multiple floor-to-ceiling windows. Overall, Cockington Visitor Centre combines historic charm with functional amenities, making it a truly distinctive and appealing property suitable for a variety of uses, subject to securing necessary planning consents.
Outside

Externally, the buildings benefits from a well-presented gravelled area creating a welcoming entrance and parking space.
Services

We have assumed that the property benefits from mains water, electricity and drainage connections. Prospective purchasers must make their own enquiries to verify the availability and suitability of services to the property.
Outgoings

The property is registered for commercial rates as a shop and premised with a Rateable Value £13,000 from 1 April 2026. The property is referred to as The Linhay Visitor Centre, Cockington Village, Torquay, TQ2 6XA. The Local Authority is Torbay Council.
Designations

The property is registered with Historic England as a Grade II listed building under List Entry Number: 1206864. The building is described as outhouses approximately 20m north of the Mill. A prospective purchaser should make their own enquiries of the impact this may have on their future use.

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Additional information

Broadband: FTTP- Full Fibre broadband is available-highest available download speed 1600 Mbps, highest available upload speed 115 Mbps. (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, three and vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

Flooding: The property is in an area of very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).
Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the agents
Greenslade Taylor Hunt.
8 Erme Court, Leonards Road
Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0SZ
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wayleaves, easements and rights of way
The land is sold and so far as required by the Vendors will be conveyed subsect to all easements quasi-easements, privileges and advantages (whether way of water, drainage, light or laying and maintaining water and other pipes or mains of any nature whatsoever) for the benefit of any other property as the owner, tenants or occupiers thereof now or have been accustomed to use, enjoy or exercise. The property is sold subject to all easements and wayleaves of telegraphic and telephone poles and stays and wires, and electric pylons, pipes (whether poles and cables, water, gas, and other referred to in these Particulars or not) at present erected on and passing over or under the property, and subject to the Agreements offering the same (if any) and to the Town and Country Planning Scheme, or County, Local Authority and any other statutory body affecting the same.
Consumer protection regulations

While we endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular interest to you please contact the office and we will be pleased to confirm the position for you, particularly if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

Guide price*
An indication of the seller’s current minimum price at auction. The guide price of range or guide prices is given to assist consumers in deciding whether or not to pursue a purchase. It is usual, but not always the case that a provisional reserve range is agreed between the seller and the auctioneer at the start of marketing. As the reserve is not fixed at this stage and can be adjusted by the seller at any time up to the day of auction in the light of interest shown during the marketing period, a guide price is issued. This guide price can be shown in the form of a minimum and maximum price range within which an acceptable sale price (reserve) would fall, or as a single price figure within 10% of which the minimum acceptable price (reserve) would fall. A guide price is different to a reserve price (see separate definition). Both the guide price and the reserve price can be subject to change up to and including the day of the auction.
Reserve

The seller’s minimum acceptable price at auction and the figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell. The reserve price is not disclosed and remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. Both the guide price and the reserve price can be subject to change up to and including the day of the auction.
Tenure and possesion

The property is sold as freehold with the benefit of full vacant possession. Completion will take place 6 weeks after the exchange of contracts.
Lotting

It is anticipated that the property will be offered as lotted, but the Vendor reserves the right to sell the property as a whole or in lots privately or to amalgamate, withdraw, sub-divide, alter, add to or amend any lot or any part prior to the sale. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn.
Town and country planning

The land, notwithstanding any description contained in these particulars is sold subject to any Development Plan, Tree Preservation Order, Town Planning Schedule, Resolution or Notice which may be or which may come to be in force, and also subject to any statutory provision of byelaws without any obligation on the part of the Vendors to specify them and the Purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of and to satisfy themselves about the provisions of any such matter affecting the property.
Conditions of sale

If you are the successful Buyer you will - from the moment the Auctioneer's gavel falls - become legally bound by the Conditions of Sale in relation to that Lot. Further details are available from the Agent. It will be assumed that you have read and considered the Conditions of Sale and any other relevant documents for the Lot(s) you are interested in before the day of the Auction, that you have shown them to your professional advisors and taken their professional advice before bidding. All buyers will be deemed to fully understand what they may be liable for if successful in purchasing. This should also include Stamp Duty Land Tax, Land Registry fees and VAT which may become payable on completion. If a potential purchaser is in any doubt they should seek advice from their own professional advisors.
Sales prior

It is possible that the land may be withdrawn/sold prior to the auction date. It is advisable for interested parties to register their interest with the agents and it is their responsibility to check with the selling agent whether the land is being offered or if it has been withdrawn.
Auction agents

Greenslade Taylor Hunt, 8 Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0SZ
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Stephens Scown, Curzon House, Southernhay West, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1RS
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