Land at Hallsands

Description

The sale of this land offers purchasers the rare opportunity to acquire a parcel of beach, sea frontage and recreational and amenity land extending in total to approximately 5.69 acres (2.30 hectares). To the east, the land comprises approximately 80m of uninterrupted coastline overlooking Start Bay while the borders comprise traditional hedgerows to the west with undemarcated boundaries to the south. The land comprises a large area of shingle beach to the east while the remainder is a wetland habitat area rich in natural biodiversity and woodland. The land is offered for sale by Online Timed Auction (Unless sold prior) closing at 1pm on 27th October 2026.

Situation

The land is situated in a secluded and spectacular coastal setting adjoining the South Devon coastline, immediately to the north of the small coastal settlement of Hallsands. Hallsands is a quiet settlement with a cliffside position overlooking Start Bay. With only a limited number of residential properties, the settlement offers a peaceful and unspoilt environment that adds significantly to the attraction of this land for purchasers seeking their own section of coastline for private enjoyment and recreation.

The land benefits from proximity to some of the area's finest coastal scenery, the coastline and countryside provide exceptional opportunities for walking, wildlife observation and outdoor pursuits.

The land lies within the Parish of Stockenham, the principal settlement of which is located approximately 3 miles to the north and provides a range of amenities including primary school and public house. The historic market town of Kingsbridge lies approximately 9 miles west, offering a range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities, whilst the renowned coastal towns Salcombe and Dartmouth are both readily accessible.

Services

The land does not currently benefit from any services, the land is sold with the benefit of any natural water supply that may or may not exist. Perspective purchasers should make their own enquiries into any services that may of may not exist.

Access

Access to the property is pedestrian only. The property is sold with the benefit of any access arrangements that may or may not exist. Prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the legal pack to fully understand access arrangements.

Tenure

The property is offered for sale on the basis of Freehold tenure with Vacant Possession upon completion.

Local Authority

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE

Designations

The land is situated within the South Devon National Landscape, a protected landscape designated in 1960 for its outstanding natural beauty. Part of the beach to the east of the property lies within the Hallands-Beesands SSSI.

Rights of Way, Easements, Rights and Restrictions

Part of the South West Coast Path crosses the beach at the east of the property from north to south. Other than this the property is sold as far as required by the vendor and will be conveyed subject to all rights of way, easements and way leaves of telegraphs poles, drains and wires, electric pylons and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

Directions

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Outgoings

The land is not believed to be subject to any outgoings.

Flood Risk

The property is within an area at High risk of flooding from rivers or seas and surface water (defined as a chance of flooding in any given year of greater than 3.3%). However, we do not consider this to be unusual given the nature and location of the property.

Method of Sale

The property will be offered for sale by online unconditional auction: www.gth.net/auctions/property/onlineauctions. The auction is due to end at 13:00 on Tuesday 27th October 2026.

The Auction Pack prepared by the vendor’s solicitors, containing the contract and special conditions of sale, is available online at https://www.gth.net/auctions/property/onlineauctions.

All prospective purchasers bidding through the online auction will be deemed to have bid for the property in the full knowledge of their contents and shall not raise any requisition or objection whatsoever thereafter. Prospective buyers are urged to review the auction pack thoroughly.

Vendor’s Solicitor

Donna Baker of Howard and Over Solicitors, Plym House, 3 Longbridge Road, Plymouth, PL6 8LT

T: 01752 964833

Email: donna.baker@howard-over.co.uk

Reserve

The property will be offered for sale subject to an undisclosed reserve and the Vendors reserve the right through their Agents to bid up to and including the reserve price.

Auction Pack

At the end of the auction the successful purchaser(s) will be liable to pay the sum of £5,000, of which a “buyers fee” of £3,600 (incl. VAT) is retained by Bamboo Auctions/GTH as a contribution towards the online platform costs, and the remaining £1,400 goes towards the purchase price.

Bidder Registration

All potential bidders are required to register online at gth.net/auctions/online auction in order to view the legal documents and/or bid.

Sales Prior

It is possible that the property may be withdrawn/sold prior to auction. 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. 

Health and Safety

Applicants are advised that viewing is entirely at their own risk. Neither the vendors or agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are viewing.

Important Notice

For clarification we wish to inform any prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you please contact the office prior to viewing the property.

 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.