Fore Street

A charming Grade II Listed 17th century property occupying a prominent position on the main street within the sought-after conservation area of Topsham. The property offers versatile and characterful accommodation arranged over four floors.

The building is currently configured with the commercial premises of “The Topsham Bookshop” occupying the basement (170 sqft), ground (464 sqft) and first (647 sqft) floors, with a residential flat situated on the second floor (653 sqft). A bathroom located on the first floor is currently shared between the commercial premises and the residential accommodation. Access to the residential flat is via a side entrance to the property, with the route leading through the shop and up to the private entrance door on the second floor.

Historically, the property was arranged with the shop occupying the basement and ground floor, with the first and second floors forming a self-contained residential apartment.
The existing lease for The Book Shop is due to expire on 31st December 2026. The tenant has indicated they would be willing to enter into a new lease with an incoming purchaser if desired.
The residential accommodation is currently tenanted; however, notice has been served, and the property is intended to be sold with vacant possession on the 1st of January 2027.

SERVICES
Water: Mains Electric: Mains Waste: Mains Broadband is currently in contract with BT, speed showing as 71mbps. Several Mobile Networks currently show as available (02, Virgin, 3, Vodafone, EE)

AGENTS NOTE
The vendors have advised, in order that prospective purchasers are made aware, that part of the property is subject to a flying freehold which is documented at the Land Registry. , with part of the first and second floor is located above an archway pedestrian access to neighbouring properties. 27A Council Tax Band A 27 Rateable Value £15,000 If you have any questions about this property, or would like to arrange a viewing, please contact the Exeter office on 01392 427500