Spooky abandoned mansion on sale for just £400,000

Have you ever dreamed of being the squire of a plush mansion – but only have the budget for a three-bed semi-detached?

Well, a new addition to the South West property market could be worth a look, if you don’t mind getting your hands dirty.

An incredible derelict manor house has been put up for sale just over the Somerset border in Devon with a guide price of £400,000, Devon Live reports.

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Blackborough house in Cullompton is set within approximately 10.4 acres of private land.

Possessing a wealth of history, the 8-bedroom property was built in 1838 by George Francis Wyndham, the fourth Earl of Egremont.

Take a look at some photos of the property below.

The property has been put up for sale with estate agents Strutt & Parker.

Senior associate director Oliver Custance Baker said: ”This could be a fantastic property. It is hoped that someone will restore it to its former glory.”

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Currently in a derelict state, the house is in need of complete renovation.

The online listing states that the property presents an “exciting opportunity to be restored into one of Devon’s finest architectural gems”.

Blackborough house enjoys an idyllic yet easily-accessible location within the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

It is set within picturesque countryside with a wealth of wild flora and fauna, footpaths and winding lanes.

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As well as in the local area, countless opportunities for a range of outdoor pursuits are also found at the Jurassic Coastline and Exmoor National Park, both of which are within easy reach.

The property is just a short distance away from Honiton, with the city of Exeter being located around 18 miles away.

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