A historic coastal manor house in Devon, built by a Battle of Trafalgar captain who served aboard HMS Victory, has been put up for sale - for the princely sum of £3.75m. The period property, known as Trafalgar Barton, is set on an impressive 19.
75 acres of land in picturesque Branscombe - just a 15-minute walk from Branscombe Beach, renowned as one of the most beautiful on the Jurassic Coast. It boasts seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, and five reception rooms, with stunning sea views from the master bedroom and the "games room" on the upper floors. And as well as the main, Grade II listed house, a luxury, four-bedroom cottage on the "exquisite mini estate" is being sold separately, for £1.
1m - bringing the total selling price to £4.85m. Having been built by Captain Yule, who served on HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, the property has been described as "a piece of British naval history", with estate agents at Knight Frank claiming it offers a "blend of history, luxury, and modern income potential".
Trafalgar Barton is also situated just 15 miles from bustling Exeter , and 16 miles from Exeter Airport - with the popular seaside town of Sidmouth only six miles down the coast. The property listing on Knight Frank's website reads: "Trafalgar Barton is an exquisite mini estate characterised by its historical significance and peaceful setting. Nestled in beautiful rolling countryside with partial views of the sea, this mini estate offers a unique blend of elegan.