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A Unique And Quirky Cottage Set Right On The Harbourside With Superb Sea Views A (F179705)
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
Sammy Hake's Cottage is a unique property and local land mark situated right on the harbourside in Watchet's old town. The property got its name from local character and "hobbler", Sammy Hake, who made a living from unloading the cargo ships when Watchet was a busy port in the late 19th Century importing wood for the paper mill and exporting iron ore brought by steam train from Exmoor. Later the property became a marine office and a lookout tower was added to allow the officers a perfect view of shipping coming to and from the harbour from the Bristol Channel. The property has been fully modernised and updated by its current owner to create a most individual and yet surprisingly comfortable holiday home or permanent West Country hideaway with wonderful sea views. The property is currently let through West Country Cottages, so the option is there to generate income if so required, either as an investment or to cover costs for the times you're not there. If you are looking for something a bit out of the ordinary then this cottage could be for you.
LOCATION
The property has an enviable setting, right on the harbourside in a conservation area in the heart of Watchet's old town. Watchet has a superb marina, a popular addition to the town, with 140 permanent berths, plus visitor berths and excellent facilities. There are exciting plans afoot by national developer Urban Splash to develop the East Quay, adding apartments, a restaurant and other facilities, and to upgrade the boat yard, all of which will be a major boost to the town. Exmoor National Park and the Quantocks, with their beautiful scenery, are only a short drive away, as are the sandy beaches at Blue Anchor and Minehead.
