Gotham House, Hammett Square, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6LR

Gotham House was built in circa 1739 for George Davey, a prominent local woollen-cloth merchant who also served as Mayor of Tiverton.
The house remained in the Davey family until the late 1880's, maintaining its status as a leading merchant residence.

In the 20th century, the building transitioned from private residence to professional offices. From 1960, it was occupied by solicitors, first as penny & Harwood and later as part of Ashfords Llp, which closed its Tiverton base in 2021. It was later acquired by Devonshire Homes for use as its headquarters.
Gotham House comprises an impressive Grade II listed former townhouse dating from the early 18th century. Constructed principally of traditional brick beneath a slate roof, the building has a symmetrical and formal Georgian elevation characterised by large timber sash windows with brick arches and a deep moulded cornice at parapet level.

The property was originally constructed as a residential townhouse and is now used as office accommodation. It provides approximately 6,050 sq ft (562 sq m) of accommodation arranged over basement, ground, first and second floors. A more modern single-storey wing extends to the rear and provides additional open-plan office accommodation.

The principal entrance for the current use is approached through the rear car park and opens into an impressive reception hall with waiting area. The hall retains an original open-string timber staircase rising to the first floor, while a secondary staircase on the western side connects the basement with the upper floors. The traditional front entrance is approached through the reinstated walled garden.

Externally, an attractive walled garden frames the principal elevation. To the rear is a substantial private parking area providing approximately 24 spaces, including three EV charging points.

The property offers the opportunity for continued commercial occupation or, reflecting its original use, potential conversion back to residential accommodation. Alternative uses could include a single dwelling, apartments or townhouses, subject to obtaining all necessary planning permissions and Grade II listed building consent.


Location

Gotham House occupies a central position within Tiverton, a well-established Mid Devon market town situated approximately 14 miles north of Exeter and 24 miles south-west of Taunton.

The property is approached from Phoenix Lane, which connects northwards with Fore Street, Tiverton's principal retail thoroughfare, and southwards with Great Western Way and the A396. A pedestrianised lane immediately to the west provides convenient access between Phoenix Lane and Fore Street. The town centre's shops, cafés, professional services and other amenities are therefore within easy walking distance.

Tiverton provides a broad range of local facilities, including primary and secondary schools, the renowned Blundell's School, Tiverton and District Hospital, supermarkets and a mix of national and independent retailers.

Road communications are good, with Junction 27 of the M5 approximately six miles away, providing direct connections towards Exeter, Bristol and the wider motorway network. Tiverton Parkway mainline station offers direct rail services to Bristol Temple Meads, with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes, and London Paddington in approximately two hours.


Accommodation

All areas are approximate and measurements provided from management records on a NIA basis

Sq m Sq ft
2nd floor 118.52 1,276
1st floor 108.20 1,162
Ground floor
(Main House) 109.70 1,181
Ground floor
(newer extension) 95.70 1,034
Basement 129.80 1,397
Overall Total circa 562 6,050

Total site area is 0.33 acre (0.13 hec).


Planning

The existing use is as offices and premises. Any alternative use or alterations will be subject to the necessary planning and Grade II listed building consents.

Rent / Price

Guide price of 500,000


Business Rates

From the Valuation Office Agency website ( we understand that the current Rateable Value is £31,000.

This is not the amount payable and interested parties need to make their own enquiries with Mid-Devon Council.

Services

The property is reported to be connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. There is no live gas connection.

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding the capacity and condition of the services

EPC

D (80)

Legal Fees

Each party to pay their own legal fees incurred during this transaction.

The property is offered for sale on behalf of the Joint Administrators of Devonshire Homes Limited. The Joint Administrators offer no representations, warranties or guarantees associated with this property or transaction. The Joint Administrators, their agents and representatives act without personal liability.


VAT

All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT if applicable.