Exeter Shop’s Historic Home Hits Market for a Staggering Price
A stunning two-bedroom home above a shop in Exeter is listed for £1.5 million, boasting breathtaking views of the Cathedral.
Exeter, UK, Historic Building, Real Estate, Cathedral
Exeter: A unique home in one of Exeter’s oldest buildings is up for grabs at a whopping £1.5 million. It’s right above a shop and offers a fantastic view of the Cathedral.
This two-bedroom gem is nestled inside Mol’s Coffee House, a building that dates back to the 16th century. It’s had quite the history, originally built for priests and later serving as the city’s Custom House.
Over the years, it transformed into various shops before becoming a coffee house in the early 1700s. After the coffee house closed around 1830, it hosted galleries, a stationers, a jewellers, and even a leather goods store. Recently, The Whisky Shop took over the ground floor, claiming to be the largest whisky retailer in the UK.
The upper floors of this Grade I listed building have been turned into a lovely home, now being sold by Knight Frank estate agents. It features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two reception rooms, blending historic charm with modern comforts.
One reception room is particularly impressive, showcasing a grand fireplace, cozy window seats, and oak-panelled walls adorned with coats of arms from Devon’s nobility.
On the top floor, the kitchen and living area boasts windows on all sides, including a view right over the Cathedral, plus its own balcony. Knight Frank calls it “one of the best residential addresses in Exeter,” highlighting the rare chance to wake up to such a stunning view every day.