Land for sale

Development Site For 5 Dwellings, Chantry, Frome BA11

'orcadia farm' site - BA11 3LW

This residential development site benefits from a grant of detailed planning approval (ref. 2024/1837/ful) for the demolition of existing agricultural barns and construction of five new luxury homes. The relatively level site extends to c. 1.83 acres and is located in a rural yet accessible location, close to the popular town of Frome. The proposed new dwellings are set out below:

Plot 1 - 4 bedroom plus garage - 232SQM
plot 2 - 3 bedroom plus carport and store - 193SQM
plot 3 - 4 bedroom plus garage - 220SQM
plot 4 - 4 bedroom plus garage and carport- 241SQM
plot 5 - 4 bedroom plus garage - 232SQM

Total 1,118SQM
Chantry


Situated in the Somerset village of Chantry, located between the villages of Nunney and Mells which both offer amenities such as cafés, shops and pubs. The nearby town of Frome offers a wider variety of shops, restaurants and pubs, while the City of Bath famous for its Roman Baths and Georgian architecture is only a short drive away.

There are beautiful countryside walks right on the doorstep as well as on The Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering fantastic hiking and cycling opportunities.
Method of sale


The freehold site is being offered for sale by private treaty with offers invited at a Guide Price of £860,000.
Planning


Detailed planning permission was approved on 14th February 2025 under reference 2024/1837/ful by Somerset (Mendip) Council for the "Demolition of existing barns. Proposed erection of five dwellings & associated development." Copies of the planning documents are available via a planning and technical information pack which can be requested from klp.

S106 & cil

The Agents are advised that there are no S106 or cil charges applicable to the approved planning permission.
Utility services


The Agents are advised that a new mains water and electricity supply will be required to serve the new development. There is an overhead electricity supply and poles on site at present - interested parties are advised however to make their own enquiries as to the location and capacity of any services prior to making an offer.
Viewing


Viewings of the site for qualified parties can be arranged through the Agents - strictly by appointment only. The site is located in Chantry at postcode BA11 3LW. What3words location: ///thus.unstated.upon