6 bed detached house for sale

Hawkchurch, Axminster EX13

A character farmhouse requiring modernisation offering a spacious six bedroom accommodation together with mature gardens and traditional stone barn. In total extending to approximately 0.62 acres (0.25 ha).
The property is offered to the market subject to an
Agricultural Occupancy Condition.

Formerly known as Lord Bridport’s former Hunting Lodge, Reeds Barn Farmhouse offers the opportunity to acquire a handsome six bedroom house with traditional outbuilding and mature gardens, pasture land and adjoining woodland. The property lies in an easily accessible location whilst enjoying the best of the West Dorset countryside. Although in need of modernisation and updating throughout, the accommodation is spacious and offers well appointed rooms.

The Farmhouse is believed to date back to the early 1800’s and is currently occupied as two dwellings, the main farmhouse with internal annexe accommodation. The property requires updating throughout offering the potential to become a beautiful six bedroom family home. Across from the Farmhouse is the traditional two storey stone barn which offers the potential to suit those looking for potential ancillary, office or holiday let accommodation, (subject to the necessary planning consents). Adjoining the rear garden is a belt of mature broadleaf woodland. In total the property extends to 0.62 acres (0.25 ha) or thereabouts.
Location

The property is located on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Hawkchurch, off the B3165, sitting amongst some of West Dorsets most attractive rolling countryside over which the house and gardens
gain superb views. The village of Hawkchurch has a primary school, pub, country hotel, church and recently formed community shop. The Jurassic Coast World Heritage site and Lyme Regis are about 5 miles away. This popular resort with its famous Cobb and sandy beach, provides a range of independent shops and restaurants. The market town of Axminster, home of the River Cottage Canteen and Deli plus a
main line station to London Waterloo is a similar distance. It offers all of the facilities one would expect including supermarkets and recreational facilities including a sports centre as well as a swimming pool. Despite its tranquil setting this secluded retreat is well placed with excellent transport connections both east and west with the A30/A303 and the A35 coast roads. The Cathedral city of Exeter is easily accessible with its excellent shopping facilities, theatres, international airport and access to the M5. Taunton, the county town of Somerset, with its good range of shops, cricket ground and M5 access, together with mainline rail link to London (Paddington) lies approximately 22 miles away.
Description

Formerly known as Lord Bridport’s former Hunting Lodge, Reeds Barn Farmhouse offers the opportunity to acquire a handsome six bedroom house with traditional outbuilding and mature gardens, pasture land and adjoining woodland. The property lies in an easily accessible location whilst enjoying the best of the West Dorset countryside. Although in need of modernisation and updating throughout, the accommodation is spacious and offers well appointed rooms. The Farmhouse is believed to date back to the early 1800’s and is currently occupied as two dwellings, the main farmhouse with internal annexe accommodation. The property requires updating throughout offering the potential to become a beautiful six bedroom family home. Across from the Farmhouse is the traditional two storey stone barn which offers the potential to suit those looking for potential ancillary, office or holiday let accommodation, (subject to the necessary planning consents). Adjoining the rear garden is a belt of mature broadleaf woodland.
In total the property extends to 0.62 acres (0.25 ha) or thereabouts.
The farmhouse

A detached period property built of stone with brick quoins beneath a tile roof and is believed to date from the early 1800’s currently occupied as two properties but with potential to restore to a larger dwelling. The accommodation is arranged over two storeys with views of the local land and countryside throughout. The property requires updating throughout and contains a number of character features including flagstone floors, exposed beams and stone fireplaces. The accommodation is set out on the attached floor plans and briefly comprises; Covered Porch leading to the Entrance Hall with stairs to first floor and radiators, Hallway to Living Room with stone surround fireplace and electric fire (no chimney) and two radiators, Hallway to Kitchen/Dining Room with wall and floor units and one and a half steel sink and drainer, electric cooker, plumbing for white goods, exposed beams and cupboard housing the hot water tank. Living Room with door to annexe accommodation, stone surround wood burner stove, radiator, flagstone floor. The Hallway with stairs to first floor leads to a time outhouse housing the Utility Room with plumbing for white goods, WC and hand basin. Annexe Kitchen with floor and wall units, steel sink and drainer. Annexe Living Room with bay window, radiator, and fireplace. The first floor accommodation comprises of six spacious Double Bedrooms and two Family Bathrooms including panelled bath, WC and hand basin. Bedroom Two benefits from dual aspect views of the surrounding area.
Outside

The property is approached from the B3165 via double timber gates which lead over a tarmac driveway to a tarmac parking area to the front of the farmhouse and stone barn. The primary gardens lie to the rear and side of the farmhouse and enjoys a southerly aspect in the main with well established broadleaf shrubs and trees as well as well planted and tended borders. To the rear of the property is an outdoor swimming pool in need of some improvement. The garden is all contained within Laurel hedging and stone wall, providing privacy and seclusion.
Farm buildings

To the front of the Farmhouse is the Traditional Barn, constructed of stone with brick quoins and a tiled and slate roof. The building comprises of; single storey Store 5.97m x 3.05m with glazed window and door. Garage 6.10m x 3.15m with up and over steel door. Two storey Barn 7.69m x 6.10m with stairs to a kitchen area with plumbing for white goods and steel sink. Bathroom with WC and hand basin and studio area with fireplace. The barn offers potential for conversion to ancillary accommodation, home office or holiday let subject to the necessary planning consent.
Woodland

Available by separate negotiation.
Tenure and possession

Freehold with vacant possession available on completion.
Services

Farmhouse: Mains water, by sub meter. Mains electricity and private
drainage.
Farm Buildings: Mains electricity.
Outgoings

Reeds Barn Farmhouse is Council Tax band E.
Reeds Barn Farm Annex is Council Tax band B.
Local authority

West Dorset District Council
Tel: Town and county planning
The property is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Planning reference 1/W/92/0137. (Further details from the selling
agents)
Fixtures and fittings

All fixtures and fittings, unless specifically referred to within these sale particulars are otherwise expressly excluded from the sale.
Sporting & mineral rights

Sporting and mineral rights are included within the sale

The property is located on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Hawkchurch, off the B3165, sitting amongst some of West Dorsets most attractive rolling countryside over which the house and gardens gain superb views. The village of Hawkchurch has a primary school, pub, country hotel, church and recently formed community shop. The Jurassic Coast World Heritage site and Lyme Regis are about 5 miles away. This popular resort with its famous Cobb and sandy beach, provides a range of independent shops and restaurants. The market town of Axminster, home of the River Cottage Canteen and Deli plus a main line station to London Waterloo is a similar distance. It offers all of the facilities one would expect including supermarkets and recreational facilities including a sports centre as well as a swimming pool. Despite its tranquil setting this secluded retreat is well placed with excellent transport connections both east and west with the A30/A303 and the A35 coast roads. The Cathedral city of Exeter is easily accessible with its excellent shopping facilities, theatres, international airport and access to the M5.Taunton, the county town of Somerset, with its good range of shops, cricket ground and M5 access, together with mainline rail link to London (Paddington) lies approximately 22 miles away.

The property is approached from the B3165 via double timber gates which lead over a tarmac driveway to a tarmac parking area to the front of the farmhouse and stone barn. The primary gardens lie to the rear and side of the farmhouse and enjoys a southerly aspect in the main with well established broadleaf shrubs and trees as well as well planted and tended borders. To the rear of the property is an outdoor swimming pool in need of some improvement. The garden is all contained within Laurel hedging and stone wall, providing privacy and seclusion.