2 bed farmhouse for sale

Castle Hill Cottages, White House Farm, Buckland Newton, Dorchester DT2

A pair of attractive semi-detached cottages with well proportioned accommodation and private gardens. Requiring a degree of modernisation but provide an attractive investment opportunity (STPP).
For sale by private treaty.

Introduction

White House Farm is a former dairy farm run latterly as a livestock holding. Set in a sought after rural area, the farm comprises a spacious farmhouse, in need of modernisation, a pair of semi-detached farm cottages and a substantial range of farm buildings which presents an opportunity for a range of uses, subject to planning permission. The farmyard, farm buildings and residential accommodation are set centrally to the holding.

The land totals 279.62 acres (113.16 hectares) of pasture land and woodland.

Situation

White House Farm enjoys a peaceful yet accessible position on the edge of the Blackmore Vale and mid- Dorset countryside. From the highest point of the farm on Dungeon Hill, there are commanding far-reaching panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

The rural setting is well connected, just 7 miles from the Abbey town of Sherborne and 10 miles from the County town of Dorchester, both of which offer a wide range of everyday amenities and transport links. They also provide a good selection of shops, restaurants and highly regarded schools.

Road communications are good with easy access to the A37, A35 and A303. Mainline train stations are at Dorchester and Sherborne, providing regular services to Exeter, Salisbury and London Waterloo.

The Properties

A pair of attractive semi-detached cottages of brick construction under clay tiled roofs. Situated immediately adjacent to Lot 2 (the farm buildings), the cottages share a driveway and parking area. There is a yard with barn extending to about 303 sq m.

The cottages offer well-proportioned accommodation, comprising two bedrooms in one and three bedrooms in the other. Both cottages benefit from good-sized private gardens. The properties require a degree of modernisation and upgrading but provide an attractive investment opportunity, with potential for staff housing, extended family accommodation, or use as holiday lets, subject to necessary consents.

Tenure & Possession

Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

The vendors reserve the right to hold a dispersal sale of machinery prior to completion.

Early entry will be permitted (if appropriate) for the purchaser(s) at their own risk and cost.

Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Lpg gas to 2 Castle Hill Cottages.

It is understood that there is no charge for the water supply due to a historical arrangement with the Local Authority. This is due to end in circa 10 years. No guarantee will be given to the purchaser(s) that this arrangement will continue for this period of time.

The drainage systems to all residential properties are functioning, but dated and we understand not compliant with current regulations. Any costs for upgrading the systems will be at the purchaser(s) expense.

Epc & Council Tax

1 Castle Hill Cottages – EPC Rating G – Band C
2 Castle Hill Cottages – EPC Rating E – Band C

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights Of Way

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights including: Rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies
and other rights and obligations, easements and quasieasements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains, water and gas and other pipes whether referred to in these particulars or not.

The property immediately adjoins the public highway. Public footpaths and byways cross the property. Please refer to the sale plan.

Access to Lot 3 is over Lot 2 and a shared trackway (as shown hatched blue on the sale plan). Maintenance responsibility of this area will be shared between users.

Local Authority

Dorset Council,

Fixtures & Fittings

All other freestanding equipment and other equipment not specifically mentioned in the details above is excluded from the sale.

Designations

The properties are within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

The properties are also within the Dorset National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

Health & Safety

Given the potential hazards of a working farm we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety.

Important Notice

Symonds & Sampson and their Clients give notice that:
1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary Planning, Building Regulation or other consents, and Symonds & Sampson have not tested any services, equipment
or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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Viewing

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