4 bed farmhouse for sale

Wadley Hill, Uplyme DT7

An attractive country property comprising a 4 bedroom bungalow, surrounded by lovely gardens, situated on the edge of Uplyme close to Lyme Regis and the coast. Farm buildings and 18.05 acres (7.30 ha) of strategic pastureland.

Situation

Lower Coombe is set in an elevated and private position on Wadley Hill on the western fringes of Uplyme, overlooking the Lym valley and sea beyond. The thriving village of Uplyme has a good selection of amenities including the village stores/post office at the petrol station, public inn and village hall with sports facilities. The popular resort of Lyme Regis is a mile distant, yet the property is tucked away and secluded from the bustle of holiday traffic. This picturesque coastal town with the historic Cobb harbour and sandy beach, offers a range of cafes, restaurants, independent shops and a theatre. As part of the unesco Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, there are opportunities for a variety of recreational activities including walking, fishing and swimming. The nearby market town of Axminster (3.5 miles) offers good local facilities including a weekly market, supermarkets and a mainline rail service to London Waterloo (2 hours 40 minutes). Exeter is half an hour's drive with excellent shopping and leisure facilities, as well as access to the M5 and Exeter Airport.

The Property

Lower Coombe is a versatile country property, having been in the family's ownership for nearly sixty years. It offers the rare opportunity to purchase a comfortable modern home well-protected by its own land, in a popular location close to the coast. Divided into three main enclosures the productive pastureland is offered in good heart and is currently let to a neighbouring farmer for grazing cattle. Most of the fields are fenced for cattle and have access to natural water supplies. The property could appeal to a range of lifestyle buyers as a family home, equine property or smallholding. In all about 18.05 acres (7.30 ha)

Lot One

Lot One - The Farmhouse, Outbuildings and about 1.84 acres (0.74 ha)

Lower Coombe is a detached bungalow with Purbeck stone and part-rendered block elevations under a tiled roof. The property was built for the current owner's late partners in 1988 and offers spacious and light-filled accommodation which is now in need of some modernisation. The main reception rooms are located off the entrance hallway, with a generous triple aspect living room opening onto the sunny terrace. The dining kitchen has an adjoining utility room with access to the garden and to the double garage with large rear workshop. There are three double and one single bedroom, as well as a bathroom. Many of the rooms have attractive views over the gardens to the valley and sea beyond. This flexible bungalow with attached garage offers potential to expand or reconfigure the accommodation if required.

Please see floorplan for accommodation and measurements.

Outside

The circular driveway leads to a parking area and the garage, then loops back to the entrance. A track off the drive gives access to the paddock beyond. Mature gardens surround the property and are well-shielded by mature shrubs and some notable specimen tress. There is a large sunny terrace, ideal for relaxing and entertaining, with fine views over the surrounding countryside, including Shapwick Viaduct.

The Land

An attractive gently sloping paddock to the northwest of the dwelling provides protection and amenity use. Access is from the track. In all 1.84 acres (0.74 ha).

Low Two - Land At Wadley Hill

Low Two - Land at Wadley Hill - 6.80 acres (2.75 ha)

An excellent gently sloping pasture field, well-situated close to the centre of Uplyme village, adjoining numerous residential properties. Bounded by mature hedges and tress. Access at Venlake Cross.

Lot Three - Farm Building And 3.21 Acres (1.30 Ha)

Lot Three - Farm Building and 3.21 acres (1.30 ha)

A parcel of pretty pastureland with areas of coppice and the River Lym running through. Access from Lyme Road. Well-shielded by mature trees is a substantial steel framed, block and timber Farm Building (36.58m x 7.32m) and an adjoining timber 3 bay Fodder Barn (10.97m x 7.32m). The buildings may offer potential for conversion or alternative use (STPP).

Lot Four - Land Off Lyme Road

Lot Four - Land off Lyme Road - 6.20 acres (2.51 ha)

A productive gently sloping pasture field, well-situated off Lyme Road with frontage to the River Lym on the western boundary. Part of this field was sold for residential development 14 years ago, now being Masters Close. Access from Lyme Road.

Services

Lot 1: Main electricity. Main water. Private drainage. Broadband: Ultrafast broadband available. Mobile Network Coverage: There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom's website.
Lot 2,3 & 4: Natural water supplies. Main water close by, but not connected.

Overage Provision

1. There is no overage on Lot 1
2. The vendors will consider offers for Lots, 2,3 & 4 with and without the following overage provisions:
Lot 2 - 20 years/50%
Lot 3 - 20 years/20%
Lot 4 - 20 years/ 20%
Further details, if required, are available from the sole agents.

Sporting

All rights are owned and included in the sale. Racing at Exeter or Taunton, Golf at Lyme Regis or Bridport. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis or West Bay.

Education

Primary schooling at Mrs Ethelston's in Uplyme. Good state secondary school at The Woodroffe School and the excellent Colyton Grammar School. Independent schools in the area included Perrot Hill at Crewkerne, Sherborne and the Exeter Schools.

Material Information

1. We cannot confirm if the private drainage system complies with the current regulations.
2. Lower Coombe bungalow is situated in an area with a very low probability of flooding from surface water or a river.

Rights Of Way

1. A public footpath and neighbouring properties have access over the initial section of Lot 1's driveway, a good distance from the bungalow
2. A public footpath and a permissive footpath cross Lot 2
3. Lot 2 will not have a right of way over the Lot 1's access driveway.

Fencing Obligations

If sold in lots:
1. The gateway between Lots 1 & 3 is to be blocked up within two months of completion, the cost to be borne by the buyers of Lot 1.
2. A new boundary (stock proof fencing) is to be erected between Lots 3 & 4 within two months of completion, the cost to be borne equally between the buyers of Lots 3 & 4.

Local Authority

East Devon District Council. Tel: Council Tax Band: F

Tenure

Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.