Newlands Farm - Whole
Witheridge, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 8QF
Guide Price
£1,220,000
Residential Tags: Occupancy Condition
Property Tags: Class Q, Equestrian, Smallholding
Land Tags: Pasture Land, Woodland
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Sep 2022
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: Occupancy Condition
- Property Tags: Class Q, Equestrian, Smallholding
- Land Tags: Pasture Land, Woodland
A delightfully situated residential smallholding, comprising of a detached bungalow together with an extensive range of modern buildings; one of which has an application pending for Class Q consent to residential use. Fertile and productive pasture land with woodland and frontage to the Little Dart River.
In all about 38.64 acres.
Available as a whole or in 2 Lots.
INTRODUCTION
Newlands Farm is an exceptionally attractive and adaptable smallholding, set within unspoiled countryside and available as a whole or in 2 Lots. The property is centred on a detached bungalow, set within private gardens and affording well appointed accommodation with the potential for further improvement and possibly enlargement, subject to consent. To the north is the current farmstead, comprising of an extensive range of adaptable modern buildings; one of which has a planning application pending for conversion to residential use under Class Q. If successful, it provides prospective purchasers with the unique opportunity of creating a modern and highly individual family home, set with its surrounding land and enjoying an outstanding location with beautiful rural views. The pasture and woodland complimenting both parts, comprises of level or gently sloping productive pasture, interspersed with amenity broad leafed woodland which provides a diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The Little Dart River borders the northern extremity of the holding.
SITUATION
The property occupies an attractive and idyllic position within Mid Devon, set within the unspoiled and gently undulating band of countryside which lies to either side of the Little Dart River and between the popular villages of Witheridge and Rackenford. The former provides a comprehensive range of local amenities including primary healthcare and schooling, whilst Rackenford is an equally popular village and affords similar facilities as well as a thriving community. Although the setting is undoubtedly rural, the property is by no means isolated and the A361 North Devon Link Road is within easy reach and provides access to the larger centres of South Molton, Barnstaple and Tiverton with all affording a comprehensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities . Beyond Tiverton is the M5 (J27) and with mainline rail connections available adjacent to this junction at Tiverton Parkway. The property is ideally located for those interested in all rural pursuits, with a great variety of designated foot and bridle ways within the locality as well as the National Park of Exmoor which lies to the north with it’s beautiful moorland scenery, deep valleys and traditional hamlets and villages.
Lot 1 — The Bungalow and about 15.44 acres pasture Land
An attractive detached bungalow, constructed with rendered and colour washed elevations over a reconstituted stone plinth with concrete tiled roof. The bungalow affords attractive and adaptable accommodation with the potential for further improvement and possible enlargement subject to consent. With the existing accommodation benefitting from uPVC double glazed casements and soffits, together with oil fired central heating it affords attractive and conveniently arranged accommodation as follows:-
Front door to Entrance Lobby with stable door to:
Entrance Hall with enclosed airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and immersion heater.
Sitting Room an attractive dual aspect room with brick feature fireplace with inset wood burning stove.
Kitchen with range of base cupboard and drawer units with work surfaces and inset ceramic single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Integral hob and oven and range of matching wall cupboards with inset microwave. Tiled floor and panelling to dado height. Stable door to :
Side Entrance Lobby with fitted cupboard and tiled floor. Door to outside.
Conservatory/Dining Room of uPVC construction beneath a polycarbonate roof with French door to outside.
Situated off the main entrance hall:
Bedroom 1 3.93m x 3.47m with En-suite comprising of WC, wash basin and shower cubicle with electric mixer unit. Tiled floor and door to outside.
Bedroom 2 with fitted wardrobe.
Bedroom 3 with fitted wardrobe.
Bathroom with panel bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment. Pedestal wash basin and WC. Tiled floor and heated towel rail.
The property is approached over a private entrance drive which will also serve Lot 2, if the property is sold in two Lots. A hardened spur leads to a parking area and to private enclosed gardens. These are undoubtedly one of the most attractive features of the property, providing a diversity of colour throughout the growing season with a great variety of flowering shrubs and ornamental borders, complimented with grassed conservation areas and an exceptionally attractive willow walkway. Completing the domestic curtilage are chicken and duck runs, together with a vegetable area.
The adjoining pasture land is principally level and provides productive grazing together with various areas of amenity broad leafed woodland which add to the amenity appeal of the property. In total, Lot 1 extends to about 15.44 acres as edged red on the identification plan.
Lot 2 — The Buildings and about 23.20 acres Pasture and Woodland.
Situated to the north of Lot 1 and approached over a continuation of the private entrance drive is the farmstead. All of the buildings are of modern precast concrete and corrugated fibre cement roofed construction and are readily adaptable to a variety of agricultural, equestrian or general smallholding uses.
A planning application (Ref No: 75766) has recently been submitted to North Devon District Council for the conversion of the northern most building to a residential dwelling under Class Q of the Town and Country Planning Act Order 2015 (General Permitted Development)(England). Validated on the 15th August 2022, the application if successful will provide an unrivalled opportunity to create a modern and individual family home in an outstanding location and benefitting from far reaching rural views. The versatility of the site is enhanced by the remaining outbuildings and adjoining pasture and amenity woodland with frontage to the Little Dart River.
The building on which planning consent is sought, comprises of an 8 bay precast concrete and fibre cement roofed general purpose building measuring internally 36.43m x 7.19m and providing a gross internal floor area of just under 261sq.m. Of single storey design, the submitted plans provide for the following accommodation:-
Spacious Entrance Hall leading to large open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Area with dual aspect and Utility Room off. Master Bedroom Suite with dressing area and En-suite. Two further Bedrooms and Study/Bedroom 4. Family Bathroom.
Adjoining to the south is an attached outbuilding which is intended to become a Carport with adjoining Store.
The other buildings of similar construction are all grouped around concreted or hardened yard areas and are readily adaptable to a variety of uses allied to the residential enjoyment of the property. They comprise:-
3 bay American Style Stable Barn 13.59m x 8.66m with concrete floor and part block and part corrugated clad elevations.
4 bay General purpose Building comprising of central Fodder Store 18.17m x 8.65m with concrete floor and adjoining Loose Yard 18.17m x 9.02m to one side and to the other; an enclosed Store with two further Store Rooms, Loose Box and Open Yard approx. 18.17m x 9.02m overall.
Concrete block and corrugated fibre cement roofed Former Granary 17.44m x 4.57m with concrete floor and wooden doors to one end. Adjoining Silo.
The land lies to the north and west of the farmstead and comprises of level or gently sloping productive pasture contained within traditional and well maintained Devon hedged boundaries interspersed with various mature broad leafed trees which compliment the other areas of amenity broad leafed woodland. It is an attractive landscape, providing the ideal habitat for a wide range of wildlife and flora, including bluebells and orchids within the woodland areas. With the Little Dart River bordering the property, this is a lifestyle property and one which will undoubtedly appeal to a wide range of potential purchasers. In total, Lot 2 extends to about 23.20 acres as edged and hatched red on the identification plan.
TENURE AND POSSESSION
Freehold and with vacant possession upon completion.
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. In the event of the property being sold in two Lots, this will necessitate the subdivision and rerouting of supplies. Further details are available from the Agents.
The bungalow currently drains to a private system. The barn will drain to a new system to be installed within the curtilage of Lot 2 at the purchasers expense and in accordance with Environment Agency requirements.
OUTGOINGS
These are believed to comprise of local council tax in respect of Lot 1 (Band C) together with the usual service and environmental charges.
Lot 2 will be assessed on completion.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
North Devon District Council - Lynton House Commercial Road, Barnstaple EX31 1DG
Telephone - .
PLANNING
The bungalow on Lot 1 is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Further details are available from the Agents.
PUBLIC FOOTPATH
A public footpath crosses part of the property.
MEASUREMENTSAND OTHER INFORMATION
All measurements are approximate. Any field numbers and areas shown on the attached plan are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for identification purposes only. They do not necessarily correspond either with the National Grid plan numbers or with those produced on the Rural Land Register.
Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars as accurate and reliable as possible, if there are any point which is of particular importance to you please contact the office, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. We have not tested any of the equipment, appliances, central heating or services.
DIRECTIONS
The postcode EX16 8QF is a generic postcode for the area. The property will be most easily found by using What3words. For the exact location download the app and enter:
Snowstorm.carpet.chucks.
Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Tiverton
In all about 38.64 acres.
Available as a whole or in 2 Lots.
INTRODUCTION
Newlands Farm is an exceptionally attractive and adaptable smallholding, set within unspoiled countryside and available as a whole or in 2 Lots. The property is centred on a detached bungalow, set within private gardens and affording well appointed accommodation with the potential for further improvement and possibly enlargement, subject to consent. To the north is the current farmstead, comprising of an extensive range of adaptable modern buildings; one of which has a planning application pending for conversion to residential use under Class Q. If successful, it provides prospective purchasers with the unique opportunity of creating a modern and highly individual family home, set with its surrounding land and enjoying an outstanding location with beautiful rural views. The pasture and woodland complimenting both parts, comprises of level or gently sloping productive pasture, interspersed with amenity broad leafed woodland which provides a diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The Little Dart River borders the northern extremity of the holding.
SITUATION
The property occupies an attractive and idyllic position within Mid Devon, set within the unspoiled and gently undulating band of countryside which lies to either side of the Little Dart River and between the popular villages of Witheridge and Rackenford. The former provides a comprehensive range of local amenities including primary healthcare and schooling, whilst Rackenford is an equally popular village and affords similar facilities as well as a thriving community. Although the setting is undoubtedly rural, the property is by no means isolated and the A361 North Devon Link Road is within easy reach and provides access to the larger centres of South Molton, Barnstaple and Tiverton with all affording a comprehensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities . Beyond Tiverton is the M5 (J27) and with mainline rail connections available adjacent to this junction at Tiverton Parkway. The property is ideally located for those interested in all rural pursuits, with a great variety of designated foot and bridle ways within the locality as well as the National Park of Exmoor which lies to the north with it’s beautiful moorland scenery, deep valleys and traditional hamlets and villages.
Lot 1 — The Bungalow and about 15.44 acres pasture Land
An attractive detached bungalow, constructed with rendered and colour washed elevations over a reconstituted stone plinth with concrete tiled roof. The bungalow affords attractive and adaptable accommodation with the potential for further improvement and possible enlargement subject to consent. With the existing accommodation benefitting from uPVC double glazed casements and soffits, together with oil fired central heating it affords attractive and conveniently arranged accommodation as follows:-
Front door to Entrance Lobby with stable door to:
Entrance Hall with enclosed airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and immersion heater.
Sitting Room an attractive dual aspect room with brick feature fireplace with inset wood burning stove.
Kitchen with range of base cupboard and drawer units with work surfaces and inset ceramic single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Integral hob and oven and range of matching wall cupboards with inset microwave. Tiled floor and panelling to dado height. Stable door to :
Side Entrance Lobby with fitted cupboard and tiled floor. Door to outside.
Conservatory/Dining Room of uPVC construction beneath a polycarbonate roof with French door to outside.
Situated off the main entrance hall:
Bedroom 1 3.93m x 3.47m with En-suite comprising of WC, wash basin and shower cubicle with electric mixer unit. Tiled floor and door to outside.
Bedroom 2 with fitted wardrobe.
Bedroom 3 with fitted wardrobe.
Bathroom with panel bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment. Pedestal wash basin and WC. Tiled floor and heated towel rail.
The property is approached over a private entrance drive which will also serve Lot 2, if the property is sold in two Lots. A hardened spur leads to a parking area and to private enclosed gardens. These are undoubtedly one of the most attractive features of the property, providing a diversity of colour throughout the growing season with a great variety of flowering shrubs and ornamental borders, complimented with grassed conservation areas and an exceptionally attractive willow walkway. Completing the domestic curtilage are chicken and duck runs, together with a vegetable area.
The adjoining pasture land is principally level and provides productive grazing together with various areas of amenity broad leafed woodland which add to the amenity appeal of the property. In total, Lot 1 extends to about 15.44 acres as edged red on the identification plan.
Lot 2 — The Buildings and about 23.20 acres Pasture and Woodland.
Situated to the north of Lot 1 and approached over a continuation of the private entrance drive is the farmstead. All of the buildings are of modern precast concrete and corrugated fibre cement roofed construction and are readily adaptable to a variety of agricultural, equestrian or general smallholding uses.
A planning application (Ref No: 75766) has recently been submitted to North Devon District Council for the conversion of the northern most building to a residential dwelling under Class Q of the Town and Country Planning Act Order 2015 (General Permitted Development)(England). Validated on the 15th August 2022, the application if successful will provide an unrivalled opportunity to create a modern and individual family home in an outstanding location and benefitting from far reaching rural views. The versatility of the site is enhanced by the remaining outbuildings and adjoining pasture and amenity woodland with frontage to the Little Dart River.
The building on which planning consent is sought, comprises of an 8 bay precast concrete and fibre cement roofed general purpose building measuring internally 36.43m x 7.19m and providing a gross internal floor area of just under 261sq.m. Of single storey design, the submitted plans provide for the following accommodation:-
Spacious Entrance Hall leading to large open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Area with dual aspect and Utility Room off. Master Bedroom Suite with dressing area and En-suite. Two further Bedrooms and Study/Bedroom 4. Family Bathroom.
Adjoining to the south is an attached outbuilding which is intended to become a Carport with adjoining Store.
The other buildings of similar construction are all grouped around concreted or hardened yard areas and are readily adaptable to a variety of uses allied to the residential enjoyment of the property. They comprise:-
3 bay American Style Stable Barn 13.59m x 8.66m with concrete floor and part block and part corrugated clad elevations.
4 bay General purpose Building comprising of central Fodder Store 18.17m x 8.65m with concrete floor and adjoining Loose Yard 18.17m x 9.02m to one side and to the other; an enclosed Store with two further Store Rooms, Loose Box and Open Yard approx. 18.17m x 9.02m overall.
Concrete block and corrugated fibre cement roofed Former Granary 17.44m x 4.57m with concrete floor and wooden doors to one end. Adjoining Silo.
The land lies to the north and west of the farmstead and comprises of level or gently sloping productive pasture contained within traditional and well maintained Devon hedged boundaries interspersed with various mature broad leafed trees which compliment the other areas of amenity broad leafed woodland. It is an attractive landscape, providing the ideal habitat for a wide range of wildlife and flora, including bluebells and orchids within the woodland areas. With the Little Dart River bordering the property, this is a lifestyle property and one which will undoubtedly appeal to a wide range of potential purchasers. In total, Lot 2 extends to about 23.20 acres as edged and hatched red on the identification plan.
TENURE AND POSSESSION
Freehold and with vacant possession upon completion.
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. In the event of the property being sold in two Lots, this will necessitate the subdivision and rerouting of supplies. Further details are available from the Agents.
The bungalow currently drains to a private system. The barn will drain to a new system to be installed within the curtilage of Lot 2 at the purchasers expense and in accordance with Environment Agency requirements.
OUTGOINGS
These are believed to comprise of local council tax in respect of Lot 1 (Band C) together with the usual service and environmental charges.
Lot 2 will be assessed on completion.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
North Devon District Council - Lynton House Commercial Road, Barnstaple EX31 1DG
Telephone - .
PLANNING
The bungalow on Lot 1 is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Further details are available from the Agents.
PUBLIC FOOTPATH
A public footpath crosses part of the property.
MEASUREMENTSAND OTHER INFORMATION
All measurements are approximate. Any field numbers and areas shown on the attached plan are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for identification purposes only. They do not necessarily correspond either with the National Grid plan numbers or with those produced on the Rural Land Register.
Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars as accurate and reliable as possible, if there are any point which is of particular importance to you please contact the office, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. We have not tested any of the equipment, appliances, central heating or services.
DIRECTIONS
The postcode EX16 8QF is a generic postcode for the area. The property will be most easily found by using What3words. For the exact location download the app and enter:
Snowstorm.carpet.chucks.
Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Tiverton
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.