Land for sale

A parcel of grazing land, with a small stable block, extending to approximately 7.33 hectares (18.12 acres), in an attractive location to the south of the village of St Ippolyts. Just to the south of the land is an extensive network of bridleways and byways allowing for good horse riding.

St Ippolyts is a small village Hertfordshire and located in an area characterised by pleasant rural villages and predominantly arable farmland, with good local amenities and easy access to larger settlements.

Stevenage – 2 miles

Hitchin – 3 miles

Letchworth Garden City – 5.5 miles

GUIDE PRICE - £325,000

Method of Sale

The freehold of the property is offered for sale by private treaty, as a whole.

Description

To the north is a good-sized paddock extending to 3.52 hectares (8.69 acres). This area has direct access and frontage onto Little Almshoe Lane. Redcoates Hotel can be seen to the north east.

Another paddock of grass lies to the south. This is interspersed with small trees and bushes an extends to 3.82 hectares (9.43 acres). There is also a decent stable block on this area, which could be used for a variety of uses, subject to planning.

Planning

The land is classified as Green Belt. As such, there is a general presumption against most forms of development although some agricultural or small-scale equestrian development should be possible (please seek independent advice regarding this).

Services

Water is connected. Other services may be available nearby subject to usual utility connection requirements.

Tenure and possession

The property is subject to a grazing licence that can be determined on a short notice.

Exchange of contracts and completion

Contracts to be exchanged within 20 working days of the issue of a draft contract by the Vendor’s solicitor. A 10% deposit will be payable on exchange of contracts with completion on a date to be agreed.

Anti-Money Laundering

In accordance with the most recent Anti-Money Laundering legislation the purchaser will be required to provide proof of identity and an address to the selling agent once an offer has been submitted and accepted (subject to contract) prior to solicitors being instructed.

Easements, Covenants and Rights of Way

The property is sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements, public or private rights of way, covenants and restrictions, whether stated in these particulars or not. A public footpath passes over the northern area.

Overage

 In the event planning permission is granted for any residential or commercial development, the purchaser shall pay to the vendor 35% of the uplift in value to which the planning permission gives rise, subject to the deduction of the purchaser’s reasonable planning costs. The overage provisions shall apply for a period of 35 years.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent Weldon Beesly (Ref: Tom Banks). Although it is possible to view at any time from the footpath or the road side. There is also a footpath that runs along the southern most boundary, so viewing can be undertaken from this point.

Health and Safety

We would ask that you be as vigilant as possible when making any inspection, for your own personal safety and that of others.

Local Authority

North Herts District Council, Gernon Road, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3JF.