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Higher Woolcombe Farm Melbury Bubb, • Dorchester • Dorset Higher Woolcombe Farm Melbury Bubb, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0NJ

Evershot 2 miles • Sherborne 9 miles • Dorchester 12 miles (Distances & times approximate)

A well situated West Dorset residential/equestrian farm. Attractive period 5 bedroom farmhouse. Range of traditional barns, stables and modern farm buildings. About 85 acres of pastureland with a stream and small lake.

• Farmhouse: Entrance hall, sitting room, snug, kitchen/breakfast room, utility and conservatory.

• Master bedroom with ensuite, four further bedrooms, two bathrooms and a wet room.

• Flexible outbuildings including range of attached stables/workshops and further modern farm buildings.

• Mature gardens with small lake.

• An excellent block of pastureland with a stream running through.

• In all about 84.97 acres (34.39 ha)

For Sale by Private Treaty as a Whole or in Two Lots

Lot 1 - Farmhouse, Farm Buildings and 54.71 acres (22.14 ha) Lot 2 - Pastureland extending to 30.26 acres (12.25 ha)

Situation Outside Tenure Higher Woolcombe Farm is set in the rural hamlet of Melbury The main access to the farmstead is through double gates into Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. The land is let under a Grazing Licence to a Bubb in the Dorset AONB, overlooking its own land with no the yard, providing a generous turning and parking area. In neighbouring farmer, this agreement terminates in November 2021. immediate neighbours. The nearby popular village of Evershot front of the house either side of the path are formal lawns, is a thriving community with a post office/village store, the whilst the level rear garden is well sheltered from the lane by Rights of Way Acorn public house, village hall, church and five star Summer mature hedgerows. It is largely laid to lawn, featuring borders Three footpaths cross the land, well away from the farmstead. There is a right of way over the Lodge Hotel. The county town of Dorchester and the Abbey filled with cottage garden favourites such as lilac, peonies and access to Lot Two in favour of the neighbouring properties and Wessex Water. town of Sherborne offer all of the facilities one would expect, roses. There is an orchard with apple and cherry trees as well including a range of independent shops, restaurants and as a small kitchen garden. Close to the house is a Stone Basic Payment Scheme recreational facilities, as well as main line railway stations with Potting Shed (5.5m x 3.4m) under a tiled roof and to the east of The vendors will endeavour to transfer the entitlements, under the BPS, with the purchasers links to London Waterloo. To the south, the Jurassic Coast the house is the lake with an island. There is a useful secondary being responsible for the agent’s costs involved (£350 plus VAT). World Heritage site and the Georgian market town of Bridport access from the lane into the garden and pasture beyond. are only a half hour drive away. The local schools are well Sporting regarded with a range of excellent public and state schools Outbuildings All rights are owned and included in the sale. Hunting with the Cattistock Foxhounds. Racing at within close proximity of the property. Whilst surrounded by Surrounding the yard are a range of useful buildings. Adjoining Wincanton or Taunton. Golf at Sherborne, Folke or Yeovil. beautiful countryside with excellent opportunities for walking the farmhouse is a brick Stable Block (48m x 6.4m) comprising and riding from the property, there are good road connections 8 loose boxes including a Workshop under a tiled roof. Local Authority with the A37 close by and access to the A303 providing a link Opposite is a part rendered brick and stone Traditional Barn West Dorset District Council. Tel 01305 251010 Council Tax Band: E to the M3 and London. (17.9m x 4.57m) under a profile roof with 4 loose boxes and an enclosed yard. Concrete portal Atcost Barn and Lean To Solicitor The Property (30.77m x 17.75m), with separate access to the lane at the Kitson & Trotman, Beaminster DT8 3AN Higher Woolcombe Farm is a handsome period farmhouse rear. Behind the stable block is a former steel framed Cubicle Tel: 01308 862313 Ref Jason Hodnett with brick and rendered elevations under a tiled roof, with fine Building (18.5m x 6.75m) under a profile roof and a steel Email: [email protected] views over the surrounding rolling Dorset countryside. The framed Silage Barn with Lean To (18.23m x 13.41m). To the original dwelling dates back at least 300 years, but has been south of the farmstead is a steel framed Fodder Barn (13.72m Education updated and the accommodation extended into the adjoining x 6.3m), a poly tunnel and a disused former Outdoor Arena Primary schooling at St Andrews, Yetminster and secondary schooling at The Gryphon, barn. The resulting property sympathetically blends original (40m x 20m) which has partially grassed over, but could be Sherborne. Independent Schools in the area include Sherborne, Leweston and Perrott Hill. features such as the inglenook fireplace and beams with the reinstated if required. conveniences of modern living. The expansive farmhouse Directions kitchen is at the heart of the home, with a 4 oven Aga, slate The Land From Dorchester take the A37 north towards Yeovil. At Holywell Crossroads (Evershot), turn flooring, exposed beams and views over the lake to the Contained within a ring fence is an excellent block of gently right signposted Batcombe. Turn left immediately signposted Melbury Bubb and Batcombe. pastureland beyond. The snug in the historic farmhouse sloping permanent pastureland. This productive land is in five Continue on this lane, pass beneath the railway bridge and after half a mile Higher Woolcombe features fine period moulded ceiling-beams which extend into enclosures surrounded by mature hedges with fencing. A Farm will be found on the right. Our sale boards will be posted. the study, these rooms could be amalgamated as single stream runs the length of the holding, separating Lot One and spacious reception room. This adaptable property provides a Lot Two, eventually feeding the lake. There is road frontage variety of options, recently the dining room has been used as a and a separate access from the lane. Viewing ground floor bedroom with the convenience of the adjacent Strictly by prior appointment with sole agents Symonds and Sampson LLP. Further bathroom. There is additional potential for enlarging the Services information, if required, is available from Ross Willmington or Angela Gillibrand on 01297 accommodation by converting further space in the adjoining Farmhouse: Main electric. Main water. Private drainage to 33122 farm buildings (STPP), possibly for multi-generational living or Klargester Sewage Plant. Oil fired central heating. for providing an income. Land: Main water and natural water.

Please see floorplan for accommodation and measurements. Lot Two On the western side of Lot One, adjacent to the stream, is a Lot One block of undulating permanent pastureland in five main The farmhouse, outbuildings and about 54.71acres (22.14 ha) enclosures. Access is over a concrete track, that also provides access to neighbouring property. In all 30.26 acres (12.25 ha). Situation Outside Tenure Higher Woolcombe Farm is set in the rural hamlet of Melbury The main access to the farmstead is through double gates into Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. The land is let under a Grazing Licence to a Bubb in the Dorset AONB, overlooking its own land with no the yard, providing a generous turning and parking area. In neighbouring farmer, this agreement terminates in November 2021. immediate neighbours. The nearby popular village of Evershot front of the house either side of the path are formal lawns, is a thriving community with a post office/village store, the whilst the level rear garden is well sheltered from the lane by Rights of Way Acorn public house, village hall, church and five star Summer mature hedgerows. It is largely laid to lawn, featuring borders Three footpaths cross the land, well away from the farmstead. There is a right of way over the Lodge Hotel. The county town of Dorchester and the Abbey filled with cottage garden favourites such as lilac, peonies and access to Lot Two in favour of the neighbouring properties and Wessex Water. town of Sherborne offer all of the facilities one would expect, roses. There is an orchard with apple and cherry trees as well including a range of independent shops, restaurants and as a small kitchen garden. Close to the house is a Stone Basic Payment Scheme recreational facilities, as well as main line railway stations with Potting Shed (5.5m x 3.4m) under a tiled roof and to the east of The vendors will endeavour to transfer the entitlements, under the BPS, with the purchasers links to London Waterloo. To the south, the Jurassic Coast the house is the lake with an island. There is a useful secondary being responsible for the agent’s costs involved (£350 plus VAT). World Heritage site and the Georgian market town of Bridport access from the lane into the garden and pasture beyond. are only a half hour drive away. The local schools are well Sporting regarded with a range of excellent public and state schools Outbuildings All rights are owned and included in the sale. Hunting with the Cattistock Foxhounds. Racing at within close proximity of the property. Whilst surrounded by Surrounding the yard are a range of useful buildings. Adjoining Wincanton or Taunton. Golf at Sherborne, Folke or Yeovil. beautiful countryside with excellent opportunities for walking the farmhouse is a brick Stable Block (48m x 6.4m) comprising and riding from the property, there are good road connections 8 loose boxes including a Workshop under a tiled roof. Local Authority with the A37 close by and access to the A303 providing a link Opposite is a part rendered brick and stone Traditional Barn West Dorset District Council. Tel 01305 251010 Council Tax Band: E to the M3 and London. (17.9m x 4.57m) under a profile roof with 4 loose boxes and an enclosed yard. Concrete portal Atcost Barn and Lean To Solicitor The Property (30.77m x 17.75m), with separate access to the lane at the Kitson & Trotman, Beaminster DT8 3AN Higher Woolcombe Farm is a handsome period farmhouse rear. Behind the stable block is a former steel framed Cubicle Tel: 01308 862313 Ref Jason Hodnett with brick and rendered elevations under a tiled roof, with fine Building (18.5m x 6.75m) under a profile roof and a steel Email: [email protected] views over the surrounding rolling Dorset countryside. The framed Silage Barn with Lean To (18.23m x 13.41m). To the original dwelling dates back at least 300 years, but has been south of the farmstead is a steel framed Fodder Barn (13.72m Education updated and the accommodation extended into the adjoining x 6.3m), a poly tunnel and a disused former Outdoor Arena Primary schooling at St Andrews, Yetminster and secondary schooling at The Gryphon, barn. The resulting property sympathetically blends original (40m x 20m) which has partially grassed over, but could be Sherborne. Independent Schools in the area include Sherborne, Leweston and Perrott Hill. features such as the inglenook fireplace and beams with the reinstated if required. conveniences of modern living. The expansive farmhouse Directions kitchen is at the heart of the home, with a 4 oven Aga, slate The Land From Dorchester take the A37 north towards Yeovil. At Holywell Crossroads (Evershot), turn flooring, exposed beams and views over the lake to the Contained within a ring fence is an excellent block of gently right signposted Batcombe. Turn left immediately signposted Melbury Bubb and Batcombe. pastureland beyond. The snug in the historic farmhouse sloping permanent pastureland. This productive land is in five Continue on this lane, pass beneath the railway bridge and after half a mile Higher Woolcombe features fine period moulded ceiling-beams which extend into enclosures surrounded by mature hedges with fencing. A Farm will be found on the right. Our sale boards will be posted. the study, these rooms could be amalgamated as single stream runs the length of the holding, separating Lot One and spacious reception room. This adaptable property provides a Lot Two, eventually feeding the lake. There is road frontage variety of options, recently the dining room has been used as a and a separate access from the lane. Viewing ground floor bedroom with the convenience of the adjacent Strictly by prior appointment with sole agents Symonds and Sampson LLP. Further bathroom. There is additional potential for enlarging the Services information, if required, is available from Ross Willmington or Angela Gillibrand on 01297 accommodation by converting further space in the adjoining Farmhouse: Main electric. Main water. Private drainage to 33122 farm buildings (STPP), possibly for multi-generational living or Klargester Sewage Plant. Oil fired central heating. for providing an income. Land: Main water and natural water.

CONSERVATORY 11'10 (3.61) x 9'10 (3.00)

SITTING ROOM STUDY 16'10 (5.13) 15'4 (4.67) x 15'6 (4.72) SNUG x 13'6 (4.11) 18'9 (5.72) x 13'2 (4.01) UTILITY 15' (4.57) x 9'6 (2.90) ENTRANCE UP HALL

GROUND FLOOR DINING ROOM / BEDROOM 5 12'5 (3.78) x 11'10 (3.61)

KITCHEN 23'6 (7.16) x 17'9 (5.41) BEDROOM 2 BEDROOM 1 13'6 (4.11) BEDROOM 3 BEDROOM 4 14'8 (4.47) x 11'10 (3.61) 14'7 (4.45) 14'7 (4.45) x 13'10 (4.22) x 11' (3.35) x 9'8 (2.95)

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WET ROOM 16'9 (5.11) FIRST FLOOR x 8'6 (2.59)

Floor plan produced in accordance with RICS Property Measurement Standards incorporating International Property Measurement Standards (IPMS2 Residential). © 2021. Produced for Symonds & Sampson. REF: 725611

Important Notice Symonds & Sampson LLP 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 properties have all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Symonds & Sampson LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. 3. We have not made any investigation into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the purchaser is responsible for making his own enquiries in this regard. 4. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way whether public or private, specifically mentioned or not. The vendors shall not be required to define any such rights, privileges or advantages

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