Hillands Farm West Anstey, South Molton, Devon. EX36 3PH An opportunity to purchase 2 properties; 1) a well presented, south-facing farmhouse with large garden and; 2) a modern general purpose agricultural building with outline planning permission to develop two dwellings. All located within 3 miles of Exmoor National Park. Available as a whole or in two lots.
● Knowstone: 3 miles ● North Devon Link Road: 3 miles ● South Molton: 12 miles ● Tiverton: 12 miles (all distances are approximate)
1) Hillands A well-apportioned 4 bedroom south facing farmhouse with spectacular views towards the Exmoor National Park, set in mature gardens. ● Entrance Porch ● Entrance Hall ● Kitchen ● Conservatory ● Sitting Room ● Snug ● Dining Room ● Shower Room ● Rear Porch/Boot Room ● 4 Bedrooms ● Family Bathroom ● Gardens
• 4 Bedroom farmhouse and gardens • Wonderful views across open farmland & Exmoor National Park
2) Modern agricultural building A modern Crendon agricultural building with separate access from Hillands, with outline planning permission for two dwellings.
• Approximately 372 sq meters (4007 sq feet) • Wonderful views across open farmland & Exmoor National Park • Option to purchase further land – up to 16 acres of permanent pasture and fishing lake
Geoffrey Clapp Associates 10 Broad Street South Molton Devon EX36 3AB Tel: 01769 572121 Email: [email protected] Location Shower Room: Low WC, wash basin, fully tiled shower cubicle with Triton Opal shower fitment. The property is situated in a pleasant rural position approximately 3 miles south of Exmoor National Kitchen: Good range of eye and base level units including 1½ bowl sink unit, integrated fridge, space Park and only 3 miles from the village of Knowstone, with the well-known Michelin * Masons Arms. for range cooker with extractor hood over. The North Devon Link Road is less than 4 miles from the property. The market town of South Molton, with its twice weekly Pannier Market and livestock market, approximately 12 miles to the west and Rear Porch/Boot Room: Space and fittings for washing machine, dishwasher and side door. the larger town of Tiverton some 12 miles to the east. The North Devon Link Road gives easy access to the M5 at Junction 27. There is a main line railway station at Tiverton Parkway providing a direct First floor line to London Paddington. Landing
Good sporting and recreation facilities are available in the area and include wonderful walks, hunting Bedroom 1: Built-in wardrobe and fireplace. and shooting. The North Devon coast is a short distance away with the nationally known surfing beaches of Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands (also with popular golf course). Both Exeter and Bedroom 2: Built-in wardrobe and fireplace. Bristol airports are easily accessible. Family Bathroom: Panelled bath with Galaxy electric shower, pedestal wash basin, low WC. Description The farmhouse was constructed in 1937 of brick and concrete block cavity walls under a slated roof Bedroom 3: and has the benefit of uPVC doors and windows throughout. The property has outstanding rural views across neighbouring farmland and the Exmoor National Park, whilst being accessible to the Bedroom 4: With shelved airing cupboard with factory lagged copper cylinder. North Devon Link Road (A361) which is just under seven miles to the west. The gardens surround the property, with a path leading to the outbuildings. Outside The farmhouse is approached by a stone walled and splayed access leading to a tarmac parking and At the end of the garden there is a Willoughby mobile home, which has permanent planning consent turning area in front of the house. The front and rear Gardens are an attractive feature of the from North Devon District Council (Reference PDC105870/P22) to be used as an annex to the property both with lawns and flower borders. Log Store with basin. Detached Workshop (4.83m x property. 2.42m) with light and power connected. Aluminium Greenhouse and small Vegetable Garden . The mobile home is found at the bottom of the garden. To the west of Hillands house is a large general purpose building (95’ x 45’). Outline planning NB. The vendor will erect a fence between points D & E if Hillands and the barn are sold separately. permission has been granted from North Devon District Council for change of use from an agricultural building to two dwellings. Application No. 59102.
Approximately 16 acres of permanent pasture and fishing lake is also available, either if purchasing the two lots as a whole, or if purchasing the general purpose building (lot 2).
LOT 1 - HILLANDS - THE FARMHOUSE Accommodation Please refer to the floorplan for approximate room measurements.
Ground floor Entrance Porch to Entrance Hall:
Sitting Room : Tiled fireplace with Hamlot wood burning stove. Door leading to
Conservatory: Double doors leading to the garden.
Dining Room : Stone fireplace with wood burning stove.
Snug: Range of kitchen units including a stainless steel sink unit and matching eye level cupboards. Open fireplace with bread oven and wood burning stove. Shelved storage cupboard. Worcester oil- fired central heating boiler providing domestic hot water and serving the central heating system.
Hillands – The Farmhouse LOT 2 - MODERN AGRICULTURAL FARM BUILDING
Approached by a separate walled and splayed access directly from the main road is a Crendon General Purpose Building (90’x45’), constructed of concrete block with space boarding under an asbestos roof with a concrete floor throughout. The barn is set within a plot of 0.3 of an acre.
The barn and plot is surrounded by farmland on the western and northern boundaries and has breath-taking views across to Exmoor National Park. The hard standing encircles the barns on all elevations.
Planning Permission The barn has outline permission planning (application number 59102), dated the 1 June 2015, for the change of use from an agricultural to two dwellings under Class MB of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995. The permission is subject to the following conditions.
Planning Conditions 1. The development must be completed within 3 years starting the date of prior approval. 2. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the plans submitted as part of the application. Numbers NDC001 & NDC002 and the Structural Survey. 3. The development will require prior approval of the Local Planning Authority in respect of the design and external appearance of the buildings. An application is to be made under Class Q (b) with the inclusion of detailed scaled drawings of the existing and proposed buildings.
Informative Notes 1. The existing building is not to be completely demolished. 2. The development must take place in strict accordance with the plans submitted. Any variation to the original plans will require a further notification application. 3. It is advised the conversion will be in accordance with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1991 and the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulation 2010. 4. No development under Schedule 2 Part 6 Class A or B (Agricultural Permitted Development) shall be carried out in the agricultural unit within a period of 10 years. 5. A separate planning application would be required to use the additional land surrounding the building (outside the red line of submission) as domestic garden. 6. Other approval may be required as part of any other regulations i.e Building Regulations. 7. The applicant is responsible to ensure the septic tank is adequate in size to accommodate the living accommodation. 8. The Environment Agency have advised that any non-mains foul drainage system may require an Environmental Permit from the Environment Agency.
Rights of Way, Easements & Wayleaves THE LAND (an option to purchase with the barn if not sold as a whole) The property is sold subject to, and with all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, public The land is gently sloping away from the barn and yard area. Currently split into 6 enclosures and and private, whether specifically mentioned or not. extending in all to nearly 16 acres. The land is predominantly permanent pasture with one large fishing lake. Note: The 6 parcels of land marked in grey on the plan is available if sold separately. The Specific Rights & Covenants, Rights of Way 1 parcel of land (marked in green) adjacent to the barn would be available under separate The Barn negotiation if purchasing the barn (lot 2). All 7 parcels would be available under a separate negotiation if purchasing Lots 1 & 2 (whole). 1. A right of way will be retained by the vendor from A to B for the movement of agricultural machinery and livestock. Sporting Rights: The sporting rights over the freehold land are in hand and are included in the sale as 2. The vendor will grant the purchaser of the barn the right to install and subsequent right to far as they are owned. repair and renew the drainage soak away system over the agricultural land, on the northern boundary as outlined in red if the land is not purchased. Basic Payment Scheme: The Basic Payment Scheme entitlements will be transferred to the purchaser 3. The vendor will grant the purchaser of the barn the right to install and subsequent right to following completion of the sale. repair and renew a borehole on the land outlined in red if the land is not purchased, if there is deemed to be a suitable water supply. Services: 4. The purchaser of the barn will be granted the right to install and subsequent right to repair Farmhouse: Mains electricity, private well water with filtration plant, (maintained by Watercare of and renew an electricity and telecoms connection via Hillands, if it’s deemed to be the most Barnstaple). Mains water available. Septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating. accessible option. Farm Building: Mains electricity and private well water. There is potential to gain access to a mains Hillands water supply from a point adjoining the main public highway. 1. A right of way will be granted from A to C for Hillands to empty the septic tank; and subsequent right to repair and renew the drainage soak away system should it exist on the Viewing: Strictly by appointment through Geoffrey Clapp Associates. land shaded blue. Hillands Council Tax: E
Local Authority: North Devon District Council www.northdevon.gov.uk
Tenure: Freehold
Directions: From South Molton proceed along the North Devon Link (A361) to the picnic area – approximately 10 miles. Turn left and proceed over 2 cattle grids and drive through the hamlet of Roachill to Blackerton Cross, approximately 3 miles from the A361. Turn left and proceed west towards South Molton, passing Blackerton Cross Garage on the left and Hillands Farm will be found a short distance along this road on the right hand side. A Geoffrey Clapp Associates For Sale will be found at the property. NB. Google Maps will take you to the centre of the postcode area and NOT necessarily the specific property. Please follow our directions. Note: Whilst we, Geoffrey Clapp Associates (GCA), make every attempt to ensure our sales particulars are fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property. No appliances have been tested and no warranty given by GCA in relation to this property. If there is any point of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to clarify the position for you. It is the responsibility of any intending purchaser to check that the property is available to view before setting out. Neither GCA nor the vendor accept any responsibility for failed viewings. An EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) is available for this property. You can either view a copy held at our South Molton office or we can send you a copy via email.