Council Tax Farmhouse Council Tax is Band E and the annual charge for 2015/2016 is £1,591.69.

Fixtures & Fittings All fixtures, fittings and chattels, whether referred to or not, are specifically excluded from the sale including fitted carpets, light fittings, free standing domes- tic and electrical items, machinery and agricultural machinery.

VAT Any guide price quoted or discussed is exclusive of VAT. In the event of any sale of the property or any part of it or any right attached to it becomes chargeable for VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchasers.

Solicitors Trant & Richards 3-4 St. Marys Street, Carmarthen SA31 1TN. Telephone: 01267 236426.

Viewings Viewings will be strictly by prior appointment with the vendor’s agent. Please call Regulations Edward H Perkins Chartered Surveyors on 01437 760730. Any reference to alterations, or the use of any part of the property, does not mean Contact Kathryn Perkins. that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. Interested parties should carry out an inspection and satisfy themselves Photographs that all information is correct. The photographs only show certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken (November 2015). Areas, measurements and distances given Boundaries: are approximate. Any purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agent will be responsible for locating the boundaries or ownership thereof. Should any dispute arise as to the boundaries or any points on the particulars or plans, an interpretation of the boundery shall be referred to the vendor’s agent, whose decision acting as expert will be final.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way: The property is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way either public or private and all wayleaves, easements and other rights of way, whether they are specifically referred to or not.

Local Authority: Carmarthenshire County Council, Council Offices, Carmarthen, SA31 1JP. Telephone number: 01267 234567. Welsh Government Agriculture Office, Picton Terrace, Carmarthen, SA31 3BT. Telephone number: 0300 062 5004.

Disclaimer: We endeavour to make our sale details accurate and reliable but they should not be relied on as statements or representations of fact, and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make any representation or give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller. Services, fittings and equipment referred to in the sale details have not been tested ( unless otherwise stated ) and no warranty can be given as to their condition. We would strongly recommend that all the informa- tion which we provide about the property is verified by yourself or your advisers. Please contact us before viewing the property. If there is any point of particular importance to you we will be pleased to provide additional information or to make further enquiries. We will also confirm that the property remains available. This is particularly important if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. Directions From Carmarthen take the A484, north towards Llandysul. Proceed through the villages of Bronwydd and Cynwyl Elfed. Approximately half a mile after Cynwyl Elfed, turn right to Llanpumpsaint. Follow this road for circa 1 mile and Penfoel Caru is located on the right.

OS Grid Ref: SN 3890 2805

Cynwyl Elfed, Carmarthenshire, SA33 6UN. PENFOEL CARU A versatile farming unit extending in all to approximately 220 acres.

edward h perkins CHARTERED SURVEYORS AUCTIONEERS & VALUERS PENFOEL CARU

Cynwyl Elfed, Carmarthenshire, SA33 6UN.

General Description Penfoel Caru is a versatile farming unit which extends in all to 219.83 acres (88.86ha). The holding is being actively farmed and is offered for sale as the owner wishes to retire from farming. The property includes a modernised detached four bedroom house and a valuable range of adaptable and well maintained livestock buildings. The land is situated in a ring fence around the homestead area and is gently sloping in nature. Penfoel Caru offers an opportunity to purchase a modern and versatile farming unit, situated in a private position in the heart of Carmarthenshire. Situation The farm lies approximately 2 miles from the village of Cynwyl Elfed, which offers local facilities including village shop and garage. The market town of Carmarthen is situated approximately 8 miles to the south and offers comprehensive amenities including schools, supermarkets, independent shops, main rail line and road connections. Train links from Carmarthen are Cardiff Central 1 hour 45 minutes, London Paddington 4 hours.

Farmhouse A substantial traditional stone constructed dwelling house having a natural slate roof. The farmhouse stands adjacent to the farm yard but is not overlooked by the agricultural buildings. The house has been modernised and comprises four bedrooms and spacious family accommodation.

The ground floor comprises a kitchen, living room and substantial recep- tion room. There are also utility facilities.

On the first floor there are three double bedrooms with a further single bedroom and family bathroom together with walk-in airing cupboard.

Externally the farmhouse enjoys a lawned garden to the side together with suitable parking and a garage.

Farm Buildings Slurry Pit – 100’ x 30’ – concrete walls and floor, situated to the rear of the There are a range of well-maintained traditional and modern farm young stock facilities. buildings. Covered Silo 75’ x 30’ – steel portal frame building, concrete floor, Parlour and Cubicle Building 155’ x105’ - to include covered feeding area. adjoining lean-to 75’ x 30’ comprising 35 cubicles and isolation pen with The concrete frame building includes 180 cubicle spaces (cubicles are 10 concrete feed yard to the fore. years old with rubber mats throughout), feeding area, automatic scrapers and water troughs. Included within the building is a parlour facility with Former Cow Shed 60’ x 20’ – with livestock/calving pens and agricultural adjoining tank room, motor room and store. The parlour stallwork has been storage. Adjoining is a brick building, formerly used for calf housing. removed, there have been no structural alterations, therefore it could easily be replaced. The parlour building would accommodate a 28/28 herringbone direct line parlour. There is also space for in-parlour feeders to be re-installed.

Adjoining the parlour building is a concrete pad suitable for the installation of a feed bin. In the adjoining dairy store and tank room there is space for the reinstallation of all dairy equipment required to commence milk production if desired.

Slurry Pit 100’ x 100’ x 8’ deep - shuttered concrete walls and floor, situated at the lower end of the cubicle building.

Covered Silo 75’ x 45’ – concrete frame silo with adjoining lean-to building with 28 cubicles.

Open Silo 105’ x 52’ – concrete floor and concrete walls to 10’ high.

Livestock Building 45’ x 20’ – steel frame structure with 10’ lean-to with 14 cubicles and loose housing adjoining, 45’ x 45’ feed and housing area with concrete floor and feed barrier.

Hay Store 100’ x 30’ – steel frame structure having a half round roof with corrugated metal sheeting.

Machinery storage/workshop Building 75’ x 35‘.

Young Stock Building 60’ x 40’ – 34 cubicles suitable for heifers, open front elevation to the north suitable for installation of loose housing pens or feed store.

The Land and Farming System The holding comprises 219.83 acres, of which 194.30 acres is agricultural land. The holding has previously been managed as a dairy farm for the renowned Cynwyl Herd of Pedigree Holstein Friesians. The herd achieved a strong production record and was recognised nationwide having won a number of national prizes. More recently the farm has been used for cattle rearing. It has good quality fences and water troughs together with suitable access throughout the holding.

The land lies in a ring fence, with the yard area located at the centre of the prop- erty. The land is classified as Grade 4 on the Agricultural Land Classification. The farm is situated between 400ft and 450ft above sea level. The land has good access from a quiet public road which runs along the northern edge of the prop- erty. The farm is not currently included in any agri-environment scheme, however it is registered for the Basic Payment Scheme.

We understand the holding benefits from Basic Payment Scheme entitlements. Under the 2015 scheme the holding has been allocated 81.96 entitlements at a value of €341.27 per ha. The entitlements are available to purchase by separate negotiation and further information can be obtained from the vendor’s agent.

General Remarks and Stipulations Tenure and Possession The property is owned freehold with vacant possession being offered on completion of the sale.

Method of Sale The property is offered for sale as a whole by private treaty.

Ingoings Depending on the date of completion, there may be a charge levied for ingoing fodder. The valuation will be based on CAAV costings.

Services: The property benefits from mains electricity, private water (borehole) and private drainage. The dwelling house benefits from an oil-fired central heating system and oil-fired Rayburn for cooking and hot water.

Planning: The holding is offered free from any overage or clawback provision.