CHURCH FARM Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset
CHURCH FARM Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset
A Substantial Period Family Home With Ancillary Barn Conversion, Pasture & Woodland, Situated In A Desirable Village Location Enjoying Good Access To Excellent Schooling & Communication Links
Shaftesbury 2 miles, Gillingham 3.5 miles, A303 6 miles, Warminster 15 miles, Salisbury 23 miles, Bath 32 miles, London 109 miles
Mainline Train Service Gillingham to London/Waterloo 120 mins
International Airports Bournemouth 31 miles, Bristol 44 miles, Southampton 48 miles
• Substantial principal farmhouse
• 4 double bedrooms, 4 receptions, 2 bathrooms
• Separate 4 bedroom, 2 reception, 3 bathroom, barn conversion
• Former dairy offering workshop/storage with potential (S.T.P)
• Further outbuildings & garaging for 5 cars with potential (S.T.P)
• Landscaped gardens and grounds
• Attractive level pasture
• Amenity woodland
• Edge of village location
About 15.5 Acres
01722 782727 foxgrant.com Situation Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset Church Farm is situated on the western edge of the desirable village of Motcombe, approximately 2 miles north of the Saxon market town of Shaftesbury and enjoys an attractive rural setting with far reaching southerly views over adjoining farmland. The property benefits from excellent communication links with the A303 8 miles Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 to the north providing access to the M3 and M5 motorway network. 4.36 x 2.94 5.34 x 4.46 Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7 9NT 14'4 x 9'8 17'6 x 14'8 The Cathedral City of Salisbury lies within easy reach to the east, Approximate Gross External Area :- 482 sq m / 5193 sq ft Warminster and Bath are to the north with Poole and Weymouth to Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199 sq ft the south (via A350). Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sq m / 2154 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft Education There is an excellent selection of private schools in the = Reduced headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 Sitting Room Bedroom 3 In surrounding area, including Port Regis which is adjacent to Church 5.30 x 4.19 4.25 x 3.20 17'5 x 13'9 13'11 x 10'6 N Farm itself, St. Mary's at Shaftesbury, Sandroyd, Clayesmore and W Bryanston with Sherborne boys and girls schools and Hazlegrove and King's Bruton. Motcombe itself has a highly rated state primary S E B T within walking distance. For independents see www.isc.co.uk and for state school information see www.dorsetforyou.com. Kitchen 5.40 x 4.36 17'9 x 14'4
Local, Sporting & Recreational Facilities Motcombe is a thriving Dn village enjoying an award winning village shop/post office, public Up house, church and primary school. Church Farm is also within walking distance of the popular Motcombe Park Sports Club at Port Regis which Loft Room Loft Room 4.32 x 3.05 4.30 x 3.05 14'2 x 10'0 includes a heated indoor swimming pool. The nearby market town of Bedroom 4 14'1 x 10'0 Shaftesbury provides a good range of services including a supermarket, 3.85 x 2.81 12'8 x 9'3 a health centre, library and arts centre and Gillingham offers Waitrose, Church Farm Annexe ASDA and Lidl with more comprehensive shopping, sporting, cultural and education facilities found in Salisbury. Good walking, cycling and outriding opportunities abound from the property into the surrounding Family Room countryside. Sailing and water sports are available on the south coast. Loft Room 5.42 x 4.37 12.65 x 5.02 Horseracing is at Salisbury, Wincanton and Bath. Local hunts include 17'9 x 14'4 41'6 x 16'6 The South & West Wilts, Blackmore & Sparkford Vale and The Portman. Dn
Fishing can be enjoyed on the River Nadder nearby on licence via Utility private clubs and organisations. Golf can be enjoyed at Port Regis, 4.69 x 2.35 Second Floor Motcombe, Rushmore, Tollard Royal, Bourton and Salisbury & 15'5 x 7'9
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Church Farm Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 3.97 x 3.09 5.41 x 3.37 13'0 x 10'2 Kitchen/Breakfast Room Offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years, Church Farm 17'9 x 11'1 8.41 x 5.21 is a delightful and well maintained period farmhouse believed to 3.08 x 1.64 27'7 x 17'1 Larder originally date from the mid 18 Century, with later additions. 10'1 x 5'5 2.34 x 2.17 7'8 x 7'1 Constructed of brick and painted stone elevations under a tiled roof, Up the farmhouse has been extensively modernised and improved by the current vendors whilst retaining much of its original character Up Office Dn and charm. Extending to some 5,193 ft² the property offers spacious Dining Room 6.63 x 3.24 Sitting Room Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 6.49 x 4.30 21'9 x 10'8 accommodation arranged over 3 floors with a number of the 4.83 x 4.71 3.91 x 4.28 4.87 x 4.86 21'4 x 14'1 principal rooms enjoying stunning rural views. 15'10 x 15'5 12'10 x 14'1 16'0 x 15'11 Up The second floor, which is currently utilised for storage, offers much potential for additional bedrooms, subject to satisfying the Ground Floor First Floor appropriate regulations. PRODUCED FOR FOX GRANT 2018
This illustration is for identification purposes only. Measured & drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale, unless stated. Dimensions shown are to the nearest 7.5 cm / 3" and are through cupboard / wardrobes to wall surfaces where possible or where indicated by arrow heads. Whilst every care is taken in the Approached over a private drive, the property is set back in its own preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them. courtyard setting and benefits from a delightful walled garden to To the west of the annexe lies a versatile former dairy extending the front elevation, comprising well stocked beds, herb garden and to approximately 4,000 ft². This offers a range of potential uses ornamental pond. including storage, workshop, office or studio space subject to achieving the necessary consents. Five garages provide further The beautiful gardens continue to the rear of the property where storage for vehicles and machinery. formal lawns are interspersed by colourful borders, productive raised vegetable beds and a seating area with well, providing Beyond the formal gardens and courtyard lies approximately 14 a delightful setting to enjoy the views and local wildlife. acres, comprising approximately 8 acres of level pasture and a former apple orchard, bordered by 6 acres of amenity woodland, Adjoining the northern elevation of the farmhouse is a self- generating almost unlimited firewood. contained, 4 bedroom barn conversion with disabled access, which has been used for both holiday rentals and ancillary accommodation. Constructed of brick and stone elevations under a slate roof the annexe provides 2,154 ft² arranged over 2 floors with its own terrace, allowing opportunities for al fresco dining. Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 5.34 x 4.46 Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7 9NT Church Farm4.36 x 2.94 , Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset 14'4 x 9'8 17'6 x 14'8 Approximate Gross External Area :- 482 sq m / 5193 sq ft Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199 sq ft
Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sq m / 2154 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 5.34 x 4.46 Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7= Reduced 9NT headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 4.36 x 2.94 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 Sitting Room 17'6 x 14'8 Bedroom 3 14'4 x 9'8 4.36 x 2.94 In 5.34 x 4.46 Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7 9NT 5.30 x 4.19 4.25 x 3.20 Approximate Gross External Area :- 482 sq m / 5193 sq ft 14'4 x 9'8 17'6 x 14'8 17'5 x 13'9 Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199 sq ft 13'11 x 10'6 Approximate Gross External Area :- 482 sq m / 5193 sq ft N Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199W sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sq m / 2154 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sqS m / 2154E sq ft B T Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft = Reduced headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 Sitting Room Kitchen Bedroom 3 = Reduced headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 5.30 x 4.19 Sitting Room In 5.40 x 4.36 4.25 x 3.20 Bedroom 3 17'5 x 13'9 5.30 x 4.19 In 13'11 x 10'6 17'9 x 14'4 4.25 x 3.20 N 17'5 x 13'9 W 13'11 x 10'6 N W Dn
Up S E B T S E B T Kitchen Loft Room Loft Room 5.40 x 4.36 Kitchen 4.32 x 3.05 4.30 x 3.05 17'9 x 14'4 14'2 x 10'0 5.40 x 4.36 Bedroom 4 14'1 x 10'0 17'9 x 14'4 3.85 x 2.81 12'8 x 9'3 Dn Dn Up Church Farm Annexe Up
Loft Room Loft Room 4.32 x 3.05 Loft Room4.30 x 3.05 Loft Room 14'2 x 10'0 Bedroom 4 4.32 x 3.0514'1 x 10'0 4.30 x 3.05 14'2 x 10'0 14'1 x 10'0 3.85 x 2.81 Bedroom 4 Family Room Loft Room 12'8 x 9'3 3.85 x 2.81 5.42 x 4.37 Church Farm Annexe 12.65 x 5.02 12'8 x 9'3 17'9 x 14'4 Church Farm Annexe 41'6 x 16'6 Dn
Utility Family Room 4.69 x 2.35 Loft Room 5.42 x 4.37 Family Room 15'5 x 7'9 Second Floor 12.65 x 5.02 Loft Room 17'9 x 14'4 5.42 x 4.37 41'6 x 16'6 12.65 x 5.02 17'9 x 14'4 Dn 41'6 x 16'6 T B Dn
Bedroom 4 Utility Bedroom 3 3.97 x 3.09 4.69 x 2.35 Utility 5.41 x 3.37 13'0 x 10'2 15'5 x 7'9 Kitchen/Breakfast Room Second Floor 4.69 x 2.35 17'9 x 11'1 15'5 x 7'9 8.41 x 5.21 Second Floor 3.08 x 1.64 27'7 x 17'1 Larder T 10'1 x 5'5 B 2.34 x 2.17 7'8 x 7'1 T B Up Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 3.97 x 3.09 Bedroom 4 5.41 x 3.37 13'0 x 10'2 3.97 x 3.09 Kitchen/Breakfast Room Bedroom 3 Up 17'9 x 11'1 5.41 x 3.37 13'0 x 10'2 8.41 x 5.21 Kitchen/Breakfast Room Office Dn 17'9 x 11'1 3.08 x 1.64 27'7 x 17'1 8.41 x 5.21 LarderDining Room 6.63 x 3.24 Sitting Room Bedroom 2 Bedroom 1 10'1 x 5'5 3.08 x 1.64 27'7 x 17'1 2.34 6.49x 2.17 x 4.30 21'9 x 10'8 Larder 4.83 x 4.71 3.91 x 4.28 4.87 x 4.86 10'1 x 5'5 7'8 21'4x 7'1 x 14'1 2.34 x 2.17 15'10 x 15'5 Up 12'10 x 14'1 16'0 x 15'11 7'8 x 7'1 Up Up Up Office Dn Up 6.63 x 3.24 Dn Dining Room Office Bedroom 1 Ground FloorSitting Room 21'9 x 10'8 Bedroom 2 First Floor 6.49 x 4.30 Dining Room 6.63 x 3.24 PRODUCED FOR FOX GRANT 2018 4.83 x 4.71 Sitting Room 3.91 x 4.28 Bedroom 2 4.87 x 4.86 Bedroom 1 21'4 x 14'1 6.49 x 4.30 21'9 x 10'8 15'10 x 15'5 4.83 x 4.71 12'10 x 14'1 3.91 x 4.28 16'0 x 15'11 4.87 x 4.86 21'4 x 14'1 This illustration is for identification purposes only. Measured & drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. 15'10 x 15'5 12'10 x 14'1 Not drawn16'0 to scale, x 15'11 unless stated. Dimensions shown are to the nearest 7.5 cm / 3" and are through cupboard / wardrobes to wall surfaces where possible or where indicated by arrow heads. Whilst every care is taken in the Up preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions Up reliant upon them.
Ground Floor First Floor Ground Floor First Floor PRODUCED FOR FOX GRANT 2018 PRODUCED FOR FOX GRANT 2018 This illustration is for identification purposes only. Measured & drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale, unless stated. Dimensions shown are to the nearest 7.5 cm / 3" and are through cupboard / wardrobes to wall surfaces whereThis possible illustration or where is for indicatedidentification by arrow purposes heads. only. Whilst Measured every care& drawn is taken in accordance in the with RICS guidelines. preparation of this plan, pleaseNot check drawn all to dimensions scale, unless shapes stated. & compassDimensions bearings shown before are to makingthe nearest any decisions7.5 cm / 3" and are through cupboard / wardrobes to wallreliant surfaces upon where them. possible or where indicated by arrow heads. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them. FARMHOUSE Annexe • Farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room with electric Aga, feature bread • Kitchen/breakfast room with Rayburn oven and walk in larder • Sitting room • Dining room with exposed oak and pine beams • Ground floor bedroom with wet room and disabled access • Sitting room with inglenook fireplace • 3 further bedrooms • Self contained office with its own access from the courtyard • 2 further bath/shower rooms • Double aspect family room with exposed beams • Private sun terrace • Utility Outbuildings • Master bedroom with en-suite • 3 further bedrooms • Former dairy extending to some 4,000 ft² offering further potential • Family bathroom (STP) • 2 loft rooms offering further potential • 5 garages • Potting shed & garden store
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Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2018. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:3000 GARDEN & GROUNDS • Formal lawns • Established well stocked borders • Productive, part walled vegetable garden with raised beds • Attractive patio • Mature specimen trees • Extensive parking area • Outstanding views over adjoining pasture LAND Surrounding the property and buildings lies approximately 14 acres of pasture, woodland and attractive wildlife pond. The level pasture is divided into 2 enclosures with a former orchard and pond situated centrally within the land. A band of mixed woodland planted in 1997, borders the pasture and offers conservation and amenity interest. • Level pasture • Woodland • Orchard and wildlife pond
Agents notes
1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. 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 property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Plans, Areas and Schedules These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and calculated by the vendor’s agents, however the purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the Annexe description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof. Rights Of Way There are no known public rights of way across the property. Local Authority North Dorset District Council Tel: 01258 454111 Solicitors Blanchards Bailey Attn: Sarah Heath Council Tax House – Band F Annexe – Band B EPC House – Band C, Annexe – Band C Services Mains drainage, mains gas and two separate water meters, one servicing the farm buildings. Three Phase Electricity connected but not utilised. Tenure Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Uplift Clause An uplift clause covering any future residential development will be included within the contract. Full details available from the agent. Fixtures & Fittings All fixture, fittings, cars and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale but may be available by negotiation. The MK VI Bentley is available for wedding hire from RR Elite.
Annexe Particulars Prepared in June 2018.
Annexe
Nicola Shepherd Adam Field
Ordnance DSurveyIREC ©TION CrownS Copyright 2018. All rights reserved. POST Licen COceDE: number SP7 100022432. 9NT PlottedVIEW ScaleING - S1:50000 From A303 exit south onto the A350 and proceed for approximately Viewings are strictly by appointment arranged through sole agents 4.7 miles towards Shaftesbury. Turn right signposted Motcombe and Fox Grant on 01722 782727. continue for 3 miles, passing through the village and on reaching the three way junction, after the village shop, take the second exit. After For further information contact Adam Field or Nicola Shepherd. passing St Mary’s Church and Motcombe C of E Primary School, the property will be found on your left as indicated by the Fox Grant Sales board. foxgrant.com
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