Preston| Lyneham | | SN15 4DX 2 3 2

An attractive residential smallholding in rural Stone barn conversion which has been improved and extended Range of former livestock buildings for redevelopment (subject to planning) Productive Grade 3 arable land as separate enclosure Property is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (AOC) Property is subject to a S106 Agreement About 11.633 acres (4.708 hectares) Available as a whole

Old Dairy Cottage forms part of the rural hamlet of Preston, a picturesque area of North Wiltshire. The property is situated approximately 1.0 mile from the village of Lyneham, 5.0 miles southwest of the attractive market town of and Junction 16 of the M4 within 7.0 miles.

The larger commercial centre of is approximately 11.5 miles north and provides a comprehensive range of recreational, retail and business facilities including a mainline railway station with direct connection to London Paddington (from 60 minutes).

Old Dairy Cottage is an attractive rural residential smallholding, suitable for agricultural or equestrian activities, approached from a quiet no-through road; a quiet and secluded position for any prospective buyer.

The agricultural land is separate but easily accessible off the main highway and the building complex lends themselves for improvement and alternative uses (subject to planning).

The cottage is a part red brick, stone and timber clad single storey barn conversion which has been sympathetically improved and extended by the current owners.

Accommodation briefly comprises a large with limestone tiled floor, separate , and with gas boiler and electrics. Door leading through to a stunning galleried with part exposed stone walls, exposed beams and staircases at either side to the first floor. Off the living room, there is a ground floor , , separate storage cupboard and recently added glazed . On the first floor, there are (both with facilities).

The formal gardens surround the cottage with lawn interspersed amongst mature shrubs and well stocked borders, sleeper raised vegetable beds and opposite a separate garden room and carport with electric connected.

There is a compact range of farm buildings that would support either agricultural or equestrian activities and in part lend themselves to alternative use (subject to gaining planning consent).

The adjoins the carport and is timber framed with block walling and timber clad above with a galvanised tin roof which provides general storage.

The former is a dilapidated single storey part red brick and stone open fronted building with blue slate roof which lends itself to redevelopment (subject to planning) and improvement.

The building is a very useful steel portal framed building sat on a concrete floor block walling and tin sheeting above with a profile roof and galvanised gates at either end.

The land extends to approximately 11.238 acres (4.548 hectares) of productive arable land as a single enclosure. The soil is predominantly Grade 3 and is a deep fertile clay loam which has continuously produced good yields. There is good vehicular access to the land off the main highway for modern agricultural equipment and vehicles. Planning permission was granted on Old Dairy Cottage on 02 November 2003 (Ref: 03/00888/COU) for the conversion of an agricultural barn into an agricultural workers dwelling, subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (AOC) and new access with further alterations approved on 01 September 2004 (Ref: 04/01455/S73).

Old Dairy Cottage is subject to a S106 Agreement dated 10 October 2003. Further details are available from the selling Agents.

Old Dairy Cottage is offered for sale as Freehold and will be sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Council Tax Band: C Energy Efficiency Rating: C

All those items usually regarded as tenant’s fixtures and fittings are specifically reserved from the sale. There are a number of items which are explicitly excluded from the sale and these will be made available to potential buyers by separate negotiation.

Mains electricity and water together with private drainage via a . Mains gas fired central heating to the property. Mains electric and water connected to the farm buildings.

Please note that the adjoining property, Springfield, shares the and pays a contribution of £200 per annum to the sellers.

No guarantees are given in respect of these services and any buyer should make their own inspection and enquiries.

Wiltshire Council: 01249 706111 ( ) Defra: 08459 335577 Rural Payments Agency: 03000 200301 Woolley & Wallis and their clients give notice that: 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 an overall view of the property, they do not form any part of an offer or contract, and must not be relied upon as statements of 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 Woolley & Wallis have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 4. These particulars were prepared in July 2016. Old Dairy Cottage falls within an existing surface water Old Dairy Cottage is sold subject to and with the benefit of take the road towards Rockley and Nitrate Vulnerable Zone. all matters contained in or referred to in the title deeds continue down Hockpen Hill towards the staggered together with all existing rights of way whether public or crossroad with the A4361. Go straight over and through There is no Environmental Scheme associated at the private, including wayleaves, easements, covenants, Broad Hinton before taking the first left turn out of the smallholding. restrictions and obligations whether specifically in these sale village signposted Clyffe Pypard. At the Bushton crossroads particulars or not. The buyer shall be deemed to have full go straight over signposted Preston/Thickthorn. Continue for knowledge of the boundaries and the ownership thereof. about 1 mile before turning left towards Thickthorn/Preston. Continue for a further 1 mile before turning into Preston The farmland is registered for Basic Payment Scheme with There is a public right of way, a footpath, which cross the Lane keep to the narrow lane for approximately 0.35 miles 4.548 units of Entitlements held for the holding. smallholding, as identified on the land plan in these sale where Old Dairy Cottage will be found on the left hand side particulars. The sellers also have a full right of access to the as indicated by the Woolley & Wallis For Sale Board. The sellers will make and retain the Basic Payment Scheme property from the neighbouring holding, as shown hatched for 2016. The 4.548 units will be made available to the on the sale plan. buyer(s) as part of their purchase price, who will covenant to keep the land in Good Agricultural and Environmental All viewings are by appointment only arranged through our Condition for the remainder of 2016. Upon completion of Given the potential hazards of a working smallholding we Marlborough Farm & Rural Office 01672 515252. the sale, the Entitlements will be transferred in the usual ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your manner. Further details are available from the Selling inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around Agents. the farm buildings. Please ensure all gates are left closed. 29 High Street| Marlborough | Wiltshire | SN8 1LW 01672 515252 | [email protected] w-w.co.uk