Blackley Down Farm, Farway, Colyton, Devon gth.net Blackley Down Farm Farway, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6DJ Colyton 4.4 miles; Honiton 7.2 miles; Exeter 25.5 miles A rare opportunity to acquire a ring fenced residential holding that has not been on the market for almost half a century affording considerable privacy being situated at the end of a drive and centered upon a detached dwelling in need of modernisation, a range of farm buildings and 62 acres of pasture & woodland. Guide Price Lot 1 OIEO £825,000 As A Whole —£999,950 Description Blackley Down Farm comes to the market for the first time since 1971 following the vendor’s decision to downsize. The sale of the property therefore represents a rare opportunity to acquire an adaptable residential holding occupying a delightful rural position within an extremely sought- after part of East Devon. The property is centered upon a detached house which is now in need of modernisation and refurbishment and affords great potential to create an attractive family home. The excellent combination of buildings together with well fenced versatile pasture and woodland provide an excellent setting to the house and afford considerable agricultural, conservation and sporting appeal. Blackley Down Farm extends in total to about 62.06 Acres (25.14 Ha) and is offered for sale as a whole or in up to two lots as detailed in these sale particulars. Situation Blackley Down Farm occupies an outstanding and private rural position situated within a picturesque East Devon valley, The adjoining land offers a delightful mix of pasture, woodland and orchard which afford a variety of flora and fauna and designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and widely regarded as some of the most attractive countryside in is considered to offer appeal to those with agricultural, conservation and sporting interests. Situated to the west of the the county. house, the range of buildings are a mix of timber, GI and block construction. Lot 1 is shown coloured pink on the sale plan. Farway is a pretty small village with a Church and primary school whilst Colyton itself lies approximately 4 miles to the east and provides a thriving local community with its parish church, town stores and shops, medical practice, public Lot 2 – Pasture and traditional barn approx. 15.89 acres houses and the renowned Colyton Grammar School in nearby Colyford. The larger centres of Honiton and Axminster Adjoining lot 1 to the south this comprises two parcels of gently sloping pasture together with a traditional stone barn. offer a good range of everyday shopping and banking facilities. Exeter lies within 20 miles of the property affording an Lot 1 is shown coloured green on the sale plan. Please note that lot 2 will not be sold prior to agreeing a sale on lot 1. extensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities befitting those of an important regional and administrative centre, together with a wide range of primary, secondary and further education facilities. Tenure & Possession Despite its rural position the property enjoys easy access to the surrounding districts and further afield with access to The property is of freehold tenure with the grassland being subject to an annual grazing license with vacant possession the M5 motorway available at Exeter (J29) and Taunton (J25). Main line rail services are also available at Axminster and of all parts available subject to a 28 day notice. Honiton. Access to the A30/303 trunk route at Honiton provides an easy link to London and the South East, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol. To the south lies the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site, with pretty Services coastal towns and villages such as Lyme Regis, Seaton and Sidmouth. Mains electricity. Private water supply. Drainage to a private system. Lot 1 - Blackley Down Farmhouse, buildings and approx. 46.17 acres A detached property affording complete privacy although now in need of complete modernisation. The property Outgoings benefits from an adjoining traditional stone barn which may offer scope for conversion to alternative uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent. These are believed to comprise local Council Tax Band D together with the usual service and environmental charges. Fixtures and Fittings All fixtures and fittings, unless specifically referred to within these sale particulars are otherwise expressly excluded from the sale of the freehold and will be removed by the vendors or their agents prior to completion. Town & Country Planning The current use of the buildings is agricultural although there may be scope for prospective purchasers to consider alternative uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent from East Devon District Council. Designations The property is located in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Part of the property is also designated as a County Wildlife Site. Basic Payment Scheme The property is being sold without the benefit of any entitlements to the Basic Farm Payment although these may be available by separate negotiation. Rights of Way, Easements, Etc. The access drive leading to the property is not owned by the vendors however, it is noted that they have a legal easement in order to access the property. The property is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in or referred in the property charges register of the registered title together with all public and private rights of way, wayleaves, easements, and other rights of way whether specifically referred to or not. Lotting The property will be offered for sale as a whole or in up to two lots as detailed within these sale particulars. The right is reserved however, to alter or amend the proposed lotting and prospective purchasers shall make no objection to any such changes. Local Authority East Devon District Council, Council Offices, Knowle, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 8HL. Tel: 01395 516551. Directions From Honiton proceed in a southerly direction on the A375 towards Sidmouth. On reaching the Hare & Hounds public house turn left, sign posted to Seaton and Farway. Continue for approximately 1.75 miles and turn left at Roncombe Gate. Proceed for a further 1.60 miles whereupon the entrance to Blackley Down Farm will be found on the left-hand side. 111 High Street, Honiton, Devon, EX14 1LS Email: [email protected] Tel: 01404 46222 | Ref: HON180282 IMPORTANT NOTICE For clarification we wish to inform any prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you please contact the office prior to viewing the property. gth.net .