Loddiswell, Kingsbridge

DIRECTIONS

From Loddiswell, proceed in a northerly direction on the B3196 towards California Cross, After about one mile turn right at the Wigford turning signposted ‘Hazelwood’. Proceed along this road for about 0.5 miles and the entrance gates to both lots will be found on the right-hand side.

What3Words to Lot 1 :- hood.shortens.grab

What3words to Lot 2 :- factoring.implanted.boxer

SITUATION

The Barn and Land at Wigford is situated between the village of Loddiswell and hamlet of California Cross, within the South Hams area of South Devon and within an area designated as a National Landscape (formerly known as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

The market town of Kingsbridge is about 4 miles to the south and the A38 dual carriageway expressway, connecting to the M5 motorway and national road network, being about 6 miles to the north.

DESCRIPTION

The Barn and Land at Wigford extends to a total of approximately 7.20 acres (2.92 hectares) in all as outlined in red on the site plan.

The land is offered for sale as a whole or in two lots and buyers are invited to submit offers for one or both of the lots as may suit their requirements.

Lot 1 (0.48 acres - as shaded blue on the site plan)

This semi-detached farm building measures approximately 60' x 60' (3,600 square feet) and is constructed of a timber frame with Yorkshire boarding on the west side (and on the north side albeit attached to the neighbouring building), open sided on the other two sides, all under a plastic coated corrugated steel roof. Earth floor.

The barn is accessed from the nearby council highway over a short track to the barn and yard area.

The building has been used for agricultural purposes in the past (mainly for accommodating livestock), but the reasonable sized yard area around the building could be useful for general storage purposes (subject to planning).

It is understood that the other half of the barn is used as a hobby workshop/general storage.

Lot 2 (6.64 acres - as shaded green on the site plan)

The area of land extends to approximately 6.64 acres (2.69 hectares) of permanent pasture, with a combination of gentle and moderate north, east and west facing gradients. The boundaries are defined by mature Devon hedgerows, providing natural enclosure and privacy.

The land has been used previously for grazing purposes but would be suitable for a wide range general recreational and amenity uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

Access to the land is through a vehicle width gateway off the adjoining council highway on the north boundary.

FENCING

A standard agricultural stock fence will be erected within eight weeks following legal completion by the seller in the large gap along the eastern boundary (approx. 30 metres).

SERVICES

Private water supply to both lots (shared from a collecting tank in Lot 2).

In the event that the property is sold in two lots, the buyers will be required to enter into a management agreement in respect of the maintenance and repair of this supply.

The seller does not guarantee in any way the quantity or quality of this private water supply to both of the lots.

Mains electric to the building and an electric pole is located near the east boundary of Lot 2 with a transformer from which it may be possible (subject to National Grid’s regulations) it may be possible to gain an electric supply for the land.

TENURE

The property is being offered for sale on a freehold basis with vacant possession being available on legal completion.

PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY

There are no public rights of way across the land as far as are known.

SPORTING AND MINERAL RIGHTS

All sporting and mineral rights are included with the land as far as are known.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

The land is subject to a Countryside Stewardship Agreement until 31/12/2025. The successful purchaser will need to adhere to the GS2 ‘grassland with very low inputs’

requirements until such end date.

WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS

The land is sold subject to any Wayleave and Easements agreements.

GUIDE PRICES

Lot 1 £95,000

Lot 2 £50,000

Whole £145,000

METHOD OF SALE

The property is being offered for sale by Informal Tender (unless sold prior), such that buyers are invited to submit their highest and final offers in a sealed envelope by Thursday 21st November 2024 at 12 noon. Tender forms are available on request from the Sole Selling Agent.

All tenders must be submitted to 62 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1PP in an envelope clearly marked ‘Barn and Land at Wigford, Loddiswell’.

The seller does not undertake to accept the highest or any of the offers and the seller reserves the right to withdraw, alter or amend the way in which the land is offered for sale.

Buyer(s) will be required to exchange contracts within six weeks of their solicitor receiving a draft contract.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NE. .

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents, Luscombe Maye of 62 Fore Street, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1PP.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Any prospective purchasers of whom would like to view the property do so at their own risk. The vendors nor their selling agent accept any responsibility in any incident or accident that may happen.