Laugharne, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA33

A quality 114 acre organic livestock/former dairy farm with significant environmental appeal.

Description

The ring fenced farm was built in 1819 by G. P. Watkins and is being sold with the original acreage extending to about 114 acres (stms - subject to measured survey) of productive, permanent, improved pasture which is laid to ridge and furrow and has high carbon capture ability. The land is in one block with a green lane leading from the farmyard to most of the fields providing easy movement of livestock. In addition there is roadside access to most of the fields.

The farm is ideally suited for livestock purposes having been a dairy farm. Holding full organic status, the farm has been sensitively managed with silage and grazing fields and is a wildlife haven being a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) with designation for the Golden Plover and Water Voles with many other rare species making it their home including Lapwings and Red Kites etc. The homestead, approached via a long private drive, has a range of appealing, traditional stone built outbuildings some of which adjoin the farmhouse giving potential to extend and convert subject to the necessary consents to create a magnificent home. In addition, there is a selection of modern agricultural buildings. As the country transitions to the net zero target, the carbon capture capabilities, environmental benefits and size of Longridge Farm give a rare potential for a sustainable, environmental friendly, low density, practical unit to be purchased.

To fully appreciate what this pleasant farm has to offer, an early inspection is strongly recommended.

Longridge Farm is described in more detail (with approx.
dimensions only):

Farmhouse Ground Floor

Entrance Hallway
Enter via a UPVC front door with stairs leading to the first floor and radiator.

Dining Room/Sitting Room 13'03" x 10'8" (4.04m x
3.25m)
Overlooking the fore, original stone fireplace and radiator.

Living Room 20'0" x 13'1" (6.10m x 3.99m )
An open plan style living room which leads in to the kitchen/dining area. Overlooking the fore with original stone fireplace and radiator.

Kitchen 21'03" x 11'02" (6.48m x 3.40m)
Enjoying a double aspect with windows to both the rear and side, door leading to the rear garden and radiator. A newly installed kitchen affording a range of matching base and wall mounted units with complimentary solid wood surface above, incorporating a 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink and double drainer unit, built in electric cooker, ceramic 4 ring hob with hood above and ample space for a freestanding fridge/freezer.

Utility Area 5'07" x 5'09" (1.70m x 1.75m)
With plumbing for an automatic washing machine and tumble dryer. Leading to:

Shower Room 5'07" x 7'03" (1.70m x 2.21m)
With wash hand basin, W.C., shower cubicle and a stainless steel heated towel rail.

Farmhouse First Floor

Landing
Steps lead up to:

Bedroom 1 12'10" x 11'11" (3.91m x 3.63m)

Overlooking the fore with radiator. Currently concealed door leading to historical staff quarters.
Bathroom/ Storage Room 9'0" x 4'11" (2.74m x 1.50m )

Bedroom 2 12'09" x 7'11" (3.89m x 2.41m )
Overlooking the rear with radiator.

Bedroom 3 12'06 x 9'01" (3.81m x 2.77m)
Overlooking the fore with radiator.

Bedroom 4/ Office 8'05" x 6'05" (2.57m x 1.96m)
Overlooking the fore with radiator.

Externally

To the fore of the property there is a small secure patio area surrounded by a wall. To the rear of the property is a well proportioned lawned garden which is surrounded by original stone walls with stunning views across to St Johns Hill and the unspoilt beauty of the estuary. Within the garden there are two small stone outbuildings. Original stone cobbled path leading to a private courtyard with original stone steps leading to the flat. Within the courtyard the external
Worcester Bosch combination boiler and oil tank are currently situated.

Original Staff Quarters 'The Flat'

Adjoining the main farmhouse there is an attached stone building with ground floor garage and above a two roomed flat (believed to be historical staff quarters) with connecting door to the main house (currently sealed off). There is a separate access door via the original stone steps
leading to the rear courtyard.

Room 1 18'0" x 13'0" (5.49m x 3.96m )

Room 2 19'06" x 18'0" (5.94m x 5.49m)

Farmyard
A traditional quadrant concrete farmyard with the stone workshop and garage, farmhouse, garage and staff quarters situated in front of the traditional stone built young stock barn, with the traditional stone building of long barn adjoining the garage and staff quarters with access to the fields and modern farm buildings opposite. The farmyard provides ample parking space and easy access to the farm buildings.

Paddock
A small paddock to the side of the garden is surrounded by stone walls.

Pig Pens
Three newly completed pig pens.

Farm Buildings
An excellent collection of farm buildings are seen at Longridge Farm:

Traditional Stone Built Workshop and Garage
Adjoining the property offering considerable potential to form part of the residence subject to gaining the necessary planning consents.

Traditional Stone Built Range 17'9" x 9'6" & 28'4" x
18'2" (5.41m x 2.90m & 8.64m x 5.54m)

Adjoining stone built range (65'7" x 18'2") A two storey long barn with considerable conversion appeal subject to gaining the necessary consents.

Traditional Stone Built Youngstock Barn
Opposite the residence lies a stone built young stock barn which has been improved and is NVZ compliant.
Block Stock Barn
Loose housing for youngstock again NVZ compliant.

Block Silage Clamp and Barn
Covered.

Block Collecting Yard and Milking Parlour
Covered collecting yard with race leading to the milking parlour with pit.

Block Bulk Tank Room
Adjoining the parlour, the bulk tank room has a dedicated
generator room attached.

Bunded Diesel Tank
Borehole
Machinery Shed
Slurry Towers

It is understood that the towers provide enough storage of 7 – 9 months worth of winter storage running a 60 cow herd which exceeds the 5 months winter storage capacity required under the Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) (Wales) Regulations 2021.

Hard Standing
Formally cow kennels, this area has been cleared for the storage of baled silage. Further hardstanding to the rear of the long barn and adjoining machinery shed.

The Wild Wood
A small copse to the side of the farm.

Agents Remarks
Longridge Farm is ideally suited to those looking for a livestock farm in a pleasant location and have a passion for conservation. The residence and the traditional buildings offer considerable scope for enhancement and the modern livestock buildings are suitable for livestock production. To fully appreciate the quality that this organic farm has to offer an early inspection is strongly recommended.

Location

Longridge Farm occupies a pleasant rural and coastal setting and is located in a secluded and secure belt of land that is capable of producing very good grass crops and lush grazing for stock.

The surrounding area is mainly dedicated to agricultural use including livestock and dairy farms. The farm is located some three miles from the popular and historically important, township of Laugharne which lies on the estuary of the River Taf. Being a popular tourist destination for its connection with Dylan Thomas the township offers an array of local services and amenities.

The small town of St Clears is approximately four miles from Laugharne and provides a range of services for all day to day needs, and excellent accessibility to the A40 which leads to the County Towns of Carmarthen and Haverfordwest. The M4 connection at Pont Abraham is a further 20 minute car journey (about 16 miles) from Carmarthen.




Acreage: 114 Acres

Additional Info

Services, EPC and Council Tax
Mains water and electricity together. Private drainage. Oil central heating. EPC Rating F. Local Authority: Carmarthenshire County Council.
Property Classification: Band D (online enquiry only).

Newly carpeted and we would advise that the window sills are of solid wood.

Soil Association: Full organic status was achieved on the 1st of February 2023.

Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI): The farm is situated within a SSSI with designations for Golden Plover and Water Vole. 2022 Water Vole survey is available upon request.

Please note field number 9693 (field to the west adjoining entrance drive and farmyard) is not designated as a SSSI.

Improvements to the residence: Our clients have building regulation approval for improvements to the property, the plans of which are available upon request.

General Remarks and Stipulations
Method of Sale
Offered for sale by private treaty as a whole.

Tenure & Possession
The tenure of the property is freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Agri-Environment Schemes
The Farm is not entered into any Schemes.

Sporting, mineral and timber rights
In so far as they are owned by the Vendors, rights of sporting, minerals and timber are included in the sale. All such rights are believed to be owned by the Vendors.

Ingoing Valuation
If applicable, in addition to the purchase price the Purchaser(s) will take over and pay for all growing crops, cultivations and stocks and stores (e.g. feeding stuffs, hay, straw, fuels, oils etc) at valuation. Payment is to be made upon completion at the figure assessed by the Vendors’ value based upon CAAV rates or contractors’ rates where applicable and invoiced costs of stocks, stores, seed, fertiliser and sprays applied.

Value Added Tax (VAT)
Should the sale of the property or any right attached to it be deemed a chargeable supply for VAT purposes, such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the sale price.

Machinery, Fittings & Contents
Unless specifically described in these particulars, all machinery, fittings and contents are excluded from the sale though may be available by separate negotiation. Further information is available from the Vendor’s agents.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water, and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligations, easements and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale or not. Please check with the Highways Department at the local County Council for the exact location of public footpaths/bridleways.

Plans, Areas and Schedules
Plans are for identification and reference purposes only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.

Health & Safety
Given the potential hazards of a working farm, viewers should take care and precaution with regard to their personal safety when viewing the property, particularly around any livestock, machinery and buildings.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Savills or joint selling agents JJ Morris.

External photographs taken summer 2023 and internal photographs taken January 2024.