Ailwood, Corfe Castle

For Sale by INFORMAL TENDER closing 7th June, 2024 at 12noon.

The pasture land extends to approximately 31.82 acres (12.88 hectares), with traditional farm buildings comprise a mixture of Purbeck Stone construction and some of timber and tin construction. Historically, the buildings were used to rear cattle and pigs, the farm buildings would benefit from extensive renovation throughout. They could also be suitable for possible conversion opportunities, subject to all necessary planning consents.

Farm Buildings And Land - The pasture land extends to approximately 31.82 acres (12.88 acres), running south of the main farmhouse. The topography comprises a partly level lying, partly sloping gradient with slowly permeable clayey soils. The farmland and buildings benefit from far reaching views south over the valley, and north over Nine Barrow Down. There is a footpath that runs north to south through Lot B: SE11/26.

The traditional farm buildings comprise a mixture of Purbeck Stone construction and some of timber and tin construction. Historically, the buildings were used to rear cattle and pigs, the farm buildings would benefit from extensive renovation throughout. They could also be suitable for possible conversion opportunities, subject to all necessary planning consents.

Method Of Sale - For Sale by Informal Tender, offers must be submitted in writing by 12 noon on 7th June, 2024 to Morgan Clement at the Wimborne Office or

Ailwood Farm is offered for sale in FOUR LOTS, identified on the sale plan:
Lot A – The Farmhouse
Lot B – Pasture Land and Buildings
Lot C – 5.39 acres of pasture land
Lot D – 8.98 acres of pasture land

Tenure And Possession - The Farm Land and Buildings are all being sold freehold, vacant possession.
Mains water and electricity will not be connected but supplies are nearby.

Situation - Ailwood Farm is situated within a sought after village location, in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck which is designated as a National Landscape. The nearby villages of Corfe Castle and Swanage both benefit from the provision of shops, schools, restaurants, water sports, and many other opportunities.

Communications are good with main line rail links from Wareham to London Waterloo. Bournemouth International Airport is approximately 20 miles north east.

The farm is connected to a good network of footpaths, bridleways and roads for walking, riding and cycling, enjoying the very best of the Isle Purbeck, along the Jurassic Coast.

Local Authority - Dorset Council


Designations - Ailwood is situated within the National Landscape and within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

There is a public footpath that runs north to south through Lot B: SE11/26.

The farm is situated within a close proximity to an extensive network of bridleways and footpaths, offering walking, riding and cycling opportunities around the Isle of Purbeck.

Directions - From Corfe Castle village, head east from East Street, along Sandy Hill Lane. The property is situated approximately 2.2 miles along this road, on the left hand side, marked by a Symonds and Sampson FOR SALE board.
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