Beggearnhuish, Watchet

Marketing on behalf of Bateman Hosegood Ltd - Land Agents - For sale by Informal Tender A unique opportunity to purchase a two bedroom timber, dwelling together with a modern agricultural building, approximately 20.94 acres (8.47 ha) of pasture land and 2.79 acres (1.13 ha) of mature woodland. In total, the property extends to 24.70 acres (10 ha).

Pipers occupies a delightful private location in the peaceful hamlet of Beggearnhuish situated approximately 3.6 miles south of the town of Watchet and 2.2 miles south of the village of Roadwater. Roadwater features a community-run shop and café, a pub, a village hall and a recreation ground. Approximately 7.7 miles away is the renowned coastal town of Minehead which provides everyday facilities alongside Taunton which is within 18 miles. Popular public footpath walks and public bridleways can be found on the property’s doorstep.

Transport links in the area are good, with the A39 within 1 mile to the north which provides access to the south west and to the M5 motorway via the A358. There is a mainline station at Taunton with a service to London Paddington.

The property affords prospective purchasers with the unique opportunity of acquiring a productive agricultural holding in an outstanding location. Accessed via a private driveway off the public highway, the dwelling and farm building occupy an elevated dwelling. The farm land comprises a mixture of pasture land and woodland, which surrounds the farmstead, with great views of the unspoilt countryside.

Built to a very high standard in 2022, the dwelling comprises a detached two bedroom timber dwelling. Constructed of timber with chestnut cladding under a roman tile roof, the house offers fantastic spacious accommodation, arranged on one floor, as follows: Entrance porch with door to hallway, opening into the open plan kitchen/living area.

The kitchen is equipped with a range of wall and base units, a stainless steel sink and drainer and Hotpoint free standing oven. The living area benefits from bi-fold doors and windows enjoying delightful views. The hallway open into the pantry and utility room which provides useful and versatile spaces. The bathroom has been decorated to a high standard and comprises a panelled bath, hand basin, WC and walk in shower with an electric Mira shower. Both bedrooms enjoy views of the farm land and beyond.

Planning permission for a temporary agricultural workers dwelling was granted in October 2021. The planning permission for the temporary dwelling has now lapsed, further information is available from the selling agent.

The Farm Building is situated to the west of the dwelling is a modern steel portal framed building (700m²), of part concrete block with Yorkshire boarding under a fibre cement roof with an earth floor. The building benefits from a roller shutter door and sheeted doors. Adjoining the building is a hardcore and earth yard area which offers room for expansion. The building would suit a number of uses including agricultural, industrial and equestrian, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The land is divided into three main parcels of permanent pasture land extending to 20.94 acres, the land has been farmed organically since 2002 but is not registered as organic. An area of sloping mature woodland borders the southern boundary, the woodland totals 2.79 acres. The land is subject to a Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier Agreement. The land is bound by mature hedgerows and stock proof fencing, each parcel benefits from a mains fed water trough. The land can be accessed from the main driveway and via a second gateway off the public highway.

The soils are described as freely draining slightly acid loamy soils. The land is classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification System.

Agent Note: All enquires will be passed to Bateman Hosegood ltd, for the attention of Emily Roberts