Cross at Hand Farm, Staplehurst, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0RW

Interested parties should contact Knight Frank Auctions for further information.

Description
A parcel of land situated on the west side of Chart Hill Road in the parish of Staplehurst. The land is classified as Grade 3 - Good to moderate quality land and extends to approximately 12.8 acres. The land may be suitable for agricultural, equestrian, amenity, or investment purposes (subject to all necessary consents).

On the north of the land is the River Beult Hawenbury (see fishing below).

There are various roofed structures on site including stables which were converted from a milking parlour and bull pen. The site benefits from electricity, water and a klargester sewage treatment plant.

Planning
In 2006 permission was granted change of use of the land and buildings from agricultural to a stud for Dales ponies, together with extension and alterations to existing building to provide stabling. Ref MA/05/2247.

Fishing
The River Beult Hawenbury runs across the top of the land with Linton angling club providing membership to fish on the north banks. However, the owner of this land has the right to fish the south bank. Please refer to legal pack for further information.

Access
The property enjoys two points of access from public highway. One from Chart Hill Road and the other off Staplehurst Road (A229). Transport Chart Hill Road links with the A229, providing routes north to Maidstone/M20 and south to Cranbrook/Hastings. Staplehurst station (approx. 2 miles) offers direct services to London Charing Cross and Cannon Street (journey times from c.50 mins).

Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Viewings Please email Richard Watson to enquire about a viewing. Richard.

Location
Cross At Hand Farm lies in open countryside close to Staplehurst, a popular Wealden village offering local shops, primary schooling, and a mainline railway station with direct services to London and Ashford International. Nearby villages Marden and Headcorn provide further day-to-day facilities, while the county town of Maidstone (approx. 9 miles north) and Royal Tunbridge Wells (approx. 13 miles west) offer a comprehensive range of shopping, schooling, and leisure amenities.

Occupancy
Vacant

Tenure
Freehold

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Auction Details
The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of and is being sold as Unconditional.
Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale.
All sales are subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Extra General Conditions.

Auctioneer Fees and Deposit
The following deposits and non-refundable auctioneer fees apply:

• 10% deposit, subject to a minimum of £5,000. The deposit contributes to the purchase price.
• Buyer’s Fee- the value of this fee will be listed against the property details, inclusive of VAT.

The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation of stamp duty liability.
There may be additional fees contained within the Special Conditions of Sale, which can be viewed within the Legal Pack. You are strongly advised to read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.

Additional Information:
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Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or – 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.