White House Farmhouse & Land, Buckland Newton, Dorchester

A well situated 5-bedroom period farmhouse requiring renovation with block of pasture land extending to 24.14 acres (9.76 hectares).
For sale by private treaty.

Introduction - White House Farm is a former dairy farm run latterly as a livestock holding. Set in a sought after rural area, the farm comprises a spacious farmhouse, in need of modernisation, a pair of semi-detached farm cottages and a substantial range of farm buildings which presents an opportunity for a range of uses, subject to planning permission. The farmyard, farm buildings and residential accommodation are set centrally to the holding.

The land totals 279.62 acres (113.16 hectares) of pasture land and woodland.

Situation - White House Farm enjoys a peaceful yet accessible position on the edge of the Blackmore Vale and mid-Dorset countryside. From the highest point of the farm on Dungeon Hill, there are commanding far-reaching panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

The rural setting is well connected, just 7 miles from the Abbey town of Sherborne and 10 miles from the County town of Dorchester, both of which offer a wide range of everyday amenities and transport links. They also provide a good selection of shops, restaurants and highly regarded schools.

Road communications are good with easy access to the A37, A35 and A303. Mainline train stations are at Dorchester and Sherborne, providing regular services to Exeter, Salisbury and London Waterloo.

The Property - The Grade II listed farmhouse has expansive well-laid out accommodation over two floors and provides a great opportunity to create a well-proportioned and spacious family home, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

To the front and rear are well-established shrubs and lawns with a useful outhouse in the confines of the garden, providing storage.

Surrounding the farmhouse is an excellent block of gently sloping to level productive pasture land with a small copse area to the south. The land is bounded by mature hedges and trees. The land at Lot 1 extends to 23.51 acres (9.51 hectares) in total.

Tenure & Possession - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

The vendors reserve the right to hold a dispersal sale of machinery prior to completion.

Early entry will be permitted (if appropriate) for the purchaser(s) at their own risk and cost.

Services - Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.

It is understood that there is no charge for the water supply due to a historical arrangement with the Local Authority. This is due to end in circa 10 years. No guarantee will be given to the purchaser(s) that this arrangement will continue for this period of time.

The drainage systems to all residential properties are functioning, but dated and we understand not compliant with current regulations. Any costs for upgrading the systems will be at the purchaser(s) expense.

Epc & Council Tax - EPC Rating G – Band E

Wayleaves, Easements & 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 other rights and obligations, easements and quasieasements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains, water and gas and other pipes whether referred to in these particulars or not.

The property immediately adjoins the public highway. Public footpaths and byways cross the property. Please refer to the sale plan.

Basic Payment Scheme - There are no BPS entitlements or delinked payments included in the sale.

Environmental Schemes - The land is not entered into any environmental schemes.

Sporting, Timber & Mineral Rights - All sporting, timber and mineral rights are understood to be owned and included.

Local Authority - Dorset Council,

Ingoing Valuation - In addition to the purchase price, the purchaser(s) will pay for any growing crops or acts of husbandry in accordance with CAAV costings. Cost of stores, including seeds, fertiliser, sprays and fuel will also be in addition. Any fodder remaining on the holding is to be purchased at market price. There will be no counter claim for dilapidations and no ingoing payments for RMV or exhausted manures.

Fixtures & Fittings - All other freestanding equipment and other equipment not specifically mentioned in the details above is excluded from the sale.

Designations - White House Farmhouse is Grade II listed.

The property is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

The property is within the Dorset Natural Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

Health & Safety - Given the potential hazards of a working farm we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around the farm buildings and machinery.

Important Notice - Symonds & Sampson and their Clients give notice that:
1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary Planning, Building Regulation or other consents, and Symonds & Sampson have not tested any services, equipment
or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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Viewing - Viewing strictly by appointment with the vendors sole agent, Symonds & Sampson. Contact Will Wallis or Harriet Andrews on .