EXCELLENT PRIVATE TRACK ACCESS BETWEEN RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES IN AN IDYLLIC SETTING
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to own a parcel of land in an idyllic setting between Manor Farm Cottages and Little Orchard Farm.
Greys Smallholding is flat, of good pasture and would be suitable for grazing, as a smallholding for hobby farming or for a variety of other recreational or amenity uses subject to any necessary consents.
The land benefits from excellent, gated private track access from Manor Farm Cottages off Westwood Lane that also serves Little Orchard Farm house.
It is set down and shielded from the A31 Hogs Back road to the south, which connects to the A3, linking the site to London and the M25 as well as the popular town of Guildford, where mainline train services provide direct travel into Central London in just over half an hour.
ACCESS
Full vehicular access to the land is provided by an excellent private track from Manor Farm Cottages off Westwood Lane. This private track also serves Little Orchard Farm house.
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The gated entrance to the private track can be found here – ///wriggled.waggled.mailboxes
The north-east corner of the land can be found here – ///turned.cove.thinnest
LAND VALUES
Average pasture land prices within the region are 9% higher than the national average. With a wide range of potential uses, agricultural land remains an attractive investment for a diverse range of buyers. This is supported by the fact that over the past five years, land values have risen by 26% outperforming the residential property market.
PROPERTY PRICES
The land is situated within an affluent area where property prices are 65% above the national average. These premium house prices reflect the desirability of the area as a place to live and own property – including land.
LOCATION
- 3.9 miles to Guildford
- 3.9 miles to Godalming
- 4.1 miles to Aldershot
- 5.4 miles to Farnborough
- 5.9 miles to Farnham
- 7.6 miles to Woking
- 12.5 miles to Ascot
- 30.1 miles to Central London
The land is pleasantly situated between the affluent villages of Wanborough & Puttenham within the Borough of Guildford on the northern side of the Hog’s Back.
Ideally situated, the land is just a short distance from the vibrant, bustling market town of Guildford. Its famous cobbled high street offers a diverse range of independent shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. It is complemented by three shopping centers featuring well-known high street brands as well as extensive leisure facilities.
Additionally, Guildford station offers fast, frequent and direct train services to London in just over half an hour. Road access is convenient as the land lies just off the A31, which connects to the A3. This provides direct access to London, the M25 motorway, and the South Coast.
If you're looking for more recreational pursuits, the historic Puttenham Golf Club can be found to the south of the land, and is regarded by many to be one of the finest and friendliest clubs in the county. For the equestrian enthusiast, a bridlepath can be found opposite the entrance to the site that leads to a network of other bridleways via a footpath.
TRANSPORT LINKS
- 0.4 miles to the A31
- 2.1 miles to the A3
- 3.7 miles to Guildford Train Station *
- 7.1 miles to the M3 (J4)
- 11.3 miles to the M25 (J10)
- 18.9 miles to London Heathrow Airport
* Journey Times: 8 mins to Woking; 35 mins to London Waterloo; 47 mins to London Gatwick Airport
LAND DESIGNATION
As with all the southern half of the Borough of Guildford, the land is designated as an Area of Great Landscape Value. The land is also situated within the Metropolitan Green Belt and the Surrey Hills National Landscape. The land is subject to an Article 4 Direction and any development or change of use would be subject to the appropriate permission.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Guildford Borough Council
OVERAGE
The land is subject to an Overage based on 20% of any uplift in value following the grant of planning permission for development other than for agricultural, equestrian or forestry purposes. The Overage period is 80 years from 2017 and is for the benefit of a previous owner.
METHOD OF SALE
The land is offered for sale by private treaty. The freehold is available with vacant possession on completion.
VIEWING
Please contact Vantage Land for viewing instructions.
