Outstanding opportunity in 10 acres, Blatchbridge, Frome, BA11

Description

An appealing smallholding set on the highly desirable outskirts of Frome, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful period farmhouse with extensive buildings and land, ideal for those seeking a lifestyle property or development project.

Situation

Brick Chimney Farm enjoys a peaceful yet accessible setting on the edge of Frome, a vibrant market town renowned for its independent shops, cafés and cultural appeal. The property benefits from a rural feel whilst remaining within easy reach of local amenities and communications.

The Farmhouse

The principal dwelling is a handsome period four-bedroom farmhouse that now requires comprehensive renovation, presenting an exciting opportunity to create a superb family home to individual specification.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and currently comprises an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor, two reception rooms, kitchen, utility room, shower room and rear porch.

Upstairs there are four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The property offers enormous scope for enhancement and reconfiguration, subject to any necessary consents.

Secondary Accommodation

Adjacent to the farmhouse is a charming period stone barn that has been converted to provide additional accommodation. This includes a kitchen/dining room, bathroom, three bedrooms and a first-floor sitting room set within the eaves.

This versatile space is ideal for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or potential income generation. Outbuildings & Equestrian Facilities

The property benefits from an excellent range of traditional and modern outbuildings arranged around a courtyard setting. These include a garage/workshop, a stable barn and a separate row of timber stables, offering clear potential for equestrian or smallholding use.

Land

The land extends in total to just over 10 acres, comprising predominantly level permanent pasture.

The main block is divided into three enclosures surrounding the house and buildings, providing a practical layout for grazing.

In addition, a separate paddock of approximately 2.6 acres lies across Vinney Lane, with independent access from the B3092, enhancing both accessibility and versatility.

Property Condition

The property has been unoccupied for some time and is in a very poor and dilapidated condition. There are substantial accumulations of waste and debris throughout the buildings, yards, and gardens. The dwellings have previously been subject to unauthorised access and associated damage. A quantity of the former occupiers’ belongings remains on site.

Whilst the properties have been secured, access remains restricted in places. The electricity to the property has been turned off and internal lighting is minimal to non-existent.

Auction Notice

Due to the short notice prior to the auction (11 June 2026) and completion (25 June 2026), prospective purchasers are reminded of the need to have funds available to pay the deposit and complete in accordance with the auction conditions.

Property Notices and Important Information:

Uplift / overage clause

An overage will apply to the part of the property as identified on the plan as hatched blue. The overage period will be for a 10 year term. The overage payment will be based on 25% uplift; it will be triggered by planning permission for any use other than agriculture and will be payable on the earlier of sale or implementation following the grant of planning permission. For full details see the legal auction legal pack.

Designations

The Property is not Listed and not within Conservation Area.

Footpaths and Rights of Way

A public footpath crosses the land; a plan can be provided on request. Further details of any other rights of way (if applicable) will be contained within the auction legal pack.

Services

The status of these the services is unknown. Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

Completion

Completion has been set for the 25th June 2026 or earlier by mutual consent.

Solicitors

Clarke Willmott Taunton - Tel;

Mark Buckerfield acting.

Property Condition

The property has been unoccupied for some time and is in a very poor and dilapidated condition. There are substantial accumulations of waste and debris throughout the buildings, yards, and gardens. The dwellings have previously been subject to unauthorised access and associated damage. A quantity of the former occupiers’ belongings remains on site.

Whilst the properties have been secured, access remains restricted in places. The electricity to the property has been turned off and internal lighting is minimal to non-existent.

Contents

All contents within the dwellings, outbuildings, yards, and grounds at completion will remain at the Property, whether belonging to the Seller or third parties. Purchasers should note that full clearance will be their responsibility following completion.

Viewing

Viewings are strictly by prior appointment on scheduled dates via Cooper and Tanner, Frome Office ).

Due to the condition of the property, all viewings are undertaken entirely at the viewer’s risk. Particular care should be taken throughout. Children are not permitted to attend viewings under any circumstances.

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Auction Notice

Due to the short notice prior to the auction (11 June 2026) and completion (25 June 2026), prospective purchasers are reminded of the need to have funds available to pay the deposit and complete in accordance with the auction conditions.

Registering to bid and Administration fee

Cooper and Tanner require all bidders who wish to bid at our Auction to register beforehand, whether you are intending on bidding in the room, by proxy or online. As part of the registration process, you will be asked to provide card details in order that the Buyer’s Administration Fee of £1395 inc VAT can be paid if you are successful. A week before the auction a hold will be placed on your account for this sum, which will then be released if you are unsuccessful. This fee will only be taken if you are the successful buyer. The fee is retained by Cooper and Tanner and does not form part of your deposit or completion settlement. Please also be aware that the Buyer’s Administration fee is payable per lot purchased and applicable to all pre-auction sales. If you are successful in purchasing more than one lot, we will contact you following the auction to take subsequent payments for additional lots bought. All checks required by current anti-money laundering legislation must be satisfactorily completed, as part of the registration process before prior approval to bid will be granted; this will include providing proof of funds.

Fees

Potential buyers should be aware that there may be additional fees payable to the Vendor’s solicitor on completion of the sale, details of which will be contained within the auction pack for each lot. At the launch of the property onto the market this information is not always available and so interested parties must refer to the auction pack and satisfy their enquiries.

Deposit

Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours of the auction. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account

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