Brook Farm, Dunston Fen Lane, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4

Residential property and range of traditional modern farm buildings

Description

Brook Farm has one residential property which requires modernisation and investment but offers purchasers scope to create a modern house. There are a range of farm buildings which are also in need of investment.

The yard and buildings are adjacent to the residential property. The buildings are in need of investment and could be redeveloped into a variety of uses subject to planning permission being obtained. The farm is set back from the public highway and sheltered by mature trees creating a strong degree of privacy.

The farmhouse is constructed of stone and brick with render, beneath a slate roof. The farmhouse is a wonderful property and has the advantage of a well-proportioned garden. At the front of the property is a brick building offering storage and scope for alternative uses.

The ground floor comprises a porch, kitchen, utility room, a dining room and sitting room with a fireplace. The house has maintained many traditional features, however, it does require modernisation.

The first floor is accessed via the hallway which leads to three large bedrooms and a family bathroom, with a walk-in shower.

To the rear of the property is a garden, a large lawn and bordered by mature trees. At the front of the property are two greenhouses and a large brick-built shed.

There are a range of farm buildings which are in poor condition and require investment.

The buildings and yard area offer opportunity for alternative uses away from agriculture subject to relevant planning permissions being obtained.

To the front of the property is about 8 acres of pasture land which is fenced by post and rail. The land is ideally suited for the grazing of livestock and equestrian purposes.

Location

Brook Farm is situated on the Dunston Fen and is accessed down a private driveway, ensuring privacy. The village of Metheringham is within five miles and has a wide range of amenities including primary school, doctor’s surgery, convenience stores, public house, café and community services.

For further amenities the historic city of Lincoln is within 13 miles which offers leisure facilities, a variety of restaurants, cafes, retail and high street shopping. Lincoln has an excellent range of schools including Lincoln Minster and Lincoln University is continuing to grow, offering a wide range of courses.

There are regular trains from Lincoln to London King’s Cross with direct train journey times from approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes.

All journey times and distance are approximate.




Acreage: 10.41 Acres

Additional Info

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way public and private whether specifically mentioned or not. A public footpath runs along the farm track through the farmyard past the farmhouse.

Mains electricity and water with private drainage and oil fired central heating.

Local Authority: North Kesteven.

COVENANTS
The Property shall not be used for the generation of energy by way of ground-mounted solar installations (including solar farms or similar infrastructure), nor for the installation or operation of wind turbines or wind farm infrastructure, save that this restriction shall not apply to domestic-scale roof mounted solar panels serving the Property only (subject to the Vendor’s prior written approval).

The Property and any buildings on it shall not be used as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), nor for any use requiring licensing as a HMO under applicable housing legislation.

The purchaser will covenant in the conveyance/transfer not to use or permit to be used the land and any buildings from time to time erected thereon:-

For the purpose of a business, save that the land may be used for the business only of agriculture or horticulture or for the keeping or grazing of horses or ponies or for the purpose of a livery business.

For the open storage of materials or goods of any description(with the exception of agricultural produce) or repair in the open of a motor vehicle or machinery of any description.

For the breeding or boarding of cats or dogs whether or not in the course of a business.

In any way which may become a nuisance to the vendor or its successors in title.

The land is not to be used for an “intensive system” of husbandry for animal rearing or keeping (as defined in The Welfare of Livestock Regulations 1994).

The purchaser will not pipe any part of the open watercourses without the vendor’s consent in writing.