Heberdens Farm, Finchdean, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8

A highly attractive farm set within a remarkably unspoilt position in the South Downs National Park

Description

An attractive farm set within the South Downs National Park. Heberdens Farm is a highly attractive farm extending to approximately 504 acres (204 hectares), set within a remarkably unspoilt position in the South Downs National Park. The property lies within a ring fence and enjoys a striking and varied topography, with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside and towards the Solent.

The farm offers a rare combination of a period farmhouse, a useful range of traditional and modern buildings, established income streams, and environmentally significant land. Located on the Hampshire and West Sussex border within easy reach of the south coast and surrounding market towns of Petersfield and Petworth as well as the Cathedral cities of Winchester, Portsmouth and Chichester.

In all about 504 acres (204 hectares) - For sale by Private Treaty as a whole

Summary

Heberdens Farm presents an outstanding opportunity to own an attractive farm with income generation opportunities in a highly sought after part of Hampshire. Heberdens Farmhouse offers a traditional 6-bed Grade II listed 17th century farmhouse, well suited to family life with six bedrooms and five reception rooms. The property could benefit from modernisation.

The farmland is mainly set on the Western side of the farm steading, rolling up onto the top of the hill, primarily made up of arable land with a section of pasture being utilised for equine use. Given its location within the South Downs National Park, the property is well suited to environmental schemes and the enjoyment of country pursuits.

An array of modern farm buildings are positioned away from the Farmhouse, with one recently being converted to provide an indoor riding arena. The more traditional farm buildings are positioned in the original farmyard, adjoining the Farmhouse and have been converted into stabling.

In total, Heberdens Farm extends to approximately 504 acres (204 hectares).

Heberdens Farm House

The principal farmhouse is a Grade II listed period property dating from the 17th century, of timber frame construction beneath a tiled roof. The house retains a wealth of character, including open fireplaces and exposed timbers, and provides generous accommodation arranged over two floors with two staircases.

At first floor level, a central landing leads to six well-proportioned bedrooms, including two en-suite rooms, together with a family bathroom. The principal bedroom enjoys particularly attractive views across the holding, looking westwards towards the top of the farm.

While the house would benefit from a programme of refurbishment, it presents an excellent opportunity to create a significant and highly attractive principal residence.

To the rear, a large doorway opens onto stone steps leading up to a secluded walled garden, providing a private and sheltered outdoor space.

The farmyard immediately adjoining the house offers parking for several vehicles, with further provision available within a traditional brick garage.

The Cottages

In addition, the farm includes four cottages, comprising a pair of semi-detached cottages within the main farmstead and a further two located at Idsworth. These provide useful ancillary accommodation and offer potential for secondary income.

The Land

The land extends to approximately 504 acres and rises to around 400 feet above sea level, comprising a mix of downland and more level ground on the eastern side of the farm. The soils at Heberdens Farm are mainly free draining chalk, something the area is renowned for.

The farm is currently managed for a combination of arable production and environmental schemes, including Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship agreements. There are also areas of access land and environmental importance, contributing to the wider landscape and biodiversity value.

There is an area of CRoW land at the northern end of the farm.

Location

Heberdens Farm is situated in a highly sought after area within the South Downs National Park, renowned for its rolling chalk downland, attractive villages and extensive network of footpaths and bridleways.

The nearby market town of Petersfield offers a comprehensive range of amenities, with further facilities available in Winchester and along the south coast.

Petersfield – 8 miles - London Waterloo from 60 minutes
Winchester – 15 miles - London Waterloo from 67 minutes
Portsmouth – 11 miles – London Waterloo from 92 minutes
All times are approximate

Square Footage: 4,211 sq ft


Acreage: 503.93 Acres

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Additional Info

The farm benefits from a well arranged and versatile range of farm buildings, combining traditional structures with more modern agricultural infrastructure, including:

A substantial grain store constructed in 2012, providing 1,800 tonnes of storage, a range of traditional barns, including an historic threshing barn, former milking parlour and general purpose buildings, a large portal framed building currently incorporating an indoor equine arena, modern 8 bay stable block, timber framed 6 bay stable block, workshops and ancillary storage, roof mounted 50KW Solar array.

Equestrian: Heberdens Farm supported a well-established equestrian enterprise, operated as a DIY livery business, with a range of permanent and temporary stabling, an indoor arena and an outdoor arena extending to approximately 60m x 20m, together with grazing paddocks. The location of the farm with the national park lends itself to hacking and other equestrian activities.

Diversification: The farm also offers wider diversification potential. St Hubert’s Church, located within the holding but not included in the sale, forms an attractive and distinctive feature, with the surrounding land under the ownership of the farm.

Tenure: The freehold of the property is offered for sale with vacant possession, except for the cottages which are offered subject to existing tenancies.

Minerals and Sporting Rights: In so far as they are owned, they are included in the sale of the property.

Licence: St Hubert’s Church have a licence over a section of the adjoining field for the purposes of occasionally parking cars.

Holdover: The vendors intend to have right of holdover until 31st December 2026 on the grain store and the hay barn.