Description
An exciting opportunity to acquire an attractive and secluded parcel of land, boasting high amenity and conservational appeal, with no artificial fertilisers or pesticides being applied in living memory. Directly accessed from the Council maintained highway (Ilchester Road) via a private track leading to the main block. Extending to approximately 3.15 acres (1.27 hectares) in total.
The land historically formed part of an agricultural smallholding, with part comprising a former lias stone quarry which has naturally restored. We are informed the site boasts a wealth of diverse fauna and flora, with an estimated 24no. butterfly species, birds, flowers and other wildlife recorded. The Seller has provided a detailed schedule which is available on request.
Included within the plot is a range of structures, which require restoration, together with a mobile home (no planning consent for overnight use). There is opportunity to further develop the site, subject to any necessary planning consents which may be required.
The plot is principally level in topography to part and bound and divided by a mixture of natural hedgerows and stock-proof fencing. The soil is classified as Grade III on the DEFRA land classification map.
Agent’s Note
Please note the Seller is an employee of Edwards Estate Agents.
Uplift Clause
None.
Designations
Situated within the Kings Sedgemoor Drain Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ). Not situated within an AONB or SSSI.
Environmental Stewardship Schemes
Not subject to any environmental or countryside stewardship schemes.
Footpaths and Rights of Way
No footpaths. Further details of any other rights of way (if applicable) will be contained within the auction Legal Pack.
Fixture and Fittings
Fixtures and fittings which are currently on site may be included within the sale and not removed prior to completion. A fixtures and fittings schedule will be included within the auction legal pack.
Solicitors
Ashfords LLP, Exeter
Martin Chaffey acting
Telephone: 01392 337 000
Registering to bid and Administration fee
Cooper and Tanner requires 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 £1,395 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 suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from.
Local Council: Somerset Council.
Telephone:0300 123 2224
Drainage Rates: None.
Services: No services connected to the plot. We understand some mains services are located within the adjacent Highway (Ilchester Road). Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.
Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession.
Completion
Completion has been set for 11th June 2026 or earlier by arrangement.
Viewing: At any reasonable time on foot with a set of the sale details. The postcode for the nearest property is TA11 7AW
What3words – spines.tougher.worthy
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