Description
55.33 Acres (22.39 ha) of pasture land, woodland and ponds.
Situation - Tucked away in the unspoilt Bride Valley, Lower Kingston Russell Farm enjoys an outstanding rural position in the heart of West Dorset's rolling countryside, just outside the village of Long Bredy. The farm is set amidst gently undulating pasture land with far-reaching views across its own farmland and along the Jurassic coastline.
Although in a tranquil and secluded setting, the farm is well-connected, lying just South of the A35. The County town of Dorchester is approximately 8 miles east, offering a wide range of amenities and direct rail links to London Waterloo. Further amenities are available at the popular market town of Bridport 7 miles to the west.
Lot 3 -
55.33 Ac Of Pasture Land, Woodland & Ponds - A useful block of mainly pasture land lying to the west of the main farm. The land is bounded by mature hedgerows, and features a wildlife pond and areas of attractive young broadleaf woodland, which give further conservation and sporting appeal, accessed via Abbotsbury Lane.
Tenure And Possession - All freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
The vendors reserve the right to hold a dispersal sale of machinery prior to completion.
Early entry will be permitted (if appropriate) for the purchaser at their own risk and cost.
Services - Mains electricity is connected to Lot 1. Water is a private supply rising on Lot 1 from springs to storage tanks that supply the property. This supplies the farmhouse, cottages farm buildings and Red Brick Barn. This is licensed with a limit of 23,725 cube per annum.
Mains water is not connected, but rights to connect are available, and infrastructure (to Lot 1) is in place should a buyer wish to connect this in the future. It should be noted that electricity and water to Red Brick Barn is currently supplied via the main farm (Lot 1). Should this lot be sold separately, then rights to connect to any mains services will be granted, plus any temporary rights required.
No services are connected to Lot 3.
Rights,Easements And Boundaries - Lower Kingston Russell Farm is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights including rights of way whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights and obligations, easements and quasi-easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves or masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas or other pipes whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or particulars of sale or not. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries of the ownership thereof.
The main farm access driveway is shared with the neighbouring property. The buyers of Lot 1 will be responsible for part of the repair and upkeep warranty. There are footpaths and bridleways crossing the property. Part of Lot 1 is Open Access Land, as defined by the Countryside Rights of Way Act 2000.
Basic Payment Scheme - There are no BPS entitlements or delinked payments included in the sale.
Environmental Schemes - The land is currently entered into a Sustainable Farming Incentive agreement. This will be ended and not transferable.
Ingoing Valuation - In addition to the purchase price, the purchaser will pay for any growing crops or acts of husbandry in accordance with CAAV costing. Cost of stores, including seeds, fertiliser, sprays and fuel will also be in addition. Any fodder remaining on the holding is to be taken over at market price. There will be no counter claim for dilapidations and no ingoing payments for RMV or unexhausted manures.
Fixtures And Fittings - The parlour, bulk tank, feed silo and dirty water pump will be included in the sale. All other freestanding equipment and any other equipment not specifically mentioned in the details above is excluded from the sale.
Planning - Red Brick Barn is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition. Further details from selling agents.
Designations - Lot 1 includes three Scheduled Monuments being a stone circle and tumulus's in OS 7196, OS 3311 and OS 8431.
1 & 2 Lower Kingston Russell Cottages are Grade II Listed.
All of the property is within the Dorset National Landscape (previously Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Lot 3 is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone area.
Local Authority - Dorset Council, www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Agents Notes - Part of the property is currently owned by a Limited Company. If purchasers wish to consider acquiring the company, then the sellers are open to this possibility. Further advice on this would be needed from accountants and legal representatives.
Important Notice - Symonds & Sampson and their clients give notice that:
1 They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any
offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2 Any areas measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, Building Regulation or other consents, and Symonds & Sampson have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Sporting, Timber And Mineral Rights - All sporting, timber and mineral rights are understood to be owned and included.
Vat - Any guide price quoted or discussed is exclusive of VAT. In the event that a sale of the property, or any part of it, or any right attached to it, becomes a chargeable supply for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable in addition.
Health And Safety - Given the potential hazards of a working farm, we ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around the farm buildings and machinery.
Directions - What3words
LOT 1: ///brands.apparatus.aspect
LOT 2: ///retraced.ticket.perform
LOT 3: ///lilac.laminated.opera
Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with sole agents Symonds & Sampson LLP. Further information, if required, is available from Will Wallis or George Whittaker on 01305 236237.
