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Enjoying a superb setting, Dartridge Farm provides a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The farm has been in the ownership of the current vendors family for approaching 80 years and this sale thereby affords prospective purchasers an extremely rare opportunity to become the custodian of a superb residential holding overlooking the picturesque valley of the Little Dart river. The farm currently operates as a traditional livestock holding, with the land primarily utilised for livestock grazing and fodder production.
The holding is centered upon a traditional farmhouse, which is not listed, providing well proportioned four bedroomed accommodation enjoying panoramic views over its own river meadows and the unspoilt countryside beyond. Traditional barns have been sympathetically converted to create three well equipped self catering holiday cottages, currently operating as a successful small scale holiday letting enterprise. An extensive range of adaptable traditional and modern farm buildings may afford potential, subject to obtaining any necessary planning/listed building consent, for conversion to residential, commercial, holiday or other ancillary uses. The outbuildings may also appeal to those prospective purchasers with agricultural and equestrian interests.
The house and buildings are conveniently positioned within the surrounding land, which comprises a wonderful combination of traditional pasture, woodland and river meadows, sloping gently down to the pretty Little Dart river. The land may be well suited to a variety of agricultural, equestrian, conservation, sporting or other amenity uses. Dartridge Farm extends in total to about 83.68 Acres (33.80 Ha) and is offered for sale as a whole.
The Farmhouse
The farmhouse comprises traditional stone, rendered and slate roofed construction with the accommodation entered via an attractive stone and slate entrance porch with a flagstone floor, leading into an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. The hall opens through to a useful study/office area. Situated off the hall is a large sitting room containing a brick fireplace inset with a multi-fuel stove. The kitchen/breakfast room enjoys a double aspect and contains a range of base cupboard and drawer units with work surfaces over and matching wall cupboards, with a solid fuel Rayburn Royal stove. A utility room is situated off the kitchen, with an enclosed understairs cupboard and a former door to the sitting room, currently sealed. On the first floor a landing runs along the rear of the house providing access to four well proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. Lovely views over the land may be enjoyed from the bedrooms. There may be scope to enlarge the farmhouse by incorporating part or all of the adjoining holiday cottages, subject to obtaining any necessary planning/building regulation consent.
For approximate room dimensions and layout please refer to the enclosed floorplan.
Outside
The property is approached from the council maintained road over a long private entrance track known as Dartridge Lane which provides access to the farmhouse, cottages and farm buildings. An enclosed garden adjoins to the front elevation of the farmhouse, part lawned with a paved sitting out area. Steps lead up to a raised garden area to the rear, containing some fruit trees and a small greenhouse.
Farm Cottage
Adjoining the farmhouse to the eastern elevation and of similar construction, this comprises a character two bedroomed barn conversion used as a holiday cottage. The ground floor consists of a welcoming open plan living area with a well equipped kitchen. The focal point of this space is an attractive large inglenook style fireplace recess with an original bead oven. Stairs lead up to a first floor landing, which serves two bedrooms and a bathroom. An enclosed patio area adjoins to the front elevation of the cottage, with lean-to car port and former outside privy situated to the side.
Granary Cottage
This converted traditional barn adjoins the farmhouse to the western elevation affording a charming two bedroomed holiday cottage. On the ground floor steps lead up to a front door opening into a lovely kitchen/dining with an arched opening leading through into a large double aspect sitting room. Stairs lead up to a landing serving two double bedrooms and a bathroom. A lawned garden to the side of the cottage provides an excellent private outside space for guests, with a paved patio area and pretty tumbling stream.
The Stables
Situated to the west of the farmhouse this comprises an attractive stone and slate roofed detached barn conversion providing superb two bedroomed holiday accommodation. On the ground floor is a large open plan dining area and well a appointed modern kitchen. The lovely large triple aspect sitting room has patio doors leading out to the rear. A downstairs shower room is situated off the dining area. The first floor has a large landing serving two good sized double bedrooms and a bathroom. An enclosed private patio area to the rear of the cottage provides guests with an excellent al fresco dining space.
The Farm Buildings
These comprise an extensive range of traditional and modern construction well serviced by concrete yard areas and currently utilised for the housing, feeding and rearing of livestock. The buildings may be further described as follows:-
Large stone and cob Traditional Barn, approx. 12.2m x 5m, with double timber doors, a concrete floor and loft over part. Adjoining is a pretty part stone and timber Round House, approx. 6.6m max. x 6.3m max., beneath a slate roof, with its original large main beam.
Also adjoining the traditional barn is an L-shaped open fronted range of stone and profile steel roofed construction, approx. 5.7m x 2.5m plus 4.8m x 3.4m, currently used as a Store/Workshop. Further adjoining three bay open fronted, Machinery Shed, approx. 13.3m x 5.9m.
Adjoining the traditional barn to the west is a part stone and part cob open fronted Youngstock House, approx. 20.9m x 4.1m.
Straddling the upper and lower yards, with access from both, is a modern four bay range of steel framed construction with a split level floor, approx. 26.7m x 18.2m overall, comprising a Fodder Barn and Two Covered Cattle Yards. Further adjoining the above range to the south is a four bay timber framed lean-to Lambing Shed, approx. 18.2m x 5.9m.
Also situated in the lower yard is a lean-to three bay open fronted Cattle/Fodder Shed, approx. 12.5m x 6.1m.
Pretty stone, part block and slate roofed range of former Pigs Houses, in an L-shaped arrangement, approx. 11.5m x 2m plus 6.3m x 2.3m, containing six pens with an enclosed running out yard to the front.
Adjoining the entrance track is former Silage Clamp, approx. 18m x 8.8m with a concrete base.
A concrete drive continues past the house and cottages with a gated access to the land, adjacent to which is situated a block and gi roofed Tractor Shed, approx. 8.5m x 2.8m.
Situated on the western periphery of the holding, with a woodland backdrop, is a charming stone and tiled traditional Linhay, approx. 12m x 2.3m, enjoying lovely views over the river meadows.
The Land
Dartridge Farm is beautifully situated within its own land, which forms a particularly attractive feature of the property, comprising a delightful combination of traditional pasture, mixed woodland and river meadows, affording considerable privacy and seclusion. A gently and moderately sloping block of productive pasture land is situated to the north of the farmstead, bisected by the entrance track. To the east of this, accessed from the lane, is a superb parcel of woodland known as Dartridge Wood, providing wonderful walks, the woodland floor carpeted with bluebells in the spring. The land slopes gently down to the extensive wildlife rich river meadows which adjoin the meandering Little Dart, divided into a number of convenient and manageable fields.
In recent years the holding has been primarily utilised for livestock grazing and fodder production, with the traditional hedgerows and pasture having been sympathetically managed to provide varied habitats for a wide range of flora and fauna. In addition to its agricultural potential, the land may also afford equestrian, conservation and amenity appeal. In total Dartridge Farm extends to about 83.68 Acres, as shown shaded pink on the attached identification plan.
General Remarks
Tenure and Possession
Freehold with vacant possession available upon completion.
Services & Outgoings
The property benefits from mains electricity and water supplies. Drainage of the farmhouse and cottages is to a private system. Please note, the drainage system may require attention and upgrading and prospective purchasers should carry out their own investigations.
The current Rateable Value of the cottages is £3,350 as of 1st April 2023. The Rateable Value figures have been obtained from the Valuation Office website and prospective purchasers are advised to make their enquiries of the Valuation Office regarding these figures. Small Business Rate Relief may be available for Rateable Values below £12,000.
Local Council Tax on the house, Band E, together with the usual service and environmental charges.
Basic Payment Scheme
The Basic Payment Scheme has now ended and the land will be sold without any entitlements or de-linked payments.
Agri-Environment Schemes & Designations
It is understood that the land is not currently subject to any agri-environment schemes. The land lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
Sporting
The sporting rights across the land, insofar as they are owned, will be included in the freehold sale. The fishing rights on the Little Dart are not owned with the property and are therefore not included in the freehold sale.
Town & Country Planning
The current planning conditions on the holiday cottages stipulates that they shall not be occupied by any one person for a period exceeding 28 days in any calendar year.
The current use of the farm buildings is agricultural although there may be scope for prospective purchasers to consider alternative uses within the farm buildings, subject to obtaining any necessary planning consent.
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings, unless specifically referred to within these sale particulars are otherwise expressly excluded from the sale.
Rights of Way, Easements, Wayleaves, Etc.
The adjoining owners have a right of way over an initial short section of the entrance driveway in order to access their properties.
The property is offered and as far as required by the Vendors will be conveyed subject to all other rights of way, easements, wayleaves, privileges and advantages, either public or private, whether specifically referred to in these particulars of sale or not.
Important Notice
All persons wishing to view the property do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the Vendors or their Agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are visiting the property. A working farm is a potentially hazardous environment and for prospective purchasers own personal safety, please be vigilant when viewing, particularly around the farmyard and in fields containing stock. All persons viewing the property are asked to observe the country code and close all gates.
Greenslade Taylor Hunt, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:-
They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise.
They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
3. 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 Greenslade Taylor Hunt has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
4. We have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the purchaser is responsible for making their own enquiries in this regard.
Ref: STM240046
Accessed from Leigh Road over a long private entrance track, Dartridge Farm occupies a superb rural position in rolling unspoilt Devon countryside, overlooking the picturesque valley of the Little Dart river. The property enjoys an outstanding setting benefiting from exceptional privacy and seclusion, beautifully nestled within its own land. Despite its peaceful rural position Dartridge Farm is well located for access to local amenities and the wider transport network.
The nearby sought after small country town of Chulmleigh provides a thriving local community which has managed to retain a good range of local services, including a pre-school and a highly regarded Academy College providing primary and secondary levels. Other local services include a sports centre, post office, various shops, health centre, dentist, public houses, restaurants, an 18 hole Par 3 golf course, riding stables and a historic town hall. Despite its rural position the property still enjoys easy access to the surrounding districts and further afield with the larger towns of South Molton, Barnstaple, Crediton and the City of Exeter providing an extensive range of everyday shopping, banking, recreational and educational facilities.
From South Molton and Barnstaple the A361 North Devon link road provides easy access to the M5 motorway (Junction 27). There are nearby rail stations on the Barnstaple to Exeter (Tarka) line at Kings Nympton and Eggesford. Mainline intercity rail links are available at Exeter and Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
Dartridge Farm lies in the beautiful band of countryside between Exmoor and Dartmoor, a predominantly agricultural landscape primarily comprising pasture and arable land interspersed with an abundance of woodland and pretty river valleys. Exmoor to the north offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths, whilst the North Devon coast is easily accessible with lovely sandy beaches at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe, all visited by the renowned South West Coast Path. Back to listing
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Description
A superb Residential Holding enjoying an outstanding rural position benefiting from an attractive traditional farmhouse, three holiday cottages, an extensive range of adaptable farm buildings, pasture fields, amenity woodland and river meadows with frontage to the pretty Little Dart. In all about 83.68 Acres.Enjoying a superb setting, Dartridge Farm provides a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The farm has been in the ownership of the current vendors family for approaching 80 years and this sale thereby affords prospective purchasers an extremely rare opportunity to become the custodian of a superb residential holding overlooking the picturesque valley of the Little Dart river. The farm currently operates as a traditional livestock holding, with the land primarily utilised for livestock grazing and fodder production.
The holding is centered upon a traditional farmhouse, which is not listed, providing well proportioned four bedroomed accommodation enjoying panoramic views over its own river meadows and the unspoilt countryside beyond. Traditional barns have been sympathetically converted to create three well equipped self catering holiday cottages, currently operating as a successful small scale holiday letting enterprise. An extensive range of adaptable traditional and modern farm buildings may afford potential, subject to obtaining any necessary planning/listed building consent, for conversion to residential, commercial, holiday or other ancillary uses. The outbuildings may also appeal to those prospective purchasers with agricultural and equestrian interests.
The house and buildings are conveniently positioned within the surrounding land, which comprises a wonderful combination of traditional pasture, woodland and river meadows, sloping gently down to the pretty Little Dart river. The land may be well suited to a variety of agricultural, equestrian, conservation, sporting or other amenity uses. Dartridge Farm extends in total to about 83.68 Acres (33.80 Ha) and is offered for sale as a whole.
The Farmhouse
The farmhouse comprises traditional stone, rendered and slate roofed construction with the accommodation entered via an attractive stone and slate entrance porch with a flagstone floor, leading into an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. The hall opens through to a useful study/office area. Situated off the hall is a large sitting room containing a brick fireplace inset with a multi-fuel stove. The kitchen/breakfast room enjoys a double aspect and contains a range of base cupboard and drawer units with work surfaces over and matching wall cupboards, with a solid fuel Rayburn Royal stove. A utility room is situated off the kitchen, with an enclosed understairs cupboard and a former door to the sitting room, currently sealed. On the first floor a landing runs along the rear of the house providing access to four well proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. Lovely views over the land may be enjoyed from the bedrooms. There may be scope to enlarge the farmhouse by incorporating part or all of the adjoining holiday cottages, subject to obtaining any necessary planning/building regulation consent.
For approximate room dimensions and layout please refer to the enclosed floorplan.
Outside
The property is approached from the council maintained road over a long private entrance track known as Dartridge Lane which provides access to the farmhouse, cottages and farm buildings. An enclosed garden adjoins to the front elevation of the farmhouse, part lawned with a paved sitting out area. Steps lead up to a raised garden area to the rear, containing some fruit trees and a small greenhouse.
Farm Cottage
Adjoining the farmhouse to the eastern elevation and of similar construction, this comprises a character two bedroomed barn conversion used as a holiday cottage. The ground floor consists of a welcoming open plan living area with a well equipped kitchen. The focal point of this space is an attractive large inglenook style fireplace recess with an original bead oven. Stairs lead up to a first floor landing, which serves two bedrooms and a bathroom. An enclosed patio area adjoins to the front elevation of the cottage, with lean-to car port and former outside privy situated to the side.
Granary Cottage
This converted traditional barn adjoins the farmhouse to the western elevation affording a charming two bedroomed holiday cottage. On the ground floor steps lead up to a front door opening into a lovely kitchen/dining with an arched opening leading through into a large double aspect sitting room. Stairs lead up to a landing serving two double bedrooms and a bathroom. A lawned garden to the side of the cottage provides an excellent private outside space for guests, with a paved patio area and pretty tumbling stream.
The Stables
Situated to the west of the farmhouse this comprises an attractive stone and slate roofed detached barn conversion providing superb two bedroomed holiday accommodation. On the ground floor is a large open plan dining area and well a appointed modern kitchen. The lovely large triple aspect sitting room has patio doors leading out to the rear. A downstairs shower room is situated off the dining area. The first floor has a large landing serving two good sized double bedrooms and a bathroom. An enclosed private patio area to the rear of the cottage provides guests with an excellent al fresco dining space.
The Farm Buildings
These comprise an extensive range of traditional and modern construction well serviced by concrete yard areas and currently utilised for the housing, feeding and rearing of livestock. The buildings may be further described as follows:-
Large stone and cob Traditional Barn, approx. 12.2m x 5m, with double timber doors, a concrete floor and loft over part. Adjoining is a pretty part stone and timber Round House, approx. 6.6m max. x 6.3m max., beneath a slate roof, with its original large main beam.
Also adjoining the traditional barn is an L-shaped open fronted range of stone and profile steel roofed construction, approx. 5.7m x 2.5m plus 4.8m x 3.4m, currently used as a Store/Workshop. Further adjoining three bay open fronted, Machinery Shed, approx. 13.3m x 5.9m.
Adjoining the traditional barn to the west is a part stone and part cob open fronted Youngstock House, approx. 20.9m x 4.1m.
Straddling the upper and lower yards, with access from both, is a modern four bay range of steel framed construction with a split level floor, approx. 26.7m x 18.2m overall, comprising a Fodder Barn and Two Covered Cattle Yards. Further adjoining the above range to the south is a four bay timber framed lean-to Lambing Shed, approx. 18.2m x 5.9m.
Also situated in the lower yard is a lean-to three bay open fronted Cattle/Fodder Shed, approx. 12.5m x 6.1m.
Pretty stone, part block and slate roofed range of former Pigs Houses, in an L-shaped arrangement, approx. 11.5m x 2m plus 6.3m x 2.3m, containing six pens with an enclosed running out yard to the front.
Adjoining the entrance track is former Silage Clamp, approx. 18m x 8.8m with a concrete base.
A concrete drive continues past the house and cottages with a gated access to the land, adjacent to which is situated a block and gi roofed Tractor Shed, approx. 8.5m x 2.8m.
Situated on the western periphery of the holding, with a woodland backdrop, is a charming stone and tiled traditional Linhay, approx. 12m x 2.3m, enjoying lovely views over the river meadows.
The Land
Dartridge Farm is beautifully situated within its own land, which forms a particularly attractive feature of the property, comprising a delightful combination of traditional pasture, mixed woodland and river meadows, affording considerable privacy and seclusion. A gently and moderately sloping block of productive pasture land is situated to the north of the farmstead, bisected by the entrance track. To the east of this, accessed from the lane, is a superb parcel of woodland known as Dartridge Wood, providing wonderful walks, the woodland floor carpeted with bluebells in the spring. The land slopes gently down to the extensive wildlife rich river meadows which adjoin the meandering Little Dart, divided into a number of convenient and manageable fields.
In recent years the holding has been primarily utilised for livestock grazing and fodder production, with the traditional hedgerows and pasture having been sympathetically managed to provide varied habitats for a wide range of flora and fauna. In addition to its agricultural potential, the land may also afford equestrian, conservation and amenity appeal. In total Dartridge Farm extends to about 83.68 Acres, as shown shaded pink on the attached identification plan.
General Remarks
Tenure and Possession
Freehold with vacant possession available upon completion.
Services & Outgoings
The property benefits from mains electricity and water supplies. Drainage of the farmhouse and cottages is to a private system. Please note, the drainage system may require attention and upgrading and prospective purchasers should carry out their own investigations.
The current Rateable Value of the cottages is £3,350 as of 1st April 2023. The Rateable Value figures have been obtained from the Valuation Office website and prospective purchasers are advised to make their enquiries of the Valuation Office regarding these figures. Small Business Rate Relief may be available for Rateable Values below £12,000.
Local Council Tax on the house, Band E, together with the usual service and environmental charges.
Basic Payment Scheme
The Basic Payment Scheme has now ended and the land will be sold without any entitlements or de-linked payments.
Agri-Environment Schemes & Designations
It is understood that the land is not currently subject to any agri-environment schemes. The land lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
Sporting
The sporting rights across the land, insofar as they are owned, will be included in the freehold sale. The fishing rights on the Little Dart are not owned with the property and are therefore not included in the freehold sale.
Town & Country Planning
The current planning conditions on the holiday cottages stipulates that they shall not be occupied by any one person for a period exceeding 28 days in any calendar year.
The current use of the farm buildings is agricultural although there may be scope for prospective purchasers to consider alternative uses within the farm buildings, subject to obtaining any necessary planning consent.
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings, unless specifically referred to within these sale particulars are otherwise expressly excluded from the sale.
Rights of Way, Easements, Wayleaves, Etc.
The adjoining owners have a right of way over an initial short section of the entrance driveway in order to access their properties.
The property is offered and as far as required by the Vendors will be conveyed subject to all other rights of way, easements, wayleaves, privileges and advantages, either public or private, whether specifically referred to in these particulars of sale or not.
Important Notice
All persons wishing to view the property do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the Vendors or their Agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are visiting the property. A working farm is a potentially hazardous environment and for prospective purchasers own personal safety, please be vigilant when viewing, particularly around the farmyard and in fields containing stock. All persons viewing the property are asked to observe the country code and close all gates.
Greenslade Taylor Hunt, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:-
They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise.
They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
3. 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 Greenslade Taylor Hunt has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
4. We have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the purchaser is responsible for making their own enquiries in this regard.
Ref: STM240046
Accessed from Leigh Road over a long private entrance track, Dartridge Farm occupies a superb rural position in rolling unspoilt Devon countryside, overlooking the picturesque valley of the Little Dart river. The property enjoys an outstanding setting benefiting from exceptional privacy and seclusion, beautifully nestled within its own land. Despite its peaceful rural position Dartridge Farm is well located for access to local amenities and the wider transport network.
The nearby sought after small country town of Chulmleigh provides a thriving local community which has managed to retain a good range of local services, including a pre-school and a highly regarded Academy College providing primary and secondary levels. Other local services include a sports centre, post office, various shops, health centre, dentist, public houses, restaurants, an 18 hole Par 3 golf course, riding stables and a historic town hall. Despite its rural position the property still enjoys easy access to the surrounding districts and further afield with the larger towns of South Molton, Barnstaple, Crediton and the City of Exeter providing an extensive range of everyday shopping, banking, recreational and educational facilities.
From South Molton and Barnstaple the A361 North Devon link road provides easy access to the M5 motorway (Junction 27). There are nearby rail stations on the Barnstaple to Exeter (Tarka) line at Kings Nympton and Eggesford. Mainline intercity rail links are available at Exeter and Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
Dartridge Farm lies in the beautiful band of countryside between Exmoor and Dartmoor, a predominantly agricultural landscape primarily comprising pasture and arable land interspersed with an abundance of woodland and pretty river valleys. Exmoor to the north offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths, whilst the North Devon coast is easily accessible with lovely sandy beaches at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe, all visited by the renowned South West Coast Path. Back to listing
