Description
Little Woolgarston Farm extends to approximately 55.81 acres (22.58 hectares), in a ring fenced block around the farmhouse and farm buildings. The pasture land is all arranged in manageable sized parcels which has been grazed. cut and well maintained for many years. The farmhouse and annexe both benefit from far reaching views over the adjoining farmland, Swanage sea views and the iconic Corfe Castle.
The heart of the farmstead features an extensive range of farm buildings that are used to house livestock and store machinery and fodder. There is also an all-weather surfaced equestrian arena and generous range of stabling. We consider that the farm buildings could also be suitable for possible conversion and diversification opportunities, subject to all necessary planning consents.
The Farm - The farmhouse is a three-bedroom Purbeck Stone constructed property with an attached two-bedroom Annexe extending to approximately 210m2 (2,260 sq ft) in total. The well laid-out accommodation for the farmhouse and the annexe are both arranged over two floors, benefitting from far reaching views overlooking the Purbeck hills, Corfe Castle and Swanage sea views. The farmhouse and annexe are subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition.
The gently rolling pasture land extends to approximately 52.32 acres (21.17 hectares), in a ring-fenced block surrounding the farmhouse and farm buildings which extend to another 3.49 acres (1.41 acres). The farmland is all arranged in manageable sized parcels, that has been grazed and cut for many years. There are footpaths and bridleways that cross the farm.
The heart of the farmstead features an extensive range of farm buildings that are used to house livestock and store machinery and fodder. There is also an all-weather surfaced equestrian arena and a generous range of stabling. We consider that the farm buildings could also be suitable for possible conversion opportunities, subject to all necessary planning consents.
Method Of Sale - Little Woolgarston Farm is offered for sale as a whole 55.81 acre ring-fenced farm with farmhouse, annexe, farm buildings and pasture land.
Tenure And Possession - Little Woolgarston Farm is sold Freehold with vacant possession on completion. Completion to the successful purchaser will be delayed until circa 31st March 2025, or earlier if agreeable by all parties.
Delinked payments relating to the Basic Payment Scheme will be retained by the current owners but the land can be transferred on completion.
Situation - Little Woolgarston Farm is situated within a sought after location, in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck which is designated as a National Landscape (AONB). The nearby villages of Corfe Castle and Swanage both benefit from the provision of shops, schools, restaurants, water sports, and many other opportunities.
Communications are good with main line rail links from Wareham train station to London Waterloo. Bournemouth International Airport is approximately 20 miles north east.
The farm benefits from being connected to a good network of footpaths and bridleways that offer extensive walking, horse riding and cycling opportunities, whilst enjoying the very best of the Isle Purbeck, along the Jurassic Coast.
Services - The farm benefits from a mains water and mains electricity supply.
The drainage is a private septic tank.
Standard broadband is available at the property.
Mobile coverage is likely indoors and outdoors at the property.
Local Authority - Dorset Council 01305 221000
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Epc And Council Tax Band - Farmhouse EPC rating: E
The Annexe EPC rating: D
Farmhouse Council Tax Band: F
The Annexe Council Tax Band: A
Designations - Little Woolgarston is situated within the National Landscape (formally AONB) and within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
The farmland is subject to public footpaths and bridleways that cross the holding.
Directions - From Corfe Castle village, head east from East Street, along Sandy Hill Lane. The farm is situated approximately 1.4 miles along this road, on the left hand side at the end of a no-through road, towards Little Woolgarston.
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