Brook Farm, Longdon, Tewkesbury, GL20 6BD

BEST AND FINAL OFFERS BY 4PM FRIDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER

LOT 1: BROOK FARM COTTAGE

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Brook Farm Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property constructed of timber, brick and stone and is full of period features. The property extends to approximately 1,323 Sq ft and is accessed down a private drive leading to a courtyard of outbuildings.

On entering the property you are immediately into a  hallway which provides access to the kitchen, utility room/pantry and the dining room. The kitchen overlooks the courtyard of buildings and is in a good condition with an eye-level electric oven and separate gas hob. The dining room lies off the hallway and leads to the lounge which is fantastically presented with exposed beams and a large inglenook fireplace and log burner.

Upstairs is accessed by a vaulted stairwell with exposed brick wall which leads to the master Bedroom complete with a period oak floor, a family bathroom and a further double and single bedroom.

Outside the property is a private south facing garden and vegetable patch complete with a small pond. To the rear of the property is a 1.7 acre paddock and further 0.88 acres of woodland which benefit from a secondary access off Marsh Road.

The property also benefits from a range of outbuildings including Log Store, Workshop and a dilapidated chicken shed within the paddock. The buildings are in need of attention but provide potential for alternative uses (STPP).

LOT 2: 44AC OF AGRICULTURAL LAND AT LONGDON

The land at Longdon extends to 44 acres (17.8ha) and is classified as Grade 3 on the agricultural land classification maps.

The lands is accessed directly off the B4211 at the northern extent of the land. We understand there is a further access to the south of the land adjacent to the property Copyhold.

The land is predominantly permanent pasture and lies flat with some gentle gradients. Traditionally the land has been used for hay making and but would be suitable for   livestock grazing.

The boundaries are mainly mature hedgerows however there is a short section marked blue where there is no boundary fence. It will be the responsibility of the purchaser to erect a new fence along the boundary marked ’A’.

We are aware that there are a number of Public Rights of way Crossing the land, namely 551(C), 552(C),571(C) and 572(C). We are also aware that there is a private right of way to the benefit of the adjoining land owner over the brown line.

We are advised that the land holds the benefit of a private right of way over the green line for agricultural purposes only.

ACCESS

Access to Brook Cottage is taken off Marsh Road, the land to the rear of the property can be accessed on foot through the property, or alternatively there is a separate   vehicular access for the land further west off Marsh Road. Access to Lot 2 is taken off the B4211. There are 2 gateways but only one has been used in recent years.

SERVICES

Brook Cottage benefits from mains electricity, mains water and a private septic tank. We understand the property also benefits from a Gas Supply.

Lot 2 – we are advised mains water is connected.

PLANNING

Potential purchasers are invited to make their own investigations with the Local Planning Authority, Malvern Hills District Council – or telephone[use Contact Agent Button].

OUTGOINGS

Council Tax Band F – amount payable 2022/23—£2,824.95

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME & ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES

The land is registered on the Rural Land Register and Basic Payment Scheme entitlements will be included in the sale.

The land is not within any Environmental Stewardship Schemes.

LANDS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES

These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and calculated by the vendor’s agents, however the purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or misstatement shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to compensation.

RIGHTS OF WAY, WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of rights, including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity and other rights and obligations, easements, 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 and to the provision of any planning scheme of County or Local Authority.

We are aware that there are a number of public footpaths and a further private right of way impacting Lot 2 as detailed within these particulars.

TENURE

Brook Cottage is offered Freehold and vacant possession will be granted on completion of the sale. The property is currently let under on an Assured   Shorthold Tenancy.

The land at Longdon is offered Freehold and Vacant Possession will be granted on the completion of the sale.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Any fixtures or fittings not mentioned in these particulars are excluded from the sale.

VIEWINGS

The property is currently occupied by tenants and as such, viewings are to be accompanied and are strictly by appointment only. Please contact Carver Knowles to arrange a viewing on[use Contact Agent Button].

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale by private treaty. The Vendor reserves the right to set a date for Best and Final offers.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING

Interested parties will be required to provide photographic ID and proof of address for Anti-Money Laundering checks prior to instructing solicitors.

VENDOR’S SOLICITORS

Arnold Thomson C/O Nadiya Virani-Bland, 205 Watling Street West, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6BX