Sunderlands
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3 Pavement House
The Pavement
Hay-on-Wye
Hereford
HR3 5BU
Nantmel, Llandrindod Wells
Offers In Excess Of £1,300,000
4 Bedroom Farm - Residential
- For sale in four lots or as a whole by private treaty
- Lot 1 - Four bed farmhouse and buildings with 73.10 acres of pasture
- Lot 2 - 11.85 acres of pastureland
- Lot 3 - 21.89 acres of pastureland
- Lot 4 - 31.6 acres known as Ysfa Lands
The sale of Dolau farm represents a fabulous opportunity to acquire a productive livestock farm in the heart of Radnorshire. The property is situated in the pretty rural village of Nantmel approximately equidistance between the village of Crossgates and the larger market town of Rhayader. The farm extends to a substantial 138.44 acres in total and has the benefit of road frontage along the A44. The farm naturally lends itself to be split into convenient lots for sale but could easily be farmed as a whole.
The property boasts a substantial traditional stone detached farmhouse that offers spacious living accommodation on both floors with the added potential for further extension and development. The residence is in need of modernisation but provides the opportunity to be transformed into a wonderful family home.
The farm has the benefit of an extensive range of both traditional and modern steel frame buildings that are currently used for agricultural purposes and are more than adequate for the size of the holding. The farmland appears to be in good heart, surrounding the farmstead on all aspects and also has the benefit of the river Dulas that proceeds through Lot 1.
The popular market town of Rhayader is a short drive away and has the benefit of a good array of services to include several pubs & restaurants, village shops, post office, fuel station and primary school. Dolau farm is ideally situated with excellent road networks to the larger towns of Llandrindod Wells, Newtown and Builth Wells.
Lot 1
Lot 1 represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire the heart of Dolau farm, which includes the main residence, array of farm buildings and 73.1 acres of pasture. The residence is a blank canvass providing a terrific opportunity to add value and transform the internal living space. The residence has been occupied until very recently but would benefit from expenditure to the internal décor. The property retains a host of original features to include ornate fireplaces, the property is entered via an attractive Victorian tiled hallway and a particular feature is the central wooden staircase rising to the first floor, creating a welcoming introduction to the house.
The sitting room includes a period fireplace surround with open fire, while the separate dining room is centred around a traditional Rayburn, adding character and warmth to the space. The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall mounted units providing practical storage and workspace, and to the rear of the property is a hallway with WC and a useful storage cupboard.
To the first floor, a generous landing provides access to four spacious bedrooms together with a family bathroom comprising bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin.
Lot 1 - The Buildings
Dolau Farm has an excellent range of farm buildings comprising an extensive and useful mixture of traditional and modern buildings that have been utilised for normal livestock handling and fodder storage purposes. The traditional buildings add significant character to the farmstead and host an array of characterful features.
Briefly the buildings comprise the following:
Modern Portal Frame Cattle/sheep shed 16.98m x 11.56m with concrete floor
Adjoining Traditional Stone Barn 7.02m x 23.79m timber framed with soil floor
Adjoining Stone Barn 11.53m x 7.03m
Old Cow Shed 4.80m 10.67m
Open Sided Straw/Fodder Shed 7.62m x 13.6m Steel Framed
Machinery / Cattle Shed 20.61m x 16.36m with Yorkshire boarding & breeze block sides
Wood Shed /General Storage 5.38m x 15.45m with cobble floor & corrugated sides
Lot 1 - 73.10 Acres
The 73.10 acres of pasture (Lot 1) surrounds the farmstead on all sides and is contained within one ring fence and is only split by the river Dulas that proceeds through the property. The land contains a mix of excellent grazing, conservation pastures and some small areas of woodland. The land has been split into usefully sized enclosures for the ease of management. Some of the enclosures are easily capable of producing high yielding fodder and arable crops and others would benefit from some drainage. The boundaries appear to be well defined and the land appears to be in good heart. There is the benefit of a mains water supply and natural springs and tributaries that flow through the property. Part of the river and banks of the river Dulas at the south end of the boundary is registered as a SSSI.
Lot 2 - 11.85 Acres
This is an excellent level block of 11.85 acres of pasture land that is situated within one ring fence and has the benefit of roadside frontage on two sides. This parcel is situated on the opposite side of the A44 from the farmhouse. The land is split into three conveniently sized enclosures, all of which are capable of producing either a fodder or arable crop. This parcel of land would make a welcome additional to Lot 1 should anyone require more land with the farmhouse. The boundaries appear to be in good order and are well defined, with the added benefit of access to the river Dulas. There is an easement across this land for the benefit of Dwr Cymru.
Lot 3 - 21.8 Acres
Lot 3 represents a very useful commercial block of grazing land extending to a considerable 21.8 acres. The land is currently laid down to pasture with two of the three parcels having been recently reseeded to produce a very productive and high yielding red clover crop. The land is in the majority gently sloping and free draining and is comprised within one ring fence. Again this lot is situated opposite the main farmstead but would make a welcome addition to Lot 1. This block of land has good roadside access on two sides and also has the benefit of a mains water supply. There is an easement over this land for the benefit of Dwr Cymru. The red brick building does not form part of the ownership of this lot.
Lot 4 - 31.60 Acres known as Ysfa Lands
This parcel of land is a separate block of land situated only a short drive from the main holding and comprises a mixture of approximately 22 acres of pasture and 9.6 acres of coniferous woodland. This land is situated within one ring fence and has the benefit of excellent roadside access. It comprises a useful mix of grazing land and woodland that would make a good addition to the main farm of Dolau or as a separate block of commercial grazing or even as amenity land. We are informed that the property has the benefit of a metered mains water supply and natural springs that emerge through the land. The mines and mineral rights are not included with this Lot.
Services
The property has the benefit of a mains electricity, water & telephone connection. Private drainage and heating via an air source heat pump. The mains supply to Lots 1,2,3 will need to be separated if sold separately at the cost of the respective purchasers.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Council Tax
Powys County Council Tax Band “F”
Timber, Woodland, Sporting and Mineral Rights
We understand that all rights are included within the freehold sale of Lots 1,2,3 but the mineral rights are not included with Lot 4.
Basic Farm Payment Entitlements
The Basic Farm Payment Entitlements are not included.
Anti Money Laundering
The successful purchaser/s will be required to provide sufficient identification to verify their identity in compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations. Please note that a small fee of £15 + VAT per person will be charged to conduct the necessary money laundering checks. This fee is payable at the time of verification and is non-refundable.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves and rights of way both declared and undeclared. Dwr Cymru have an easement through Lots 1, 2 & 3.
Town and Country Planning
The property is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchasers will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property
Plans, Areas and Schedules
These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.
Boundaries, Roads and Fences
The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors Agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.
Inconsistency
In the event that there is any variance between these particulars and the contract of sale, then the latter shall apply.
Asbestos
The vendors and their agents accept no liability for any asbestos on the property. It is in the nature of farm buildings in particular that asbestos is likely to be present on the farm.
Health & Safety
This is a fully working farm, all viewers are reminded that they should take all necessary care when making an inspection of the property. Viewings are taken solely at the risk of those who view and neither the agents nor owners of the property take any responsibility for any injury however caused.
Important Notice
These particulars are set out as a guide only. They are intended to give a fair description of the property but may not be relied upon as a statement or a representation of facts. These particulars are produced in good faith and are inevitably subjective and do not form part of any contract. No persons in the employment of Sunderlands 1862 LLP has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
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Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.
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