Land and Buildings At High Ham, Langport TA10

Freehold | 5.1 acres (2.1 hectares)

A well-situated farm building, stable block, and adjoining pasture paddocks. For sale by Informal Tender as a whole or in two separate lots. Tenders due by midday on Wednesday 24th July 2024. In all extending to 5.13 acres.

Lot 1 comprises a steel framed farm storage building together with a timber framed stable block and three adjoining pasture paddocks as well as a pond, all with access via a stone track from Henley Road.

The farm building comprises a three bay steel and timber framed storage building (measuring about 12m x 6m) with mezzanine floor over one bay and mains electricity connected to the rear. This building has potential for conversion subject to obtaining the necessary consent. The building was erected in 2017 following planning permission granted by South Somerset District Council under application reference 16/04901/FUL. Class Q permitted development rights were amended in May 2024 and are now available on qualifying buildings which were either in agricultural use, or part of an established agricultural unit, on 24th July 2023.

The stable building offers four no. loose boxes (each of about 3.45m x 3.45m) with a concrete floor and apron. There is also an adjoining hay store and lean-to store off.

The land comprises three pasture paddocks situated to the south of the buildings, with easy access from the track. In all Lot 1 extends to about four acres.

Should Lots 1 and 2 be sold separately, the purchaser of Lot 1 will need to erect a new boundary fence between Lots 1 and 2 toward the eastern end below the farm building.


Lot 2 comprises a former orchard and pasture paddock with gated access from Henley Road to the north. There is an attractive pond situated along the southern boundary and several trees in the south eastern corner. In all Lot 2 extends to about one acre.


Location
The land is situated adjoining Henley Road, a short distance from the village of High Ham, within easy reach of Langport, Street and Somerton.


Method of Sale
The property is offered for sale as a whole or in two separate lots by Informal Tender.

Lot 1 is offered for sale with a guide price of £175,000.

Lot 2 is offered for sale with a guide price of £45,000.

Tenders are due by midday on Wednesday 24th July 2024. Tenders should be submitted via email to jack.mitchell@carterjonas.co.uk, or in writing addressed to Carter Jonas, Quad 4000, Blackbrook Park Avenue, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2PX with envelopes marked ‘Tender for Land and Buildings at High Ham’.


Services
Lot 1 is serviced by a mains electricity supply. Mains water runs in Henley Road.


Rights of Way/Easements
Should Lot 2 be sold separately to Lot 1, a right of access into the gate in the north-western corner of Lot 2 will be granted over Lot 1. There is also an access right for Henley Farm (to the west) into the gate in the north-eastern corner of Henley Farm. There are drainage rights for two neighbouring properties into the pond and ditch within the property.


Health & Safety
Potential purchasers are requested to take particular care when inspecting the property being mindful of livestock which may be present and machinery which may be operating, and wearing supportive footwear for potentially uneven, steep, and slippery ground surfaces.


Local Authority
Somerset Council (South Somerset)


Viewings
Potential purchasers may view the property during daylight hours after informing the agents, Carter Jonas, on 01823 428590.


Directions
From the village of High Ham head north and out of the village towards Henley and Street. Continue down the hill and around the right-hand bend, taking the next right signed Henley, onto Henley Road. The entrance to the property will be found after about half a mile on the right-hand side, marked by a Carter Jonas ‘for sale’ board on the gate.


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