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"A rare opportunity to develop a detached brick built threshing barn for conversion together with a range of partly built brick outbuildings set in approximately 8 acres.




Partly converted Barn;Range of partly completed outbuildings including Stable Block; Hay Loft; Tractor Store; Utility Store:Approximately 8 acres of pasture and amenity land; Mobile Home.

DESCRIPTION
The property stands within approx 8 acres accessible via a private track leading into a courtyard which comprises of a large 2 storey stone and brick barn with o.p.p for conversion into a 3/4 bed property. Building Control is current, all fees paid. Opposite the barn stands a range of partly completed newly built outbuildings constructed of hand made brick and block to include large stable block incorporating space for 4 full size loose boxes, separate tack/feed room and wash area. There is also a large hay/utility store and an adjoining completed open fronted linhay. All the newly built buildings match the existing barn exactly, i.e. brickwork and roof tiles.

SITUATION
The property is approx 5 miles west of the centre of Exeter located on the outskirts of Tedburn St Mary. Approached over a private lane with only 3 other properties Five Mile Farm is relatively secluded being well screened by trees even though the land is adjacent to the A30. All local amenities are within a quarter of a mile from end of private drive, including regular bus service, post office/general store, village hall and church.

DIRECTIONS
From the A30 dual carriageway westward bound, take a right turn sign posted Pathfinder Village and Fingle Glen Golf Course. At the mini roundabout turn right towards Exeter and pass the Pathfinder Village on your left. As you come out of the 30 zone there is a cross roads, take the right turn towards Holcombe Burnell. Having crossed over the A30 turn immediately left onto a tarmac drive, passing 3 properties on your right, you will see the entrance to the property via a 5 bar gate which takes onto the track. Continue along this track until you drop down into the courtyard.

The property is approached from down a lane and has its own entrance via a 5-bar gate

THE BARN: 11.48m x 7.27m, single storey attached 12.8m x 3.42m. Outline Planning Permission has been granted to convert the large brick and stone barn into a 2 storey family home. Electric and a private water supply are installed as is the foul sewer system. At present the barn has 3 temp stables and secure workshop area at ground level. There is a first floor area used as storage and domestic water tanks are in the roof void. Single storey section includes a utility room with sink, plumbing for washing machine and a separate office with a BT point, BT Broadband. This single storey section might well suit a 'Granny Annexe or separate family flat', subject to planning permission.

Across the courtyard there are
THE OUTBUILDINGS: Planning permission has been granted to create stables, feed/hay barn and an open fronted linhay, all under a pantile roof.

THE STABLE BLOCK. This is a brick and block building which is of single span and measures 36'10" x 35'6" (11.23m x 10.82m). Incorporated within this space are 2 loose boxes, space for the construction of a further 2 boxes. Space for trailer storage or wash area. There is a secure tack and feed area with electric, plumbing and foul sewer system in place. This building is constructed up to top of wall. Outside there is a large concrete yard for turnout. All drainage and electric is in place. There is a large underground water storage tank behind the stables for water harvesting from the, yet to be completed, pitched roof. There is also a treated drinking water supply from the well.

HAY STORE: 34'8" x 25'6" (10.57m x 7.77m) Attached to the stable block built of brick and block and constructed up to top of wall. This also has electric, water (as for stables) and foul sewer connection. All storm water provisions are complete, only connections to down pipes required, for all outbuildings. Walls are cavity with lightweight block interior. Resultant roof space will allow for full headroom for approx 15'0" x 60'0" (4.57m x 18.29m)

OPEN FRONTED LINHAY/IMPLEMENT STORE: 49'0" x 22'2" (14.94m x 6.76m) This has triple bay entrance built of brick and block interior, it has the benefit of a high pitched pantile roof and is supported by steels and timber. There is a door connection from the linhay to the Hay Store.

At the end of the courtyard and opposite the utility and office of the main barn lies

MOBILE HOME: 35'0" x 12'0" (10.67m x 3.66m) 2 Bedrooms, sitting area, kitchen and bathroom. This has the benefit of a three quarter length porch with large windows. Services are connected, woodburner installed. T V aerial erected.

THE LAND;
Running along the LH side of the entrance lane there is a one acre paddock enclosed by natural hedging and post rail fencing. At the end of the paddock is a gate which will lead across a bridge and down into the stable yard. At present access is gained through a metal gate onto the track. There is an underground armoured cable and water pipe laid next to the lane, within the paddock, sufficient for a field shelter supply and electric gate/security system at the main gate entrance.

To the right there is a small turnout paddock of approximately a quarter of an acre with post and rail, natural hedging and a water supply. There is a 5 bar gate which leads into the main area of land which is also accessible from the courtyard. Opposite the entrance to this paddock there is a vehicular track leading down to the stable yard which is also accessible from the courtyard.

Through the courtyard is a brick raised semi circular vegetable garden enclosed by post and rail fencing and outside water tap. There is an area of grass which leads up to the small turnout paddock which has been planted out with young fruit trees.

Behind the post and rail fencing lays the main area of land which comprises of a paddock approx 3.5 acres at present divided by temporary fencing. Water trough supplying both paddocks is in situ with an electric supply not yet connected. There is a further area of rough land of approx 3 acres which is steep in places. At the top corner electric cable and water pipe are laid, not yet connected; an ideal place for a summerhouse as this benefits from far reaching views.
There is a newly sunken well which replaced the original one providing all the agricultural and domestic water for the property. The utility room houses the UV light and filters for the domestic water supply. To date this supply has been inexhaustible. A mains water pipe has been laid to SW water specification from the barn up to the edge of the council road, approx 600 m. Connection would require crossing Barton Head Hill Road. From the courtyard a track leads down to a large level area which at present is used for the storage of building materials.
To the lower side of the Barn Courtyard is a separate hard standing storage area, surrounded by a hedgebank, presently for building materials, capable of parking at least 15 cars. Modern septic tank within this area.


HISTORICAL NOTES:
Five Mile Farm is famous for its former owner who was A J Cole known as Jan Steward of Widecombe Fair fame. In the book Jan Steward a Westcountry biography by Douglas J Cock there are references to Five Mile Farm and the Tay Gardens which were part of what now is the property.

SERVICES:
Mains electricity, private water, private drainage.

PLANNING:
Conditional Planning Permission has been granted by Teignbridge District Council a copy of which is available on request.

TENURE:
The freehold is being offered for the barn conversion and the part built barns and 8 acres of land.

DATE OF FORMAL TENDER:
Friday 16th December 2011 at 12 noon at the Agent's Exeter Office.

WAYLEAVES RIGHTS AND EASEMENTS:
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all or any rights of way both public and private, rights of land and other easements, all wayleaves or poles, pylons, stays, cables, water and other pipes are at present erect or passing through the property and to all agreements and pending agreements thereon whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

AGENT'S NOTES:
Any intending buyer may make bids that must be accompanied by a cheque for the deposit representing 10% of the amount of that bid. No deposit cheque will be presented except the one made in retrospect of the accepted bid.
The bid must be made on a tender form and all bids must be placed in a sealed envelope.
Only the successful buyer's deposit will then be cashed and all other deposits will be returned by post.
Acceptance of the tender by the Vendor in this manner will be constituted to be exchange of contracts for the sale. Intending purchasers are advised to make themselves familiar with the contract terms and any acceptance of any tender by the vendor will be on the basis
that these documents have been inspected and agreed.

MONEY LAUNDERING:
In order to fulfil the Agent's responsibilities under the money laundering regulations the successful purchaser will be asked to provide proof of identity at the time of purchase.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property."