CHURCH FARM Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset

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1 CHURCH FARM Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset

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3 CHURCH FARM Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset A Substantial Period Family Home With Ancillary Barn Conversion, Pasture & Woodland, Situated In A Desirable Village Location Enjoying Good Access To Excellent Schooling & Communication Links Shaftesbury 2 miles, Gillingham 3.5 miles, A303 6 miles, Warminster 15 miles, Salisbury 23 miles, Bath 32 miles, London 109 miles Mainline Train Service Gillingham to London/Waterloo 120 mins International Airports Bournemouth 31 miles, Bristol 44 miles, Southampton 48 miles Substantial principal farmhouse 4 double bedrooms, 4 receptions, 2 bathrooms Separate 4 bedroom, 2 reception, 3 bathroom, barn conversion Former dairy offering workshop/storage with potential (S.T.P) Further outbuildings & garaging for 5 cars with potential (S.T.P) Landscaped gardens and grounds Attractive level pasture Amenity woodland Edge of village location About 15.5 Acres foxgrant.com

4 Situation Church Farm is situated on the western edge of the desirable village of Motcombe, approximately 2 miles north of the Saxon market town of Shaftesbury and enjoys an attractive rural setting with far reaching southerly views over adjoining farmland. The property benefits from excellent communication links with the A303 8 miles to the north providing access to the M3 and M5 motorway network. The Cathedral City of Salisbury lies within easy reach to the east, Warminster and Bath are to the north with Poole and Weymouth to the south (via A350). Church Farm, M Bedroom x '4 x 9'8 Bedroo 5.34 x 17'6 x Education There is an excellent selection of private schools in the surrounding area, including Port Regis which is adjacent to Church Farm itself, St. Mary's at Shaftesbury, Sandroyd, Clayesmore and Bryanston with Sherborne boys and girls schools and Hazlegrove and King's Bruton. Motcombe itself has a highly rated state primary within walking distance. For independents see and for state school information see Local, Sporting & Recreational Facilities Motcombe is a thriving village enjoying an award winning village shop/post office, public house, church and primary school. Church Farm is also within walking distance of the popular Motcombe Park Sports Club at Port Regis which includes a heated indoor swimming pool. The nearby market town of Shaftesbury provides a good range of services including a supermarket, a health centre, library and arts centre and Gillingham offers Waitrose, ASDA and Lidl with more comprehensive shopping, sporting, cultural and education facilities found in Salisbury. Good walking, cycling and outriding opportunities abound from the property into the surrounding countryside. Sailing and water sports are available on the south coast. Horseracing is at Salisbury, Wincanton and Bath. Local hunts include The South & West Wilts, Blackmore & Sparkford Vale and The Portman. Sitting Room 5.30 x '5 x 13'9 Kitchen 5.40 x '9 x 14'4 Family Room 5.42 x '9 x 14'4 Bedroom x '8 x 9'3 B In Church Farm Annexe Bed '1 T Fishing can be enjoyed on the River Nadder nearby on licence via private clubs and organisations. Golf can be enjoyed at Port Regis, Motcombe, Rushmore, Tollard Royal, Bourton and Salisbury & South Wilts. Utility 4.69 x '5 x 7'9 B Church Farm Offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years, Church Farm is a delightful and well maintained period farmhouse believed to originally date from the mid 18 Century, with later additions. Constructed of brick and painted stone elevations under a tiled roof, the farmhouse has been extensively modernised and improved by the current vendors whilst retaining much of its original character and charm. Extending to some 5,193 ft² the property offers spacious accommodation arranged over 3 floors with a number of the principal rooms enjoying stunning rural views x '1 x 5'5 Kitchen/Breakfast Room 8.41 x '7 x 17'1 Dining Room 6.49 x '4 x 14'1 Larde 2.34 x 2 7'8 x 7 Sitt ' The second floor, which is currently utilised for storage, offers much potential for additional bedrooms, subject to satisfying the appropriate regulations. Ground Floor Approached over a private drive, the property is set back in its own courtyard setting and benefits from a delightful walled garden to the front elevation, comprising well stocked beds, herb garden and ornamental pond. The beautiful gardens continue to the rear of the property where formal lawns are interspersed by colourful borders, productive raised vegetable beds and a seating area with well, providing a delightful setting to enjoy the views and local wildlife. Adjoining the northern elevation of the farmhouse is a selfcontained, 4 bedroom barn conversion with disabled access, which has been used for both holiday rentals and ancillary accommodation. Constructed of brick and stone elevations under a slate roof the annexe provides 2,154 ft² arranged over 2 floors with its own terrace, allowing opportunities for al fresco dining. To the west of the annexe lies a versatile former dairy extending to approximately 4,000 ft². This offers a range of potential uses including storage, workshop, office or studio space subject to achieving the necessary consents. Five garages provide further storage for vehicles and machinery. Beyond the formal gardens and courtyard lies approximately 14 acres, comprising approximately 8 acres of level pasture and a former apple orchard, bordered by 6 acres of amenity woodland, generating almost unlimited firewood.

5 Bedroom 1 otcombe, 5.34 x 4.46 Church Shaftesbury, Farm, Motcombe, SP7 9NT Dorset 17'6 x 14'8 Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199 sq ft m '8 Bedroom x '11 x 10'6 Church Farm, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7 9NT Approximate Gross External Area :- 482 sq m / 5193 sq ft Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 390 sq m / 4199 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sq m / 2154 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft = Reduced headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 T Annexe Approximate Gross External Area :- 200 sq m / 2154 sq ft Annexe Approximate Gross Internal Area :- 168 sq m / 1807 sq ft = Reduced headroom below 1.5 m / 5'0 room 3 x x 10'6 Dn W N S E Loft Room 4.32 x '2 x 10'0 Loft Room 4.30 x '1 x 10'0 Farm Annexe Dn Loft Room x '6 x 16'6 Dn Second Floor B T Bedroom x '9 x 11'1 Bedroom x '0 x 10'2 Larder 2.34 x '8 x 7'1 r.17 '1 Sitting Room 4.83 x '10 x 15'5 Office 6.63 x '9 x 10'8 Bedroom x '10 x 14'1 Dn Bedroom x '0 x 15'11 ing Room 3 x x 15'5 Office 6.63 x '9 x 10'8 First Floor PRODUCED FOR FOX GRANT 2018 This illustration is for identification purposes only. Measured & drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale, unless stated. Dimensions shown are to the nearest 7.5 cm / 3" and are through cupboard / wardrobes to wall surfaces where possible or where indicated by arrow heads. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions

6 Annexe FARMHOUSE Farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room with electric Aga, feature bread oven and walk in larder Dining room with exposed oak and pine beams Sitting room with inglenook fireplace Self contained office with its own access from the courtyard Double aspect family room with exposed beams Utility Master bedroom with en-suite 3 further bedrooms Family bathroom 2 loft rooms offering further potential Kitchen/breakfast room with Rayburn Sitting room Ground floor bedroom with wet room and disabled access 3 further bedrooms 2 further bath/shower rooms Private sun terrace Outbuildings Former dairy extending to some 4,000 ft² offering further potential (STP) 5 garages Potting shed & garden store 0m 25m 50m 75m

7 GARDEN & GROUNDS Formal lawns Established well stocked borders Productive, part walled vegetable garden with raised beds Attractive patio Mature specimen trees Extensive parking area Outstanding views over adjoining pasture LAND Surrounding the property and buildings lies approximately 14 acres of pasture, woodland and attractive wildlife pond. The level pasture is divided into 2 enclosures with a former orchard and pond situated centrally within the land. A band of mixed woodland planted in 1997, borders the pasture and offers conservation and amenity interest. Level pasture Woodland Orchard and wildlife pond Agents notes 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Annexe Plans, 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 mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof. Rights Of Way There are no known public rights of way across the property. Local Authority North Dorset District Council Tel: Solicitors Blanchards Bailey Attn: Sarah Heath Council Tax House Band F Annexe Band B EPC House Band C, Annexe Band C Services Mains drainage, mains gas and two separate water meters, one servicing the farm buildings. Three Phase Electricity connected but not utilised. Tenure Freehold with vacant possession upon completion. lift Clause An uplift clause covering any future residential development will be included within the contract. Full details available from the agent. Fixtures & Fittings All fixture, fittings, cars and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale but may be available by negotiation. The MK VI Bentley is available for wedding hire from RR Elite. Annexe Particulars Prepared in June Annexe

8 Nicola Shepherd Adam Field DIRECTIONS POST CODE: SP7 9NT VIEWINGS From A303 exit south onto the A350 and proceed for approximately 4.7 miles towards Shaftesbury. Turn right signposted Motcombe and Viewings are strictly by appointment arranged through sole agents Fox Grant on continue for 3 miles, passing through the village and on reaching the three way junction, after the village shop, take the second exit. After For further information contact Adam Field or Nicola Shepherd. passing St Mary s Church and Motcombe C of E Primary School, the property will be found on your left as indicated by the Fox Grant Sales board. foxgrant.com Country & village FARMS, LAND & SMALLHOLDINGS tourism & leisure EQUESTRIAN SPECIALISTS