BIGGERSIDE Dent, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5TD A simply stunning small Farm in the heart of Dentdale Superbly restored Grade II Star Listed Seventeenth Century Farmhouse. Impressive, large traditional stone barn, range of farm buildings, outbarn, meadow, pasture, pond and woodland about 30 acres. 795,000 michael-cl-hodgson.co.uk
Biggerside is a superb example of a traditional Yorkshire Dales Farm which has been thoughtfully and sympathetically renovated in recent years by the seller, whilst retaining the unique charm and undoubted appeal of the original period. Complementing the farmstead, is the traditional management of the farmland, subject to a Higher Level Stewardship Scheme. The creation of a wildlife pond, planting of trees under Woodland Management and restoration of the building whilst encouraging wildlife, embraces the passion and policy of the seller. An attraction, apart from the attributes of the magical setting with superb southerly views across the valley towards Dent village with Combe Scar on the horizon, is that the farm provides a wonderful opportunity for a change of lifestyle particularly those with either equestrian interests or hobby farmers. LOCATION From the centre of Sedbergh follow the signs to Dent. After Millthrop, the road drops into the valley and follows the river Dee. After approximately three miles, just before the bridge over the river Dee, turn left and take the minor lane which follows the river. The entrance to Biggerside is the first turning on the left. The farm nestles at the foot of the impressive backdrop of Rise Hill. The precise location and extent are shown edged red on the Sale Plan herewith. Idyllic, tranquil setting on the valley slopes with the backdrop of the Dales. Dent village with many local amenities about one mile. Market town of Sedbergh about five miles. Junction 37, M6, about 20 minutes drive. Many original features within the farmhouse including, original kitchen range, panelling, oak staircase. Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility. Three Bedrooms, Study, Bathroom, shower Room. Impressive range of mainly traditional with some modern farm buildings. Outbarn, tarn, stream, woodland about 14 acres of meadow, 16 acres pasture. The whole farm is presented to an exceptionally high standard. Viewing is strongly recommended.
The entrance drives approaches the farmstead and opens towards the detached large barn, with the cobbled farmyard beyond. The drive continues between the farm buildings and the farmhouse with a wicket gate into the colourful lawned gardens. ENTRANCE PORCH: 1.69m x 1.42m (5'7" x 4'8" ) Open fronted stone porch with 1690 date-stone. Stone benches to both sides. ENTRANCE HALL: 5.21m x 1.28m (17'1" x 4'2" ) Stone flagged floor. Built in cupboard. Wooden partition wall to Dining Room. Coat hooks. SITTING ROOM: 4.66m x 3.82m (15'3" x 12'6" ) Sash window to front. Stone flagged floor. Under-floor heating. Wood burning stove set into recess. Beamed ceiling. REAR HALL: 3.17m x 0.93m (10'5" x 3'1" ) Stone flagged floor. W.C: 2.01m x 0.92m (6'7" x 3'0" ) High level flush wc. Plumbing equipment for ground source heat pump and central heating system. REAR PORCH: 1.47m x 1.01m (4'10" x 3'4" ) Stone shelf. Window to side. Stone flagged floor. STAIRWELL: 2.65m x 2.42m (8 7 x 7 9 ) Old oak staircase with windows to side and rear. Under-stairs store. DINING ROOM: 5.31m x 5.12m (17'5" x 16'10" ) Two sash windows to front. Stone flagged floor. Under-floor heating. Large rectangular stone fireplace with a carved lintel surrounding a Yorkshire cast iron range. Beamed ceiling. Old wash boiler. Built-in cupboard. Pot sink. Built-in corner cupboard and display shelves. Fitted bookshelves. KITCHEN: 5.81m x 2.59m (19'1" x 8'6" ) Windows to side and rear. Stone flagged floor. Under-floor heating. Old stone work-surfaces. Panelled wall. A range of oak base cupboards and drawers and laminate work-tops. Stainless steel sink and drainer. Plumbing for washing machine. Shelves. Part tiled.
BEDROOM NO.1: 5.10m x 4.74m (16'9" x 15'7" ) Window to front. Oak flooring. Beamed ceiling. Cast iron fireplace with a stone hearth. Two central heating radiators. Access to loft storage. BEDROOM NO.3: 4.29m x 2.74m (14'1" x 9'0" ) Window to front. Exposed oak floor boards. Exposed beams to ceiling. Storage/display recess over corridor. Central heating radiator. BEDROOM NO.2: 5.23m x 3.59m (17'2" x 11'9" ) Two windows to front. Exposed oak floor boards. Exposed beams to ceiling Cast iron fireplace in a stone surround with a stone hearth. Two central heating radiators. STUDY: 2.63m x 2.38m (8'8" x 7'10" ) Window to side. Exposed pine floor-boards. Central heating radiator. BATHROOM: 2.67m x 1.89 (8'9" x 6'2" ) Bathroom suite in white, comprising; roll-top claw foot bath, pedestal wash hand basin and w.c. Central heating radiator. Part tiled. Access to loft storage. SHOWER ROOM: 2.68m x 1.69m (8'10" x 5'7" ) Window to rear. Suite in white, comprising; tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and w.c. Central heating radiator.
OUTSIDE GARDENS FRONT GARDEN: A very attractive gated enclosed garden, consisting of: lawn with flowerbeds containing a wide variety of herbaceous plants, vegetable garden, soft fruit bushes, tree nursery and fruit trees, pond and seating area. SIDE GARDEN: Greenhouse. Lawn. FARM BUILDINGS MAIN BARN: Stone built, slate roof. EIGHT BAY BARN: 21.81m x 5.02m (71'7" x 16'6" ) Recently re-roofed. STABLES: 10.72m x 5.23m (35'2" x 17'2" ) Four stables with wooden partitions. Three windows. OLD STABLES: 5.21m x 3.89m (17'1" x 12'9" ) Three stalls. Cobbled floor. One window. BYRE: 4.91m x 3.81m (16'1" x 12'6" ) Three stalls. Concrete floor WORKSHOP: 5.54m x 5.00m (18'2" x 16'5" ) One window UPPER STORE: 5.59m x 5.13m (18'4" x 16'10" ) Accessed by external stone steps. Two windows. WC: 1.72m x 1.23m (5 7 x 4 1 ) Wc. TACK ROOM: 5.20m x 2.06m (17 2 x 6 8 ) LOOSE BOX: 5.13m x 2.98m (16 9 x 9 8 ) STORE: 5.08m x 4.26m (16 7 x 14 1 ) Formerly the slaughter house. Constructed of stone walls with a profiled sheet steel roof. Double barn doors. Windows to side and front. Concrete floor. IMPLEMENT STORE: 9.12m x 3.24m (30 1 x 10 7 ) Open fronted. Steel frame. Profiled sheet steel roof. Yorkshire boarding to three sides.
FIELD BARN Recently rebuilt three bay barn, constructed of stone walls under a stone slate roof. BARN: 8.24m x 5.38m (27 2 x 17 7 ) Double barn doors to front and pedestrian door to rear. Stone flagged and timber floor. High level loading door to side. UNDER-HOUSED BYRE: 5.28m x 3.05m (17 4 x 11 5 ) Three stalls. Window to rear. Concrete and cobble floor. The woodland is currently under recent Management Scheme. The perimeter boundary walls and fences are maintained to a sound stockproof condition and the land is generally in good heart. The whole is shown edged red on the Sale Plan and extends to 30.02 acres or thereabouts [12.15 hectares]. FARMLAND The farmland, within a ring fence, contains a complementary blend of meadow, pasture and woodland. The meadow extends to approximately 14 acres and essentially is to the south and side of the farmstead with the remaining land, extending to approximately 16 acres sloping gently up towards the far northerly boundary, contained in five separate enclosures. There is a pleasant gill which crosses the pasture land, to the south of which is the wonderful wildlife pond created by the present owner. The land is farmed in the traditional way with abundance of wildflowers in the meadows.
N TENURE/POSSESSION: Freehold. Vacant possession on completion. SERVICES: Mains electricity. Private water supply. Private septic tank drainage system. The domestic hot water and central heating is provided by a ground source heat pump. AGRICULTURAL ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP SCHEMES: Biggerside is subject to a Higher Level Stewardship Scheme. The income from the scheme is approximately 1,110 per annum. The land is also subject to Upland Entry Level Stewardship Scheme which produces an additional 740 per annum. SINGLE PAYMENT SCHEME: The entitlements to the single Payment Scheme are owned by the seller and will be available to purchase in addition to the sale price. The payment in 2011 was 2,230 after modulation. The buyer will be responsible for paying the seller s Agents fees for the transfer of the entitlements, 150 plus VAT. PLANNING AUTHORITY: Yorkshire Dales National Park: 01969 650456. LOCAL AUTHORITY: South Lakeland District Council: 01539 733333 COUNCIL TAX: Band E VIEWING: Strictly by appointment. Please contact our Kendal Office to make arrangements.
36 Finkle Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4AB Tel: 01539 721375 Fax: 01539 732600 Email: kendal@mclhodgson.co.uk Also at Grange-over-Sands. Tel: 015395 33302 PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991: The Agents has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings, or services, so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from his or her Professional Buyer. References to the Tenure of the property are based on information supplied by the Vendor. The agents have not had sight of the title documents. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. You are advised to check the availability of any property before travelling any distance to view.