Land for sale in Okehampton, Devon EX20

A well located, commercial ring fenced livestock farm with opportunity. In all about 270 acres

Description
Overview

Hill Barton Farm is a highly attractive, commercial ring fence farm with huge potential. Centred around a spacious and attractive non-listed farmhouse dating from around 1850 which whilst internally is in need of modernisation the layout provides the scope to create a superb living environment and family home in a protected setting. The farmhouse is flanked by attractive traditional farm buildings which lend themselves to a wide variety of uses (STP).

The farm is equipped with modern buildings and is surrounded by a ring fence of 270 acres, offering a high degree of privacy and seclusion. It has been farmed in a traditional manner currently focused around an Aberdeen Angus beef
enterprise as well as the production of forage crops. For fishing enthusiasts the River Okement forms the entire easten boundary of the farm with single bank fishing rights. In summary Hill Barton Farm offers a great opportunity
to purchase a fabulous grassland farm suitable for various farming enterprises, equestrian or conservation uses.

Lot 1
Farmhouse, modern and traditional buildings and agricultural land. 62.83
Lot 2
Pasture and arable land. About 91.44 acres.
Lot 3
Agricultural buildings and river meadows. About 114.76 acres.

Lot 2 – pasture and arable land. Approx 91.44 acres.

The land within lot 2 all lies within a ring fence and extends to approximately 91.44 acres in all. The land comprises
predominantly level and gently sloping pasture and arable land split into large, easily farmed enclosures. The land is all down to grass as needed for the current farming business but has in the past successfully grown cereal crops. The boundaries are made up of a mature Devon hedge banks in the main and is accessed from the public highway on the western boundary. There is a hardcore track running through the middle of the land creating an easy environment for moving stock and machinery around the farm. Aside from agriculture, the land is well suited for conservation or amenity purposes

lot 3 – agricultural building and river meadows. Approx 114.76 acres.

Lot 3 extends to 114.76 acres in total and offers a rare opportunity to purchase an extensive run of mainly river meadows bordering the River Okement on the eastern boundary. The land within lot 3 is made up of mainly pasture with an attractive copse running through, high in wildlife and amenity appeal. There is a further copse/wooded area to the north of the lot where there is also a pond. The land within this lot has been used purely for grazingpurposes and is accessed from the southern boundary. There is an agricultural building (24.6m x 17.8m) used for cattle housing with former handling systems. The building could be adapted tosuit a wide variety of uses (STP).

There are single bank fishing rights on the Okement.

Please note that South West Water retain a right of way to access their treatment works site.

Location
The farm is conveniently located just two miles north of the historic market town of Okehampton. Okehampton itself boasts a range of essential amenities, including three supermarkets, banks, a library, leisure facilities, and secondary schooling. For those seeking a broader array of cultural, leisure, and retail options, the cathedral city of Exeter lies approximately 25 miles away. Additionally, Dartmoor National Park, situated a mere 5 miles to the south, spans approximately 365 square miles and offers superb opportunities for riding, walking, and various sporting activities.

Communications are good with the A3072 linking to the closest train station at Copplestone, whilst Exeter is a mainline railway station providing regular services to London Paddington, London Waterloo or the north. The A30T dual carriageway, about 4 miles distant, provides quick access to the M5 at Exeter and Cornwall southbound. International airports can be found at Exeter, Newquay and Bristol.

Acreage:
270 Acres