Farm for sale in Harrop, Clitheroe BB7

A 3 bedroom detached bungalow in picturesque rural location with substantial stone barn, outbuildings and approx. 32 acres of land (Agricultural Occupancy Restriction applies)

Of interest to developers or the agricultural/equestrian market, this superb opportunity offers a modest family sized home which is now in need of some modernisation.

The last Agricultural Occupancy Restriction on the bungalow requires the owner/occupier to be employed in agriculture. A copy of the planning condition is attached or can be downloaded from our website.

The accommodation briefly comprises: -

Inner hallway with radiator

Living Room: 13’6 (4.11m) x 15’8” (4.78m) with Esse multifuel stove in reconstituted stone fireplace extending to one side of the chimney breast, db radiator and large windows providing pleasing views of the countryside.

Dining Kitchen: 13’5 (4.09m) x 9’11” (3.02m) with range of medium oak kitchen units incorporating sink unit, electric cooker point and plumbed and drained for auto washer. Oil boiler (installed circa 2016).

Bathroom: 6’6” (1.98m) x 7’4” (2.22m) with 3-piece suite including bath, WC and wash hand basin, radiator.

Utility Room/Pantry: 3’10” (1.1m) x 8’6” (2.59m)

Master Bedroom: 8’7” (2.62m) x 14’7” (4.44m) with radiator and countryside views.

Second Bedroom: 8’1” (2.47m) x 10’6” (3.19m) with radiator.

Third Bedroom: 7’3” (2.21m) x 10’1” (3.08m) no radiator.

Outside

Gardens to the front and rear, mainly laid to lawn. Parking is provided with the farmstead.

Outbuildings and land

A substantial stone-built barn with lean-to (50ft x 70ft max 55ft min) lies to the rear, along with a range of stone built, single storey outbuildings and approx. 32 acres of pasture. The building may be suitable for alternative use, subject to the relevant planning consents.

No discussions have taken place with the local planning authority with regard to obtaining planning permission to change the barn/outbuildings into residential. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding this, if required.

The land comprises approx. 32 acres of sound pasture lying in a block adjoining the property. The land benefits from natural water and takes access from the farmstead and directly from Landing Lane.

General Remarks

Services

The property and outbuildings are supplied with water from a private borehole. The supply is not up to current standards with no filtration/treatment system etc, and will require to be upgraded. Mains electricity is provided, and waste water is discharged in to a septic tank in the field. It is envisaged that the private drainage system will also require to be improved/replaced.

Title and Tenure

The property is offered For Sale Freehold and with Vacant Possession upon completion.

Overage Clause

The sale will be subject to an overage clause over the main Barn. Whereby on release of Planning Consent for development within 25 years of purchase, the vendors (and their successor’s) will be entitled to 25% of the net enhancement value due to the Planning approval.

Basic Payment & Environmental Schemes

The land is registered with the rpa. There will be no Basic Payment Scheme (bps) payments included within the sale and there are currently no Environmental Schemes in place.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way

The property is sold with the benefit of and subject to all existing easements and wayleaves both public and private.

Viewings

Viewings are strictly by appointment on the set viewing dates;

Thursday 6th June 10:30am - 11:30am
Monday 17th June 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Saturday 29th June 10am - 11am
Friday 5th July 1pm - 2pm

And thereafter by appointment with the agents only. Suitable footwear is advised.

Method of Sale

For sale by Informal Tender. Tender forms in a marked envelope must be received at the office by 12 Noon on Tuesday 16th July 2024

It should be noted, you will be required to provide proof of funds in due course. Please be aware that the vendors retain the right not to accept the highest or indeed any offer received.

Further information is available on the Brochure which is available to download.