Land for sale in Hemyock, Cullompton EX15

A very pretty block of permanent pastureland enjoying a quiet, rural position in the Blackdown Hills. The land is divided into three main enclosures, with a timber field shelter (8.9m x 4.8m) and areas of woodland, bounded by the Madford River. In all about 14.81 acres (5.99 ha). For sale in two lots by Livestream Public Auction on Thursday 3rd October 2024 at 2pm at The Guildhall, West Street, Axminster, Devon EX13 5NX. Please download the legal pack via our website.

Situation

Middle Mackham is set in a secluded position, overlooking the unspoilt Madford Valley in the Blackdown Hills National Landscape. This historic farmstead is located on the fringes of the pretty hamlet of Madford, near the remains of Dunkeswell Abbey which was founded in 1201. Nearby, the thriving village of Hemyock offers good local facilities including a general store, post office, public house, sports centre and primary school. The property is equidistant between Wellington, with a range of good local amenities including a Waitrose, and the bustling market town of Honiton with a main line railway station. Whilst surrounded by beautiful countryside on the Devon/Somerset borders, there are good road connections with access to the M5 and the A303 close by. The Cathedral city of Exeter is easily accessible with its excellent shopping facilities and international airport, whilst Somerset’s County Town of Taunton also provides an extensive range of amenities.

Outside

The farm is accessed via a No Through Road that is council maintained until its boundary. The lane continues past Middle Mackham serving one further farm.

Lot B

The buyers of Lot A will be given first refusal to purchase Lot B, which comprises a very pretty block of permanent pastureland. The land is divided into three main enclosures, the higher two meadows have been used for haymaking/grazing and have a timber field shelter (8.9m x 4.8m). The lower field is a grazing field with areas of woodland, some having been planted more recently under Countryside Stewardship. The land is generally well fenced for sheep. Part of the land us designated as a Local Wildlife Site (lws) with the Devon Wildlife Trust. The western boundary forms the Madford River. Lot B extends to 14.81 acres (5.99 ha).

Rights Of Way

A public footpath runs on the lane a good distance from the farmstead.

Sporting

All rights are owned and included in the sale. Hunting with the East Devon Foxhounds. Racing at Taunton or Exeter. Golf at Honiton or Oake Manor, Taunton. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis or Topsham.

Local Authority

Local Authority Mid Devon District Council Council Tax Band E

Directions

From Honiton proceed north towards Dunkeswell. At Limers Cross keep right towards Smeathharpe, at Jacks House Cross turn left signposted Madford. Continue towards Madford, keeping left at Newcott. Drop down into the Madford Valley and turn left at Madford Cross into the No through Road signposted Mackham. Middle Mackham will be on the left near the end of the lane, our sale boards will be posted.
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