Development opportunity

General Overview
A unique opportunity to purchase a barn that has been partly converted into residential use, extending to approximately 164 sqm (1,765 sqft) or thereabouts.

The barn is situated on a good-sized plot of land extending to approximately 1.97 acres (0.80 hectares) or thereabouts, within the desirable Hamlet of Dagdale, on the outskirts of Bramshall.

Sweet Meadow Farm offers excellent potential for the completion and further enhancement of the property subject to gaining the necessary planning consents, within a peaceful and idyllic location.

Location
Sweet Meadow Farm is located in a rural idyllic location off Dagdale Lane, within the hamlet of Dagdale, on the outskirts of the village of Bramshall. The property is situated just West of the town of Uttoxeter, which offers a range of amenities and transport links. Further benefits include great commuter links to the A518, A515, A50, A51 and M6.

The property is situated approximately 0.9 miles from the village of Bramshall, 2.9 miles from the town of Uttoxeter and 13.8 miles from the market town of Stafford.

Directions
From Uttoxeter, head west onto the B5027 (Stone Road) leading onto Bramshall Road for approximately 1.7 miles. Turn right onto Stocks Lane and after 0.3 miles turn right onto Leigh Lane. Follow this lane for a further 0.3 miles and there is a left turning for Dagdale Lane.

Continue on Dagdale Lane for approximately 0.4 miles where Sweet Meadow Farm is located on the left as indicated by our ‘For Sale’ board. Please note Dagdale Lane leads onto a private driveway, the property is located just before this.

Description
An excellent opportunity to acquire a rural property in a sought-after location.

The property is accessed off Dagdale Lane via a gated entrance leading to an area of hardstanding to the outside of the barn, where there is ample space for parking and turning.

Sweet Meadow Farm comprises a detached three bay barn, located on an attractive parcel of pasture land within the desirable rural village of Dagdale, Staffordshire. The detached steel portal framed building has been partly converted into residential accommodation, offering scope for completion of the works and the potential for further enhancement, subject to gaining the necessary planning permissions.

The site extends in total to approximately 1.97 acres (0.80 hectares) or thereabouts, benefitting from an attractive parcel of pasture land, a small area of woodland, two delightful ponds and Dagdale brook which meanders along the perimeter of the site.

Additional Description
The barn itself requires further works for completion, however has had first phase electrics and plumbing works completed, stud walls erected and is partly insulated. The barn benefits from UPVC windows and doors being fitted throughout, and a staircase leading to the first floor. The barn comprises rooms to be used as a kitchen diner, bathroom and living room to the ground floor and two double bedrooms to the first floor. In addition, the barn has a workshop, large garage, office and store room to one end.

The property offers an excellent opportunity for a new purchaser to complete this property to their own specification, and perhaps further extension and enhancement subject to gaining additional and necessary planning consents.

The accommodation currently comprises:

To the Ground Floor:
Dining Kitchen – 5.82m x 4.29m (19’1” x 14’1”)
Good sized kitchen / dining area yet to be completed with excellent views over the land.

Living Room - 4.29m x 2.73m (14’1” x 8’11”)
Living area yet to be completed with door out.

Bathroom – 2.43m x 1.50m (8.0” x 4’11”)
Downstairs bathroom yet to be completed.

Garage – 10.31m x 4.48m (33’10” x 14’8”)
Large open garage area with full height roof and large double doors.

Workshop – 5.21m x 3.58m (17’1” x 11’1”)
Good-sized workshop area off the garage.

Office Area – 3.60m x 2.70m (11’10” x 8’10”)
Office area with personnel door.

Store – 3.53m x 2.60m (11’7” x 8’6”)
Area suitable for storage.

To the First Floor:
Bedroom One – 4.48m x 4.40m (14’8” x 14’5”)
Good sized bedroom with sloped ceilings and door fitted in readiness for a balcony to be erected to the exterior of the barn.

Bedroom Two – 3.34m x 3.23m (10’11” x 10’7”)
Good sized bedroom with sloped ceilings.

Externally
The barn is accessed off Dagdale Lane via two separate gated entrances to each end of the site. One entrance is located close to the property to form the main driveway, and the second is to the far end of the site which provides separate access to the land.

The barn is well positioned to overlook the land, wooded area and brook. There is also a static caravan, greenhouse, log store and shipping container used for storage located on the land.

The pastureland is relatively level in nature, and is bounded by a mixture of mature hedgerow and post and wire fencing. The land is officially classified as Grade 3 under the MAFF Agricultural Land Classification Scheme which is good to moderate quality agricultural land.

Additional External Information
There is a small area of woodland on the land, consisting of mature trees and shrubs and a hardcore track running through the middle, leading to two good-sized ponds. The electrics in relation to the barn can be found in a box to the far eastern corner of the land nearby the gateway.

Dagdale brook runs along the entire southern and western boundary of the land.

General Information

Services
The site benefits from a three phase mains electricity connection, drainage is by way of a septic tank and there is a recently installed mains water connection and water meter to the property. Interested parties are encouraged to make their own enquiries as to the availability and suitability of such services.

Planning
The property benefits from having permission granted for the conversion of the existing barn to a dwelling (P/2018/00249).

Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
There is wayleave agreement in place on the property in relation to the overhead power lines and electricity pole. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, wayleaves and easements in existence at the time of the sale.

Tenure & Possession
The freehold of the property is being offered with vacant possession upon completion.

Sporting, Timber & Mineral Rights
It is understood that the sporting, timber and mineral rights are included within the freehold sale.

Local Authority
East Staffordshire Borough Council, The Town Hall, Kind Edward Place, Burton on Trent, DE14 2EB.

Tel: 01283 508000

Viewing
Strictly by appointment only through the Uttoxeter office of Bagshaws on 01889 562811.

Solicitors
Bowcock & Pursaill Solicitors, 9-11 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 8HB FOA: Danielle Newbon

Tel: 01889 598888

Method of Sale
The property is for sale by Public Auction.

Money Laundering Regulations
Due to recent changes in legislation, all buyers must provide relevant documentation in order to provide proof of their identity and place of residence. The documentation collected is for this purpose only and will not be disclosed to any other party. This documentation must be provided at the time the offer is submitted.

Deposit and Completion
The successful bidder will be required to sign a Contract for the sale of the property immediately as the auction finishes and will also be asked to pay a deposit equivalent to 10% of the sale price either by cheque or banker’s draft. The sale of each lot is subject to a buyer’s fee of £400 + VAT (£480 inc. VAT) payable on the fall of the hammer. Unless stated otherwise at the sale, completion of purchase will be anticipated 28 days after the auction date.

Conditions of Sale
The Conditions of Sale will be deposited at the offices of the both the Auctioneer and the Vendor’s Solicitors 7 days prior to the sale and will not be read at the sale. The Vendor’s Solicitors will be in the saleroom 15 minutes prior to the Auction to deal with any matter arising from either the Conditions of Sale or from the Sales Particulars relating to the property in general. At the time appointed the sale will commence and thereafter no further query will be dealt with and the Purchaser will be deemed to have knowledge of the Conditions of Sale and to have satisfied himself upon all matters contained or referred to therein. Copies of the Conditions of Sale will not be forwarded to interested parties unless by prior arrangement for which there will be a charge.

Agents Notes
Bagshaws LLP have made every reasonable effort to ensure these details offer an accurate and fair description of the property but give notice that all measurements, distances and areas referred to are approximate and based on information available at the time of printing. These details are for guidance only and do not constitute part of the contract for sale. Bagshaws LLP and their employees are not authorised to give any warranties or representations in relation to the sale.