Caldecott FarmCaldecott, Farndon, Chester, Cheshire

Caldecott FarmCaldecott, Farndon, Chester, Cheshire CH3 6PE

Chester01244 409660

fishergerman.co.uk

Market Drayton01630 692500barbers-rural.co.uk

• Farndon - 2.5 miles• Chester - 10 miles• Wrexham - 8 miles• Crewe Mainline Station - 21 miles• Manchester - 53 miles

Approximate distances

A former dairy farm extending to approximately 186.50 acres for sale as a whole or in five lotsLOT ONECaldecott Farmhouse, farm buildings and adjoining land

5 bedroom farmhouse divided into two • Range of traditional buildings with development potential • Substantial modern cattle buildings for around 190 head including 30:30 parlour • High quality and versatile land extending to approx 88.75 acres in total

LOT TWOLand off Bishop Bennett Way extending to approx 22.54 acres

LOT THREEApprox 30.80 acres

LOT FOUR Approx 23.70 acres

LOT FIVEApprox 20.76 acres

Situation Caldecott Farm is situated in the prime dairying area of South Cheshire within the fertile Dee Valley and close to the national boundary with Wales. The local villages of Farndon and Holt, which lie either side of the River Dee and are each equally accessible, offer an excellent range of local shops and services including a primary school in Farndon rated as “Good” by Ofsted. Wrexham, the main commercial centre of North East Wales, is only 8 miles to the west while Chester is 10 miles to the north. The A534 Wrexham to Nantwich road bypasses Farndon Village and provides good road connections to east and west whilst most of the major centres of the North West and North Wales are readily accessible from this location.

Recreational opportunities in the area are plentiful with two golf courses and a range of other activities at Carden Park. There are numerous popular pubs and restaurants in the area and wonderful walking with far reaching views along the Sandstone Trail over the nearby Bickerton and Peckforton Hills.

The propertyCaldecott Farm is a dairy farm where production ceased in 2011 but a dairy enterprise could be re-established relatively easily. The principal part of the farm comprises the house, farm buildings and approximately 88 acres. In addition, there are four separate blocks of high quality and versatile land totalling approximately 97.80 acres.

The traditional buildings form an attractive courtyard between the farmhouse and Worthenbury Road and have potential for alternative uses while the modern steel-framed buildings provide housing for a significant livestock enterprise.

Overall, the farm extends to approximately 186.50 acres and is offered for sale as a whole or in five lots.

Lot One (coloured red on Plan 1)The farmhouse at Caldecott Farm is a substantial property currently divided into two parts. The principal part retains much character with, in particular, beamed ceilings and provides accommodation comprising a large sitting room, dining room, kitchen and rear lobby on the ground floor with three good-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor. The “extension” effectively forms a self-contained annexe consisting of a large sitting/dining room and fitted kitchen with two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. The floor plans included within these particulars show how the two parts of the house relate to each other and how the accommodation could be consolidated into one excellent family home.

The farm buildings are split either side of the house. The traditional buildings form an attractive courtyard between the house and Worthenbury Road and currently house a 30:30 parlour and adjoining dairy with 1,200L bulk tank. The total floor area of the traditional buildings is approximately 5,500 sq ft. The modern steel-framed buildings are mainly situated to the east of the house and can be accessed either off Worthenbury Road or from a dedicated farm entrance off the lane past the farmhouse. There are two cubicle buildings for approximately 90 and 97 head respectively each having central feed passages. There is a further cattle yard with feed fences to either side, an open-ended concrete walled silage clamp with an approximate capacity of 2000 tons, a further steel-framed general purpose building partly used as a workshop and a circular slurry store with an approximate capacity of 155,000 gallons together with a reception pit.

The land is in one block across the lane from the house and buildings. It is currently all down to grass, level and will grow heavy crops of grass but is also capable of growing a wide range of root and combinable crops.

Lot Two (coloured blue on Plan 1)This parcel extends to 22.54 acres and is situated a short distance from the farmstead with access off Bishop Bennett Way. The land is in one enclosure with the majority being in grass and including an attractive small amenity wood.

Lot Three (coloured red on Plan 2)This parcel extends to 30.80 acres and is accessed off Worthenbury Road via a private hard track. The parcel is divided into two level enclosures and is currently down to grass but again capable of growing a wide variety of crops.

Lot Four (coloured blue on Plan 2) This parcel extends to 23.70 acres and again is accessed off Worthenbury Road via a private hard track. This lot is divided into two parcels and is in maize cultivation.

Lot Five (coloured green on Plan 2)This lot extends to 20.76 acres and has frontage to Worthenbury Road. It is in one enclosure and currently is in maize cultivation.

Method of sale The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in five separate lots. The whole property is offered for sale freehold. Vacant possession of the house and buildings will be available upon completion. The vendors reserve the right of holdover in respect of the land to enable harvesting of crops.

NB: The seller reserves the right to hold a farm dispersal sale on site (Lot One) prior to the completion of a sale.

ServicesThe house and buildings are connected to mains electricity and the house is on septic tank drainage. Water supply is by means of a private borehole.

None of the services, fittings or appliances, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

Wayleaves, easements and rights of wayThe property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way whether or not specified within these sales particulars.

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Ground Floor First Floor

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

4.32 x 3.6714'2" x 12'0"(Maximum)

Reception4.97 x 4.54

16'4" x 14'11"(Maximum)

Dining Room/Living Room5.37 x 5.00

17'7" x 16'5"

Hall5.30 x 2.2517'5" x 7'5"

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

5.30 x 2.9617'5" x 9'9"

Living Room5.33 x 3.67

17'6" x 12'0"

Hall5.15 x 2.37

16'11" x 7'9"(Maximum)

Bedroom 15.34 x 3.66

17'6" x 12'0"

Bedroom 25.30 x 2.9417'5" x 9'8"

Bedroom 24.71 x 4.67

15'5" x 15'4"

Bedroom 15.24 x 4.90

17'2" x 16'1"Bedroom 34.28 x 3.79

14'1" x 12'5"(Maximum)

Annexe Ground Floor Annexe First Floor

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Approximate Gross Internal AreaMain House = 1926 Sq Ft/179 Sq M

Annexe = 1123 Sq Ft/104 Sq MTotal = 3049 Sq Ft/283 Sq M

FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALEThe position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only.

© ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8226973/NGS

Hall

tenure The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

public rights of way, wayleavesand easementsA public footpath runs close to the south boundary of theproperty. The property is sold subject to all rights of way,wayleaves and easements whether or not they are definedin this brochure.

fixtures and fittingsAll fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, lightfittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded fromthe sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

local authorityNorth West Leicestershire District Council. Telephone: 01530 454545.

directionsFrom Junction 23 of the M1 follow the A512, west towardsAshby-de-la-Zouch. After approximately 1.2 miles take thesecond exit at the roundabout continuing on the A512.After approximately 3.6 miles turn right onto GracedieuLane and take the first left towards Osgathorpe. The driveentrance to Osgathorpe Hall will be seen on the right handside.

viewingsBy strict appointment through Fisher German LLP tel. no. 01530 412821, ashby@fishergerman.co.uk

Please note: Fisher German LLP and any Joint Agents give notice that: Theparticulars are produced in good faith are set out as a general guide only

and do not constitute or form any part of an offer or any contract. Noperson within Fisher German has any authority to make or give

representation or warranty on any property.

Caldecott FarmCaldecott, Farndon, Chester, Cheshire CH3 6PE

Main Property

Annexe

Development clause An Overage Clause will be included within the contract in respect of the farmstead area (plan available upon request). The Clause will provide for an additional payment to be made equivalent to 25% of any increase in the value resulting from planning permission for development other than agricultural, equestrian or horticulture use being granted within 20 years.

Basic Payment SchemeThere are 74.13 hectares of entitlements. The entitlements registered in respect of each lot will be transferred to the purchaser.

Fixtures and fittingsThe parlour, feeders, bulk tank and all dairy equipment are excluded from the sale as are all fixtures, fittings and furniture at the farmhouse, such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Local authority Cheshire West and Chester Council. T: 0300 123 8 123. W: www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

Health and safety Given the potential hazards of a working farm we ask you to be as vigilant as possible on making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around the farm buildings.

Directions From Chester take the B5130 south passing through the villages of Huntington and Churton. Shorty after leaving Churton fork left into Sibbersfield Lane and at the crossroads with the A534 continue straight over onto Worthenbury Road (B5069) and the property will be seen on the left-hand side after approximately 1.5 miles.

Viewings Strictly by appointment through the joint selling agents, Fisher German T: 01244 409660, or Barbers Rural T: 01630 692500.

Joint AgentsBarbers Rural Consultancy LLP, The Agricultural Centre, Adderley Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire TF9 3SW. T: 01630 692500 (Ref: M M V Taylor MRICS FAAV)

Fisher German, 4 Vicars Lane, Chester CH1 1QU. T: 01244 409660 (Ref: E R Clark MRICS FAAV)

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