Land For Sale £2,750,000
A very well-presented private residential grassland farm extending to approximately 83.27 acres with period farmhouse, secondary accommodation, extensive equestrian facilities and buildings.<br/></br>
<b>Situation</b>
Upper Blackgrove Farm sits in a very rural position to the east of Quainton village and to the north-west of Aylesbury in central Buckinghamshire.
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Quainton is a vibrant residential village providing local facilities, including a Parish Church, Junior School, Post Office, Village Shop, Farm Butcher, Public Houses and motor repair services.
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Aylesbury (5 miles) is the county town of Buckinghamshire and provides an extensive range of shopping, leisure and community facilities including several shopping centres, independent retailers, restaurants, cinema and theatres along with traditional markets.
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Access to the A41 is just 2.2 miles from the property providing excellent transport links east to Aylesbury and west to Bicester (14 miles). Bicester Shopping Village is just 14.5 miles from the property.
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The M40 motorway (junction 9) lies about 16.5 miles to the west and the M1 motorway (junction 11A) lies about 20 miles to the east. Both motorway networks provide excellent access to the M25, Heathrow airport, London Luton airport, London and the M4.
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Train services to London (Marylebone) run from Aylesbury train station (from 55 minutes).
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There is an excellent range of schooling for all ages within the area in Waddesdon, Swanbourne, Stowe and Aylesbury.
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The area offers a range of sporting and leisure options for walking and cycling, with sailing available at Aylesbury Sailing Club and golf courses including Aylesbury Vale within a reasonable driving distance.
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For the equestrian enthusiast there are a range of competition centres and cross-country courses in the locality. Quainton Stud Competition and Training centre hosts combined events, show jumping, dressage, and eventing competitions and lies just 1 mile from Upper Blackgrove Farm.
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<b>Description</b>
Upper Blackgrove Farm provides a rare opportunity to purchase a farm of about 83.27 acres which will appeal to a broad range of purchasers, from agricultural buyers, investors, lifestyle purchasers and equestrian enthusiasts to those looking for a property with great potential within a rural setting and with easy access to major communication links and urban centres
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The farmhouse benefits from excellent views and extensive accommodation, and there are a range of modern farm buildings which may be offer significant potential for alternative uses (subject to the necessary consents).
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The farm benefits from well-maintained equestrian facilities including; an outdoor manège with rubber chip surface (46.48m x 25.41m), indoor riding school with sand and rubber base, dedicated turn out paddocks and stable block with 6 no. Stables with concrete floor and services connected. The farm offers substantial opportunity to expand the equestrian facilities (subject to necessary consents) in our opinion.
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The farm has been managed exceptionally well with a conservation led approach resulting in an abundance of wildlife and excellent biodiversity across the farmland.
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<b>Farmhouse</b>
The farmhouse is approached via the private sweeping driveway off Berryfields Road and benefits from far reaching views to the north and west across open countryside. The house is believed to date back to the 1700s with many period features remaining. The house is of brick construction (part rendered) under a tile roof and provides flexible and extensive residential accommodation over two floors extending to 3,066 sq ft. The house is part double and part single glazed.
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The ground floor briefly comprises the entrance hall leading to two large receptions rooms, both with fine views over the surrounding gardens. One reception room retains exposed beams forming the oldest part of the house with an impressive brick fireplace housing the wood burner and French doors leading on to the external entertaining space.
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From the hallway, the farmhouse kitchen with fitted wall and floor units can be accessed along with the traditional pantry and separate WC. A large utility room with fitted units, a separate boot room with oil fired boiler and the rear entrance lobby are all accessed from the kitchen.
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The ground floor further comprises a home office/ study and a further reception room which could lend itself to an additional ground floor bedroom.
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The first floor comprises a large landing area leading to five well-presented double bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes and the master bedroom which benefits from extensive views across the farmland.
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The recently renovated family bathroom comprises bath with shower over, WC and basin. The airing cupboard with hot water tank complete the first floor.
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The loft space is boarded out in part, comprising three rooms and may offer potential to further extend the accommodation in the farmhouse.
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The farmhouse is presented to an excellent standard with significant renovation and upgrading during our client’s ownership.
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The house is flanked to the north, west and south by impressive gardens, laid mainly to lawn but with well-maintained flower beds and some more mature trees and borders along with outside entertaining space.
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EPC Rating: E.
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<b>Former Granary</b>
The former Granary extends to 646.48 sq ft over two floors and benefits from consent for residential use. Part- converted, the granary allows an incoming purchaser the opportunity to finalise the internal finish and decoration (subject to any planning permission amendments).
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The former Granary provides excellent secondary accommodation to the farmhouse and may be suitable for rental accommodation, providing a useful income stream.
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<b>Land Type and Cropping History</b>
The farmland extends to about 79 acres comprising a number of well-maintained and fenced paddocks serving the equestrian facilities with scope to expand for a larger equestrian operation. The majority of the land is down to permanent pasture, with a number of small ponds, and is classified as being Grade 4 according to the Natural England Land Classification maps. According to Soilscape (England) the soils may be described as slowly permeable seasonally wet slightly acid but base-rich loamy and clayey. Within the land acreage there are about 1.28 acres of woodland forming the southwest boundary off Berryfields Road.
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The land is generally flat and has been used for livestock grazing and mowing. The land is presented in good heart and has been exceptionally well managed with low inputs and low stocking densities. The majority of the land benefits from livestock proof fencing and water supplies to most field parcels. A second access serves the farmland off Berryfields Road.
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<b>Tenure and Possession</b>
The freehold of the property is for sale with vacant possession on completion (subject to any holdover requirements).
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<b>Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements</b>
A public footpath (The Aylesbury Ring) crosses the farm. The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
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Cross-rights and reservations will need to be reserved where required, for the benefit of adjoining property, for example for services and maintenance.
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<b>Mineral, Sporting and Timber Rights</b>
Where owned, these rights will be included in the sale.
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<b>Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental Schemes</b>
The property is registered with the Rural Payments Agency for the basic payment scheme. Payments for the current scheme year will be retained by the vendor. The purchaser(s) will be required to indemnify the vendor against any loss due to a breach of cross compliance. Entitlements may be available by separate negotiation. There are not believed to be any environmental schemes in place.
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<b>Overage</b>
The property is offered for sale with an overage provision over the farm buildings and farmyard area with an uplift percentage of 25% of any increase in value for a period of 25 years. Such overage to be triggered by any development (as defined within section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) and payable upon implementation or a future sale with the benefit of a consent/s. The overage will exclude any development for agricultural and equestrian purposes/use. The farmland will be sold subject to an overage provision with an uplift percentage of 25% of any increase in value for a period of 25 years for any renewable energy development. Such overage to be triggered by any development (as defined within section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) and payable upon implementation or a future sale with the benefit of a consent/s.
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<b>Ingoing Crop Valuation/Holdover</b>
Holdover on part of the property may be required subject to sale timing.
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<b>Services</b>
Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. Drainage is to a private system. Heating to the farmhouse is via an oil fired system.
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We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 81.7mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
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None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
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<b>Plans and Boundaries</b>
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
<b>Situation</b>
Upper Blackgrove Farm sits in a very rural position to the east of Quainton village and to the north-west of Aylesbury in central Buckinghamshire.
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Quainton is a vibrant residential village providing local facilities, including a Parish Church, Junior School, Post Office, Village Shop, Farm Butcher, Public Houses and motor repair services.
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Aylesbury (5 miles) is the county town of Buckinghamshire and provides an extensive range of shopping, leisure and community facilities including several shopping centres, independent retailers, restaurants, cinema and theatres along with traditional markets.
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Access to the A41 is just 2.2 miles from the property providing excellent transport links east to Aylesbury and west to Bicester (14 miles). Bicester Shopping Village is just 14.5 miles from the property.
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The M40 motorway (junction 9) lies about 16.5 miles to the west and the M1 motorway (junction 11A) lies about 20 miles to the east. Both motorway networks provide excellent access to the M25, Heathrow airport, London Luton airport, London and the M4.
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Train services to London (Marylebone) run from Aylesbury train station (from 55 minutes).
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There is an excellent range of schooling for all ages within the area in Waddesdon, Swanbourne, Stowe and Aylesbury.
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The area offers a range of sporting and leisure options for walking and cycling, with sailing available at Aylesbury Sailing Club and golf courses including Aylesbury Vale within a reasonable driving distance.
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For the equestrian enthusiast there are a range of competition centres and cross-country courses in the locality. Quainton Stud Competition and Training centre hosts combined events, show jumping, dressage, and eventing competitions and lies just 1 mile from Upper Blackgrove Farm.
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<b>Description</b>
Upper Blackgrove Farm provides a rare opportunity to purchase a farm of about 83.27 acres which will appeal to a broad range of purchasers, from agricultural buyers, investors, lifestyle purchasers and equestrian enthusiasts to those looking for a property with great potential within a rural setting and with easy access to major communication links and urban centres
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The farmhouse benefits from excellent views and extensive accommodation, and there are a range of modern farm buildings which may be offer significant potential for alternative uses (subject to the necessary consents).
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The farm benefits from well-maintained equestrian facilities including; an outdoor manège with rubber chip surface (46.48m x 25.41m), indoor riding school with sand and rubber base, dedicated turn out paddocks and stable block with 6 no. Stables with concrete floor and services connected. The farm offers substantial opportunity to expand the equestrian facilities (subject to necessary consents) in our opinion.
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The farm has been managed exceptionally well with a conservation led approach resulting in an abundance of wildlife and excellent biodiversity across the farmland.
</br>
<b>Farmhouse</b>
The farmhouse is approached via the private sweeping driveway off Berryfields Road and benefits from far reaching views to the north and west across open countryside. The house is believed to date back to the 1700s with many period features remaining. The house is of brick construction (part rendered) under a tile roof and provides flexible and extensive residential accommodation over two floors extending to 3,066 sq ft. The house is part double and part single glazed.
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The ground floor briefly comprises the entrance hall leading to two large receptions rooms, both with fine views over the surrounding gardens. One reception room retains exposed beams forming the oldest part of the house with an impressive brick fireplace housing the wood burner and French doors leading on to the external entertaining space.
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From the hallway, the farmhouse kitchen with fitted wall and floor units can be accessed along with the traditional pantry and separate WC. A large utility room with fitted units, a separate boot room with oil fired boiler and the rear entrance lobby are all accessed from the kitchen.
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The ground floor further comprises a home office/ study and a further reception room which could lend itself to an additional ground floor bedroom.
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The first floor comprises a large landing area leading to five well-presented double bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes and the master bedroom which benefits from extensive views across the farmland.
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The recently renovated family bathroom comprises bath with shower over, WC and basin. The airing cupboard with hot water tank complete the first floor.
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The loft space is boarded out in part, comprising three rooms and may offer potential to further extend the accommodation in the farmhouse.
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The farmhouse is presented to an excellent standard with significant renovation and upgrading during our client’s ownership.
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The house is flanked to the north, west and south by impressive gardens, laid mainly to lawn but with well-maintained flower beds and some more mature trees and borders along with outside entertaining space.
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EPC Rating: E.
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<b>Former Granary</b>
The former Granary extends to 646.48 sq ft over two floors and benefits from consent for residential use. Part- converted, the granary allows an incoming purchaser the opportunity to finalise the internal finish and decoration (subject to any planning permission amendments).
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The former Granary provides excellent secondary accommodation to the farmhouse and may be suitable for rental accommodation, providing a useful income stream.
</br>
<b>Land Type and Cropping History</b>
The farmland extends to about 79 acres comprising a number of well-maintained and fenced paddocks serving the equestrian facilities with scope to expand for a larger equestrian operation. The majority of the land is down to permanent pasture, with a number of small ponds, and is classified as being Grade 4 according to the Natural England Land Classification maps. According to Soilscape (England) the soils may be described as slowly permeable seasonally wet slightly acid but base-rich loamy and clayey. Within the land acreage there are about 1.28 acres of woodland forming the southwest boundary off Berryfields Road.
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The land is generally flat and has been used for livestock grazing and mowing. The land is presented in good heart and has been exceptionally well managed with low inputs and low stocking densities. The majority of the land benefits from livestock proof fencing and water supplies to most field parcels. A second access serves the farmland off Berryfields Road.
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<b>Tenure and Possession</b>
The freehold of the property is for sale with vacant possession on completion (subject to any holdover requirements).
</br>
<b>Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements</b>
A public footpath (The Aylesbury Ring) crosses the farm. The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
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Cross-rights and reservations will need to be reserved where required, for the benefit of adjoining property, for example for services and maintenance.
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<b>Mineral, Sporting and Timber Rights</b>
Where owned, these rights will be included in the sale.
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<b>Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental Schemes</b>
The property is registered with the Rural Payments Agency for the basic payment scheme. Payments for the current scheme year will be retained by the vendor. The purchaser(s) will be required to indemnify the vendor against any loss due to a breach of cross compliance. Entitlements may be available by separate negotiation. There are not believed to be any environmental schemes in place.
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<b>Overage</b>
The property is offered for sale with an overage provision over the farm buildings and farmyard area with an uplift percentage of 25% of any increase in value for a period of 25 years. Such overage to be triggered by any development (as defined within section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) and payable upon implementation or a future sale with the benefit of a consent/s. The overage will exclude any development for agricultural and equestrian purposes/use. The farmland will be sold subject to an overage provision with an uplift percentage of 25% of any increase in value for a period of 25 years for any renewable energy development. Such overage to be triggered by any development (as defined within section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) and payable upon implementation or a future sale with the benefit of a consent/s.
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<b>Ingoing Crop Valuation/Holdover</b>
Holdover on part of the property may be required subject to sale timing.
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<b>Services</b>
Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. Drainage is to a private system. Heating to the farmhouse is via an oil fired system.
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We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 81.7mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
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None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
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<b>Plans and Boundaries</b>
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
