Homeway Farm, Meare

Homeway FarmWesthay Road, Meare, Glastonbury, BA6 9TLVersatile small holding nestled in the Somerset countryside.• Four bedroom modernised farmhouse with enclosed garden• Range of well equipped agricultural and equestrian buildings• Converted traditional stone barn with scope for development• Two timber clad chalet style static homes• All weather equestrian school• 15.75 acres of level grassland land with mature trees and hedgerows• Available as a whole• About 17.25 acres in total• EPC Rating - E

Meare 1 mile, Glastonbury 4.5 miles, M5 (Junction 23) 11 miles, Taunton 22 miles, Bristol 26 miles

IntroductionLocated in the beautiful Somerset countryside, Homeway Farm is a unique private farm, accessed via the B3151 from Glastonbury. A well apportioned four bedroom farmhouse is complimented by attractive pastureland and a range of buildings including a converted stone barn, workshop and livestock facilities. Planning consent has also been granted for two established chalet style static homes located within the farmstead, both of which are fully serviced.

The farm has been used for a range of purposes and includes stabling for up to 14 horses along with general purpose storage, stock handling facilities and an outdoor school. Land for grazing and haymaking is provided by 15.75 acres of permanent pasture located within a ring fence of the farm.

SituationHomeway Farm is situated approximately one mile west of Meare alongside the B3151, which leads to picturesque market town of Glastonbury located just over 4 miles away. Glastonbury offers extensive everyday amenities along with an iconic cultural identity. The A361/A39 is approximately two miles south of the farm and provides a link to the M5 motorway connecting to Taunton, Bristol and West Country. Castle Cary and Bridgewater are the nearest mainline railway stations located 19 miles away and 16 miles away respectively. Bristol International Airport located approximately 19 miles to the north.

There are a wide range of excellent schools in the area in both the public and private sectors including King’s School in Cheddar and Sexeys near Bruton, Downside at Shepton Mallet, Millfi eld at Street, the Cathedral School at Wells and Hazelgrove at Sparkford. Bristol and Bath Universities are also within 30 miles.

The town, villages and countryside around Homeway Farm provide an excellent range of social and leisure activities for the sportsman and countryman alike, with excellent walking and riding all around. The Mendip Hills to the north and Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve provide stunning countryside in the locality and major tourist attractions. Burnham and Berrow Golf Club is 13 miles away and offers premier facilities, whilst National Hunt racing is within easy reach at Wincanton.

DirectionsFrom the A361, take the B3151 westbound from Glastonbury towards Meare. Follow the B3151 through Meare and after approximately 1 mile, the farm is visible immediately on the left-hand side of the road.

From the M5, take Junction 23 and head in an easterly direction along the A39. Continue on the A39 for approximately 7 miles until a left-hand turning for Meare is signposted in Shapwick. Take the left turn and follow the road north towards Meare, where it joins the B3151. Turn right at the junction and follow the road with the farm located on the right after approximately one mile.

Method of SaleHomeway Farm is offered for sale as a whole by private treaty.

DescriptionHomeway FarmhouseThe farmhouse sits parallel to the Glastonbury Road and is accessed via a private entrance. The house is fi tted with a small scale rooftop photovoltaic array generating a peak output of 3.84 kwh and benefi ts from an enclosed south facing garden. Internally there are four good sized fi rst fl oor double bedrooms, a family bathroom, fi tted kitchen, three reception rooms, utility room/bathroom and a double glazed conservatory. The house is serviced by oil fi red central heating along with a supplementary converted oil Rayburn, together with mains water and private drainage. Constructed of rendered stone under a tile roof, the house

dates back to 1812 with signifi cant refurbishment works undertaken in the late 1990’s, including re-wiring, re-plumbing and installation of double glazing.

Please refer to the fl oor plans for the room dimensions and layout.

The farmyard is accessed from the main road to the east of the farmhouse and leads to the remainder of the property including:-

Chalet Style Static HomesTwo timber clad chalets have been installed on the farm, both of which have been certifi ed as lawful from a planning perspective. The chalets provide a total of fi ve bedrooms and each includes a kitchenette, a bathroom and living area. The chalets are set in a private position to the south of the farmstead and are serviced by an LPG gas tank, private drainage, mains electricity and mains water. Both are registered for Council Tax as ‘Band A’ and have potential for holiday letting or longer term rental arrangements.

Farm BuildingsThe farm buildings lie adjacent to the farmhouse and are serviced by a central hard surfaced farmyard. This versatile range of buildings would be suitable for equestrian, agricultural or commercial use subject to obtaining planning permission. The buildings comprise:

• Stone Barn - To the east of the farmhouse is an impressive two storey stone barn under a tile roof with two ground fl oor arched doors. The barn has been converted for use as a farm offi ce, lecture rooms and for treatment rooms, with scope for further refurbishment.

• Workshop - Stone constructed single storey barn with split level concrete fl oor under a recently renewed tile roof. The workshop benefi ts from recent re-wiring and a storage lean-to.

• Old Cow House - Rendered block building under an asbestos roof adjoining the Stone Barn.

• Old Cider House - Enclosed stone and block building incorporating a timber frame roof with double fronted doors and a mono-pitch asbestos roof.

• Car Ports - A total of 5 timber and steel framed car ports with corrugated steel roof sheets and cladding. Concrete parking area on approach and lean-to at rear.

• Stable Block - Low level block work storage stables (x 4) Stable Block - Low level block work storage stables (x 4) Stable Blockconstructed on a concrete base under as asbestos roof with freezer room attached and traditional stable doors.

• Implement Shed - Steel frame general purpose shed with Implement Shed - Steel frame general purpose shed with Implement Shedconcrete fl oor, twin galvanized steel gates under a fi bre cement roof.

• Wooden Hut - Storage hut on concrete base.Wooden Hut - Storage hut on concrete base.Wooden Hut

• Chicken Run - A timber chicken roost with an adjoining fenced concrete run.

• Greenhouses and Poly Tunnels - Two glass greenhouses and two poly tunnels used for domestic purposes.

• Cow House with Mono-Pitch Timber Lean-To - Timber frame former cubicle shed with concrete fl oor split into 12 self contained stables (11ft x 11ft) including central passage for tack/storage. There are two separate larger foaling boxes (12ft x 12ft) adjoining the shed.

• General Purpose Hay Barn - Steel framed ‘L’ shaped general purpose hay barn with corrugated steel cladding in part under a fi bre cement roof. Includes 5 x 15ft bays with a dual pitch.

The farm also provides an enclosed outdoor equestrian school extending to 60ft x 20ft together with a round pen holding facility. Both are post and rail fenced with a base consisting of sand, rubber and limestone grit.

Detailed plans are available separately from the agents.

All items of farm machinery and mobile equipment are excluded from the sale of the freehold property unless otherwise stated.

General Remarks and StipulationsTenure & PosessionThe tenure of the property is freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

ViewingStrictly by appointment through the selling agents only.

ServicesThe farm benefi ts from mains water which feeds the land and property. Mains electricity services the buildings, with private drainage for all dwellings.

Rights of WayThere is a footpath running across the land as shown on the plan.

Single Payment Scheme & StewardshipThe Farm has not been registered for the Single Payment Scheme although Entitlements can potentially be purchased externally and validated over the land in the future. There are no Environmental Stewardship agreements in place over the land.

Statutory DesignationsThe farm lies outside of Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ) and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) designations. It is identifi ed as a priority catchment in respect of Catchment Sensitive Farming.

Local AuthoritySouth Somerset District Council - 01935 462462.

Mendip District Council - 0300 303 8588.

PostcodeBA6 9TL

Council TaxHomeway Farmhouse is Band E.Chalet 1 is Band A.Chalet 2 is Band A.

Rights of Way, Wayleaves and EasementsThe property is sold subject to and with the benefi t of all rights, including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights and obligations, easements and quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves, masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipe whether referred to in the particulars or not.

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

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The Cartographic & Design Team, Wessex House, Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 1PBTel: (01202) 856800

NOTE - Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with thepermission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office.© Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (UK) Limited

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Important NoticeSavills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Photographs were taken in August 2014. Particulars prepared in August 2014.

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