Coombe Lane, East Harptree, BS40

Description

An extremely rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a large section of Harptree Combe, which has significant ecological and historical importance. The area of woodland extends to approximately 22.50 acres and includes areas of clearing and Molly Brook stream. Boasting high conservational appeal, being designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The site includes a wide variety of rare flora and fauna, with the limestone gorge being home to a vast selection of different habitats. The property is set within the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and is surrounded by idyllic countryside.

The site also includes the remains of Richmont Castle, which is designated as a ‘Scheduled Monument’ by Historic England. The Castle originally dated back to c.1100 and is believed to have been besieged in 1138, being later demolished by Sir John Newton during the reign of Henry VIII.

Viewing of this unique property is highly recommended.

Agents Note

Please note the 19th Century Grade II Listed Aqueduct that spans part of the subject property is registered under a separate Land Registry Title Number and is excluded from the sale.

Designations

AONB Yes – Mendip Hills

SSSI Yes – Harptree Combe SSSI

Historic England Remains of Richmont Castle: ‘Scheduled Monument’

NVZ Yes

Environmental Stewardship Schemes

None.

Footpaths , Rights of Way, wayleaves and Easements

Subject to public footpaths. Full details of any other rights of way (if applicable) are contained within the auction legal pack.

Uplift / overage clause

None.

Completion

Completion has been set for 20th March 2025 or earlier by arrangement.

Registering to bid and Administration fee

Cooper and Tanner requires all bidders who wish to bid at our Auction to register beforehand, whether you are intending on bidding in the room, by proxy or online. As part of the registration process, you will be asked to provide card details in order that the Buyer’s Administration Fee of £1,350 inc VAT can be paid if you are successful. A week before the auction a hold will be placed on your account for this sum, which will then be released if you are unsuccessful. This fee will only be taken if you are the successful buyer. The fee is retained by Cooper and Tanner and does not form part of your deposit or completion settlement. Please also be aware that the Buyer’s Administration fee is payable per lot purchased and applicable on all pre-auction sales. If you are successful in purchasing more than one lot, we will contact you following the auction to take subsequent payments for additional lots bought. All checks required by current anti-money laundering legislation must be satisfactorily completed, as part of the registration process before prior approval to bid will be granted; this will include providing proof of funds.

Deposit

Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours of the auction. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from.

Local Council: Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Services: Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

Drainage Rates: None

Solicitors

Goughs Solicitors, Corsham

Telephone: 01249 712 193

Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession.

VAT: The purchase price is not subject to VAT.

Viewing: At any reasonable time, on foot only and with a set of the sale details.

Closest Postcode: BS40 6BG

What3words – repair.flocking.joys

Ref: GPT/11075

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