Bincombe Down, DT3

FORMER DAIRY, OUTBUILDINGS AND DETACHED FARMHOUSE FOR REFURBISHMENT SET WITHIN
APPROXIMATELY 1. 8 ACRES IN A RURAL LOCATION
The Site
A freehold parcel of land circa 1.8 acres, the site is currently occupied by a selection of redundant former farm dairy buildings, outbuildings and existing farm cottage in need of refurbishment. The boundary to the southeast of the Marsh Dairy abuts the Littlemoor Urban extension, which is currently under construction for residential housing, the dairy will benefit from an access road through this development to Littlemoor Road. Please note it may be possible to access the land using an alternative access road (via Bincombe) - this road will need further improvements. Marsh Dairy is situated within the AONB, however, is identified as being within the defined development boundary SUS 2. The Marsh Dairy site is allocated under the 2015 West Dorset, Weymouth and Portland Local Plan. It is part of a wider allocation (Littlemoor Urban Extension) and therefore may be suitable for development subject to obtaining planning permission. The site is being offered for sale on behalf of Gonville & Caius College, University of Cambridge.
Situation/Location
Marsh Dairy is set amidst the picturesque Dorset countryside in Bincombe, a quaint farming hamlet. The village itself is a collection of centuries-old stone cottages and farm buildings. Bincombe benefits from being within close proximity of both Weymouth, which is approximately 3 miles to the south (a well-known seaside town and a popular tourist destination) and Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, is around 7 miles northeast of Bincombe. Marsh Dairy is also within easy reach of the many local amenities within the area of Littlemoor and Upwey train station with mainline railway services to Bristol Temple Meads and London Waterloo.
Weymouth
Weymouth is a thriving seaside town, famed for its 3-mile stretch of golden sands.
Dorchester
The county town of Dorset, is around 7 miles northeast of Bincombe. The A35 around the north of the town provides good communications eastwards to the A31 and M27 and westwards towards Exeter. The mainline railway station provides services to Bristol Temple Meads and London Waterloo.
Planning/Local Authority
The local authority is: Dorset Councils (Weymouth and Portland). Tel: 01305 251010 //www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Method of Sale
Tenders are invited by informal tender for the freehold interest on an unconditional basis. The seller will consider bids for all or part of the overall site. Tenders should include the following: - The amount to be offered for the property. - Proof of funding - Solicitor's details - Confirmation of Board approval, if required - Exchange and completion timescales - Level of deposit to be paid - Vision for the site The vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest or any offer. NB. 12 months notice will need to be given to the farmer. Offers should be submitted by completing the informal tender form no later than 12.00 NOON Thursday 30th November to: Laura Jacobs [email protected] // 01305 831831 Goadsby 2 - 4 Coburg Place, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8HP
Important
VAT: Under the Finance Act 1989 VAT may be added to the sale price or rent quoted, we recommend that prospective buyers satisfy themselves and establish the VAT implications prior to entering into any agreement. SERVICES: Enquiries should be made to the appropriate authorities and prospective purchases are advised that they are entirely responsible for ensuring that their proposed needs are met. AGENTS NOTE: All measurements are approximate only. The site area measurement has been taken from an ordnance survey extract and has not been checked on site by Goadsby. Therefore, any measurement cannot be guaranteed and prospective buyers should satisfy themselves prior to entering into any agreement. ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS Under Anti Money Laundering Regulations, we are obliged to verify the identity of a proposed purchaser once a sale has been agreed and prior to instructing solicitors. This is to help combat fraud and money laundering and the requirements are contained in statute. A letter will be sent to the proposed purchaser once terms have been agreed. These particulars are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form an offer or contract. STRICTLY SUBJECT TO CONTRACT, ALL MEASUREMENTS APPROXIMATE. Agents note: At no time have we undertaken a structural survey and services have not been tested. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as necessary, to the structural integrity of the premises and condition/working order of services, plant or equipment