For Sale by Public Auction - Thursday 14th August 2025 at 12 midday - The Theatre, The Royal Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet and via Livestream. Auction Guide Price: £375,000 to £425,000. Orchard Farm is an attractively located ring-fenced agricultural property, which is situated within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property comprises a bungalow (subject to AOC), range of outbuildings, together with pastureland; in total, extending to approximately 7.97 acres.

Description

For Sale by Auction on Thursday 14th August 2025 at 12 midday at The Royal Bath and West Showground and via Livestream.

Orchard Farm is an attractively located ring-fenced agricultural property, which is situated within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property comprises a bungalow (subject to AOC), range of outbuildings, together with pastureland; in total, extending to approximately 7.97 acres. Previously operated as a small holding, to which it is extremely well-suited. The land comprises a slightly acidic loam and clay type soil, enclosed by a mixture of hedgerows, stock-proof fencing and ditches. The adaptability of the property is complemented by farm buildings, which do require maintenance and repair in part, but offer potential for either agricultural use or alternative use e.g. equestrian, holiday lets etc. subject to the necessary planning consents.

Planning

The dwelling is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (AOC) which restricts occupancy to individuals employed/last employed within agriculture, along with their dependents. A Certificate of Lawful Use or Development was granted by West Dorset District Council on 15th March 1999 in relation to the occupation of the dwelling by a non-agricultural worker. A copy of the consent is available on request. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations and to satisfy themselves with regard to any planning related enquires.

Location

Situated on the rural outskirts of the village of South Perrott, with far-reaching views, not only over its own land, but also the adjoining countryside. South Perrott is a traditional unspoilt village surrounded by beautiful Dorset countryside. The village has a thriving community spirit and is easily accessible to many larger settlements including Yeovil, Crewkerne, Bridport and Dorchester, all of which are within commuting distance. The scholastic facilities are plentiful, with Perrott Hill Prep School, Parrett and Axe C of E Primary School, Maiden Beech Academy and Beaminster School within the locality. Major communications are within easy reach; the A303 is within a short drive, providing access throughout the south-west. Mainline railway stations are situated at Yeovil and Crewkerne. Exeter Airport is within a 55 minute drive, operating regular flights to many countries.

Dwelling

A well-proportioned woolaway bungalow with cavity wall extensions, which is approached from the highway via a sweeping driveway. The dwelling requires a programme of modernisation and improvement throughout and once completed, would provide a comfortable family home. Alternatively, there may be an opportunity to replace or further extend the dwelling, subject to obtaining the relevant planning consents. With reference to the floor plan enclosed, provides three bedrooms and ample living areas. The dwelling is principally surrounded by gardens laid to lawn and interspersed with trees, numerous outbuildings and pastureland.

Buildings

1. Garage (30.31m²) – Concrete block/timber clad elevations under box profile clad roof. 2no. roller shutter doors (electric)

2. Store (27.93) – timber clad with box profile clad roof.

3. Stable (33.76) – timber clad.

3. Oil Tank

4. Workshop (108.7m²) – Concrete block/timber clad elevations. Asbestos/corrugated iron clad roof.

5. Covered Yard (292.69m²) – Timber/steel portal frame. Concrete block/timber clad elevations. Corrugated iron clad roof.

6. Fodder Barn (163.56m²) – Timber frame with corrugated iron clad roof. Open elevations.

Land

Level to gently undulating in topography and enclosed by natural hedges and stock-proof fencing, which provide useful sized enclosures. Currently laid to pasture, with potential for an arable rotation.

Fixture and Fittings

A number of fixture and fittings which are currently on site will not be included within the sale and will be removed prior to completion. A fixture and fittings schedule will be included within the auction legal pack.

Designations

Situated within the Dorset AONB. Not situated within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ) or SSSI. The Property is not Listed.

Uplift / overage clause

None.

Other Schemes

The land is not subject to any environmental or countryside stewardship schemes.

Footpaths and Rights of Way

Not subject to any public footpaths, but subject to a permissive footpath abutting the northern boundary. Further details of any other rights of way (if applicable) will be contained within the auction legal pack.

Services

We understand mains water (2no. separate meters), electricity and drainage are connected. Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

Solicitors

Porter Dodson, Yeovil

Telephone: 01935 846 754

Gemma Lindegaard acting

Registering to bid and Administration fee

Cooper and Tanner require 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 £1395 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 to 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.

Fees

Potential buyers should be aware that there may be additional fees payable to the Vendor’s solicitor on completion of the sale, details of which will be contained within the auction pack for each lot. At the launch of the property onto the market this information is not always available and so interested parties must refer to the auction pack and satisfy their enquiries.

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.

Completion

Completion has been set for the 11th September 2025 or earlier by mutual consent.

Viewing

To book on to one of the scheduled viewing dates, please contact Cooper and Tanner, Glastonbury – 01458 834 288 (Option 2)

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Video Tour

A video tour of the land can be viewed via the following link: https://youtu.be/vDVPmA4b0B4

Local Council: Dorset Council – Telephone: 01305 221 000

Council Tax Band: D

Heating: Oil.

Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession.

Train Links

• Yeovil

• Crewkerne

Nearest Schools

• Perrott Hill Prep School

• Parrett and Axe C of E Primary School

• Maiden Beech Academy

• Beaminster School

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Orchard Farm, South Perrott, Beaminster, DT8

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