17.4 acres of young broadleaf woodland with private rides and glades and a wildlife pond. For sale as a whole or in 2 lots.

Situation - The woodland at Dunsdon enjoys a secluded, rural position, within the parish of Pancrasweek. It lies a mile from the Cornish border and is almost equidistant from Holsworthy and Bude. The woodland is situated next door to the renowned Dunsdon Nature Reserve, claimed to be the single most important example of Culm pasture in England.

The popular North Cornwall surfing beaches lie to the west and the rugged North Devon coastline to the north and north west, offering excellent opportunities to walk, swim, sail, gig row and fish. The Dartmoor hills form a handsome back-drop to the south east, again offering excellent walking and horse-riding opportunities.

The market town of Holsworthy, known for its weekly livestock and panier markets, boasts a Waitrose Supermarket, a wide range of shops, banks, professional services and agricultural suppliers. Nearby, Bradworthy and Bude also offer local amenities and shopping. The A39 is approximately 4 miles away and the A30 dual-carriageway can be joined at Launceston and Okehampton (19 miles and 21 miles respectively).

Description - The woodland extends in total to 17.44 acres of attractive young broadleaf woodland with mown paths and sheltered glades, providing a delightful, private area to walk through and observe the rich wildlife, flora and fauna.

Lot 1 extends to about 9.39 acres of young woodland with a pond - Guide £65,000
Lot 2 extends to about 8.05 acres of young woodland - Guide £50,000

In the centre of Lot 1 there is a pretty wildlife pond which provides a beautiful area to relax and observe wildlife amongst the woodland. Both lots are likely to appeal to buyers interested in the wide range of wildlife that frequent the woods, or to buyers wanting to own a private area for relaxing or camping or for those wanting an environmental investment.

Adjacent to the woodland is Dunsdon Nature Reserve, designated a SSSI for its Culm pasture, wild flowers and habitat to a large range of insects and butterflies. (Devon Wildlife Trust have assisted in the management of the wild flower rides and have been keen to collect the wildflower seeds, in the past). There is potential for creating further ponds or erecting a modest building for use with the woods, subject to obtaining any necessary consents.

Access - Each lot has its own road access as shown on the attached plan. Access to Lot 2 is by a gated entrance to the west. Lot 1 is reached by a currently fenced across gateway off the road in the NW corner.

Services - There are no services connected

Method Of Sale And Lotting - The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in 2 lots.

Tenure And Possession - The land is held freehold and is available with vacant possession on completion.

Woodland Grant Scheme - A 30 year Woodland Creation Grant Agreement dated 28th February 2006 was entered into. No further monies are due, however there are minimal obligations on the buyer until 2036, namely not to clear fell the woodland or use the land for agriculture. (Normal forestry management operations are allowed).

Local Authority - Torridge District Council, Riverbank House, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2QG, T:[use Contact Agent Button].

Plans & Boundary Fences - A plan which is not to be relied upon is attached to these sale particulars. Purchasers must satisfy themselves from inspection or otherwise as to its accuracy.

The Purchaser of Lot 1 (if sold in 2 lots), will be responsible for erecting a wire fence, across the ride between A-B shown on the plan. They will also need to take down the wire deer fence across the gateway in the NW corner.

Sporting And Mineral Rights - The sporting and mineral rights, such as they are owned, are included within the sale.

Wayleaves And Rights Of Way - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any wayleave agreements in respect of electricity or telephone equipment or water or drainage pipes affecting the property. The property is also sold subject to and with the benefit of any public or private rights of way. There are no public rights of way shown on the Ordnance Survey Plan affecting the property.

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with the vendor's appointed Agents, Stags Launceston Office on[use Contact Agent Button].

Directions - From the centre of Holsworthy, proceed in a westerly direction along the A3072 towards Bude. After approximately 2.4 miles, at Burnard's House, just after Holsworthy Golf Course, turn right signposted Chilsworthy and Bradworthy. Proceed along this lane for approximately 1.5 miles. Take the 2nd turning on the left signposted Lana. Proceed for a further 1.3 miles and at the T-junction, turn right signposted Kilkhampton and Bradworthy. The entrance to Lot 2 of the woodland is on the right hand side after Dunsdon Farm and before the T junction. Lot 1 can currently be accessed through Lot 2 although a separate access can be opened if the woodland is sold in lots. For Sale Boards have been erected.