A detached single-storey barn with Class Q consent for conversion into a 2-bedroom dwelling plus an adjoining paddock, 2.5 acres in all. For sale by online auction, closing 18.07.23, guide range £150,000 to £175,000, Freehold, Council Tax Band: N/A

Method Of Sale - The property is offered for sale by Online Traditional Auction (unless sold prior.) The auction end date is Tuesday 18th July 2023 at 5pm and the Guide Range is £150,000 to £175,000. The vendor reserves the right to withdraw or alter the property for sale prior to the auction end date. The property can be accessed via our website - stags.co.uk.

Situation - This barn is situated in a beautifully peaceful and picturesque rural setting, nestled into a sheltered, west-facing position in the West Devon countryside. Located part-way down a no-through lane which serves just two other property, the barn benefits from an absence of passing traffic affording the site an incredible degree of privacy. To the north, some spectacular far-reaching views can be enjoyed across nearby countryside towards Dartmoor. This is a truly idyllic location which is still within just a few miles of local facilities and amenities, with Milton Abbot being less than two miles away, Lamerton Stores and Fuel Station being 2.3 miles to the south, and the thriving market town of Tavistock 6.5 miles to the southeast. Tavistock offers a superb range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities, whilst the largely 19th-century town centre is focused around the Pannier Market and Bedford Square, in which regular farmer's markets are held. Plymouth, some 15 miles to the south, offers extensive amenities. The cathedral city of Exeter lies some 40 miles to the northeast, providing transport connections to London and the rest of the UK via its railway links, M5 motorway and airport.

Description - This is an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a detached single-storey barn in 2.5 acres, with consent under Class Q Permitted Development Rights to be converted into a 2-bedroom dwelling. The proposed dwelling is 85m2 in size, with two bedrooms, a lounge, bathroom and separate kitchen/dining room, although opportunities to extend or remodel the barn once converted, or possibly to gain consent for an alternative scheme may exist, subject to any additional consents or approvals that may be required. The barn is set back from the public highway and accessed across a gated drive, with the plans also providing for ample parking and turning space. The barn will be sold with a pasture paddock which is enclosed by natural hedging and Devon banks on three sides, and a newly erected stock-proof fence on the other. This additional space will allow sufficient room for a those looking to keep horses or other domestic livestock, and those seeking to establish a smallholding-type lifestyle. A location plan, illustrating the extent of the area to be sold, is provided with these particulars.

Agent's Note - Additional land can be made available to the purchaser of this lot, subject to enquiry and separate negotiation, after the auction.

Planning Consent - Consent for the conversion of the barn was granted by West Devon Borough Council on 31st March 2022 under Class Q Permitted Development rights. The application reference is 4077/21/PDM. All of the relevant documentation can be found on WDBC's planning portal, or by enquiry with the agents.

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 and the property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any public or private rights of way. We are not aware of any public rights of way that affect the property.

Services And Access - There are no services connected although it is believed that mains water and electricity are available nearby. Purchasers should satisfy themselves in every respect as to the possibilities for connection. Vehicular access can be gained through an entrance gate from the roadside in the northeastern corner of the site.

Local Authority - West Devon Borough Council, Kilworthy Park, Drake Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 0BZ. T:[use Contact Agent Button],
Tenure And Completion - The property is sold freehold with vacant possession on completion, 28 days after the auction or earlier by agreement.

Buyer'S And Administrative Fees - The successful purchaser(s) will be liable to pay the sum of £5,000. From this a buyer's fee of £2,400 (inc VAT) is retained by Stags/Bamboo Auctions as a contribution towards the online platform costs, and £2,600 is payable towards the purchase price/deposit. An additional administration fee of £1200 (inc. VAT) will be payable by the successful purchaser immediately after the auction. This will be invoiced separately by Stags.

Proof Of Identity - Under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 it is a requirement for Estate Agents to perform due diligence checks on any person that intends to bid at auction. There will be a requirement for all bidders to register via the online sales site and complete the ID checks. There is no charge for registration.

Auction Legal Pack - This includes the searches, draft contract, deeds/epitome of title, special conditions of sale etc, and is available online to be downloaded, via the tab on the online auction property listing page. It is the purchaser's responsibility to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction. Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to inspect the legal documentation and to consult legal advice prior to bidding.

Vendor's Solicitor - Mrs Helen Davies, WBW Solicitors, Westgate Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9AD. Phone:[use Contact Agent Button]. [use Contact Agent Button]

Definition Of Guide And Reserve - Guide price(s) are an indication of the seller's expectation. Reserve price(s) are a figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell the lot at auction. We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Guide prices may change at any time prior to the auction.

Special Conditions Of Sale - Particulars, remarks and stipulations contained herein shall be deemed to form part of the special conditions of sale/auction information pack and in case of any inconsistencies the provisions of the latter shall prevail. Special conditions of sale/auction information pack is available online. It is assumed that the Purchaser will have made all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.

Warning - Farms and Land can be dangerous places. Please take care when viewing the property, particularly in the vicinity of farm buildings and livestock. Please leave gates as they are found, do not bring dogs onto the land while viewing and avoid entering fields containing cows and calves.

Viewing And Directions - Viewing of the site is strictly by prior appointment with the vendor's appointed agents, Stags Tavistock Office. what3words///keyboards.plant.paving