Grimpstonleigh, East Allington

DIRECTIONS

From Kingsbridge, take the A381 to Totnes. Before reaching The Mounts, turn left at Torr Lane End junction onto Torr Lane, following signs for Higher Torr and Grimstonleigh. Continue for approximately 0.5 miles to Lower Grimstonleigh, then turn left (over the stream) onto the private lane, keeping left. The land will then be found on the right-hand side, identified by a large gateway and track.

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SITUATION

The land part Torr Brook Farm is situated on the outskirts of the village of East Allington, in the South Hams area of South Devon. The land lies to the west of the A381 road leading from Kingsbridge to Totnes. 

The village of East Allington is approximately 2 miles to the east while the small village of Woodleigh is situated about half a mile to the west. The nearest town of Kingsbridge is about 3.5 miles to the south, whilst the market town of Totnes is about 12 miles to the north.

DESCRIPTION

The Land part Torr Brook Farm extends to approximately 17.74 acres (7.18 hectares) as outlined on the site plan below. The land is a combination of permanent pasture land, extending to 11.05 acres (4.47 hectares), and the remainder being woodland copse extending to 6.69 acres (2.71 hectares). 

The land has a moderate west-facing gradient and is enclosed by natural perimeter hedging on all boundaries. It benefits from stoned trackways providing good year-round vehicular access, together with good stock-proof fencing and gates.

The land is located in the valley to the south of Lower Grimpstonleigh and the Parish of Woodleigh and was once part of Torr Farm, East Allington. 

In the past the land has been used for livestock grazing/ agricultural purposes but would be very suitable for a variety of uses including recreation/ amenity, equine or alternative uses (subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents). 

A schedule of the land is as follows :-

Field Number   Acres     Description
SX7449 4718       5.48      Permanent Pasture
SX7449 3803       3.96      Woodland Copse
SX7448 3894      1.86       Permanent Pasture
SX7448 4479      2.73       Woodland Copse
SX7448 5782      3.71       Permanent Pasture
Total                 17.74           
                   (7.18 hectares)
 

ACCESS

The land is accessed via the council maintained unmetalled road that leads from Lower Grimpstonleigh to Woodleigh village. There is a further right of access by means of right of way over the land situated on the north boundary which directly adjoins the Land part Torr Brook Farm, further detail regarding this is available in the Legal Pack. 

SERVICES

There is a natural water supply from the stream that flows along the western boundary. No mains services. 

TENURE

The property is being offered for sale on a freehold basis with vacant possession available on completion.

PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY

There are no public footpaths or rights of way as far as known.

SPORTING RIGHTS AND MINERAL RIGHTS

All sporting and mineral rights are included in the sale, as far as are known.

METHOD OF SALE

The land part Torr Brook Farm is offered for sale by Formal Tender (unless sold prior). The deadline date for the submission of tenders is Wednesday 25th March 2025 at 12 noon and all tenders must be submitted to 62 Fore Street, Kingsbridge in a sealed envelope clearly marked ‘Land part Torr Brook Farm’.

Buyers who wish to submit a tender will be required to complete and sign the tender form and provide any supporting documentation as detailed within the Legal Pack available from the solicitor acting for the seller (see Legal Pack below). 

Any tender received by the deadline date will be subject to contract. Prospective purchasers should be aware that upon acceptance of their tender offer, a 10% deposit of the agreed sale price will be payable to the agent acting for the seller (or via thee buyers solicitor), within 24 hours of written acceptance of their offer. Failure to do so within this time frame will result in the tender being rejected.

Should a tender be acceptable to the seller and the 10% deposit received within the time frame outlined above, this will then constitute exchange of contracts and legal completion including payment of the balance of the purchase price will follow approximately 28 days later or by the time frame set out in the Legal Pack. 

If the deposit is failed to be presented by the successful tender, then the Formal Tender Conditions will not be met, this will result in the tender being rejected.

Moreover, the successful purchaser will be liable to pay the sum of £2,500 plus VAT as an administration fee to the Agent in addition to their tender on completion. 

Please note, the seller does not undertake to accept the highest or any of the offers and the seller reserves the right to withdraw, alter or amend the way in which the land is offered for sale.

LEGAL PACK

A copy of the legal pack may be obtained from the seller's solicitors, Windeatts of 48 Fore Street, Kingsbridge TQ7 1PE, Attention: Mr Richard Wing, Tel: , e-mail: richard.

GUIDE PRICE

£125,000

RESTRICTIVE COVENANT

The area of land hatched in black on the site plan is subject to a restrictive covenant to prevent the prospective purchaser from building a structure on this area. Further detail available in the Legal Pack. 

HEALTH & SAFETY 

Any prospective purchasers of whom would like to view the land do so at their own risk. The vendors nor their selling agent accept any responsibility in any incident or accident that may happen.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents, Luscombe Maye of 62 Fore Street, Kingsbridge TQ7 1PP Telephone for details. Please register any viewing with the Selling Agents.