Cheswardine, Nr Market Drayton.

A versatile former dairy farm extending to around 95 acres and comprising a period four-bedroom farmhouse, a detached three-bedroom bungalow, and a range of modern and traditional buildings, idyllically situated close to the village of Cheswardine on the Shropshire, Staffordshire border.

Description - Halls are delighted with instructions to offer Heatherdale Farm, Cheswardine for sale by private treaty, either as a whole or in lots.

Heatherdale Farm is a versatile former dairy farm which extends, in all, to around 95 acres and comprises an imposing four-bedroom period farm, a detached three-bedroom bungalow (agriculturally tied), a flexible arrangement of modern and traditional buildings, and an array of gently undulating pastureland, alongside a number of stocked ponds.

Such is the scope of the property that it could readily serve further agricultural ventures, equestrian pursuits, or may suit those seeking to create an outstanding rural residence.

Situation - Heatherdale Farm occupies an idyllic position on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border, set against the backdrop of rolling fields which has made this area so notable within the agricultural community.

The property lies around 3 miles to the north of the rural village of Cheswardine, which provides a respectable range of day-to-day amenities, including Schools, Public Houses, and Convenience Stores, whilst retaining a convenient proximity to the town of Market Drayton.

Further afield, the larger centres of Stafford, Stoke-On-Trent, Telford, Shrewsbury, and Chester all lie within easy reach, with Birmingham reachable by car in under an hour.

The Farmhouse - The farm centres around a substantial period farmhouse which offers excellent scope for modernisation and, potentially, extension into the adjoining traditional buildings (LA consent permitting). At present, the farmhouse extends to some 2,100 sq ft and comprises an internal arrangement typical of its era, with a range of flexible reception rooms joined by four well proportioned Bedrooms which are positioned to the upper floors.

Tegwell Shelties (Agricultural Tie) - Conveniently arranged across a single storey and extending to 1,500 sq ft, with scope, again, for further modernisation, the bungalow stands as a separate dwelling, offering potential for those with multi-generational requirements. The bungalow lies within dedicated gardens featuring a selection of canine housing, utilised in connection vendors' business.

Outbuildings - Heatherdale Farm boasts a versatile array of modern and traditional buildings, these conveniently arranged around the homestead. In recent years, many have been utilised for the vendors' equestrian interests and are joined by a floodlit outdoor arena. A  number of the buildings may offer scope for development (LA consent permitting).

The buildings include a 18 x 18 herringbone milking parlour with big bore pipeline, ACR's, alongside a 245 gallon bulk tank.

Land - The farmhouse is encompassed by a tranche of gently sloping pastureland which has been conveniently segregated into a number of comfortably sized parcels, ideally suited to a range of livestock.

The land moves north to a connected series of interconnecting pasture fields which have, again, been segregated into conveniently sized parcels and are accessed past a series of stocked ponds and over Coal Brook, which provides access to water. Independent road access is available to the northern block.

The land has previously been utilised in connection with dairy farming but now serves the grazing of sheep and the vendors' livery business.

A further parcel extending to just under 6ac lies over a quiet country lane to the north east of the main block and features a natural pond and independent road access.

Lotting - Consideration will be given to smaller lots upon request.

Schooling - The property is conveniently situated for access to a number of well regarded state and private schools, including Cheswardine Primary and Nursery, Hugo Meyenell CofE, The Grove School, Walton Hall Academy, The Yarlet School, Acorn Wood, St.Dominics, Stafford Grammar, and Haberdashers Castle House.

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

Tenure & Possession - We understand that the property is of freehold tenure and vacant possession will be given on completion of the purchase.

Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains water and electric. Drainage is provided to a private system.

Local Authority - Shropshire Council, The Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

Council Tax - Heatherdale Farm - D / Tegwell Shelties - E

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Leave Market Drayton to the south via Newport Road, turning left after 2.4 miles onto Haywood Lane into Cheswardine. Exit Cheswarind via Church lane and turn right at the T Junction, keeping left as the road forks until, around 1.3 miles later, a left hand turn (signposted Goldenhill) leads onto a quiet lane. Follow the lane for just under 0.5 miles and the entrance to the farm is situated on the left.

Viewings - By appointment through Halls, The Square, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0AW.