Broadhempston, Totnes, TQ9 6BN

DIRECTIONS

From the A38 southbound towards Plymouth, take the Peartree exit and turn left onto Cabbage Hill. After 2.5 miles, turn left at Memory Cross towards Broadhempston. Continue for 0.8 miles and follow the right hand bend, then after 0.5 miles turn left opposite the church. Follow the road for approximately 100 yards and the entrance gate to Oak Tree Stables is on the right hand side. 

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SITUATION

The land is situated on the periphery of the village of Broadhempston, outside of an area designated as National Landscape (formerly known as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) in the Teignbridge area of South Devon. 

The nearby market town of Ashburton is approximately 5 miles to the north west, and Totnes being 5 miles to the south. The A38 dual carriageway expressway, connecting to the M5 motorway and national road network, is approximately 4.5 miles distant. 

DESCRIPTION

Oak Tree Stables extends to approximately 4.58 acres (1.85 hectares) and offers a well-equipped equestrian holding with excellent facilities, secure access and attractive countryside views.

The property benefits from a substantial timber-clad barn beneath a mono-pitched metal sheet roof, extending to approximately 95.2 sq m (11.2m x 8.5m). The barn has a concrete floor throughout and currently provides three stables, together with a tack room and feed store, with potential to create a fourth stable if required.

Two of the stables measure approximately 3.5m x 3.6m, while the larger stable extends to approximately 4.5m x 3.5m. The tack room is fitted with storage, saddle racks, bridle hooks, kitchen cupboards, worktops and a freestanding hand sink. Adjacent to this is a useful feed store with fitted shelving. The existing layout offers flexibility and could easily be adapted to suit a purchaser's individual requirements.

The barn is equipped with three solar panels, providing power for the internal lighting, electric fencing and CCTV security system. The CCTV system benefits from remote Wi-Fi access. In addition, there is a separate Champion dual fuel generator housed separately to the barn which provides back up internal lighting and enables a power supply to the barn as required. 

Outside, a secure hardstanding area adjacent to the barn provides ample space for parking, turning and day-to-day equestrian use, and could also be utilised as a loafing area.

Further improvements include a solar-powered Natures Head compost toilet, a solar-lit hay storage tent (approximately 9m x 3.5m) positioned on pallets for dry storage, and an aluminium storage shed providing additional space for equipment and supplies.

The land is divided into three well-fenced paddocks, all enclosed by timber posts and electric tape, with the ability to be electrified via the existing solar-powered system. A centrally positioned field shelter is accessible from all three paddocks, while mature boundary trees provide valuable natural shelter.

For those with an interest in riding and training, the current owners have created four cross-country jumps, which can be ridden as a course thanks to the thoughtful layout of the paddocks and fencing.

The property is accessed via secure double metal entrance gates, with a separate gated access leading directly to the barn and paddock areas. The extensive hardstanding provides parking for multiple vehicles and trailers. Beyond this lies a further enclosed area which the current owners intended to establish as an orchard, offering potential for a variety of future uses.

A picnic area positioned behind the barn provides an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the peaceful rural surroundings and far-reaching countryside views. Combined with the strong Wi-Fi signal available across the holding, the property offers the perfect balance of practicality, comfort and connectivity.

The land is predominantly of a gentle north-facing gradient and is particularly well suited to equestrian use. However, it may also appeal to purchasers seeking land for grazing, amenity, recreational or other alternative uses, subject to any necessary consents.

A schedule of the land available is listed below :-

Field number             Description                            Acres       Hectares 
SX7966 9644           Driveway, Stables & 
                               Permanent pasture                        2.19            0.87 
SX8066 0153          Permanent pasture                        2.39            0.98 
Total                                                                            4.58           1.85

PLEASE NOTE:- A list of items included and excluded from the sale is available upon request from the Sole Selling Agents.

EQUESTRIAN INFORMATION

Bosankos Sports Horses is located just 500 metres away and offers a big jumping arena with jumps and a smaller dressage arena to hire just 0.2 miles to the north-west.

Redpost Equestrian is approx. 3 miles away and offers shows through the summer months including coach Mikey Tuff.

Crokers Equestrian is just 3 miles to the east, being approximately a 10 minute travel by lorry/trailer. Coaching is available here as well as arena hire and competitions. 

SERVICES  

The property benefits from a mains water supply to the barn as well as supplying two double water troughs which are mains water supplied and allow drinking water from any paddock.

Electricity is powered by a generator and there are also three solar panels; one which does the lighting inside the barn and the electric fences and the other two are responsible for the security system and mobile router. The generator is housed inside a concrete shed (2.4m x 2.1m).

ACCESS

The land is accessed via a vehicular width gateway situated in the south western corner of the land, directly off the council maintained highway. 

PLANNING CONSENT
Planning permission was granted on 7th February 2020 ref. 20/00158/FUL for stables and creation of a new access.

TENURE

The land is being offered on a freehold basis with vacant possession being available on legal completion. 

PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY

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

SPORTING AND MINERAL RIGHTS

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

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

The land is not subject to any Environmental or Countryside Stewardship agreements.

WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS

The land is sold subject to any Wayleave and Easements agreements. 

METHOD OF SALE

Oak Tree Stables is offered for sale by Formal Tender (unless sold prior).

The deadline date for the submission of tenders is Tuesday 28th July 2026 at 12 noon and all tenders must be submitted to Luscombe Maye Offices of 62 Fore Street, Kingsbridge or 6 Fore Street, South Brent in a sealed envelope clearly marked ‘Oak Tree Stables’.

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 by the deadline date received 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 their own solicitor), within 24 hours of written acceptance of their offer; failure to do so may 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 an exchange of contracts and be treated as a binding contract and legal completion and 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 and this will result in the tender being rejected.

Moreover, the successful purchaser will be liable to pay the sum of £2,000 plus VAT as an administration fee in addition to their tender price 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 requested from the Sole Selling Agents, or the Seller's Solicitors, Knapman & Co Solicitors,16 Dendy Road Paignton, TQ4 5DB. Attention: ...