Sampford Barton - Lot 1, Sampford Spiney, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6LD | Property for sale | Savills
120.63 Ac(48.82 Ha)
Guide price £2,450,000(10,597,338 AED)

Sampford Barton - Lot 1Sampford Spiney, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6LD

  • Under offer
  • Freehold
House
120.63 Ac (48.82 Ha)
5Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
3Receptions

Key features

  • Handsome Grade II listed, five bedroom farmhouse in fantastic order
  • Attractive traditional stone outbuildings with potential for alternative uses (stp).
  • Extensive range of modern farm buildings, suited to cater for a variety of farming enterprises.
  • Equestrian facilities with unrivalled outriding with direct access to the Moor.
  • Land comprising a combination of good quality pasture and woodland.
  • Highly desirable location with easy access to Tavistock, Yelverton & A30T.
  • In all about 120.63
  • Further land available by separate negotiation.

A stunning ring fenced mixed farm in a sought after location centred around a highly attractive Grade II Listed farmhouse

About this property

  • Sampford Barton is an exceptional farm, positioned at the end of a long private drive and centred around an elegant Grade II listed property dating from the 16th century. Set amidst Dartmoor National Parks unspoilt countryside, Sampford Barton encapsulates all the elements of a traditional mixed farm with a meticulously restored residence positioned within a ring fence of 120 acres creating a total sense of privacy and seclusion. The farm currently supports a beef and sheep enterprise however is well suited to cater for a variety of farming enterprises.

    Since purchasing the farm in 2008, the vendors have undertaken an extensive, sympathetic renovation of the substantial property whilst retaining many original architectural features. The renovation works included a completely new roof which was stripped and replaced with new battens, felt and re slated with Delabole slate as well as a complete re render, insulation, damp proofing and new hardwood windows in the main as well as substantially more internal work. The property now provides well-appointed and proportioned, flexible family accommodation.

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Local information

  • Sampford Barton is an exceptionally positioned private farm just 4 miles east of Tavistock. Tavistock is a historic market town situated on the River Tavy and nestled within the picturesque Dartmoor National Park. The vibrant town comprises numerous independent shops, boutiques and cafes and the streets are lined with Georgian and Victorian architecture, adding to its character and appeal.
  • The property is located within Dartmoor National Park, an area that covers some 365 square miles of stunning, un-touched countryside and is renowned for its spectacular scenery, with its ancient granite tors, heather clad moorland and wooded valleys providing unrivalled opportunities locally for walking, cycling, riding and other outdoor pursuits. Also easily accessible is the beautiful South Devon coast with its estuaries, beaches and sailing facilities.
  • There is an array of excellent schools in the area, noticeably Mount Kelly which is a co-educational independent school located in Tavistock renowned for its academic excellence, sports and performing arts. Tavistock is also home to primary and secondary co educational schooling.
  • Exeter is accessible by the A386 and A30 dual carriageway which joins the M5 at Exeter (being just 35 miles north). Both Exeter and Newton Abbott offer mainline railway stations with regular services to London and Bristol International and Exeter International Airports are both within convenient reach.

Additional information

  • There is an excellent range of adaptable modern farm buildings which are currently used for livestock housing and fodder storage. The main buildings are all steel framed and well positioned in terms of bringing stock in and out with ease and are also wired for ptz cameras to assist with cavling and lambing. In addition to the modern buildings, there is a concrete framed silage clamp area and a further lean to/machinery store. To the east of the property is a two storey traditional building, the ground floor of which is used as stabling with two loose boxes with the first floor being useful storage space and hobbies room.
  • The land all lies within a ring fence and extends to approximately 120 acres in all. The land comprises predominantly good quality level and gently sloping pasture land and is split into good sized, workable enclosures with mature Dartmoor hedge banks. The pasture land is in good heart and the majority is free draining and therefore well suited to grazing and the production of forage. A particular feature is the high quality stock proof fencing across the entire holding as well as multiple road access points. On the western side of the farm is a highly attractive area of mixed woodland with a small water course running through. The area is home to an abundance of wildlife throughout the seasons. The land would also lend itself to equestrian use with some unrivalled outriding and direct access to Dartmoor. Aside from agriculture, the land is well suited for conservation or amenity purposes. There are 20KW solar panels on Cornish rockers providing a useful income to the holding.
  • Directions: Postcode - PL20 6LD What3Words - ///alpha.hints.snap Tenure - Freehold subject to Farm Business Tenancy. Vacant possession available 25/03/24
  • EPC Exempt
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: TBC