Lot 2 | Littleton Farm, Crawley, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 2QF | Property for sale | Savills
105.34 Ha(260.31 Ac)
Guide price £2,750,000($5,379,369)

Lot 2 | Littleton FarmCrawley, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 2QF

  • Freehold
Estate
105.34 Ha (260.31 Ac)

Key features

  • Unlisted principal country house with 5/6 bedrooms, staff apartment and ancillary annexe set in formal gardens
  • Courtyard comprising guest cottage, farm office, garages and stables
  • Four further cottages
  • Range of farm buildings with development potential (subject to the necessary planning consents)
  • Extensive and productive arable farmland, pasture and woodland
  • Modest family run shoot
  • Conveniently located with easy road access to major transport connections
  • For sale as a whole or in four lots

260 acres and a range of agricultural barns with potential for development (STP).

About this property

  • Dutch Barns and land west of A272

    Situated east of Littleton House and West of the A272, the land Includes eight fields, totalling228.72 acres of arable land, 26.07 acres of woodland and 5.52 acres of rough grazing land/misc. There are two redundant Dutch barns with a hard standing which could have development potential, subject to the necessary planning consents.

    Lot 2 represents a significant longer term development opportunity, with excellent access off the A272 and A34 respectively. Close by there is an established solar development, EV charging station and AD plant. In light of this, the buyer will be expected to agree to an overage provision in the contract, the details of which can be found in the data room and from the selling agent.

A strategically positioned residential and agricultural farm within easy reach of the historic city of Winchester.

Geoffrey JonesProperty agent

Local information

  • Littleton Farm is located about a mile north of Littleton village and four miles north west of the cathedral city of Winchester in the county of Hampshire.
  • Littleton is a vibrant and popular village with multiple amenities, there is a pre school, a recreation ground, a church and a pub. Known for its stunning cathedral, excellent schools, and vibrant community, the historic city of Winchester offers a blend of rich heritage, sporting and recreational amenities. The train station offers a direct train service to London Waterloo. The rural area around Littleton Farm is renowned for its picturesque landscape and quaint villages.
  • Road The A34 runs north to south in close proximity to the eastern boundary of the farm. Allowing convenient access to the south and the midlands. The M3 and M4 motorways provide access into London.
  • Rail Winchester Station has a direct service to London Waterloo in under an hour. Alternatively, Newbury Station provides a fast train into Paddington, taking just over half an hour.
  • Air Southampton International Airport is a key hub airport for the south of England. Scheduled flights run from the airport to the major UK cities, the Channel Islands, and various international destinations.

Additional information

  • GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS
  • The Whole – Farmland: The total area of arable land at Littleton Farm in all is about 488.5 acres. According to the Soil Survey of England and Wales, the land lies over Andover 1 soils, known to be good, shallow, well drained and silty soils over chalk. The soils are classified as Grade 3 agricultural land.
  • Moreover, there are various areas of woodland and stewardship strips for wildlife and conservation purposes, that have been successfully implemented. A restricted byway and multiple other farm roads, provide convenient routes to the fields throughout the year.
  • The Shoot: The shoot has always been “family run”, with a degree of involvement by students from Sparsholt College. Varying in size from 30 bird days to 300 bird days, the farm is capable of hosting circa 10 days in a typical season, between September and January. Recently the shoot has been run as a 170 bird day for 6 guns.
  • Woodland at Littleton Farm: The majority of the woodland at Littleton Farm was planted 30 years ago by the current owner of the farm.
  • Method of Sale: The freehold of Littleton Farm is offered for sale. In the event that individual parts of the estates are sold by private treaty, then the disposal will be solely in respect of the specific part of the estate discussed between the parties.
  • Lotting: The land is for sale as a whole or in 4 lots, as described and shown on the sale plan.
  • Designations: Littleton Farm is classified as a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
  • Development Overage: There is considerable development occurring between the eastern boundary of the farm and the A34. Therefore, an overage has been placed regarding the easternmost area shown hatched on the sale plan. Subject to planning, future changes to the land use may include solar, retail and distribution. In the event of implementation, or sale of part of or the whole of the property for a material development within a 30 year period, a payment is due to the sellers, being 30% of the enhanced value of the land less scheduled costs. Further details are available upon request.
  • Timber and Sporting Rights: Timber and sporting rights are included within the sale. At the point of sale all standing timber (not felled or stacked) are included in so far as they are owned.
  • Planning: Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries in respect of any planning matters and development opportunities for any element of Littleton Farm to Hampshire County Council and Winchester City Council.
  • Mineral Rights: Mineral rights for some areas of Lot 1 and 4 are owned by a third party. Further information can be provided by the vendor's solicitor.
  • Local Authority: Hampshire County Council - tel: 03005 551389
  • Winchester City Council - tel: 01962 840222
  • Wayleaves Easements, and Rights of Way: The property is sold subject to and with benefit of all existing rights of way whether public or private, including rights of way, supply, drainage, water, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations and all wayleaves whether referred to or not. Public rights of way that cross the sale area are shown on the sale plan. Buyers of Lot 3 should be aware that the owners of Lot 2 will require a right of access for all times and all uses through the
  • yard into the land.
  • Stewardship: A middle tier Countryside Stewardship Scheme is in place on the farm, the details of which can be shared upon request.
  • Fixtures and Fittings: Landlord's fixtures and fitting are included as part of the sale.
  • Boundaries and Fencing: Neither the Vendor nor the Vendor's Agent will be responsible for defining the boundaries or their ownership thereof. The Purchaser(s) shall rely on their own inspections and as defined by the Land Registry title documents.
  • Viewing: Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with a Savills agent.
  • Directions: Postcode SO21 2QF What3Words Littleton House, Annexe and Yard Cottage: ///office.wonderful.shadowing Lower Farm Yard and Cottages: ///pickup.hitters.column What3words gives every 3mx3m square in the world a unique three-word address. This one describes the precise entrance to Littleton Farm.
  • EPC Rating: F