Lower Berthllwyd Farm, Bettws Newydd, Usk, Monmouthshire

A highly productive arable and grassland farm together with established woodland extending to approximately 245 acres (99.3 hectares). Available "To Let" on a 7-year Farm Business Tenancy
commencing on the 25th March 2025.

Lower Berthllwyd Farm forms part of the wider Pontypool Park Estate and has been farmed by the current tenant since 1995. Rarely do mixed cropping farms of this nature become available in Monmouthshire and the holding offers a fantastic opportunity for the incoming tenant to enhance their agricultural enterprises.

Historically, the holding has been a mix of arable cropping and grassland together with breeding sheep and store cattle rearing. The land to the north of Berthllwyd Road is mainly undulating grassland, the land to the south is mainly arable cropping. The land is Grade 4. At the centre of the holding is a useful range of modern steel portal framed agricultural buildings used for grain storage and livestock rearing together with a good size concrete yard. The character stone-built farmhouse is adjacent to the buildings and yard and provides two reception rooms and four bedrooms. The farm is let on a Full Repairing basis and not Model Clauses.

DESCRIPTION
Lower Berthllwyd Farm is a mixed arable and grassland holding situated in a secluded and picturesque part of Monmouthshire. The holding extends in total to approximately 245 acres (99.3 hectares) which includes approximately 22 acres of woodland (8.91 hectares).

The farm is divided by Berthllwyd Road, the land to the north is mainly permanent pasture being undulating with good size fields and good access. The land to the south is mainly cropped in an arable rotation, with all arable fields currently planted with spring barley. The holding will be let on a 7-year Farm Business Tenancy from the 25th March 2025. Early entry in Autumn 2024, would be considered on the arable land. Applicants should make a clear statement on their future management of the holding. The Landlord is unlikely to permit recreational uses such as camping, glamping, shepherd huts, livery businesses etc.

SITUATION
Lower Berthllwyd Farm is approximately 4 miles north of the town of Usk with its excellent
connections to the road network leading to South Wales and the West Country and also the Midlands. Abergavenny is approximately 8 miles to the north-west with a larger range of supermarkets and High Street shops together with a railway station. Due to its location, access is not suitable for articulated lorries and large goods vehicles. It is advisable for all individuals wishing to view the farm to approach the farm from the small hamlet of Bettws Newydd.

FARMHOUSE
The traditional farmhouse is located adjacent to the yard with ample off road parking. The accommodation comprises; utility/boot room, games room (accessed from the fixed staircase), kitchen/diner, hallway/office, lounge, four bedrooms and family bathroom. The property has oil fired central heating via a boiler, mains electricity and water with septic tank drainage.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Rating: F (for information only)

COUNCIL TAX
Band: G

FARM BUILDINGS
A useful range of steel portal framed buildings are located adjacent to a large concrete yard and comprise of a grain store and a range of general purpose livestock buildings under one roof.
There is a single storey red brick former cowshed/stable and yards on the opposite side of Berthllwyd Road.

LAND
Extending in total to approximately 245 acres (99.3 hectares) with approximately 22 acres (8.91 hectares) of established woodland. Further woodland maybe available by separate negotiation.
The farm is currently not included in any Welsh Government Environmental Schemes. The property is connected to a Welsh Water mains supply with the meter located in Bettws Newydd. The holding tank is located within the farm, to the north of the farm stead, the supply serves two additional properties as well as Lower Berthllwyd Farm.

VIEWINGS
Viewings are strictly by appointment only, on the prearranged open day. Open Day: Friday 12th July 2024 (between 11am and 4pm). There will be no access to the farmhouse on the viewing day. Please see photographs and floor plans for guidance on room sizes and configuration.
The farmhouse will only be available for viewing to the shortlisted applicants.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Neither the seller nor the selling Agents are responsible for the safety of those viewing the farm and accordingly, all individuals do so at their own risk.

DILAPIDATIONS
The house, land and buildings are let as seen.

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF TENURE

* All tenders must be submitted to the Agents Office using the prescribed Tender form.
* Tender forms to be submitted to Williams Associates Chartered Surveyors, The Old School,
The Bryn, Penpergwm, Abergavenny, NP7 9AH, in a sealed envelope and marked "Lower Berthllwyd Farm" or email to: by 12 noon on Monday 19th August 2024.
* The Landlord reserves the right not to accept the highest or any offer.
* The shortlisted applicants will be requested to provide additional information and attend a
meeting with the Landlord. Proof of financial sources and references will also be required.
* The Tenant will be offered an initial term of seven years.
* Access is not suitable for articulated lorries and large goods vehicles.
* The Tenant shall be responsible for any Stamp Duty Tax payable.
* A "Record of Condition" will be prepared by the Landlord's Agent at the commencement of the
Tenancy. The appointed Tenant to contribute £300 plus VAT towards the cost.
* Subject to Contract and Without Prejudice.

TENANCY AGREEMENT (HEADS OF TERMS)
* Subject to Contract and Without Prejudice.
* Term: Commencing on the 25th March 2025 until 24th March 2032 with early entry to the arable land from the 18th October 2024 with the consent of the current Tenant.
* Rent: Payable six monthly in advance.
* Rent Review: Three yearly.
* Repairs: Full Repairing Tenancy.
* Use: Agricultural use only.
* Sporting Rights: Reserved by the Landlord. Pest control to be approved by the Landlord in advance.
* Timber: Reserved by the Landlord.
* All straw to be returned to the farm through manure or chopping.
* Sub-letting strictly prohibited.
* In-going Valuation: No crop will be planted on the arable land by the existing Tenants post harvest 2024.
* BPS Entitlements are available by separate negotiation with the outgoing Tenant.