Cautley, Sedbergh

OPEN VIEWING MORNING
Saturday 3rd August: 10am - 12pm

For Sale by Informal Tender
Tender Deadline: 12 noon - Tuesday 20th August 2024

A traditional dales farm with substantial farmhouse, large stone barn with the benefit of planning consent, and 43.20 acres (17.4ha) of agricultural land all set within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park this traditional Dales farm offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a holding with scope and potential to create a perfect family home or to be run as a livestock unit.

The property itself is a traditional stone farmhouse with many original features and rustic charm. Adjacent to the farmhouse is a large detached stone barn with planning consent in place for conversion to three bedroom residential accommodation. The land surrounding extends to 43.20 acres (17.4ha) and is split by the A683, with each lot offering excellent roadside access allowing the holding to easily be run as a single unit. The land offers grade four, productive meadow and pastureland all with a natural water supply and roadside access points.

Positioned in the rural setting of Cautley, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this area is well know for its stunning countryside and is the perfect spot to enjoy outdoor life and local surroundings including only a stones throw away from the iconic Cautley Spout which is the highest waterfall in England, above ground, cascading approximately 200m. The holding is situated a short distance from the quaint market town of Sedbergh, renowned for its charming streets, book shops and cafes there is plenty on offer. For families there are both primary and secondary schools, including the renowned independent Sedbergh school being a great attraction to the town. Despite its rural position the property is well situated for access to the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale to the south and Kirkby Stephen to the north with access to the M6 motorway via Junction 37.

Offered either as a whole or in 8 lots, this property provides an opportunity for purchasers to acquire a configuration as they wish and is ideal for those looking for an enhanced rural life, looking to purchase land for a small-scale amenity and hobby farming interests, through to those looking for a whole farm or for local interests looking to add to their existing holdings.

Lot 1 – House, Yard, Barn and 4.94 acres (1.9ha) – Offers in excess of £675,000

With access leading from the A683 into the yard area, Lot 1 comprises a detached stone 3 bedroom farmhouse property set on the edge of the yard. Having been a much-loved family home for many years the property offers a blend of original features and rustic charm as well as being a blank canvas for somebody to make their own. Internally the accommodation provides for generous living spaces with two reception rooms and a kitchen dining space to the ground floor and 3 bedrooms to the first floor together with a house bathroom and box room. The property also provides plenty of storage throughout.

Set within the yard area is a large detached stone barn with the benefit of planning consent under planning reference S/03/715. The planning provides for the conversion of the stone barn into a three bedroom single dwelling house (subject to a local occupancy condition) or short term holiday let, together with two garages, outbuildings and the installation of associated drainage. This consent is ideal for those looking to move with family or those looking to generate an income from visitors of the local surroundings.

Beyond the house is 4.94 acres of agricultural land which is accessed from the yard area. This is ideal for those looking for a lifestyle purchase who want to benefit from having plenty of space for family and animals alike.

Lot 2 - 6.55 acres (2.6ha) - Offers in Excess of £60,000

Comprising 6.55 acres of productive meadow and pastureland which adjoins the River Rawthey. The land has excellent roadside access onto the A683 and a natural water supply. This is an ideal block of land to add to Lot 1 for those looking for additional land to create a smallholding-type prospect and / or ideal for those local farming interests.

Please note: should the property sell in lots, a right of way on foot will be reserved for gaining access to the fishing rights.

Lot 3 – 7.45 acres (3.0ha) - Offers in excess of £45,000

Comprising a block of land extending to 7.45 acres or thereabouts of pastureland situated on the east of the A683. The land adjoins West Gill to the north providing natural watering. The land is well fenced with stockproof boundaries and has excellent roadside access.

Lot 4 – 6.42 acres (2.5ha) - Offers in excess of £40,000

Comprising a block of land extending to 6.42 acres or thereabouts of meadowland situated on the east of the A683. The land is well fenced with stockproof boundaries and has excellent roadside access from the A683 and natural watering.

Lot 5 – 9.50 acres (3.8ha) - Offers in excess of £75,000

Comprising a block of land extending to 9.50 acres or thereabouts of pastureland situated on the east of the A683. This lot sits adjacent to the Lot 1 making this an ideal addition should purchasers require additional acreage. The land is split by Hollow Lane, a bridlepath which runs between each parcel. Famous for being part of Sedbergh Schools Wilson Run, the land has an incline making this a testing part of the run.

Lot 6 – 3.26 acres (1.3ha) - Offers in excess of £40,000

Comprising a block of land extending to 3.26 acres or thereabouts of meadowland together with recently improved and upgraded sheep pens ideal for handling of livestock and or for use as a holding pen when gathering the adjoining fell. This lot is accessed from the fell road which leads from the A683. The land is well fenced with stock proof fencing, has natural watering and is ideal for those with surrounding land interests and fell rights.

Lot 7 - 5.08 acres (2.1ha) - Offers in excess of £35,000

Comprising a block of land extending to 5.08 acres or thereabouts of pastureland which adjoins lot 4, 5 and 6. This block of land is accessed from the fell road which leads from the A683. The land is well fenced with stock proof fencing, benefits from natural watering and is ideal for those with surrounding land interests and fell rights.

Lot 8— Fishing Rights – Offers in excess of £15,000

An opportunity to acquire 640m of exclusive fishing rights on the River Rawthey. This picturesque part of the river is a hidden gem and has been used privately during the current vendors ownership and is somewhat untouched. With excellent pools, the River Rawthey is home to a variety of species, including trout and salmon making this a great setting for both novice and seasoned fishermen. Given the informal nature of the fishing use there are no fishing records available.

High Wardses has the opportunity to be purchased as a whole and / or in lots depending on the requirements of purchasers and offers are invited by the tender date as referenced below. Being situated in a sought-after and valuable landscape this is an excellent opportunity for somebody to create a truly unique lifestyle excellent scope and potential.