3 bedroom bungalow for sale

Black How Farm comprises a 3-bed bungalow with a collection of former agricultural structures offering scope for conversion or replacement, subject to planning, together with approx. 55.24 acres (22.35ha) of agricultural land in a ring fence. The bungalow is accessed via a short track from the public highway, with the land set between the dwelling and the River Ehen. Built in 2013, the bungalow is of typical construction being of brick walls under a slate roof. The bungalow is set in an elevated position with views across open countryside to the River and Cumbrian fells. The bungalow offers accommodation extending to approximately 128.3 m² (1382 ft²) arranged over one floor with three bedrooms, a formal reception room and an open-plan style kitchen/living area. The property also benefits from two bathrooms and utility room. The property is subject to an occupancy clause, please see further details for information. The accommodation is comprised as follows: Ground Floor EntryKitchen/Living Area (7.95 x 3.83m)Reception Room (3.84 x 4.63m)Bathroom (3.00 x 2.37m)Bedroom (4.31 x 3.24m)Bedroom (3.39 x 3.23m)Bedroom (4.13 x 4.53m)Bathroom (2.67 x 1.07m)Utility Room (1.69 x 2.44m) SERVICES Mains WaterMains ElectricityPrivate foul drainageHeating is provided by gas fired boilerDouble Glazing is present throughout COUNCIL TAX Council Tax Band: CLocal Authority: Copeland AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS AT BLACK HOW FARM In front of the bungalow adjacent to the public road, there is a range of farm buildings, including: Store Barn with tin sheet roofRedundant Byre with slate roof and lean-toBarn that is lofted with part tin sheet roofDevelopment potential The buildings offer an opportunity for further development subject to necessary planning consents. Purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries to Cumberland planning. AGRICULTURAL LAND AT BLACK HOW FARM The land extends to approx. 55.24 acres (22.35ha) and comprises of good agricultural land, suited to grazing or mowing, and is classified as Grade 3 agricultural land. The land is mainly productive grassland, gently sloping in a westerly direction towards the River Ehen being the boundary in several locations. The land is watered by mains and natural supplies. The property also benefits from four small areas of woodland, consisting of established native trees, some of these areas are grazable. Please see the sale plan for approximate location(s) in relation to the bungalow. FURTHER DETAILS METHOD OF SALE The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty as a whole. The Vendor reserves the right to amend these particulars, not to accept any offer received or to withdraw the property from sale at any time. A closing date for offers may be fixed, and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling Agents. Offers are to be made to the Land Agency Department at Mitchells Auction Company Ltd. VIEWING Strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents: Land Agency Dept., Mitchell’s Auction Co. Ltd., Lakeland Livestock Centre, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QQ. [use Contact Agent Button] [use Contact Agent Button] Vendors and their agents do not accept any responsibility for accidents or personal injury caused or suffered at viewings whether accompanied or not. TENURE AND TITLE The property is being sold subject to grant of probate and an application to the Land Registry for title. Vacant possession with be granted on completion.The Coast to Coast public right of way crosses the property. The bungalow is sold subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Clause. The occupation of the dwelling shall be limited to a person Solely or mainly working, or last working in the locality of agriculture or forestry, or the widow or widower of such a person, and to any dependants. Further information is to be obtained from Cumbria County Council. The property is sold subject to all existing burdens (covenants, wayleaves, rights of way, easements, quasi-easements, rights of access, ancient monuments, etc.) whether public or private and whether constituted in the title deeds or not. The purchasers will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of such burdens and are advised to contact the Vendor’s solicitor in order to do so. VENDOR’S SOLICITOR Suzanne Webb – HFT Gough & Co, Whitehaven BASIC PAYMENT (BPS) SCHEMES The agricultural land is registered for rural payments by the Rural Land register. The vendors will retain any de-linked BPS payments relating to the farm. ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP / SFI The property has not been entered into any environmental scheme. Insofar as the vendor is aware the property is not affected by an environmental, historical, archaeological, or other statutory designation. BOUNDARIES Responsibility for the maintenance of boundaries is indicated by inward facing ‘T’ marks on the Sale Plan and is from information provided by the Vendor. Where no mark is shown no further information is available. SPORTING & MINERAL RIGHTS TBC MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS Under the 2017 AML regulations we are legally required to carry out AML checks against purchasers. Purchasers will be required to provide photo ID, proof of address and confirmation of funding. LOCAL AUTHORITY Cumberland Council. VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT) VAT will not be charged on the sale. DATE OF PREPARATION July 2025.
Roof type: Clay tiles.

Mobile signal/coverage: Good.

Flooded in the last 5 years: No.

Building Safety: None of the above.

Construction materials used: Brick and block.

Water source: Direct mains water.

Electricity source: National Grid.

Sewerage arrangements: Septic Tank.

Heating Supply: Central heating (gas).

Does the property have required access (easements, servitudes, or wayleaves)?
Yes.

Do any public rights of way affect your your property or its grounds?
Yes.

Parking Availability: Yes.