Blackford Cottage - Porlock

METHOD OF SALE 

The property will be offered for sale by Online Traditional Auction (unless sold prior.) The auction end date is Thursday 1st June 2023 at 5pm.

The vendor reserves the right to withdraw or alter the property for sale prior to the auction end date. The property can be accessed via our website - stags.co.uk.

SITUATION

The property sits in the most incredibly private and tranquil setting surrounded by the Holnicote Estate. The Holnicote estate covers c.12,000 acres of the Exmoor National Park with stunning views and features five picturesque villages, a shingle beach and ancient woodland while a comprehensive range of local amenities can be found in the popular village of Porlock some 4 miles away. Porlock is a delightful village with good local facilities and a thriving community. On the doorstep lie the wide open spaces of Exmoor, accessed by endless bridleways and footpaths beloved of walkers, horse riders, hikers and birdwatchers. Around 7.8 miles away, lies the seaside town of Minehead with its extensive sandy beaches, and a host of shopping, sporting and entertainment amenities. 

DESCRIPTION - AUCTION GUIDE £300,000

The property is accessed off a country lane that runs from Pool Bridge to Porlock Post. A moorland track leads for approximately half a mile down to a clearing located by Nutscale Water where the property is then approached by foot across a small footbridge over the river and along a path to the property. Due to the location of Blackford Cottage the property is private and secluded with far reaching countryside and moorland views.

ACCOMMODATION 

The property comprises of three bedrooms, with the front entrance via a stable door with overhanging canopy straight into the sitting room with large open inglenook fireplace. Through the sitting room there is a bright kitchen with mezzanine floor and double stable doors leading out onto the gardens providing wonderful views of the moor. On the other side of the sitting room is the bathroom along with a log store and a useful utility room. The utility room and log store present an excellent opportunity for future interior development. 

OUTSIDE 

The property is approached via a country track and a pedestrian footbridge. The gardens are laid to lawn and benefit from far reaching countryside views and surrounding moorland.

SERVICES

Private Water Supply and Drainage.

VIEWINGS 

Due to the rural location of this cottage and inaccessibility for non 4x4 vehicles, we ask that no potential interested parties attempt to drive to this cottage, even if they own a 4x4. All viewings are to be strictly agreed with the selling agent who will meet any viewers on the public road and drive them to the cottage. The track crosses open moorland and we must ensure that this does not get damaged by numerous vehicles accessing the property or meeting each other on the track as there are few passing places. Walking to the cottage is of course no problem as you can follow the bridleway. 

DIRECTIONS  

From Minehead proceed out on the A39 towards Porlock. At red post, turn left signposted to Horner and continue along this road passing the West Luccombe Farm on your right. Take the next right signposted to the ‘Filter Station’ and proceed up this hill over the cattle grid. Keep left at the next split and follow the lane over the moor and down the hill to Pool Bridge. Continue up the other side and then keep right and proceed over the cattle grid. Continue for c.0.5 miles and you will see a gravelled parking area on your right. This will be the meeting point for viewings. 

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PROOF OF INDENTITY

Under Money Laundering Regulations 2017 it is a requirement for Estate Agents to perform due diligence checks on any person that intends to bid at auction.

There will be a requirement for all bidders to register via the online sales site and complete the ID checks. There is no charge for registration.

BUYERS & ADMINISTRATION FEE 

The successful purchaser(s) will be liable to pay the sum of £5,000. From this a buyer’s fee of £2,400 inc VAT is retained by Stags/Bamboo as a contribution towards the online platform costs, and £2,600 is payable towards the purchase price.

An additional administration fee of £1,200 inc VAT will be payable by the successful purchaser immediately after the auction. This will be separately invoiced by Stags.

LEGAL PACK

Copies of the legal pack and special conditions of sale are available online to be downloaded, via the tab on the online auction property listing page.

Prospective purchasers will need to register with the Bamboo online platform in order to download the legal pack. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.

Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to inspect the legal documentation and to consult legal advice prior to bidding.

SOLICITOR ACTING

Hilary Coles - Maitland Walker

22, The Parks, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 8BT.

[email protected] 01643707777

COMPLETION DATE

The completion date will be 28 days from the auction.

DEFINITION OF AUCTION AND RESERVE

Guide price(s) are an indication of the seller’s expectation. Reserve price(s) are a figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell the lot at auction. We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Guide prices may change at any time prior to the auction.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF SALE

Particulars, remarks and stipulations contained herein shall be deemed to form part of the special conditions of sale/auction information pack and in case of any inconsistencies the provisions of the latter shall prevail. Special conditions of sale/auction information pack is available online. It is assumed that the Purchaser will have made all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.

BUYERS & ADMINISTRATION FEE 

The successful purchaser(s) will be liable to pay the sum of £5,000. From this a buyer’s fee of £2,400 inc VAT is retained by Stags/Bamboo as a contribution towards the online platform costs, and £2,600 is payable towards the purchase price.

An additional administration fee of £1,200 inc VAT will be payable by the successful purchaser immediately after the auction. This will be separately invoiced by Stags.