METHOD OF SALE
The property will be offered for sale by Online Traditional Auction. The end of the online auction is scheduled for 6pm on the 2nd February 2022. The vendor reserves the right to withdraw or alter the property for sale prior to the auction end date. Details can be accessed via our website stags.co.uk - Online Property & Land Auctions. Auction Guide of £125,000-£150,000.
SITUATION
Located approximately 10 miles north-east of Holsworthy and 1.5 miles east of Shebbear, both of which offer a range of amenities, the woodland lies in attractive, rolling Devon countryside with the popular coastal resorts of Bideford and Clovelly 13 and 16 miles respectively. There is convenient access onto the A30 from Okehampton (14.5 miles) which, in turn, provides dual carriageway access to the cathedral cities of Truro and Exeter.
Maskall Wood, once part of the Buckland estate, is part of a large block of forestry. It is set back off the road about 2/3 of a mile and accessed through a locked gate, and over stoned rides through mature Douglas Fir and Sitka Spruce. It lies in a sheltered and very private and peaceful position, with the cabin sitting in an elevated position overlooking a boardwalk down to the ponds.
DESCRIPTION
“The essence of nature and tranquillity” is how the current owners describe the land. In all, Maskall wood measures 7.25 acres of mostly mixed broadleaf with a few conifers on the higher ground. The cabin was built from timber harvested within the woodland itself and has full planning consent for use as a work shelter during woodland stays. The cabin has been recently upgraded to include a new AGA Wenlock wood burning stove, has a comfortable seating area and a large sleeping loft accessible by ladder from the ground floor. The cabin veranda is accessed through double doors and provides spectacular panoramic views of the woodland from an elevated position.
A dinghy, included in the sale, may be used to explore the two inter-connected ponds and their small islands. A boardwalk and footbridges provide access over numerous streams to Mussel Brook, (a small river which runs along the eastern woodland boundary). The current owners have enjoyed frequent stays in the cabin to fully appreciate the peaceful calm of the woodland, its rich abundance of birds and wildlife and to carry out improvements to the property. A nearby small freshwater spring provides a convenient potable water supply. There are no mains service connected.
CARBON SEQUESTRATION
According to EcoMatcher.com Maskall Woods has been estimated to sequester carbon equivalent to 170 transatlantic return flights or driving 100,000 miles in a diesel vehicle!)
TENURE & COMPLETION
The land is sold freehold and is being offered with vacant possession on completion, 6 weeks after the auction, or earlier by arrangement.
WAYLEAVES, COVENANTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY
The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of any wayleave agreements in respect of electricity or telephone equipment crossing the property, together with any restrictive covenants or public or private rights of way. The Ordnance Survey Plan shows there are no public rights of way crossing the property. There is a covenant restricting the property from being used as a commercial campsite and various other uses that are likely to cause the neighbours a nuisance, which is reciprocated in the neighbours titles Further details are contained within the legal pack..
GRANT SCHEMES
Whilst there may be opportunities to obtain woodland or environmental grants, the current owners have not explored this, leaving the land without the usual restrictions that can apply with these.
PROOF OF IDENTITY
Under the 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 Auctions as a contribution towards the online platform costs, and £2,600 is payable towards the purchase price/deposit.
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. The purchaser shall also reimburse the vendor the cost of the searches carried out.
VENDOR'S SOLICITORS
Stephen Morrison, Thurstan Hoskin Solicitors, Chynoweth, Chapel Street, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 2BY. Tel 01209 213646 Fax 01209 210069
AUCTION LEGAL PACK
This includes the searches, draft contract, deeds/epitome of title, special conditions of sale etc, and is available online to be downloaded, via the tab on the online auction property listing page. It is the purchaser's responsibility to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction. Due to Covid precautions we are not making it available for inspection at Stags offices Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to inspect the legal documentation and to consult legal advice prior to bidding.
DEFINITION OF GUIDE & 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.
-Guide price(s) may change at any time prior to the Auction.
VIEWING
Strictly by prior appointment with the vendor's appointed agents, Stags Bideford Office.
DIRECTIONS
From Shebbear leave the village heading east passing the grounds of Shebbear College on your left. Proceed straight over the first two crossroads, signposted Buckland Filleigh. Pass Buckland House on the right and the access track to the woodland is the next on the left, after about half a mile. Follow the track through fields and for viewing, park beside the locked gate into the woodland on the right, opposite the timber collection yard. Proceed on foot along this track and after 1/3 of a mile you will see a Stags For Sale Board on the SW corner of Maskall Wood. Turn left for the Cabin.