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Land · SA5 7LY
For saleReduced £20k (−6.3%) on 23 SepListed 119 days
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About
A rare smallholding & development opportunity with approximately 4.3 acres Yopa are delighted to present to the sales market this exceptional and rarely available development opportunity, offering an exciting blend of countryside living, investment potential and approved planning permission in a sought-after semi-rural location.
Felindre, Swansea is a desirable rural village on the outskirts of Swansea, offering the perfect balance of countryside living and everyday convenience.
The area is surrounded by beautiful woodland, open countryside and scenic walking routes, making it ideal for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle.
Nearby amenities include local shops, public houses, schools and community facilities, while larger supermarkets, retail parks and leisure facilities can be found in nearby Pontarddulais, Gorseinon and Morriston.
Excellent road links via the M4 corridor provide easy access to Swansea City Centre, Llanelli, Neath and Cardiff, making the location ideal for commuters while retaining its tranquil rural charm.
Set within approximately 4.3 acres of land , this unique smallholding comprises a traditional farmhouse, a substantial long barn and a further L-shaped barn, creating endless possibilities for developers, investors, lifestyle buyers or those looking to establish a multi-use rural business.
A significant advantage of this property is that planning permission has already been approved , allowing purchasers to begin transforming the site without the uncertainty of the planning process.
The approved plans include: Extensive renovation and extension of the existing farmhouse to create an impressive family residence. Rebuilding and restoration of the long barn.
Conversion of the L-shaped barn into high-quality holiday letting accommodation, providing excellent potential for additional income. Application number - 2023/2077/ful.
Whether your vision is to create a stunning countryside home, develop a boutique holiday accommodation business, establish an equestrian or smallholding lifestyle, or secure a long-term investment in an increasingly desirable rural setting, this remarkable property offers the foundations to make it a reality.
The surrounding land provides flexibility for a variety of uses, including grazing, hobby farming, leisure activities or further landscaping, while the existing buildings retain an abundance of character and offer huge scope for sympathetic redevelopment.
Despite its peaceful rural position, the property enjoys convenient access to nearby towns, local amenities, transport links and the beautiful South Wales countryside, allowing buyers to enjoy the best of both worlds.
Development opportunities of this scale and potential are exceptionally rare. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this unique property has to offer.
Auctioneers Comments:This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period").
Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold). If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT.
This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken.
Any payment that will be received by the Agent or Auctioneer will be confirmed to you in writing before services are taken. Services are optional.
Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact.
All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
Money Laundering Regulations Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by Yopa, they will need to undertake an identification check and asked to provide information on the source and proof of funds.
This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml) and is a legal requirement.
We use a specialist third party service together with an in-house compliance team to verify your information.
The cost of these checks is £82.50 +VAT per purchase, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued.
This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Value & comps
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