| Organic/Biodynamic Vineyard, Winery + House |
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| Property is: | For Sale | ||||||||
| Property Size: | 16 Acres | ||||||||
| Planted: | 12 | ||||||||
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| WINE ESTATE Retirement Sale 3-bed low energy chalet bungalow (AOC) with large veranda, 16 acres land (12 planted to vines), outbuildings (winery, shop). Secluded location 100 yds off busy B-road, with far-reaching views over High Weald, an officially designated "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty" (AONB). Just 7 miles north of the South Coast holiday resort of HASTINGS in East Sussex. Retirement sale of England's oldest organic vineyard. Established up-market brand in UK. Approx 50% sales to end consumer, and 50% to Trade. Products include red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. Established by present owners in 1979 and organic from inception. Converted to Biodynamic 2010. 16 acres land, including 12 acres planted to vines. A further 11 acres vines available for continuation of rent from 3rd parties in 2 other seperate locations 1 mile and 4 miles distant. Land for sale area includes 2.5 acres mixed woodland suitable for coppicing, and a overgrown pond area suitable for reclamation. South facing 3-bedroom Chalet bungalow built 1987 to low energy use specification. Secluded location 100 yards off B-road with far-reaching views over High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Self-Built under supervision and fully compliant with both Planning & Building Control regulations. Solar Panel for summer hot water and Wood burning Cooking Stove for Winter central heating and hot water. Large veranda and lawn area to South. 2 reception rooms, large kitchen/dining room, 3 bedrooms, all with running hot and cold water washbasins, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets. Timber-framed, and timber-clad, and would benefit from some re-decoration, renovation and landscaping. Planning Restriction: House on the property is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (AOC). i.e. occupier must be employed in agriculture or be in retirement, having worked previously in agriculture. Planning Consent: One mobile home for additional person employed on the farm/vineyard. Winery equipment includes state-of-the-art Willmes 4 tonne tank membrane press, modern stainless steel crusher, filter and vaccum bottle filler. Glass fibre vats capacity approx 250hl. Barrique oak barrels and pasteurizing line for fruit juices. Price to be agreed. Similarly, vineyard tractor and other vineyard equipment. Development potential is considerable due to proximity to London (2 hours) and location within "1066 Country" a popular destination for tourists from other parts of UK as well as from mainland Europe and overseas. Function facilities could be developed. Vineyard expansion is also possible if additional land can be purchased from neighbour. Situated on B2244, 1.5 miles north of Sedlescombe, and 7 miles north of Hastings. Open to public daily for Vineyard & Woodland Nature trail + Wine tasting. |
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| $1.6m (£950,000) | |||||||||
| Property Location: | |||||||||
| Address | Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard | ||||||||
| City | ROBERTSBRIDGE | ||||||||
| County | East Sussex | ||||||||
| State/Prov. | --- Other | ||||||||
| Postal Code | TN32 5SA | ||||||||
| Country | United Kingdom | ||||||||
| Contact Information: | |||||||||
| Roy Cook | |||||||||
| +44 (0)1903 601240 | |||||||||
| Visit Sedlescombe Website | |||||||||
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| Category | Vineyards For Sale | ||||||||
| Created | 02.15.11 | ||||||||
| Posted By | roy.cook@englishorganicwine.co.u | ||||||||
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