Property description
CALLING ALL SELF-BUILDERS & FORWARD THINKING DEVELOPERS! LOOKING FOR A SUPERB PLOT OF LAND TO CREATE YOUR VERY OWN BESPOKE ECO-HOME?! OAKDENE FARM IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE AN INDIVIDUAL ARCHITECT DESIGNED ECO HOUSE BUILT TO PASSIVHAUS SPECIFICATION! ALSO INCLUDED IS A DETACHED BRICK BARN FOR CONVERSION WITH FULL RESIDENTIAL PLANNING CONSENT AND LAND EXTENDING TO circa 7.5 ACRES!! Oakdene Farm is one of the lowest carbon buildings in the country, providing a luxury and contemporary home that will be extremely cheap to run. This exciting project is much more than just a low-energy building it is at the cutting edge of design set within beautiful rural countryside, yet minutes from excellent commuter links and the motorway. This super property has undergone extensive redevelopment to achieve building regs certification and now ready for final fix completion by it's new owner! Think of it, as your very own dream eco self build opportunity - but with the hard work already complete!!
Location
Oakdene Farm occupies an idyllic rural setting surrounded by rolling countryside yet minutes from commuter links and amenities.Approximately 0.5 miles in distance is Audley, a popular village offering a selection of local amenities. For further amenities the market towns of Newcastle under Lyme, Alsager, Nantwich, Sandbach and Kidsgrove, together with Stoke, are all within easy reach. Providing extensive amenities, including leisure facilities, shopping and restaurants. There are a number of highly regarded schools within the area.For the commuter M6 Motorway Junction 16 is approximately 2 miles in distance, together with major commuter roadlinks. There are railway stations located at Crewe, Alsager & Kidsgrove. Manchester Airport is approximately 30 miles.
Eco-Home Built to Passivhaus Specification
Green technologies have paved the way for developers to create a truly energy efficient home with a low carbon footprint that is stylish, comfortable, cost efficient and ecological at the same time! Individually Architect designed, Oakdene Farm is one of the lowest carbon buildings in the country, providing a luxury and contemporary home that will be extremely cheap to run.This exciting project is much more than just a low-energy building it is at the cutting edge of design set within beautiful rural countryside with grounds extending up to approximately 7.5 acres in total, yet minutes from excellent commuter links and the motorway.Built to Passivhaus specification allow for heating and cooling related energy savings. The building has 300mm insulation under the floor and 400mm insulation in the walls and roof. At Oakdene Farm the roof has 4kw of PV panels and solar thermal hot water which are expected to generate tariffs of £20k over the next 20 years. Oakdene Farm uses energy sources inside the building such as solar heat entering the building - making heating a lot easier.The triple glazed windows, excellent insulation and a building shell clad in oak consisting of good insulated exterior walls, roof and floor slab keep the heat during winter in the house - and keep it out during summer.A ventilation system consistently supplies fresh air making for superior air quality!This exciting opportunity has been completed to Building Regs Certification, which will be provided. All electrical work, including the mechanical ventilation heat recovery system has been completed along with external window reveals, fitted bespoke staircase and ground floor tiles.The superstructure of the barn is complete with new floor, cavity-insulated walls and new clay tiled roof.Electric, water and drainage have all been connected. All work has been inspected by an approved inspector.This super property is now ready for final fix completion by it's new owner! Think of it, as your very own dream eco self build opportunity - but with the hard work already complete!!Dimensions as follows:
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall - 7' 10'' x 3' 7'' (2.40m x 1.10m)
Cloakroom - 7' 10'' x 11' 6'' (2.40m x 3.50m)
Lounge - 15' 5'' x 13' 5'' (4.70m x 4.10m)
Impressive double height space with full height picture window overlooking the beautiful far reaching views.
Dining Room - 15' 5'' x 11' 6'' (4.70m x 3.50m)
Breakfast Kitchen - 23' 11'' x 12' 4'' (7.30m x 3.75m)
Utility - 7' 10'' x 11' 6'' (2.40m x 3.50m)
Home Office - 11' 10'' x 11' 6'' (3.60m x 3.50m)
Studio - 23' 11'' x 12' 4'' (7.30m x 3.75m)
First Floor
Study Area
Bathroom - 7' 10'' x 11' 6'' (2.40m x 3.50m)
Bedroom One - 23' 11'' x 12' 4'' (7.30m x 3.75m)
Bedroom Two - 11' 10'' x 11' 6'' (3.60m x 3.50m)
Bathroom - 7' 10'' x 11' 6'' (2.40m x 3.50m)
Bedroom Three - 11' 10'' x 11' 6'' (3.60m x 3.50m)
Bedroom Four - 12' 4'' x 23' 11'' (3.75m x 7.30m)
Detached Brick & Tile Barn
Adjacent to the detached Eco-Home is a detached brick and tile outbuilding with full planning consent for conversion to a residential dwelling. Initial construction has been started, however, the building is currently in the first stages of redevelopment. Dimensions as follows:
Entrance Hall
Open Plan Lounge/Diner - 20' 0'' x 26' 7'' (6.10m x 8.10m)
Bedroom Three - 15' 1'' x 10' 1'' (4.60m x 3.07m)
Bedroom Two - 15' 1'' x 10' 11'' (4.60m x 3.32m)
Utility - 6' 11'' x 7' 9'' (2.10m x 2.36m)
Shower Room - 6' 11'' x 7' 9'' (2.10m x 2.36m)
Bedroom One - 20' 0'' x 11' 11'' (6.10m x 3.64m)
En-Suite - 14' 0'' x 9' 0'' (4.26m x 2.75m)
Planning Permission
The dwellings have full planning consent for independent residential use approved by Newcastle Under Lyme Borough Council.Application Number: 15/206/FUL for the Eco-Barn & 13/627/FUL for the brick and tile barn
Outside
Oakdene Farm is set within beautiful rural countryside with land extending to approximately 7.5 acres in total. The land is enclosed by well established hedges and part post and rail fencing. The land currently comprises gently sloping grass paddocks and includes wildlife pool, specimen trees. There is separate gated access to the far paddock. A generous plot, extending to approximately 1 acre has been allocated within the plans for landscaping to provide gardens and driveway for the property.
Directions
From Nantwich take the A500 East towards Stoke on Trent. At Barthomley Interchange roundabout take the third exit and continue ahead on the A500. Take the first exit signed Audley. At the T junction turn right onto Bignall End Road then first left onto Eardleyend Road. Bear left onto Cross Lane and left again onto Great Oak Road. The proeprty will be situated on the left hand side identified by the For Sale Board. Please note that there are currently roadworks on the bridge at Bignall End Road. Therefore, you will need to continue on the A500 to Talke and then come back on yourself on the A500 to exit at Audley.
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