Debdale Farm, Thorpe Arnold, Melton Mowbray 12pp - KWS

DEBDALE FARM, THORPE ARNOLD, MELTON MOWBRAY, LEICESTERSHIRE

St Mary’s Street, Stamford
Lincolnshire, PE9 2DE
Tel: 01780 484520
Email: stamford@kingwest.co.uk
Land & Estate Agents • Commercial
Town Planning & Development Consultants
Offices – Market Harborough • Stamford

These particulars are intended as a guide and must not be relied upon as statements of facts

Debdale Farm

Melton Spinney Road, Thorpe Arnold, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 4SB

Melton Mowbray 3 miles, Oakham 13 miles, Grantham 14 miles,
(Direct train to London Kings Cross 1hr 15 mins), Uppingham 20 miles,
Nottingham 21 miles, Stamford 25 miles. (All distances and times are approximate)

A most attractive, unlisted, turn of the century, 4 bed farmhouse set within 34 acres
of pasture land within the Vale of Belvoir with stables, a 4 bay, double height,
agricultural barn and a beautiful set of brick outbuildings with planning potential

• An unlisted farmhouse built in 1900 with an abundance of original features
• Kitchen-living-diner with access to dining terrace and courtyard
• Separate sitting room and dining room each with feature fireplaces
• Boot room and downstairs WC
• Principal bedroom with ensuite and feature fireplace
• A further 3 double bedrooms with family bathroom
• Stables, feed barn, wash box, 2 garages, workshop, old granary and agricultural barn
• 34 acres of land within the historic Leicestershire Wolds and the area known as ‘Happy Valley’
• Landscaped gardens with mature trees, shrubs, orchard and pond
• Planning potential for both the farmhouse and the outbuildings

Situation

Debdale Farm is nestled in the rolling countryside of the beautiful Vale of Belvoir, close to the sought-after village of Scalford. Scalford is situated
on the Jubilee Way footpath from Melton Mowbray to Belvoir Castle, and is a popular ‘stop off’ for walkers between Melton and the Vale of
Belvoir. Debdale Farm is also a short drive from Belvoir Castle, with the Engine Yard and many leisure activities within the Vale.

There is one public house and restaurant in the village, the Kings Arms, along with a school and a post office which also sells a limited range of
groceries. There is a modern village hall surrounded by a playing field, which hosts a range of community activities.

Communications in the area are excellent. Melton Mowbray lies 19 miles north-east of Leicester and 20 miles south-east of Nottingham.
Melton Mowbray railway station is on the Birmingham to Stanstead Airport line. Hourly trains also go to Leicester, Peterborough and Cambridge.
The A606 provides great access from Melton Mowbray to Nottingham and Oakham and the A607 between Leicester and Grantham. Grantham
station also has direct trains to London Kings Cross. East Midlands Airport is approximately 45 minutes away providing superb access to Europe.

Education in the area is well renowned with both public and state schooling for all ages available in Melton Mowbray, Grantham, Oakham,
Uppingham and Stamford.

Rutland Water with its nature reserve, water sports and trout fishing is some 20 miles to the south and ‘Twinlakes’, a family park, is within
driving distance. Several golf courses may be found close by and for those of equestrian persuasion, there is a network of happy hacking
opportunities on your doorstep. For the more adventurous, Debdale Farm is situated in historic Belvoir Hunt country.

Description

Debdale Farm, built in 1900, is a beautiful, turn of the century, red brick farmhouse with many original
features from flag stones to window shutters. The property was left completely derelict until the current
owners took on the extensive refurbishment, creating an inviting, family home some 26 years ago.

Entering from the courtyard, through the stable door with glazed top half, the boot room houses the
boiler and there is plumbing for a fridge freezer and washing machine as well as built-in storage and
butler sink. Quarry tiles lead into the kitchen-living-dining area, the heart of the home, dual aspect,
flooded with natural light with high ceilings.

The kitchen element of the space has a large, cream Aga (available by separate negotiation), butler
sink infront of a sash window and double doors onto the courtyard, a pantry is just off the kitchen.
With ample space for a dining table, the kitchen flows into a snug seating area with double doors out
onto the west facing dining terrace.

Through from the kitchen is the sitting room with beautiful sash windows framed with original shutters.
An Aga multi-fuel burner sits in the original fireplace surround and the original, exposed, wooden
floorboards are suspended.

The owners worked meticulously to revive original features throughout the property and although the
front door had to be replaced, the original lock was reinstated. A window above the paned front door
adds to the natural light along the flag stoned hallway.

Across from the sitting room is the dual aspect dining room with views south and west. The open
fireplace, with original slate surround, provides a delightful focal point to the room.

To the end of the hallway, a tiled, downstairs WC completes the ground floor.

Alighting the wooden stairs, rising to the first floor, a large sash window ensures the landing is light
and bright. The first floor consists of exposed, wooden flooring throughout, and the beautiful high
ceilings continue through the rooms.

To the front of the property are two double bedrooms with views out to the south, extending over
rolling countryside. A further double bedroom with dual access and views over the courtyard also has
a beautiful feature fireplace. Stepping down, the family shower room, with underfloor heating, looks
across the countryside to the west.

The Principal suite enjoys dual aspect both south and west and has a beautiful feature fireplace. Down
a couple of steps into the ensuite, there is a free-standing roll top bath with views to the west.

The landing hallway has loft access and there is an airing cupboard with emersion heater and shelving
for laundry and linens.

OUTSIDE AND OUT-BUILDINGS

Debadale Farm can be found at the end of a mile long track set in the undulating countryside of the
Wolds. The land boasts one of the highest points in the area and has spectacular views in all directions,
the home itself sheltered in the ‘Happy Valley’. The best of both worlds, Debdale Farm is beautifully
secluded and private, yet all connected to Melton Mowbray and local villages, as well as having
neighbours positioned just over a field away.

Debdale Farm enjoys 34 acres of land which has been divided into an 8-acre paddock, known as the
Home Paddock, a second 8 acre paddock across the brook (one of the main brooks into Melton
Mowbray) and a 17-acre paddock, the remainder of the land composing of landscaped gardens,
orchard, driveway and parking/turning area. The 17-acre paddock has good access to a bridle path.
Due to the hill scape of the 17-acre paddock, it has great potential for a canter track. Some of the land
falls to rig and furrow and the paddocks have previously produced good meadow hay and are currently
grazed by both horses and sheep.





26 years ago, the owners landscaped the immediate gardens, placing hedgerows and planting trees
creating a haven for local wildlife. The old orchard within the grounds has been restocked with new
additions. The formal lawn extends from the west facing dining terrace and there is a raised lawn
surrounded by yew. The south facing, front of the home is largely laid to lawn with a spring fed pond
surrounded by willows. A courtyard garden completes the grounds with box hedging.

A large agricultural barn provides shelter for bales and space for equestrian or other vehicles. Due to its
size, it also has potential for crew yards/ conversion to American barn-style stabling.

There are 2 large, red brick garages one of which also features a workshop. The owners restored the
garages rebuilding the gable end and insulating both the floors and walls. Adjoined to the garaging is the
two-storey, old granary barn with pantile roof which has been maintained over the years to prevent any
damp and is currently used for storage. The old granary has an abundance of potential to be converted
(STP), taking advantage of the stunning views from the first floor.

Between the old granary and the farmhouse is a concrete stable yard, contained by an attractive red brick
wall, accessed by either the main gate or side gate. Two of the stables are currently utilised with a feed
barn leading to the farmhouse courtyard. There is also a wash box and a further two stables featuring the
original dairy mangers and pipes with access to the old granary. The circular hard standing also has a drain.

A coal and oil shed and a wood store concludes the outbuildings around the grounds.

General Remarks

PLANNING

Planning permission was granted to convert the house in to a 7 bedroomed residence - this permission
has now lapsed.

SPORTING, TIMBER AND MINERAL RIGHTS

In so far as they are owned rights of sporting and timber are included within the sale. The agents
understand that both oil and mineral rights are reserved by the Duke of Rutland.

PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES

The plans and associated acreages have been prepared for illustrative purposes and their accuracy cannot
be guaranteed.

RIGHTS OF WAY, EAVESMENTS, WAY LEAVES

There are no public rights of way across the land.

The property will be sold subject to the benefit of all existing rights, both public and private including
rights of way, supply of drainage, water abstraction, electricity supplies and other rights, covenants,
restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves, whether referred to or not.

It may be necessary for rights and reservations to be made to provide services, access and maintenance
to the properties if the property is not sold as a whole.

SERVICES

Mains water and electricity are connected. Private drainage. Oil central heating. None of the services have
been tested by the agents. General waste and recycling is collected from the property, not at the end of
the track.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as curtains, light
fittings and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY

Melton Borough Council: 01664 502502

VIEWING

The property may only be inspected by prior arrangement through King West,
Tel: 01780 484520

DIRECTIONS

We suggest you follow these directions rather than following satellite navigation
via the postcode.

From the south and Thorpe Arnold, take the Melton Spinney Road heading north
signed for Scalford. After approximately 2.5 miles having crested the hill, turn
right immediately after the farm stead on the right hand side up the lane way
marked with the public footpath sign. Continue over the crest of the hill passing
the farm on the right, Debdale Farm is located after approximately 1 mile at
the end of the lane.

From the north and Scalford, take the Thorpe Side road heading south signed
for Thorpe Arnold. After approximately 800 meters before reaching the crest of
the hill, turn left up the lane way marked with the public footpath sign. Continue
over the crest of the hill passing the farm on the right, Debdale Farm is located
after approximately 1 mile at the end of the lane.

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Floorplans

Main House - Approx Gross Internal Floor Area = 211 Sq/m - 2271 Sq/ft N
Stables - Approx Gross Internal Floor Area = 225 Sq/m - 2422 Sq/ft
Total Approx Gross Internal Floor Area = 436 Sq/m - 4693 Sq/ft

Shower A/C Store Granary Barn
Room Two Storey
4.65m x 2.49m Stable/Wash Box Stable
15'3 x 8'2 5.32m x 7.94m
13.44m x 4.35m 17'6 x 26'1
Bedroom 2 44'1 x 14'3
Garage / Workshop
4.61m x 4.87m Stable Yard
5.35m x 5.41m
15'2 x 16' 17'7 x 17'9

En-Suite Designed and Printed by Innovate Design & Print • T 07812 655345 • E brochures@innovate-dp.co.ukStable Garage
Reception Hall
4.63m x 4.67m 5.21m x 2.89m
17'1 x 9'6
15'2 x 15'4

Landing

Principal Bedroom Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 Stable
2.43m x 3.38m
4.58m x 4.57m 3.33m x 3.40m 4.53m x 3.09m
15' x 15' 8' x 11'1
10'11 x 11'2 14'10 x 10'2

First Floor

Utility / Stable
Boot Room
4.67m x 5.58m

15'4 x 18'4

Breakfast Kitchen IMPORTANT NOTICE

8.39m x 4.87m King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
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2. The photographs illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.

3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have
been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been
dealt with properly and that all information is correct.

4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation Score Energy rating Current Potential
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otherwise as to the accuracy of each item. 25 | F
4.56m x 4.57m 4.52m x 4.57m 81-91 B
15' x 15' 5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy
14'10 x 15' themselves by inspection or otherwise.
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