An attractive parcel of approximately 41 acres of prime agricultural lands, with future development zoning potential. Located along the Milecross Road, on the Belfast side of Newtownards and just off Bradshaw’s Brae.

DESCRIPTION
Providing a substantial block of prime agricultural ground, combining scale, quality and excellent road frontage.

Extending to Circa 41 acres or 16.68 hectares, this single block of land enjoys an attractive semi-rural setting and presents commanding views over Newtownards town, open countryside, Scrabo Tower and Strangford Lough.

The farmland is laid out in a series of well-proportioned fields, No.6 in total, enclosed by mature trees, native hedgerows and fencing. The soils offer good drainage and are fertile, offering strong farming heritage capable of supporting a wide range of crop rotation, ample grazing, equestrian use and modern agricultural enterprises. Access is facilitated by multiple entry points off the Milecross Road, allowing ease of operation with large machinery.

This is a long-standing agricultural area characterised by open countryside, dispersed farmsteads and gently rolling farmland, offering a peaceful rural setting with strong agricultural credentials. The land enjoys an attractive rural aspect, benefiting from a sweeping panorama of countryside, rural dwellings, rolling fields, woodland pockets and far-reaching views that create its sense of peacefulness.

LOCATION
The subject parcel of agricultural land is ideally positioned on the urban/rural fringe of Newtownards town, along the North Western boundary of the current development limit for Newtownards under the remit of the Ards and North Down Area Master Plan 2015. The land is located just outside the development limit currently.

The holding offers excellent accessibility to Newtownards (C.1.8 miles), Comber (C.4.9 miles), Holywood (C.7.3 miles) and Belfast City (C.12.5 miles).

TITLE
We are advised that the subject site is held by way of freehold title. Vacant possession will be granted to the successful purchaser upon completion.

SINGLE FARM PAYMENT
There are no Single Farm Payment/Basic Payment Scheme entitlements included in the sale of these lands.

TAX PAYABLE
The land is subject to SDLT (Stamp Duty Land Tax) at 5% on the purchase value.

TERMS OF SALE
The lands are being offered For Sale by Private Treaty.

Interested parties submitting an offer should include:
- Confirmation of name and address of proposed purchaser
- Confirmation of offer level
- Proof of funds from a financial institution confirming ability
to complete the purchase
- Proposed timescale for completion
- Details of the solicitor acting for the purchaser

Further documentation will be provided at the point of agreed sale.

ASKING PRICE - £1,000,000 (One Million Pounds Sterling)

*Inspection of the lands is strictly by prior appointment with the selling agent. *

Please contact Richard Orr in our Newtownards office on 02891 800700 or richard.orr@simonbrien.com