Specialists in Rural Property

We deal with transactions involving different types of rural property. These include acting with the sale and purchase of farms and agricultural land, with associated residential property, farm cottages, liveries and commercial units and the acquisition and sale of land for development.

We advise on related elements, including the basic payment scheme, environmental stewardship schemes, occupancy issues (including residential, agricultural and commercial occupancies), and planning.

In addition to sale and purchase transactions, we undertake many other tasks relating to rural property, including:

• deeds to determine boundaries
• deeds of easement (for utility services and rights of way)
• property finance
• grants of new leases and licences
• option agreements
• overage provisions

We also have a wealth of experience dealing with rural residential properties, from cottages to large country houses and estates.

Such properties can involve legal and practical issues arising from:

• public and private rights of way
• complex boundary issues
• listed buildings
• private water supplies and drainage
• covenants restricting the use
• agricultural restrictions

We are familiar with such issues and can manage the transaction effectively through our experience.