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Uddens Pond Wood, Uddens Pond Wood, Colehill, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21
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Area
14Acres
General information
Uddens Pond Wood represents a rare opportunity to acquire a secluded fishery set within mature woodland, with planning permission for an eco-dwelling positioned overlooking the water. The lake, woodland and grounds extend to a total of 14.2 acres (5.7 Ha).
Location
The property is situated in the parish of Colehill, approximately 2 miles north east of the market town of Wimborne Minster, with access to the towns of Ferndown (3.5 miles), Ringwood (8.5 miles) and Poole (9 miles). The site is located approximately 1 mile from the A31, providing links to the M27/M3.
History
The name is derived from Uddens Water, a tributary of the River Stour which flows along the northern boundary of the site. The lake is thought to have originally been excavated in the 1950s as a clay pit, used to produce the local Wimborne brick.
Uddens Pond
Accessed via a private track, the property is set back from the road, within the wood. The lake extends to a total of 2.7 Acres (1.1 ha) with depths of 4-5ft at the southern end, and up to 15ft at the northern end. A mature, irregular shaped lake with a number of islands and bays creating a stunning semi-natural fishery which is known for large beds of picturesque water lillies in the summer months.
The site is otter fenced with a three strand electric wire, and has the benefit of three (solar powered) air stone aerators.
Fish Stock
Uddens Pond is stocked with a large stock of specimen carp (to 30lbs), together with specimen catfish. The lake has also produced good numbers of tench and crucian carp, together with roach and perch.
Lakeside Dwelling
The Bale House is situated at the southern end of the lake, occupying an elevated position overlooking the lake. The planning permission is for a two-bedroom single storey manager's dwelling with open plan living/kitchen area, extending to approximately 195m2 (2,100sq.ft).
The eco-dwelling is designed to be constructed from sustainable materials.
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Reception/Utility
Open Plan Kitchen/Living Area
Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 2
Shower room
Wet room
Office
Buildings
There is currently a mobile home situated close to the proposed accommodation, occupied by the fishery manager. In addition, a timber storage building is located close to the car park.
Woodland
The lake is surrounded by mature mixed broadleaf woodland on all sides, with a path around the perimeter. The more dense coverage is to the south and east of the lake, and more sparse areas populated with bluebells and wild garlic close to the north and west boundaries.
Stock Ponds
The southern point of the lake has been separated from the main water in order to provide a sanctuary and rearing area. Situated on the eastern side of the lake is a separate stock pond
Planning
The property benefits from the following permissions:
3/20/0469/FUL - Construction of dwelling using sustainable building methods to accommodate fishery manager. The outline area of the permission is shown edged black on the site plan.
Income
The fishery is currently operated based on exclusive lake bookings for up to four anglers. Further details relating to the income available from the agent.
Website
uddenspondwood.co.uk
Facebook: Uddens Pond Wood
Property summary
Uddens Pond Wood represents a rare opportunity to acquire a secluded fishery set within mature woodland, with planning permission for an eco-dwelling positioned overlooking the water. The lake, woodland and grounds extend to a total of 14.2 acres (5.7 Ha).
Location
The property is situated in the parish of Colehill, approximately 2 miles north east of the market town of Wimborne Minster, with access to the towns of Ferndown (3.5 miles), Ringwood (8.5 miles) and Poole (9 miles). The site is located approximately 1 mile from the A31, providing links to the M27/M3.
History
The name is derived from Uddens Water, a tributary of the River Stour which flows along the northern boundary of the site. The lake is thought to have originally been excavated in the 1950s as a clay pit, used to produce the local Wimborne brick.
Uddens Pond
Accessed via a private track, the property is set back from the road, within the wood. The lake extends to a total of 2.7 Acres (1.1 ha) with depths of 4-5ft at the southern end, and up to 15ft at the northern end. A mature, irregular shaped lake with a number of islands and bays creating a stunning semi-natural fishery which is known for large beds of picturesque water lillies in the summer months.
The site is otter fenced with a three strand electric wire, and has the benefit of three (solar powered) air stone aerators.
Fish Stock
Uddens Pond is stocked with a large stock of specimen carp (to 30lbs), together with specimen catfish. The lake has also produced good numbers of tench and crucian carp, together with roach and perch.
Lakeside Dwelling
The Bale House is situated at the southern end of the lake, occupying an elevated position overlooking the lake. The planning permission is for a two-bedroom single storey manager's dwelling with open plan living/kitchen area, extending to approximately 195m2 (2,100sq.ft).
The eco-dwelling is designed to be constructed from sustainable materials.
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Reception/Utility
Open Plan Kitchen/Living Area
Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 2
Shower room
Wet room
Office
Buildings
There is currently a mobile home situated close to the proposed accommodation, occupied by the fishery manager. In addition, a timber storage building is located close to the car park.
Woodland
The lake is surrounded by mature mixed broadleaf woodland on all sides, with a path around the perimeter. The more dense coverage is to the south and east of the lake, and more sparse areas populated with bluebells and wild garlic close to the north and west boundaries.
Stock Ponds
The southern point of the lake has been separated from the main water in order to provide a sanctuary and rearing area. Situated on the eastern side of the lake is a separate stock pond
Planning
The property benefits from the following permissions:
3/20/0469/FUL - Construction of dwelling using sustainable building methods to accommodate fishery manager. The outline area of the permission is shown edged black on the site plan.
Income
The fishery is currently operated based on exclusive lake bookings for up to four anglers. Further details relating to the income available from the agent.
Website
uddenspondwood.co.uk
Facebook: Uddens Pond Wood
Features
- Secluded fishery and woodland with permission for a lakeside eco-dwelling
- A mature, semi-natural lake extending to 2.7 acres set within a private wood
- Planning permission for manager's dwelling overlooking the lake
- Income generating coarse fishing business
- Excellent location close to the town of Wimborne Minster and the A31
- Site extending to 14.2 acres (5.7Ha)