Mistletoe Wood £65,000 Freehold
- Teffont Magna, Salisbury, Wiltshire
- over 3 acres
- Central England
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The wood is made up of a mix of deciduous species
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The land is part open meadow, with views across the Cranborne Chase
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Natural regeneration of the open land near the meadow's edge
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Woodland in the winter
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Tree lined walk
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The standing woodland will provide a source of seeds for the open land
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Looking out to the meadow
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The open land has a very gentle gradient
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Boundary posts are marked with purple paint
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Catkins
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Before the spring awakening...
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Where the woodland meets the meadow
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The land abuts the public highway to the north
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The northern boundary
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Holly forms part of the understory
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Ride stop at entrance. Meadow section beyond
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Main gates
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For sale sign close to the entrance
Description
Mistletoe Wood is a delightful parcel of land set within The Cranborne Chase National Landscape, nestled between the villages of Dinton and Teffont Magna. A blend of open meadow and established woodland, it offers a mix of habitats that support a rich variety of wildlife.
The woodland, composed of native broadleaf trees, provides a tranquil retreat full of life. Birds fill the canopy with song, while foxes and deer move quietly through the undergrowth. In spring, bluebells add a splash of colour to the woodland floor. Beyond the trees, the open meadow offers a contrast, with open grassland and areas of natural regeneration where young saplings are beginning to take root. This space holds great potential, it could be planted with more trees to expand the woodland, left as a wildflower meadow, or even used to create a small orchard.
For those seeking a private retreat, Mistletoe Wood provides an ideal setting for quiet reflection, nature watching, or hands-on conservation projects. It would suit an amenity buyer interested in woodland management, family forestry, or simply having a piece of countryside to enjoy. The combination of open land and woodland allows for diverse possibilities, from keeping bees to growing food or crafting with foraged wood.
With its varied landscape and rich biodiversity, Mistletoe Wood is a versatile and inviting piece of land, perfect for anyone who is looking to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the outdoors.
Features
- Quiet and peaceful location
- Mixture of mature woodland, open land and naturally regenerating ground
- Opportunities for tree planting and habitat creation
- No public rights of way
- Private and secluded
Access, tracks and footpaths
The land is accessed via a stoned track from the public highway, which runs between the villages of Teffont Magna and Dinton. The track begins after a locked field gate, which is close to the 'For Sale' sign on the public highway. There are no public rights of way across the land.
Rights and covenants
Sporting rights are in hand.
As is the case for all our meadows, the purchaser will be asked to enter into a covenant which serves to protect the peace and quiet of the meadow.Local area and history
Teffont Magna, which was known until comparatively recently as Upper Teffont or Over Teffont, was in the 10th century granted to the Abbess of Shaftesbury, together with the Manor of Dinton. At the time of the dissolution of the monasteries it was given to William Herbert, first Earl of Pembroke.
Wood maps
Meadow map
Boundaries
Boundary features are marked with purple paint.
Northern: public highway
Eastern: stakes
Southern: stakes
Western: 1m inside the access track
Find this wood
Location
- OS Landranger: OS No. 185
- Grid ref: SU 001 322
- Nearest post code: SP3 5QX
- GPS coordinates: 51.0894, -2.00004
Location map
Directions
Mistletoe Wood is accessed via a stoned track from the public highway between the villages of Teffont Magna and Dinton in Wiltshire. Salisbury is around a 20 minute drive away to the east.
Click here for Google Maps directions. Enter your own postcode, (the location coordinates are already entered), and click on the "Directions" box. This will take you to the roadside gate where the track begins, where you can park. The gate is marked by a “Tree Planting Land” sign on the road and on the gate itself. Thereafter, please carefully climb the gate, Mistletoe Wood will be immediately on your left hand side.
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Satnav: the postcode SP3 5QX is the nearest to Mistletoe Wood, but please note will take you closer to the village of Teffont Magna. Please see the “wood maps” image which shows this.
Coordinates for satnav are: 51.089949, -2.000299for the metal gates at the start of the access track.
Directions:
When heading west on the A303, turn off at the sign post showing “Teffont Magna & Chilmark”. Head south along Cow Drove, taking the first left hand turn available to you. Continue to follow south and this road will take you all the way into the village of Teffont Magna. Turn left when you reach St Edward’s Church where a red post box is immediately opposite you set into a stone wall. Continue up the hill along this lane for approx 1 km until you see a “Tree Planting Land” sign on your right hand side. The entrance gate is then about 50m further on your right hand side.
How we support our buyers
Membership of the small woodland owners’ group
£300 for a woodland course of your choice
One year's free membership of the royal forestry society
Please note this wood is owned by woodlands.co.uk.
Our regional managers are often out working in our woodlands, so if you email an offer and want to be sure it has been received, please phone our manager on their mobile phone. The first offer at the stated price which is accepted, whether by phone or email, has priority.
Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception. You should exercise common sense and caution, such as wearing appropriate footwear and avoiding visiting during high winds.
These particulars are for guidance only and, though believed to be correct, do not form part of any contract. Woodland Investment Management Ltd hereby give notice under section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979 of their interest in the land being sold.
A diverse parcel of open meadow and woodland in the heart of Wiltshire, with opportunities for further tree planting.
