La Presse

La Presse is an original Jersey farmhouse in St Peter, understood to have elements dating back to the 17th century. The house sits in a rural setting with adjoining land and various outbuildings.

The property is in poor condition. It requires a complete programme of repair and modernisation, including substantial roof works. There are no current planning permissions in place. The building is listed as a Site of Special Interest, so any works will be subject to heritage controls.

The property will be sold by public auction under instructions from the Royal Court of Jersey. The property may only be inspected on Tuesday 6th January, between 11:00am and 2:00pm (Viewings are strictly by appointment with Harry Trower. To arrange, please contact enquiries@broadlandsjersey.com)

Accommodation (overview)
Main house:
Two-storey farmhouse comprising, in outline:

Ground floor: entrance hall, a number of reception rooms, kitchen and utility/storage areas

First floor: several bedrooms and bathroom/shower rooms

Outbuildings:

A series of attached and detached outbuildings and sheds, accessed in part via a secondary driveway, currently used for storage and ancillary purposes.

A measured floor plan and more detailed accommodation schedule will be included in the auction legal pack.

Condition and required works
This is a substantial renovation project.
The building has not been maintained for some time and is in a deteriorated condition.
The roof is damaged and is likely to require replacement or extensive repair.
Structural elements, external fabric and internal finishes all require detailed assessment and refurbishment'.Heating, electrical, plumbing and drainage systems will require complete review and modernisation
The existing oil-fired central heating system is not operational.

The property is offered for sale as seen, without any warranty as to condition. Prospective purchasers should commission their own structural and building surveys and take professional advice before bidding.

Planning and heritage
La Presse is designated as a Site of Special Interest under Jersey heritage legislation

There are no current planning permissions or consents affecting the property

Any alterations, extensions, or changes of use are likely to require:

Planning permission, and listed building/heritage consent

Interested parties must make their own enquiries with Jersey Planning and Building Services and the relevant heritage authorities regarding the scope for alteration or development.

Auction details
The property will be sold by public auction under an Order of the Royal Court of Jersey.

Auction date: Tuesday 13th January

Time: 3:00pm

Venue: St Peter’s Community Centre and Online

Auctioneer: Simon Drieu

The property will be sold as seen, with no planning consents in place and significant works required.

A legal pack will be made available prior to the auction and is expected to include title documentation, any relevant court orders, searches and the detailed conditions of sale.

Viewings
The property may be inspected on:

Tuesday 6th January, between 11:00am and 2:00pm

Viewings are strictly by appointment with:

Harry Trower
Email: harry@broadlandsjersey.com

How to bid
Prospective purchasers should:

1. Register their interest with Harry Trower in order to receive updates and a copy of the legal pack once available.

2. Attend a viewing on Tuesday 6th January between 11:00am and 2:00pm (by appointment).

3. Instruct a Jersey advocate to review the legal pack, advise on title and explain the conditions of sale.

4. Ensure that funds or mortgage arrangements are in place before the auction.

On the day of the auction:

1. The successful bidder will be required to sign the auction documentation (such as a memorandum of sale)

2. A deposit (typically around 10% of the purchase price – the exact requirement will be set out in the legal pack) will be payable at the time of the auction

Completion will take place subsequently, when the contract is passed before the Royal Court of Jersey on a specified Friday and title is formally transferred.