Ooh that's really exciting Dans
I know you've been wanting somewhere for a while. Is it the same area you live, or further afield? My 'Dans doesn't have a farm' comment was only about moths flying in, or not
Your smallholding will come about when the time is right and you'll love it
Don't forget that if ever you have spare time and energy you are welcome to come here again.
Great about the PhD too - that's ruled your life for so long, so will be the hugest weight off your shoulders when you can finally send it off