A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial 11 bedroom property comprising a seven bedroom main residence, a two bedroom 2nd floor apartment and a two bedroom Detached Coach House, all with extensive and outstanding countryside views. Stables and land. Set in approximately 2.543 AcresDESCRIPTIONSituated in a sought after elevated position with outstanding countryside views, this substantial semi-detached property benefits from 11 bedrooms in total comprising: a main dwelling with 7 bedrooms, 2 spacious reception rooms and a kitchen/dining room; a 2nd floor two bedroom apartment (Treetops and a further detached 2 bedroom coach-house. Set within approximately 2.543 acres of mature gardens and land, the property also offers a driveway with ample off-road parking for a number of vehicles, photovoltaic solar panels with a 3kw battery, mains electric, mains water and drainage along with oil fired central heating. ACCOMMODATIONThis spacious and light property dates from the elegantly styled early 1900's and comprises a Foyer with store room which leads to a side elevation main entrance door with original timbers and arched windows over, which in turn lead to an internal Entrance Lobby giving access to a ground floor washroom and WC. Double doors leading to the grand Entrance Hall which has a superb original grand staircase, stairs rising, and under-stairs storage cupboard. From here, one can access all ground floor reception rooms along with access to the rear lobby, utility room with space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, quarry tiled flooring, Growatt wall mounted solar panel unit, obscure glazed sash window to rear, work surface with sink unit inset, and further to the walk-in pantry with window to rear, slate shelving and quarry tiled flooring. There is also an adjacent additional store room and archway through to the kitchen/dining room. The particularly spacious Kitchen/Dining Room offers ample workspace with storage units below, inset electric hob with extractor fan over, space for fridge/freezer, space for electric range cooker, archway leading to walk in pantry with quarry tiled flooring and slate shelving and further to a useful store room, large bay uPVC windows to front and matching door to veranda. The Sitting Room is again light and spacious with exposed original timber flooring, timber fireplace with multi-fuel burner inset and tiled hearth, two uPVC sash windows and central door to veranda. The second reception room benefits from exposed original timber flooring, feature fireplace with tiled hearth, two sash uPVC windows to front and glazed door to second kitchen. Kitchen with work surface with sink unit inset, space and plumbing for dishwasher, space for free-standing electric cooker, door to lobby and further utility and side entrance door. The first floor is accessed from the Entrance Hall via an elegant original sweeping staircase with leaded light window to rear and leading to the galley landing with storage cupboard and access to all seven bedrooms. Bedroom one is particularly spacious with a useful sink and vanity unit, loft access and two windows to front both with outstanding far reaching countryside views. Bedroom two benefits from an en-suite bathroom window to front with outstanding views. Bedroom three also benefits from a sink unit and two windows to front with outstanding views. Bedrooms four and five also benefit from windows to front and the spectacular views. Bedroom six benefits from a built in wardrobe and window to side, and Bedroom seven with window to rear is currently utilised as a Study. A bathroom with obscure glazed window to rear occupies the corner rear of the property with an additional separate WC with wash hand basin. There is also a good size well appointed shower room with obscure glazed window to rear.THE COACH HOUSEThe Coach House is a separate detached dwelling located a short walk from the main residence and benefits from it's own garden space. The lower ground floor patio doors lead directly into the double aspect Sitting Room with window to side, window to front and door to Kitchen. Kitchen with work surface with 1.5 bowl sink unit inset, storage cupboards above and below, space and plumbing for dishwasher, space and plumbing for washer/dryer, space for electric cooker and extractor fan over, concealed oil fired central heating boiler. The ground floor of the Coach House is accessed from the front door and benefits from a good size study area with Velux window to rear, access to eaves storage, doors to both bedrooms, bathroom, and window and access door to front. Bedroom one is a double aspect room with window to side and patio doors to front, Bedroom two is also a double aspect room with window to side and window to front. The bathroom has a fully tiled modern built-in shower and mains fed shower unit, pedestal wash basin, shaver point and obscure glaze window to rear. The Coach House garden has a shared lawned area with superb terrace and ample space for outside dining and outstanding views. TREETOPS (2 Bedroom 2nd Floor Self Contained Apartment)Treetops is accessed via an external staircase and leads to to the main door and the living/dining room. The living/dining room benefits from ample eves storage areas a dormerwindow to front with extensive superb countryside views. There is a useful airing cupboard and separate shower room, a lobby with Velux window and kitchen, again with dormer window and extensive countryside views. The kitchen has worktops with storage cupboards below and stainless steel sink unit inset, and space for a fridge/freezer. Bedroom 1 has a useful large storage cupboard and further eaves storage with a Velux window to rear. Bedroom 2 has further eaves storage with Velux window to rear. SERVICES & OUTGOINGSPhotovoltaic solar panels with battery (3kw)mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil fired central heating.Council - Tax Band E EPC Rating - DSITUATIONThe seaside town of Minehead is commonly known as the gateway to the Exmoor National Park where there are many interesting walks and other country pursuits to be enjoyed. The town boasts a wide range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities along with First, Middle and Upper Schools. The County town of Taunton is approximately 25 miles distance with its wider range of shops and access to the motorway network and mainline railway station. Many of the renowned attractions of West Somerset and the Exmoor National Park are also within short motoring distance along with the rugged North Devon coastline.GARDENS & GROUNDSThe property is approached over a sweeping private driveway, private parking to the side of the Coach House, a timber shed, patio area and gardens mainly laid to lawn. There is a formal garden to the front of the main house which is mainly laid to lawn, a terrace area with shrubs and a plethora of mature plants and a delightful Veranda which runs along the front of the house with access to the front reception rooms and kitchen/dining room with ample space for entertaining with delightful views. To the side elevation is space to park a good number of cars. To the rear of the main house are stairs that lead independently to Treetops the second floor apartment. From the rear are steps that lead to timber stables and to the rest of the land that has been used as pony paddocks in the past offering the most spectacular far reaching views. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_minehead-d196278/for-sale_i69116714
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An attractive pair of detached traditional cottages enjoying an outstanding southerly facing rural position in the Exmoor National Park with an adaptable range of outbuildings, productive pasture, woodland and amenity land.The property extends in total to about 27.82 Acres and is offered for sale by private treaty either as a whole or in up to 3 lots as follows:-Lot 1: East Harwood Cottage, Stables and Grounds extending to about 4.31 Acres - Guide Price £395,000Lot 2: Pero Cottage, Outbuildings, Pasture and Woodland extending to about 10.79 Acres - Guide Price £425,000Lot 3: Amenity Woodland extending to about 12.72 Acres - Guide Price £80,000The sale of East Harwood and Pero cottages provides prospective purchasers an extremely rare opportunity to acquire an outstanding and versatile rural property package, affording an eclectic mix of residential, agricultural, equestrian and amenity appeal. East Harwood Cottage is believed to have been in the current vendor's family for over 65 years, with Pero purchased in the 1970's. Set in beautiful Somerset countryside, they comprise two detached cottages of traditional stone, slate and rendered construction affording well proportioned two and three bedroomed accommodation. Despite both now requiring renovation and refurbishment, the cottages afford the potential to create two charming country homes. The cottages benefit from a range of adaptable outbuildings and are well positioned within an attractive block of agricultural and amenity land, principally contained within a ring fence and comprising sloping pasture together with an attractive parcel of similarly sloping mixed deciduous woodland and scrub. The land enjoys a primarily south easterly aspect and may be well suited to a variety of agricultural, equestrian, conservation or other amenity uses. In total, the property extends to about 27.82 Acres and is offered for sale as a whole or in up to three lots.The cottages occupy a delightful rural position within the stunning and unspoilt countryside of the Exmoor National Park, initially accessed over a quiet no-through road known as Harwood Lane, with a private track leading to the cottages. Tucked into the hillside the cottages enjoy superb views over the picturesque valley of the River Avill, which gently winds its way from Wheddon Cross down to the charming medieval village of Dunster. The property is ideally situated to take full advantage of both the Exmoor National Park, which is widely regarded as some of the most attractive countryside in the county and the spectacular north Somerset/Devon coast. The nearby sought after village of Timberscombe nestles in the valley of the river Avill and is an ideal base to make the most of the many delightful walks and nearby beauty spots and, as would be expected of this location, there is a comprehensive range of country and sporting activities. The village enjoys a church, public house, village shop/post office, first school and recreation ground, whilst a useful range of everyday services can be found in the nearby larger medieval village of Dunster. The property enjoys convenient access to the surrounding districts with the A396 affording an easy link to the West Somerset regional centre of Minehead, with its extensive range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. Taunton, the county town, is a pleasant drive away and provides excellent communication links to the rest of the country with main line rail connections (London Paddington) and the M5 motorway (Junction 25). International airports are available at Exeter and Bristol. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_minehead-d196278/for-sale_i71273291
A fine country house with breathtaking views across Porlock Bay to Hurlstone Point and across the Bristol Channel. DescriptionHalsecombe House is a six-bedroom property believed to date back to 1892 which provides in excess of 5,000 sq ft. First impressions of the house are that it is immaculately presented, benefits from large well-proportioned rooms, flooded with natural light throughout and with impressive ceiling heights. The extensive elegant windows throughout the property, provide the opportunity to enjoy the views from all primary rooms. Upon entering the property, you are greeted by a light lobby and reception hall which provides access to the ground floor reception rooms. The drawing room is a wonderfully long well-designed room, with the orientation and views a prominent feature. The room has an original open fireplace and a double height bay window with French doors that open out onto a spacious veranda.Adjacent is the sitting room that also has a feature fireplace and a large bay window from which the views can be enjoyed. Adjoining this room is the orangery with double height windows and double French doors directly onto the veranda providing a fantastic dining room space accompanied by panoramic coastal views.The kitchen really is the heart of the home space due to the large central island positioned in front of a four oven AGA and a large space for a kitchen table in front of bi-folding doors that open out onto a spacious terraced area with a backdrop of extensive lawn and rockery flower bed. The kitchen benefits from modern integrated appliances. There is a useful separate utility room providing further space for storage and appliances.The ground floor also benefits from a double bedroom and en suite shower room providing flexible accommodation options ideal for either an au pair or additional study or home office. A downstairs cloakroom can be found just off the reception hall. A smart wide staircase with feature window provides lots of natural light and an opportunity to admire the varying view from another angle leads up from the reception hall to the first floor. Here, there are five beautifully presented double bedrooms, all benefiting from en suite bathrooms with three rooms enjoying separate dressing areas.Upon entering the principal bedroom, you are immediately struck by a substantial bay window providing the most incredible coastal view, the room is filled with gorgeous natural light and is very spacious, bright, and offers an en suite bathroom with dressing area. There is a hatch located on the main landing which leads to the second floor, planning permission has been granted for an additional bedroom with en suite facilities to make seven bedrooms if required.The house is set in the centre of its own land and occupies a truly stunning position and is accessed by a delightful long entrance driveway which provides an impressive sense of arrival to the front of the house with a large turning circle and plenty of space to park multiple vehicles out the way of the front of the house. Steps lead up to the front door and open patio areas which surround the house and below this are various beautifully stocked flower beds. There is an abundance of mature trees including a weeping willow, large beech tree and various cedar trees. Halsecombe House is set in approximately 24.7 acres. To the front of the property beyond the main lawns are a number of paddocks which provide the ideal opportunity for equestrian use, as well as three large ponds which have been excellently maintained. The gardens have been carefully landscaped with lawns and terraced areas to provide the best al fresco dining and entertaining opportunities whilst enjoying the views. Further parking can be found by the car port, there is also an adjoining outdoor toilet and garaging block which is also used as a workshop. To the rear of the property there is a large smart wooden stable block, which consists of four loose boxes, a spacious tack room/ groom's room with a door leading to a kitchen area and utility area, WC and a shower. The stables provide a wonderful opportunity for equestrian use to take advantage of the incredible riding and bridleway network on Exmoor but also provide excellent facilities for hobbies space, home gym or games suites, home office complex and much more. Behind the stable block are various open fronted storage with three separate bays. To the left of the property is an outdoor heated jacuzzi swim spa, perfectly positioned to enjoy the views across the bay. The Coast Infinity Ultra is a substantial 5.3m x 2.2m and can be used for tethered swimming or just relaxing as a heated jacuzzi. The patioed area also has a changing hut and seating.LocationHalsecombe House is a substantial country residence beautifully set in an elevated position enjoying what must be one of the finest countryside and coastal views on Exmoor, spanning from Porlock Bay to Hurlstone Point and looking across to the Welsh coastline. Standing in delightful grounds and land that complement the property there is immediate access to the surrounding countryside. Porlock is a delightful and attractive village with good local facilities and a thriving community within Exmoor National Park. Porlock Weir has a small harbour and is a historic trading port, neatly positioned in a sheltered area of Porlock Bay. On the doorstep lie the wide-open spaces of Exmoor, accessed by endless bridleways and footpaths beloved of walkers, horse riders, hikers and birdwatchers. Around 6.6 miles away, lies the seaside town of Minehead with its extensive sandy beaches, and a host of shopping, sporting and entertainment amenities. The County town of Taunton, which is approximately 29 miles away, has extensive retail and commercial facilities, together with access to the M5 and a mainline station with fast trains to London. There are three independent schools, a theatre and the Somerset County Cricket Ground. The M5 motorway is within easy reach, with Junction 24 at Bridgwater being 30 miles to the north east or Junction 25 at Taunton being 29 miles away. Halsecombe is ideally placed, being almost equidistant between Bristol and Exeter airports, both offering excellent domestic and international flights. There are direct rail links between Taunton and London Paddington, taking about 1hr 40 minutes via Castle Cary and Reading. Regular trains between Taunton and Bristol take approximately 40 minutes. Educational establishments in the area and county are superb with a wide range of independent schools nearby. These include near Taunton, Kings Hall preparatory school, Kings and Queens in Taunton and Taunton School. At Tiverton there is Blundells School, Wellington School at Wellington and, further afield, Millfield School.Square Footage: 5,068 sq ft Acreage: 24.7 AcresDirectionsTake the A358 from Taunton to Williton and join the A39 to Porlock. From the centre of Porlock follow the A39 up Porlock Hill towards Lynton. Almost at the top of the hill turn left onto the entrance driveway, signed Halsecombe. Proceed along this lane and bear right next to Halsecombe Cottage through to the main entrance driveway to the front of Halsecombe.Minehead about 6 miles, Taunton about 29 miles, Exeter about 55 miles. Additional InfoSERVICES: Mains electricity. Private water & drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Broadband connected.AGENTS NOTE: There is a bridleway and footpath as referenced on the agents sale plan, providing outriding and walking from the property.VIEWINGS: Strictly by prior appointment with Savills or their joint agents.FIXTURES & FITTINGS: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc. are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.IMPORTANT NOTICE: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_minehead-d196278/for-sale_i69819013
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