Long View is a stunning 5 double bedroomed detached house in this quiet cul de sac location on Cotlake Drive, an exclusive road providing access to only 9 prestige plots within Killams Park Phase Three. Occupying 2432 sq. ft., Long View is a double fronted detached classic brick-built property overlooking adjacent fields to the rear with a generous West facing garden, attached double garage to the left of the property, driveway parking and fitted solar panels. The spacious accommodation comprises Entrance Hall, modern 31 ft Kitchen / Family Room spanning the rear of the property with integrated AEG appliances, two pairs of bi-fold doors leading to the West facing garden and oak double sliding doors to Lounge with gas woodburner style stove set within a traditional fireplace and bay window to the front, Study, Cloakroom, Utility Room and useful understairs storage. The first floor comprises a luxurious Master Bedroom Suite (approximately 36 sq.m. in all), with French doors leading to full width West facing balcony, Dressing Room with fitted modular wardrobes, and modern Ensuite Bathroom with twin sink vanity unit, double ended bath, separate shower and choice of porcelain floor tiles from the Summerfield Range. Also on the first floor are 4 further double bedrooms including Bedroom 2 with Ensuite Shower Room and fitted wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, Family Bathroom, spacious Landing and ample storage space. Build complete. Ready for immediate occupation. NB. This is a working site and visits are therefore by appointment only. Internal and rear external photos shown are of The Cotlake on the same development. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cotlake-drive-d594633/for-sale_i71777913
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A substantial six double bedroom detached residence WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN enjoying a sought after and highly convenient location on the southern outskirts of Taunton.Built by Bryant Homes, this most appealing six double bedroom executive residence offers particularly well-proportioned accommodation, whilst enjoying an appealing setting. Upgraded and attractively presented, this well-appointed home comprises a generous reception hall with stairs rising and extensive illuminated wine storage below set behind glass panelling. From the hall, doors then lead to the principal rooms as well as a cloakroom, utility room and an excellent office with fitted desk, shelving and drawers. The 23' 6" sitting room enjoys a twin aspect having patio doors to the rear with a bespoke fitted media unit including fireplace. The impressive kitchen / diner has an extensive range of wall and base units with granite worktops and numerous built-in appliances, including twin fridges and freezers, dishwasher and space for a range cooker, the dining area enjoys a bay window over the rear garden. From the galleried landing the master bedroom, leads on to a dressing room and en suite shower room. There is a further bedroom with en suite and two more double bedrooms along with a family bathroom. From the second floor landing access leads to two good sized bedrooms served by a shower room.Tax Band: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70260802
Webbers and Fine & Country are delighted to offer for sale Newhouse Farm, which despite its name originates back to the 17th Century.It is a detached dwelling occupying a private and elevated position on the edge of the West Somerset village of Chipstable. If used as one house, it has six bedrooms, three bathrooms and two cloakrooms, four reception rooms as well as two kitchens, utility and boot room.There are three staircases and the property could easily be used as a four-bedroom house with three receptions with a two-bedroom integrated annexe with its own living room, kitchen and shower room. It enjoys a south facing aspect with a drive immediately in front leading to one other property. Internally, there is a wealth or character and authenticity, fireplaces, panel doors and floors, an oil-fired central heating system (complemented by a wood burner) and replacement double glazing where appropriate.The veranda at the front also gives access to a south facing garden room.Outside the property, there is a gated drive with parking for several vehicles. There is a modern detached, double garage and three stables at its side. There is a detached, double height stone barn with open yard and field shelter and access to its own level school. There is also cover for a horse box or trailer. Behind the property, there are 4.86 acres and the paddock in the front is 1.76 acres, a total of 6.5. The property enjoys great views from all windows across rolling countryside towards The Blackdowns.It has a private water supply with a spring fed well and private septic tank drainage.Chipstable is a small village approximately three and a half miles from Wiveliscombe. It has a village church and the nearest pub is The Rock Inn at Waterrow.The Wiveliscombe area is the best kept secret in Somerset with rolling green hills and peaceful unspoilt countryside, whilst maintaining excellent access to communities in Taunton, 11 miles with main line railway station and M5 access junction 25 and Wellington junction 26 is 7 miles from Wiveliscombe. Wiveliscombe town offers an unusually wide range of services including post office, doctors surgery, vets, chiropodist, library, churches, public houses, community office, primary and secondary schools with excellent reputations and a recreation ground with heated outdoor swimming pool, cricket and rugby pitches and tennis courts. Exmoor National Park is close at hand as well as the Quantock and Brendon hills providing open country for walking, riding, mountain biking and access to the beautiful West Somerset coastline.Services: Mains electricity, private water and private drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: FLocal Authority: Somerset CouncilHead west from Wiveliscombe into Waterrow and turn right at The Rock Inn. Take the second left-hand signposted turn up into Chipstable. Turn left behind the church and proceed along this road and then into the lane/drive leading to Newhouse Farm and one other property. Please park on the drive (TA4 2PZ).What3words: Using What3words Smart Phone App. For those who already use this Geolocation App device for your smartphone Type in the following three words: trickle.scribbled.spike. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70041500
Webbers and Fine & Country are delighted to offer for sale Marsh Cottage in Langley Marsh, close to Wiveliscombe, originally dating back 200 years. In the extended accommodation offers three reception rooms and a delightful garden room enjoying views over open fields. As one would expect, there is plenty of character (with three fireplaces for example) as well as all modern conveniences. A practical hall leads into a smart well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room and there is a great boot room/utility at the rear.The master bedroom has its own ensuite shower room and three further double bedrooms and served by the family bathroom. There are great views from all windows. There is a gas-fired central heating system with double-glazed windows, solar panels and battery storage.Outside the property, there is a gated and gravelled drive way leading to extensive parking. There is a practical double garage as well as a two-storey small detached stone barn with versatile use. The large gardens extend to approximately 0.9 of an acre with a terrace surrounding the property, raised beds, pond, greenhouse and useful practical timber sheds/stores. Langley Marsh is a small village approximately one mile from Wiveliscombe and also has a local church and village inn.The Wiveliscombe area is the best kept secret in Somerset with rolling green hills and peaceful unspoilt countryside, whilst maintaining excellent access to communities in Taunton, 11 miles with main line railway station and M5 access junction 25 and Wellington junction 26 is 7 miles from Wiveliscombe. Wiveliscombe town offers an unusually wide range of services including post office, doctors surgery, vets, chiropodist, library, churches, public houses, community office, primary and secondary schools with excellent reputations and a recreation ground with heated outdoor swimming pool, cricket and rugby pitches and tennis courts. Exmoor National Park is close at hand as well as the Quantock and Brendon hills providing open country for walking, riding, mountain biking and access to the beautiful West Somerset coastline.Services: Mains gas, electricity and water are connected. Private drainage.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: GLocal Authority: Somerset CouncilFrom the centre of Wiveliscombe take the turning in the square sign posted Langley Marsh. Continue for approximately 3/4 mile and on entering Langley Marsh, take the left turn onto the lane towards St Luke's Church. Marsh Cottage is just beyond this (TA4 2UJ).What3words: Using What3words Smart Phone App. For those who already use this Geolocation App device for your smartphone Type in the following three words: unsigned.excavated.craters. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i71028674
Impressive detached home enjoying 2237 Sq ft of sociable and free flowing accommodation whilst benefiting from outstanding views towards the Quantock Hills and Bristol Channel DescriptionHighland House is part of the incredible Hartrow Farm development, a selection of five wonderful family homes which all enjoy an outstanding view.Highland House itself will offer a delightful mix of traditional build quality alongside modern living. There is no expense spared with the finish and the layout is perfect for family life or entertaining. Inside, the impressive welcoming hall sets the tone for things to come with the grand staircase being centre of attention. To the left is the sociable kitchen/dining room alongside the pantry and utility area. The kitchen itself is centred around the island and finished in a modern shaker style with a wide range of built in appliances. The living room is beautifully appointed with fine proportions, feature fireplace and doors leading out onto the garden. Further accommodation on the ground floor includes a study and cloakroom.The impressive staircase rises to the open plan first floor landing where a large window frames the incredible view. In total there are four bedrooms (two en suite) and a family bathroom. All bathrooms are finished immaculately with fabulous tiling. Bedroom one is of particular interest with a Juliet balcony capturing the views, an en suite and dressing room.Gardens and GroundsOutside, Highland House enjoys a generous rear garden over two levels. Directly outside the rear of the property is a patio area, the garden leads to steps which rises to the raised lawn, from here you really get a sense of the location with the views on offer. There is a double timbre car port which can be open or secured if desired.Further specification is available upon request and the show home is ready for viewings.LocationHartrow Farm is in an excellent, elevated position with uncompromised distant views over the Quantock Hills and the Bristol Channel. The site sits in a beautiful and unspoilt rural, yet accessible location on the edge of the Brendon Hills and Exmoor National Park. The area of the Brendon Hills forms part of the Exmoor National Park renowned for its unspoilt rural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and recreation including shooting on the world renowned local shoots, hunting, sailing and game fishing on the nearby Wimbleball and Clatworthy reservoirs in addition to the River Exe and its tributaries. For those who enjoy walking and riding there is a network of foot and bridle paths throughout the area. There is an excellent pub, The Notley Arms, at Monksilver about 2.5 miles to the north. Stogumber at about 2.2 miles has a village stores and pub, The White Horse. Wiveliscombe to the south and Williton to the north have a good selection of everyday amenities, whilst Taunton, about 10 miles away, has a further selection of shopping and leisure facilities.Taunton, the county town of Somerset, has a highly regarded selection of state and private schools, including Taunton School, Kings and Queens College's and Kings Hall Prep School. Alternatively, there is Wellington School at Wellington or Blundell's at Tiverton.Communication links are good with the M5 motorway (junction 25) approximately 13.7 miles away giving easy access to Bristol and The North, Exeter and the South West and the A358/A303 to the east. London is also within easy reach by train with the quickest train from Taunton to London Paddington taking approximately 1 hour 40 minutes. In addition, there are regular national and international flights from Bristol and Exeter airports.Square Footage: 2,237 sq ft DirectionsWhat3words///audio.composed.trombonepostcode:TA4 3PZ. Additional InfoAgents comment:Please note, photos used are from the show home. However, Highland House will have the same quality of finish. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i71372505
The Agent says...The Old Vicarage is a wonderful example of a classical Georgian vicarage. The property has been lovingly restored by its current owners with great attention to detail throughout, whilst retaining all the stunning original design features alongside imposing interiors and furnishings that make this a most impressive home. The AccommodationThe main entrance leads through the original Georgian front door with the classical fan light frame into a central reception hall. Attractive original encaustic tiles with intricate geometric patterns follows along to the main staircase, seen to the far side. An inner door with the servant's bells, seen over, opens into a useful cloak and boot area with an under stairs store to the side. This continues into a rear lobby. A utility room includes a traditional range of wall and base units with space for a washer/dryer. Quarry tiling extends out with a separate WC to the side and the rear door opening out to a small veranda with access out to the rear terrace and garden.The main kitchen has been created by a high-end luxury kitchen designer. Utilising the very best materials such as tulipwood, this most impressive space has been carefully hand crafted and designed to incorporate best integrated appliances alongside clever storage. A central feature to the kitchen's design is a superb workstation island. Two Siemen electric ovens are inset along with a four ring induction hob set within a beautiful solid oak work surface that extends across. A Faber extractor hood is seen above set within the ceiling. A breakfast seating area runs along the other side with double sockets available for further gadgets and appliances. A full height pantry cupboard extends along the far wall fitted with a full height integrated Liebherr fridge and a full height Liebherr freezer. A central larder, fully lit cupboard opens with extensive shelving and spice racks all finished in tulipwood. A comprehensive range of wall and base units run around the edge of the kitchen to include an integrated Blomberg dishwasher, a butler sink with Perrin & Rowe traditional brass mixer taps over. A pretty window seating area looks out to the kitchen garden beyond. Wooden Karndean flooring completes the design.The kitchen continues into the main dining room. This impressive room is light and sunny with high ceilings alongside the original plaster mouldings and picture rails. Display alcoves, that are lit, are seen either side of a central fireplace with marble fire surround. A large sash window including seating looks out to the front garden area.To the other side of the hall is the drawing room. This beautifully appointed room enjoys views out to the front garden through a large sash window with seating. An original French window opens out to the far side on to the fountain garden and seating area perfect for outside entertaining. Central to the room is an open fireplace with a marble surround. The snug is found to the rear of the house and offers a relaxed peaceful room to enjoy, with views out to the main terrace and garden beyond. Full height library book shelving runs along the far side of the room. A wood burning stove is set within an original fireplace with alcove display shelving to one side. A French window is seen to the other side with access out to the fountain garden. Original wood block herringbone flooring completes the design.The main staircase with an original polished wood handrail leads up to a quarter landing. Access through a part glazed door opens into a luxurious bathroom finished to a high specification with a wonderful traditional feel. A full walk-in shower is seen to the far side with a feature free standing ball and claw roll top bath to the other side.The principal bedroom is spacious and light to include a traditional cast iron fireplace. A large sash window enjoys elevated views out across the front garden area with the beautiful church to the side. Bedroom 2 is a repeat with elevated views out to the front and a central cast iron fireplace. Centrally located is a dressing room/study that has been fitted with a beautiful range of wardrobe storage and dressing table. (this could be used as a single bedroom 5 if preferred)To rear of the first floor are two guest bedrooms with elevated views out across the gardens to open countryside beyond. One of the bedrooms includes an en suite shower room.GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe property is approached off a quiet no through lane. The pillared entrance, with the original wrought iron gates, opens onto a gravelled drive following along to a parking area to the side and leading to a central turning circle to the front of the house. Impressive borders filled with a variety of herbaceous plants, bulbs interspersed by established ornamental trees and shrubs, make it a most impressive entrance.The current owners, have transformed the garden into 'rooms', creating individually designed themes to each area with pathways following on from one to another. To the side of the house is the 'Fountain Garden', a wonderful relaxing space surrounded by glorious views and a pergola creating shade. A large ornate urn with a fountain spills out onto a small pond area. The garden continues across to a main lawned area, with access to a large workshop/garden shed. The ground gently slopes away to a wild garden. A wonderful space carefully planted and creating more of a natural theme leading to a wildlife pond. This area is filled with a variety of aquatic plants that encourage amphibious animals, as well as birds and insects. The grounds extend across with a further seating area to the side, surrounded by borders. Beyond is an impressive arched walkway with trained espalier tress. To the far corner is a part walled kitchen garden with 12 raised borders providing superb growing for a variety of vegetables. Greenhouse with potting area. This area is divided by established clipped yew hedging depicting the formal garden area, leading immediately adjacent to the main sun terrace, which extends across the rear of the house. A formal symmetrical design incorporating lawns with the main pathway is entered from a feature pillared brick gated entrance. with established herbaceous borders.A small veranda extends out from the back entrance giving access to a connecting gardeners work room, potting shed, log store and store. A stone slab terrace is bordered by stone balustrades, and offers a fabulous outside entertaining area. SITUATIONThe property is located within the village of Ruishton to the side of a 14th century church of St Georges. The village includes a Primary School with Pre-School attached, Public House, with Post Office and stores at the neighbouring village of Henlade. Taunton, the home of the County Cricket Ground is within easy reach, with many good state and independent schools. Convenient for the M5 motorway at Junction 25 giving fast and easy access to Exeter and Bristol, with rail links to London Paddington.LOCAL AUTHORITY Somerset Tax Band G Energy Performance CertificateEPC exempt.NB: RIGHT OF ACCESSThere is a right of access at the entrance of The Old vicarage which gives access to a private drive leading up to the church meeting rooms. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ruishton-d39723/for-sale_i70185364
A rare opportunity to acquire this truly exceptional four double bedroom, Grade II* Listed Georgian period townhouse, which has been tastefully restored and professional designed by the current owners, occupying an idyllic spot on one of Taunton's most prestigious streets. You enter through the front door into the entrance hall, with doors opening to the principal reception rooms, and stairs down to the basement level and rising to the first floor. The living room is situated on the right-hand side of the ground floor and has the lovely original sash window to the front aspect, allowing lots of natural light to enter. Open plan to the living room, at the rear of the house is the impressive kitchen/dining room, with a charming feature fireplace and a matching original sash window with the living room, and a door to the elevated terrace. The Owners Love - The current owners have loved the convenience and close proximity of the town centre and all its amenities. They particularly love "the beautiful character features of this house. It is like stepping back in time but with the conveniences of modern living" which has made the lifestyle of town centre living really enjoyable. They have also really enjoyed the immense sense of luxury and surprising sense of seclusion, despite such a prominent and convenient location. The kitchen is fitted with a variety of contemporary units including an island with breakfast bar, with work surfaces over. There are four integrated Bosch high level ovens and Siemens induction hob with built in extraction. There is also a fridge/freezer and dishwasher built in. A door opens to elevated courtyard, which is the ideal spot for a morning coffee. Upstairs, on the first-floor landing, the master suite is situated with a kingsize bedroom to the front of the house, with a large sash window overlooking the tree-lined street below. This is open to the dressing area, with ample storage with floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes, a feature fireplace, and a large sash window to the rear with fitted Venetian shutters. Hidden doors open to the en-suite, fitted with a four piece suite including a free standing Laura Ashley bathtub, a pair of washbasins with vanity units, WC and a large walk in shower. George Loves - "I love the original features and characterful charm this property has! The moment I approached the front door, I fell in love! This is ideal for a family or investor who perhaps wants a foothold on one of the county town's most prestigious streets. The quality of the finish for me is the biggest selling point, however. These types of homes, completed with meticulous attention to detail so rarely come up for sale and its clear to see why." On the top floor, there are two further bedrooms, each with their own ensuite facilities. Below ground, the basement offers yet more versatile accommodation, with a fourth king-size bedroom to the front, which could equally work as a cinema room, or even as part of a self-contained annexe, as the basement has separate access via the old servants entrance. There is also a WC, wetroom and large utility/office, which could be easily converted to a second kitchen if desired. Outside, to the rear of the house, there is door leading out to the courtyard garden, which is laid predominantly to chippings. There is secure gated rear vehicle access and parking for several cars and the opportunity to acquire a two bedroom detached coach house, by separate negotiaton. The location is also extremely convenient. The Crescent is situated in the centre of Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, with a wide range of shops, restaurants, Brewhouse Theatre and Somerset County Cricket Ground. Taunton benefits from a main line railway station linking to London Paddington in less than 2 hours and excellent communications for the M5 motorway at junction 25, situated on the eastern side of the town. Taunton also offers a good selection of both state and independent schools including Castle School, Taunton School, King's and Queen's Colleges and Richard Huish Sixth Form College. Specification wise, the house benefits from the following: Kitchen/Living room: integrated Smeg dishwasher, Siemens fridge freezers, 4 integrated Bosch appliances including oven, microwave, oven with steam jet, Siemens induction hob with integrated down-draught extraction and electric log effect fire. Master suite bathroom: double vanity units, Heritage taps, underfloor heating, motion sensor low level lighting. There are also electric gates operated by fob/phone app with dimming gate lights. Hard-wired Wi-fi repeaters on each floor, CCTV, full alarm system and Ring video doorbell. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i71856621
Greenslade Taylor Hunt are delighted to offer to the market this substantial barn conversion in the highly desirable hamlet of Lawford, Crowcombe. This seven bedroom property, currently a very successful Air BnB, offers exceptional accommodation with a triple garage, 2 acres of pony paddocks and stone outbuilding.Millbarn is situated in the quiet rural hamlet of Lawford. This extremely versatile barn conversion is available for the first time in over 20 years and offers over 4200sq ft. of accommodation with an abundance of attractive features such as flagstone floors, vast open vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and an outlook over some of the most beautiful countryside in West Somerset. Outside offers a large private driveway with parking for 6/7 vehicles, triple garage and sun terrace. The land extending to approximately two acres is split over two paddocks with a stone outbuilding/stable. The accommodation in brief: Heavy solid wood door to front leading to entrance hall/lobby.Lobby - Dual aspect, door to rear sun terrace overlooking paddock, cupboard housing electrics, integrated storage cupboard with space for coats/boots, radiator and flagstone floor. Kitchen/Dining Room - Triple aspect room with fabulous views over estate and neighbouring farmland, fitted farmhouse style kitchen with ample cupboard space, solid oak counter tops and large central island. Inset ceramic sink, drainer and shower mixer tap. Electric range oven with electric hob top and extractor above, integrated dishwasher and space for large fridge freezer. Integrated floor to ceiling wine display, large free standing dresser, ceramic wall tiles, solid oak flooring and radiators. The dining area affords the space for a large dining table and seats 16/18 plus. Utility Room - Inset Belfast sink, storage cupboards with solid oak counter top, ceramic wall tiles and ceramic stone flooring.WC - Window to front elevation, integrated cupboard, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and ceramic stone tiles.Back lobby - Stable door to front elevation, radiator and ceramic stone floor tiles. Sitting Room - Impressive open vaulted room with dual aspect over countryside and farmland. Large fireplace with wood burning stove and stone hearth, wood staircase to mezzanine study, radiators and wood laminate flooring.Study (mezzanine) - With vaulted ceiling, low door to library/play room, Velux window and fitted carpet.Library/Play room - Velux windows x 2, integrated floor to ceiling book shelves, storage cupboard and fitted carpet.Reception Room - Double doors and window to front elevation, radiators and laminate wood flooring.Master bedroom - Window to side elevation overlooking countryside and woodland, Velux window, eaves storage and fitted carpet. Bedroom 1 - Window to rear elevation, radiator and fitted carpet.Bathroom - Window to front elevation, large shower unit with glass screen, standalone roll top bath with shower attachment and mixer taps, ceramic pedestal toilet and hand wash basin with mirror above. Traditional radiator with heated towel rail, ceramic wall tiles and wood laminate flooring.Bedroom 2 - Window to rear elevation, radiator and fitted carpet.Bedroom 3 - Window to rear elevation, radiator and fitted carpet.Bedroom 4 - Window to front elevation, integrated storage cupboards, radiator and fitted carpet.Bedroom 5 - Windows to front elevation, integrated storage cupboards, radiators and fitted carpet. Shower Room - Window to side elevation, large shower unit, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin with mirrored cabinet above, integrated shelving and wood laminate flooring.Landing to front - Large picture window to rear elevation overlooking paddocks and stone wall archway, radiator and fitted carpet.The village of Crowcombe is widely regarded as one of the most favoured in the locality lying at the foot of the Quantock range of hills designated as the first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and where many lovely foot and bridleways are available. The village has a popular primary school, community stores and pub and more extensive facilities are available at either Williton or Bishops Lydeard each about 4 miles away. Taunton the County Town is some 10 miles to the south where a wide range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities will be found together with rail link to London Paddington and M5 interchange. The surrounding area affords some of the most attractive countryside within the district and there are numerous opportunities for the enjoyment of country pursuits as well as a myriad of footpaths to explore. The property occupies a peaceful and quaint hamlet location but is not in any way remote.You will approach the property from the private driveway with land either side. A parking bay for 2 cars can be found on your right hand side with a larger area for at least 5 cars directly outside the front of the property. There is a level lawn to the front and a paved sun terrace suitable for seating. A stream runs along the left hand side of the driveway with a footbridge and gate to one of the paddocks. To the rear of the property is a large paved terrace running the length of the barn, an attractive stone wall and arch gives way to the second paddock of about an acre with stone outbuilding inclusive.On entering the main driveway you will find a triple garage to your right with up and over doors, light, power and storage space above. In the paddock to the rear of the property there is a stone outbuilding currently used for storage but could potentially offer stabling or shelter. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i68198289
Ripland House provides a particularly appealing and intriguing country home where an original farmhouse, with its beams and open fireplaces, has been cleverly extended to provide light and spacious rooms, which in all provides a pleasing blend of ancient and modern living. An attractive courtyard entrance leads to the front door and the entrance hall with a beautifully hand-crafted oak turning staircase leads to the first floor. The drawing room has triple aspect with French doors leading out to the gardens and a 'hole in the wall' open fireplace. A wide opening leads into a garden room / study, also having French doors out onto the south-west facing terrace. A further glass door leads into a charming music room / study, with a herringbone wood block floor, oak handmade bookcases, and a Victorian style fireplace. The dining room is the core of the house, having a heavily beamed ceiling and a brick Minster fireplace and door leading down to the kitchen / breakfast room, fitted with a range of oak fronted cabinets with granite work surfaces, an electric induction/conventional hob and double oven. There is also an under counter refrigerator, freezer and a dishwasher. A traditional pantry is found on the northern elevation and there is a secondary staircase up to a galleried landing. To the rear of the house there is a utility / boot room with a Grant oil-fired boiler and sink unit and a door leading to an inner lobby where there is an understairs cupboard and door through to the cloakroom. The beautiful turning staircase leads to the first floor landing where there is a built-in cupboard with a hot water cylinder and door to the principal bedroom which has glorious outlooks. A door then leads to a dressing room and en suite bathroom with marble hand basin, panelled bath with a Mira shower and WC. The family bathroom is fitted with WC, panelled bath, shower, and wash basin. An inner landing has steps up to a guest bedroom with double aspect, Victorian style fireplace, and en suite shower room with Aqualisa shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC. A further bedroom has a good range of built-in cupboards, providing both hanging and shelf storage space. The secondary landing is ideal as a small study and sitting area. There is a second airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and door leading to a further bedroom with built-in cupboards providing excellent storage space. There is an adjoining bathroom with panelled bath, shower, WC, a bidet and a contemporary glass wash basin set on a glass washstand.Tax Band - F For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70284883
A striking 19th Century manor house, together with substantial workshop with alternative use potential, garage and paddock. In all extended to 5.99 acres. This imposing manor house dates back to 1888 and is of local stone elevations under a pitched slated roof. The property has a real feeling of grandeur about it with an impressive entrance hall, symmetrical reception rooms, generous room sizes and tall ceiling heights. Unusually the property is not listed and enjoys oil fired central heating and double glazing throughout. The accommodation in brief comprises a fabulous entrance hall with original quarry tile flooring and turning staircase rising to the first floor. The reception rooms lie on either side being a fabulous sitting room enjoying a dual aspect and open fire place with marble surround. The drawing room is fitted with bespoke book shelf and minster fireplace with log burning stove. A door off leads to a fabulous kitchen/dining room with minster fireplace at either end fitted solid wood base units with Quarts work surfaces over and island unit. To the rear is a second staircase, laundry W.C. and study currently used as a store room. Upstairs are four double bedrooms and a single currently used as a study. The master has a shower area and the remaining bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom and separate shower room.RIGHTS OF WAY The land benefits from a right of way over the area hatched blue on the plan below.The property is located on north western edge of the highly desirable village of Lydeard St Lawrence. Local amenities include a popular primary school whilst the rural centre of Bishops Lydeard is about two miles where a good range of day to day amenities will be found including mini supermarket, health centre, primary school and news agents. There are a host of local foot and bridle paths that gives easy access into the surrounding, very attractive countryside.The county town of Taunton is about 7 miles away and being the county, Taunton has an excellent range of shopping, scholastic and leisure facilities with 3 noted public schools. Taunton is also well connected for the commuter with a direct line rail link and both Bristol and Exeter host international airports being within an hours drive.The property is approached via an electric gate with stone pillars over a gravel driveway which leads to a detached garage. The front gardens are mainly lawned and contained with well established borders creating privacy. Adjoining the rear of the house is an insulated workshop of stone and timber clad elevations which could easily suit a number of alternative uses such as an annexe, office, gym, games room or other similar uses, subject to the necessary consents. In addition is a courtyard with a traditional outbuilding previously used for stables and the associated land lies to the north.THE LAND The land immediately adjoins the property two the north and slopes up where a small fruit orchard can be found. Beyond are two paddocks which are less sloping, perfect for equestrian or agricultural use and from have fantastic views can be enjoyed of the surrounding countryside. In all the land extends to approximately 5.99 acres. ADDITIONAL LAND There is a further 7.21 acres available by separate negotiation. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70159790
An extremely impressive five bedroom detached house, which is beautifully presented throughout. It occupies a spacious plot of approximately 0.3 acres, in a prime spot within walking distance of the town centre. The house was built in 2003, as a bespoke build by the current owners, and has been loved and cared for by the family ever since. You enter through the front door into the initial entrance hall, with doors opening to a downstairs WC & a spacious cloakroom. An ornate archway opens into the main reception hall, with an impressive oak staircase rising to the first floor, with a wrap around gallery landing. From the main hall, doors open to the principal rooms. There are three main reception rooms, with the living room situated to one side at the rear of the house, which enjoys a window to the side aspect, French doors at the rear, with a spectacular view over the rear lawn, and a feature fireplace. At the front or the house, there is a spacious study, which could be utilised for a variety of purposes. Also at the front of the home, is an impressive bar/billiards room. The bar itself is built in, and has a fully equipped pump system with a selection of beverages. There is also ample space to accommodate a full size snooker table, with a bay window to the front aspect and another to the side. The Owners Love - The current owners have loved "raising our children here. It has been an incredible family home". Their favourite thing about living in the house is "the real sense of space you get with every room". They will mostly miss "our family home! We meticulously designed and built this house to the highest specification, and have loved every day of our time here"! "There is also excellent access to the town centre, as well as the Blackdown Hills, with a wide variety of walks and countryside to explore within a short drive. We really will miss it!" The kitchen is located to the rear of the house, and benefits from a variety of modern fitted wall and base units, and an island/breakfast bar, with work surfaces over and inset stainless steel sink with drainer. There is a range of built in appliances, which include a high-level double oven, induction hob with hood over and dishwasher, as well as space for an American style fridge freezer. Bi-fold doors open to the rear patio, and the area is open plan to the dining area and utility room. The utility room is well equipped, with a range of fitted units, and space for washing machine, dryer and another fridge/freezer. There is also a fitted sink and a door to the side pathway. The dining area is open plan to the kitchen, and in turn, has bi-fold doors opening into the garden room, which has sky light windows, also with bi-folds opening to the rear patio, and enjoys panoramic views of the gardens and pool house. Upstairs, on the first floor landing, there are four double bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities, and a fifth bedroom, with an attractive outlook over the rear gardens. The master bedroom benefits from a large walk in wardrobe, providing ample storage. It also enjoys en-suite facilities, with a large walk in shower, freestanding claw-foot roll top bath, washbasin and WC. The second and third bedrooms each have their own en-suite bathrooms, and are fitted with four piece suites including bath, shower cubicles, WC and washbasins. The fourth bedroom also has an en-suite shower room, this time with a Jack & Jill entrance from the landing, and fitted with a three-piece suite. The fifth bedroom is at the rear of the house, and enjoys an attractive outlook over the rear garden, with fitted wardrobes and a loft access hatch. George Loves - "I was blown away by just how much space this home offers! Arranged over two floors in the main house, and with the garage and pool house too, it approximately measures 5,261 ft2. It's a perfect property for a family looking for lots of space and a real sense of luxury. I also really like the specification of the house. The house it fitted with all the mod cons and is ready for the next family to move straight in. An absolute must see home and a truly unique and rare opportunity!" Outside, to the front of the property, there is a spacious brick paved driveway, enclosed by secure walls/railings and a remote controlled electric gate. There is ample parking for multiple vehicles, and a large garage, with up and over door, power and lighting. A side gate provides access to the rear garden. Initially, there is a seating area laid to patio, which leads nicely off the kitchen and garden room. The centrepiece of the garden is laid to lawn, and bordered by mature and well-stocked beds. There is a children's play area, complete with slide and swing set, and laid with a bed of wood chippings in the far corner. Beside the house, is a hard standing for a large shed, surrounded by stone chippings. Situated at the bottom of the garden is the pool house, with an impressive indoor heated swimming pool, complete with its own shower and WC facilities, kitchenette and changing rooms. The pools pump room is also attached to the building, with all the maintenance apparatus and boiler. Three sets of double doors open onto the garden. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i71395515
Whatley House is believed to date back to 1810, the Georgian era, and is Listed Grade II, being of significant architectural importance and historic interest. Of classical design of the period, the house is constructed of red brick Flemish bond with deep twelve pane sash windows, all under a tiled roof with tall brick chimneys. The house has an imposing pillared entrance with a closed gravelled courtyard and flight of steps leading up to the formal pedimented front door. The accommodation is conveniently arranged over three floors and retains a wealth of period detail including deep, elaborate cornices, marble fireplaces and all principal rooms enjoy good outlooks. The entrance hall has doors leading off to the drawing room, which is well proportioned, is particularly light with double aspect and a gas live flame canopy fire with a grey marble mantelpiece. The dining room is of similar size, also has marble fireplace and open grate and tall window overlooking the Square. The sitting room/library has a wall of bookcases and further glazed fronted cupboards to either side of the formal fireplace. A short flight of stairs leads down to the garden level with a well fitted kitchen with AGA and door leading out to the east facing terrace. Further reception space is found on the lower ground floor, with flagstone floor hallway with rear entrance and shower room with wc and two good sized rooms, one providing music room/sitting room with large, perhaps original kitchen fireplace (sealed off) with a wine store and utility store. The other reception room provides a good party room or could be furnished as a home office. The bedrooms are found on the first floor, the principal bedroom having two windows overlooking the Square and an en suite shower room with walk-in shower, two wash hand basins, set into marble top with cupboards below and wc. There is a pretty guest bedroom with en suite shower, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom.Tax Band - G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i69881035
THE AGENT SAYS....The Old Vicarage offers a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial detached 6 bedroomed family home. As its name suggests, a former vicarage and now a much-loved family home, which has been beautifully maintained throughout with the benefit of a most attractive detached Coach House. The main house covers three floors and provides spacious well-appointed rooms, all of which allow an abundance of natural light in, with the majority enjoying enviable views across the gardens and attractive views over the village and surrounding countryside. Of particular note are the stunning gardens.The accommodation comprises an inner lobby with a useful cloak room and WC off to the side. Steps lead up to the main reception hall, which features an attractive central staircase leading up to the upper floors. To one side inner double doors open into the snug. An exceptionally sunny room with a full height bay window looking out to a formal west facing garden. Centrally located is the fireplace housing a wood burning stove. Built in cabinets with display shelving to the side. At the far end of the hall is an impressive dining room, which links into the sitting room. These two main receptions to the house offer excellent entertaining space, with high ceilings and French windows in both rooms that afford an abundance of natural light in. They offer exceptional views out across the main garden area with terracing running along to the side. The rooms provide impressive space and include period fireplaces that give character to the rooms.The kitchen breakfast room is fitted with a comprehensive range of hand painted wall and base units offering extensive storage. A useful central island provides excellent preparation work surface space with further cupboards under and an integrated electric oven with induction hob set within a granite work surface, which extends across the base units. Opposite is a two-oven oiled fired aga. To the far end window seating surrounds the farmhouse table, used for informal breakfast and kitchen dining. Beyond is the utility room with a large larder off to one side. Further wall and base units run along one side with space for a freezer, washing machine and dryer below. Opposite and next to the back door is a study/home office. The back door opens onto a large decking veranda area. An outside store/workshop is off to one side. Gated access leads to a large yard area with a second entrance for multiple cars. On the first floor, the principal bedroom is spacious and light with glorious views looking out across the garden. This leads into a superb dressing room with a full range of built-in wardrobe storage which runs around the room. Continue through the dressing room into the shower room with twin basins set within a fitted vanity unit. A large walk-in shower is off to the side with WC at the far end. The main guest bedroom is spacious and light and includes an en suite shower room and a walk-in wardrobe. Guest bedroom five (fondly known as The Honey Room) features an original cast iron fire surround and enjoys elevated views out to the church and village. The main family bathroom is appointed with basin, bath and airing cupboard. On the top floor there are three further bedrooms and a bathroom with bath and overhead shower. Of particular note is the impressive staircase that includes two quarter landings with a large walk-in linen cupboard. Both afford wonderful views out across the village and open countryside.THE COACH HOUSESet within the grounds of The Old Vicarage is the Coach House. This offers superb ancillary accommodation to the main house with its own private courtyard garden surrounding it. The current owners have converted this offering a fabulous open plan living space with a stunning kitchen. A useful shower room is located to the side of the stairs. On the first floor a double bedroom with an en suite bathroom beyond. This offers huge flexibility for either extended family members or could provide an additional income stream as an air B&B, or holiday let. GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe main gardens to the old vicarage extend to just under an acre in total. The current owners, who are keen gardeners embarked on an ambitious design of the whole area. Gaining great inspiration from the Arts and Crafts movement, they set about a complete transformation of its grounds. Playing centre stage to its design is a circular lawn. From here the eye catches varying pathways and walks leading away from the centre focus into garden 'rooms' areas of the garden that offer themes and certain styles. This is typical of the style in the arts and crafts era. Surrounding the circular lawn are deep herbaceous borders filled with an impressive collection of plants including ornamental shrubs and perennials that spill out over the edges offering a wide variety of colour, texture and interest throughout the growing season. Seating areas are spotted to the sides that lead the eye along espalier fruit tree walks opening into a wildlife pond and bog garden. Other pathways lead into a more tranquil space with beautiful textures and calming grasses and wildflowers. On the west side of the house is an enclosed garden with clipped topiary boxed hedging offering great formality, which leads to a paved terrace area to the south of the house opening into a delightful vine covered pergola, which is the perfect place for outside entertaining. Beyond this, to the far side, is a highly productive kitchen garden that contains numerous raised borders for vegetables along side fruit cages for soft fruit and a greenhouse with potting shed with power seen to the side. A useful covered open store area is cleverly screened to the far side of the garden and is ideal for wood storage, where the oil tank and storage space is found. A most inspiring garden that would impress any garden lover! The property is approached off a quiet country no through lane just opposite a most picturesque church opening onto a large, gravelled drive with parking to the front and side of the house for multiple vehicles.SITUATIONIsle Abbotts is a highly regarded popular rural village with a thriving community with a village hall and church. It is located within easy access to the town of Ilminster being 5 miles to the south and Langport 7 miles to the north east. The picturesque county town of Taunton, offers an excellent range of shops, independent restaurants and cafes and highly regarded state and independent schools. From Taunton there is a fast rail service to London Paddington and both Bristol and Exeter international airports are within an hour's drive.SERVICESMains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired Aga, electric storage heaters. LOCAL AUTHORITYSouth Somerset District Council. Council Tax Band GENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATERating E For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i68803222
Set well back within its grounds, The Old Vicarage has a screened, private setting that looks out through broadleaf trees lining Linden Grove onto a charming, park-like green space containing four grass tennis courts. It dates from the latter part of the 19th century and is a wonderful example of the sort of fine family house that the Church of England built for members of its parish clergy at that time. The house has generous, well-proportioned accommodation spread over three floors and is built of local stone under a Welsh slate roof with deep eaves. It sits in the north-east corner of its grounds thereby providing extended, south-facing views across the garden to the sitting room, kitchen/dining room and principal bedroom, whilst the study faces east to get the best of the morning light towards the tennis courts opposite. The house is unlisted and has retained many original architectural fittings in light, airy rooms with tall ceilings lit by tall, double-glazed sash windows. It has recently undergone a three-year full refurbishment finished to a very high standard. The interior was styled and redesigned by an award-winning interior, who has achieved a superb feeling of space and light throughout. The interior is filled with natural light with three reception rooms on the ground floor. Of these the sitting room and study both have open fireplaces, whilst the family room has a cosy wood-burning stove. The kitchen/dining room is fitted with floor to ceiling contemporary units, a four-oven AGA, Belfast sink plus a range of built-in electrical appliances and has a three tall, wide windows looking out across the garden. Upstairs there is a centrally positioned, broad landing leading the five good-sized bedrooms. The principal, L-shaped bedroom faces south and has an integral bath and shower and separate, ensuite WC. The fifth bedroom currently serves as a dressing room lined on two facing sides by floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes.Secondary Accommodation & GardenIncorporated within the house are a one-bedroom ground floor flat and a two-bedroom maisonette on the first and second floors and accessed by its own entrance on the ground floor. Both are fashioned from rooms formerly used by live-in domestic staff and therefore do not impinge on the privacy of the main part of the house. Both face predominantly north and west looking out onto Elm Grove and are entirely self-contained.The house is approached via a vehicle entrance off Linden Grove leading to a gravelled parking area on the east side of the house, where there is ample space for several vehicles. Beside the parking area is a double garage. The grounds extend to about half an acre and are bound by a mix of tall, close-boarded timber fencing and low stone walling topped with mature hedging. Privacy is further enhanced by a mix of several, native broadleaf trees including an impressive beech tree shielding the south-east corner of the house. Behind the house is a large, gravelled seating and dining area that is sheltered and not overlooked. This provides a very private entertaining space and alongside it are a wood-fired jacuzzi and a Swedish style sauna.The Old Vicarage is situated back from the junction of Linden Grove and Elm Grove, two handsome, tree-lined residential streets within level walking distance of Taunton town centre. Sited on the River Tone with a population of about 65,000, Taunton is an old market town and is the county town of Somerset. The Old Vicarage is perfectly sited to take full advantage of all that the town has to offer. There is a convenience store just a third of a mile away and it is close to a wide selection of supermarkets, Somerset County Cricket Club, the river, French Weir Park and Victoria Park. The train station is only a 13-minute walk away offering direct services to Paddington (1 hour 40 minutes), Exeter St. David's (29 minutes) and Bristol Temple Meads (1 hour 3minutes). The town also offers a wide selection of schools from both the state and independent sectors. These include The Castle School and Richard Huish College (both Ofsted-rated 1 Outstanding) plus the well-regarded King's College Taunton and Queen's College, all within a two-mile radius. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i68604358
Looking over its large and beautiful part-walled garden, Barr House has a charming setting off a little-used country lane close to the River Tone. It was bought by its current owner back in 1972 by when it had become very neglected and almost derelict. It subsequently underwent a full programme of faithful restoration and improvement. Starting life as a farmhouse in the 17th century and Grade II listed, Barr House itself was created in the mid-18th century when the farmhouse was transformed into a much grander and beautifully proportioned U-plan house. This incorporated many of the classic, Georgian-era architectural features that came to symbolise probably the most elegant period of British architecture. These include rendered exterior walls grooved to resemble cut stone, a Bath stone colonnaded front porch, tall 12 and 16-pane sash windows, a Welsh slate roof with deep eaves and a front carriage driveway incorporating a pear-shaped turning circle.The interior has a wonderfully light and airy feel with well-proportioned rooms, tall ceilings and some equally gorgeous fittings including several beautiful fireplaces, plentiful rich joinery and some lovely, moulded plaster ceilings. The ground floor has four generously sized reception rooms off a central hall, all facing east or south, plus a separate breakfast room next to the kitchen at the back of the house. The kitchen is fitted with a tiled floor, handmade timber units under granite work surfaces and a four-oven AGA. Immediately adjacent to it is a good-sized pantry off the corridor to the utility room.The first floor has a central, galleried landing that mirrors the hall below, with the stairwell well-lit by natural light. Arranged around three sides of the landing are five double and two single bedrooms, with all the major bedrooms facing south and/or east with wonderful views over the gardens and surrounding farmland. The principal bedroom faces in both directions and has the largest of the house's two bathrooms immediately adjacent to it.The Cottage and Stable BlockAttached to one side of the house is a brick-built and lime-rendered cottage built around 1800. The cottage has a living room and kitchen on the ground floor and two bedrooms with a bathroom on the first floor. It does not impose on the privacy of the main house and is ideal as overflow or staff accommodation or as an Airbnb. Behind the cottage is the former stable yard, which provides ample parking space for the house. To one side and at a right angle to the main house is a brick-built stable block with two floors, with each storey serving as a single workroom/storage space. Beside it are a collection of further outbuildings serving as garden and log stores.Garden and groundsBarr House stands in about 4.38 acres (1.77 hectares) of magical gardens and grounds, which are bound along the length of Barr Lane by high walling that provides a high level of privacy. The front wrought iron gates open to a gravelled carriage driveway.The house sits in the northwest corner of its grounds with about two acres of beautiful, established formal gardens extending out to the south and east. These feature an exceptional tapestry of level lawns, mature trees, richly planted borders and a large pond. Beyond the garden and covering the remaining two-plus acres is a successful and established plant nursery specialising in bulbous plants, which has its own entrance and parking area further down Barr Lane at the far side of the grounds(see Barr House is situated in the hamlet of Barr amidst open countryside and close to the western edge of Taunton, which is a former market town and now the county town of Somerset. The property therefore has a rural setting but is perfectly sited to take full advantage of all that the town has to offer. Overall, the town contains a wide selection of shops, restaurants and local businesses plus sporting venues such Somerset County Cricket Club and Taunton Racecourse. There is a village shop in the next door village, Bishops Hull, plus a wide selection of large supermarkets nearby. The train station provides direct services to Paddington (1 hour 40 minutes), Exeter St. David's (29 minutes) and Bristol Temple Meads (1 hour 3 minutes) and the M5 is only six miles away. It also offers a wide selection of schools from both the state and independent sectors. These include The Castle School and Richard Huish College (both Ofsted-rated 1 Outstanding) plus the well-regarded King's College, Queens College and Taunton school, all within a three-mile radius. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_bishops-hull-d28301/for-sale_i70190661
The PropertyNestled within the idyllic countryside of Lower Durston, Taunton, lies an extraordinary example of Georgian architectural splendor. This distinguished Grade II listed residence stands as a testament to timeless elegance, offering a harmonious blend of historic charm and modern luxury.Beyond the imposing facade, this prestigious estate welcomes you into a world of refined living. Boasting six bedrooms and four reception rooms, each exquisitely appointed with period features and bespoke finishes, the property provides an unparalleled sense of grandeur and sophistication.Recently modernized throughout, this Georgian masterpiece seamlessly integrates contemporary amenities with the property's original character. From the ornate cornices adorning the ceilings to the majestic fireplaces gracing the reception rooms, every detail reflects a commitment to preserving the home's rich heritage while ensuring the utmost comfort for modern living.Descend to the lower level and discover a self-contained one-bedroom annexe, offering a private retreat for guests or extended family members. Adjacent, a cellar area provides excellent storage space and presents an opportunity for further development, subject to obtaining planning consent, making it ideal for bespoke customization to suit your lifestyle needs.OutsideSet upon approximately 3.7 acres of meticulously landscaped gardens and grazing land, the property offers a serene escape amidst nature's beauty. Enjoy leisurely strolls through manicured lawns or engage in friendly matches on the enclosed grass tennis court, providing endless entertainment for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.Indulge in ultimate relaxation within the stunning walled garden, where an inviting outdoor pool awaits. Complete with convenient changing rooms, this secluded sanctuary offers a tranquil retreat for enjoying the sun-dappled afternoons or hosting gatherings with family and friends.For those with a passion for equestrian pursuits, the property includes a selection of outbuildings and stables, catering to the needs of both horse enthusiasts and those seeking additional storage space or workshop areas.Experience the epitome of luxurious country living in this magnificent Georgian estate. Whether seeking a tranquil retreat or a grand setting for entertaining, this property offers an unparalleled opportunity to embrace the timeless elegance and refinement of a bygone era. Arrange your private viewing today and let this distinguished residence capture your imagination.Disclaimer for virtual viewingsSome or all information pertaining to this property may have been provided solely by the vendor, and although we always make every effort to verify the information provided to us, we strongly advise you to make further enquiries before continuing.If you book a viewing or make an offer on a property that has had its valuation conducted virtually, you are doing so under the knowledge that this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and that we may not have been able to access the premises to confirm the information or test any equipment. We therefore strongly advise you to make further enquiries before completing your purchase of the property to ensure you are happy with all the information provided. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70889105
Situated on the edge of the village with views over unspoilt farmland towards the Blackdown Hills twenty miles away, Court House is an impressive and eye catching Queen Anne-style farmhouse built in 1725. It is Grade II listed and built of lovely mellow red brick with its front decorated by a regular pattern of purple bricks and an impressive portico supported by Tuscan Doric columns and a Welsh slate roof adorned with bonneted dormer windows. To the rear it has a 2-storey south-facing Victorian wing with Welsh-slate roof that looks out over the garden.Court House offers not only multi generational living, but several other possible uses including serviced accommodation; holiday lets; renting on Assured Shorthold Tenancies, or a small business.A programme of renovation and improvement has now been largely completed by the current owners, with sufficient remaining to enable new owners to put their own stamp on the house. It has retained many original architectural features including timber floors, wainscot panelling, fireplaces, cornicing, picture rails and window seats.Since the EPCs for the Barn and the main House were assessed, internal wall insulation has been added and other work has been done to further improve the ratings.The ground floor currently has three reception rooms, all of which have fireplaces fitted with wood-burning stoves, plus a lovely farmhouse kitchen that looks out onto the garden. The kitchen is fitted with an Indesit range cooker and has ample space for a big kitchen table and a sofa and adjacent to it is a large workroom that would make an ideal family room.Off the first floor landing is the principal bedroom with an en suite bath and shower room, three further double bedrooms and the family bathroom. A secondary landing leads to the games room, which has a vaulted ceiling and windows on two sides and at the far end is a further double bedroom that currently serves as a home office. A self-contained flat with four double bedrooms and its own ground floor entrance has been created from the house's extensive suite of attic rooms. This additional accommodation could be included within the rest of the house with no structural change.Cottage & BarnBehind the house is a single-storey three bedroom, two bathroom barn conversion with its own parking, garden and paved courtyard. Attached to, and to the north of the main house, is a three bedroom, two bathroom cottage with its own garden. Both have been let very successfully for some years under Assured Shorthold Tenancies providing a steady income stream. However, if required, the cottage and flat could be incorporated into Court House which would be ideal for families seeking a multi-generational living arrangement where a good level of privacy is desirable for two or more households.Outbuildings, garden & groundsCourt House is approached via a curving driveway leading to a gravelled parking area in front of the house and passing a circular, spring-fed pond with an ornamental fountain at its centre, overlooked by a mature Japanese flowering cherry tree. A stream flows out of the pond through the south-facing, lawned garden, which is bounded by mature hedging and trees. Behind the house is further parking, an attractive granary supported on staddle stones, single garage and a workshop with integral office. Beyond the rear parking area is a sloping, south-facing, one acre paddock enclosed by stock-proof fencing with fantastic views from its highest point.Court House has a lovely setting on the edge of the small village of Ash Priors, which is surrounded by unspoilt countryside nestling between the Quantocks, Blackdown and Brendon Hills and is within easy reach of Exmoor and the North Somerset coast.The village itself has a 15th century church and village hall and the nearby village of Bishops Lydeard has a farm shop, Co-op convenience store and two popular pubs. For day-to-day requirements Wellington has a good range of shops and local businesses including a Waitrose supermarket and Taunton is also within easy reach. Nearby transport links include the A358 and the M5, Taunton has regular rail services to Bristol Temple Meads (52 minutes) and Paddington (1 hour 39 minutes) and Exeter and Bristol airports are both within reach.There is an excellent range of schooling available from both the State and independent sectors. This includes three village primary schools within a three mile radius and several good private schools including Blundells, Taunton School, King's and Queen's Colleges in Taunton, King's Hall Preparatory School and Richard Huish Sixth Form College.Bishops Lydeard 1.5 miles, Taunton station 6 miles (Bristol 52 minutes & Paddington 1 hour 39 minutes), Wellington 8 miles, J25 M5 8.1 miles Bridgwater Bay 13.3 miles, Exeter Airport 29.3 miles, Exeter City Centre 36.6 miles, Bristol Airport 41.6 miles (All distances and times are approximate) For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i71765822
Higher House sits in a commanding elevated position within the charming Somerset village, with outstanding far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. The house is not listed and offers an abundance of period charm with classic proportions. The entrance hall sets the tone for the rest of the house, where the quality and attention to detail in the presentation is immediately noticeable. The house has undergone extensive and sympathetic refurbishment in recent years.The principal reception rooms all have generous ceiling heights and an abundance of natural light. The dining room is positioned off the entrance hall, with double doors seamlessly linking to the kitchen which features a central island and AGA as well as double doors leading to an east facing courtyard, ideal for enjoying a morning coffee. Also accessed from a door off the dining room is the butler's kitchen, ideal for food preparation for those who enjoy entertaining. Accessed from the rear hall is a lift to all floors.The drawing room evokes an ambiance of grandeur, featuring exquisite detailing and a captivating view from the south facing sash windows and double doors leading to the gardens. Next to the drawing room is a sitting room, perfect for unwinding next to the fireplace with a book and enjoying the views through the bay window. Also on the ground floor is a study, ideal for those who need to work from home, as well as a utility room and large laundry with direct access to an additional terraced courtyard to the rear of the house.The elegant staircase leads to a large landing that has been transformed into a welcoming library area, that leads to a principal bedroom. The master bedroom occupies the upper level, with some of the finest views from the entire property. There is a large dressing room, that could be converted into another bedroom if required, and an en suite shower room. Another principal guest room is also on this floor situated on the south side of the house with magical views and its own shower room. There are a further two bedrooms in the main part of the house, and a self-contained flat with a kitchen, sitting room and bedroom and shower room that could easily be incorporated into the main house thanks to connecting door on the first floor.The two cottages are south-facing and sit overlooking the attractive and sunny paved courtyard to the rear of the house, as well as the established gardens and views beyond, whilst maintaining a good level of privacy from the main house. Both cottages are light and cleverly designed, fitted with locally made bespoke kitchens. Honeysuckle Cottage is the larger of the two, with a generous kitchen/dining room with original beams, sitting room and two bedrooms sharing a bathroom.The Mouse House is a one bedroom cottage with an open plan kitchen/sitting/dining room.The gardens at Higher House complement the house perfectly, with an abundance of mature trees, established borders and formal lawns interspersed with pathways and numerous areas to sit and enjoy the majestic views. The front of the house is adorned with a beautiful Wisteria, and attractive stone walls divide the different areas of the garden. Elevated above the lawn area in front of the house is a further lawn with sheltered outdoor entertaining area. Beyond this is the tennis court neatly built into the hill. Sitting above the tennis court is a small meadow, where some of the finest views can be enjoyed.A double car port and store are positioned on one side of the driveway, with ample space for parking and turning. Further outbuildings include a garden store and summer house.Higher House is located on the edge of the popular village of West Bagborough in the heart of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village has a popular pub, cricket club and village hall. Nearby Taunton offers excellent day to shopping, recreational and educational facilities although the nearby villages of Bishops Lydeard and Crowcombe also have a shop, post office and butcher. The Quantock Hills AONB is famous for its beautiful rolling countryside and varied wildlife and there are numerous opportunities for walking, riding and cycling. The Blackdown Hills and Exmoor National Park are also within easy reach. There is an excellent range of schooling available from both the State and independent sectors. This includes three village primary schools within a three mile radius and several good private schools including Blundells, Taunton School, King's and Queen's Colleges in Taunton, King's Hall Preparatory School and Richard Huish Sixth Form College. The M5 motorway junction 25 is approximately 10 miles away and there is a direct rail link to London Paddington from Taunton taking from 1 hour 40 minutes. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i68505007
The Old Rectory is an exquisite family home, offering approximately 4,938 sq. ft. of accommodation in the main house, presented to an exceptional standard throughout. The current owners have modernised the house to provide the best of family living, retaining the original character of the property with features including large sash windows with shutters, open fireplaces and high ceilings. Truly outstanding views can be appreciated from most of the accommodation.There are four large reception rooms on the ground floor including the sitting room, dining room and study at the rear of the house, all of which are well-proportioned rooms with open fireplaces and attractive exposed floorboards. The fourth reception room, the courtyard room, is situated in a newer extension to the property which complements the rest of the house perfectly, featuring an intricately tiled floor, exposed stonework and a large skylight providing ample natural light. Also in this part of the house is the very spacious kitchen/breakfast room which has a range of stylish fitted units with granite worktops, a large kitchen island and breakfast bar, an AGA, dishwasher, Siemens electric oven and a wine cooler. There is also a separate utility room which provides additional storage with fitted larder cupboards and more granite worktops. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a family bathroom, a useful boot room and a gym.Four generously-proportioned double bedrooms are located on the first floor, all which have wonderful views of the surrounding verdant countryside. Two of the bedrooms share a Jack and-Jill shower room, whilst the other two are serviced by a well-appointed wet room. There is also a laundry room.The second floor offers a large double bedroom, also with stunning views, plus an adjoining room which could be used as a seating area, dressing room or additional sixth bedroom. There is an adjacent en suite shower room.Guide price: £2,750,000.Local Authority: Somerset County Council.Services: Mains electricity and private water. Private drainage which we understand may not be compliant with current regulations. Further information is being sought. Oil fired central heating.Council Tax: Band H.Tenure: Freehold.Wayleaves and Easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.Rights of Way: There is a public footpath which runs across part of the land. Further information is available from the agent.The Old Rectory is situated within its own land, in a private elevated position. A private driveway leads to the house where there is ample parking space, with additional parking provided in the single and double garage. The gardens surrounding the house are beautifully landscaped, offering a wide-range of all-seasons planting, established magnificent leafy trees and a number of paved seating areas which are perfectly situated for enjoying the views. Away from the house, the current owners have added superb equestrian facilities including a sand school, a stable block with tack room and a large open fronted barn. The remaining land comprises open fields and meadows, in total measuring approximately 16 acres.The Old Rectory is situated in an enviable position with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside and yet within easy access of Taunton, providing excellent transport links and amenities. For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, the property is perfectly situated approximately two miles from Exmoor National Park, as well as about seven miles from the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing miles of stunning footpaths, cycling routes and bridleways to explore. There are also a number of excellent golf courses nearby. The nearby small towns of Wiveliscombe and Wellington provide a good range of amenities, local shops, pubs and services. Taunton, the county town of Somerset, is just 12 miles away offering a county cricket ground and a number of additional services, recreational facilities as well as a mainline train station. There is no shortage of outstanding schools in the area, including King's Hall Preparatory School, King's College Taunton, Taunton School, Queen's Taunton and Wellington School. Also within easy reach are Blundell's in Tiverton, Sherborne College and Millfield.Communication links are good. The M5 motorway (junction 25) is about 14 miles to the east. The mainline station at Taunton has a direct service to London Paddington, with journeys taking from 1 hour 40 minutes. Bristol International Airport is about 42 miles away, providing an ever-increasing range of flights to domestic and international destinations. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i69748363
A substantial former Rectory completely restored and remodelled with Georgian Coach House to be developed in a private and peaceful setting.The Old Rectory occupies a site which is thought to have had a dwelling since Tudor times, the property was then remodelled in the Regency period and again in the 1920s with arts and crafts influence. In recent years the house has been greatly extended and remodelled and now presents a quite magnificent and distinguished country house. The works have been carried out to exacting standards and all energy saving features and services have been thought of, providing period and gracious accommodation with all energy efficiency and modern living. A pillared entrance porch has a bespoke panelled front door with Georgian fanlight above, leads into the reception hall, which is a room in itself and has limestone tiled floor, cornicing, fireplace with woodburning stove and bookcases to either side. A door leads through to the sitting room with a fireplace and bookcases, shelved cupboard, a wooden floor, cornicing and a shelved corner cupboard. The staircase hall has a beautiful elliptical Georgian staircase leading to the galleried landing and a limestone tiled floor. There is a well proportioned drawing room with exquisite carved marble fireplace and high Georgian windows and French doors overlooking and opening out to the gardens and grounds. Double panelled doors open into the study with a Chesney cut stone fireplace, bookcases and wooden floor. There is a cloaks lobby with cloakroom and a door leading through to the dining room, also with Chesney fireplace, a woodburning stove and an archway opening into an orangery with doors leading out into the garden. There is a boot room, a utility room and a door leading down to a cellar providing excellent storage and a door leading through to a mud/boot room with cloakroom. The kitchen/breakfast room provides great living space, the kitchen area being particularly well fitted with a range of panelled wall and floor mounted cabinets, a four oven AGA and a fitted Lacanche professional Range cooker with gas hob and electric ovens. There is a large capacity professional corner fridge and two dishwashers and a central island and French doors out into the garden. The living area provides space for a large breakfast table and sofas and has a Bath stone French style fireplace with newly fitted Esse cooking stove. Planning permission has been obtained to build a substantial orangery off the kitchen. The staircase with beautiful balustrade leads to the galleried landing extending across the house, with cornicing and a library area at the western end. A panelled door leads into the principal bedroom suite with a dressing room with shoe racks and built in cupboards and a well proportioned bedroom with double aspect wooden floor, cornicing and a door leading into the bathroom with free standing, extra large double ended ceramic bath and walk in shower. There are four further bedrooms on the first floor, three having en suite bathrooms. A further inner staircase leads up to the second floor where there is excellent attic storage space, a characterful bedroom with en suite bathroom and a further loft room giving scope for further bedroom accommodation. There is also a small kitchen area on the landing.As mentioned, there is a detached Georgian Coach House adjacent to the property, which has planning permission to create a five bedroom living space, ideal for an independent relative or indeed for holiday lettings. A neighbouring land owner has a right of way along a short stretch of the Coach House drive to gain access to a small field.Tax Band: H For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_taunton-d196418/for-sale_i70619459
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