Property description
An absolutely delightful rural property comprising a beautiful listed farmhouse dating back the 17th century, a studio apartment, stabling and towards 4 acres of land.
BOXBUSH FARM, EAST PENNARD, SOMERSET, BA4 6UE
Full Description
An absolutely delightful rural property including a beautiful listed 17th century farmhouse, a studio apartment, stabling and towards 4 acres of land.The thatched farmhouse has tremendous character and appeal and deceptively roomy accommodation.The studio provides extra accommodation or home office, studio, etc.Stabling, worksop/garaging, gardens, ample parking areas towards 4 acres in several railed paddocks.
About The Area
Box Bush Farm is in the beautiful countryside between Glastonbury and Castle Cary with Wells just to the north which is the smallest city in England (population 11,000) with many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace, a small but busy local shopping centre and a broad range of societies and activities. Glastonbury's past and its present are linked with its dominant landmark, the Tor. It's been a religious centre throughout history and is now a thriving market town and a major tourist venue, welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Medieval Glastonbury - designated a conservation area - clusters around the evocative ruins of the Abbey. Castle Cary is another delightful and historic town which lies to the east and which has a main line train station to London.
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The property is located in a much sought after and very quiet rural area. It lies between the delightful, small villages of East Pennard and Parbrook which although having few amenities have a strong and very active community. Also within a short distance are the larger villages of Baltonsborough, Butleigh, Ditcheat and West Pennard. All have excellent primary schools and the first two have post offices / village stores and farm shops.There are many excellent state and independent schools in the area including Wells Blue School, Strode College, Crispins, Wells Cathedral School, Millfield and the Bruton schools.
Accommodation
Box Bush Farm stand at the junction of two quiet lanes in a gently elevated position facing south with wonderful views across the beautiful unspoilt surrounding countryside.The extremely pretty farmhouse is stone built (with roses and other climbing plants) under a thatched roof. It's Grade ll listed and dates back to the 17th century - the Stuart period between the Tudor and Georgian eras. The house retains many period details including flagstones (throughout most of the ground floor) a plank and muntin screen, oak, elm and old pine timberwork, beams and inglenook fireplaces - all enhanced by modern benefits including wood burning stoves and oil fired central heating together with solar panels.
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The accommodation includes a very comfortable sitting room with a door to the front garden and a large inglenook with a wood burner. Leading off is a small room now used as a study but also previously used as a 4th bedroom.There is a large inner hall and a shower room with a shower, basin and wc. From the hall a door opens into the dining room being a good size double aspect room with oak flooring, window seat, fireplace and wood burner.The kitchen & breakfast room is a great living area with plenty of light and space. It has fitted units, worksurfaces, sink unit, tiled areas and a large range cooker with a gas hob and an electric oven. It also has space and plumbing for a dishwasher.
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Off the kitchen is a very useful back porch with access into a good size scullery or utility room. Here are the boiler, sink unit, cupboards and space and plumbing for a washing machine.On the first floor are the landing, 3 bedrooms and a bathroom.In front of the house is a lawned garden bounded on the southern side by a laurel hedge. The property also includes an area of garden on the opposite side of the lane.At the back of the house is a courtyard garden flanked above by a traditional range of stone buildings which now includes the studio apartment. Internally this has a living room/kitchen/bedroom and shower room. This provides extra accommodation for use with the house and is also very useable as a B&B unit or home office.
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Beyond is a more recent yard with a large timber workshop/garaging, chicken run and the stabling.The stabling includes a timber range, south facing in a sunny and sheltered position, with 3 loose boxes, a feed store and tack room.Immediately adjacent are 3 post and railed paddocks and in all the property totals towards 4 acres.SERVICESMains water and electricity. LPG gas for a cooker. Private drainage.COUNCIL TAXBand E
Directions
From the East - From Glastonbury take the A361 eastwards towards Pilton. In West Pennard turn right (Newtown Lane), pass the monument and at the fork keep right. Take the next left ( the main lane swings right at this point). Continue to a T junction. Turn left. Continue straight over a small crossroad and at the next left turn the property is on the left.From the east -A37 Wraxall. At Wraxall crossroads - The closed pub on the west side - take the lane eastwards and continue to the second turning right and the property is at this junction.
Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
Property Features :
- Delightful Rural Property
- Retaining many period features including flagstone floors & inglenook fireplaces
- Farmhouse Plus Studio Apartment
- Stabling and Land (About 4 Acres)
- Tremendous Character