Property description
An attractive five bedroom house, originally a malthouse, in a stunning conversion of the former Oakhill Brewery. Large open plan sitting/kitchen/dining. master with ensuite and balcony. Private garden and parking for 2 cars. Communal facilities include a private gym, swimming pool and landscaped communal gardens. EPC:C
DESCRIPTION The historic Oakhill Brewery was founded in 1767, and the site remained in use as a brewery until it finally closed in 1997. This sensitive redevelopment of the existing buildings breathes new life into the site, providing 25 beautiful new homes located in the very heart of Oakhill village. Excellent communal facilities include a private gym, swimming pool and landscaped communal gardens for the residents' enjoyment. Most of the properties have been appropriately named after brewing terms.
The Malthouse - A Malthouse or Maltings, is a building where cereal grain is converted into malt by soaking it in water, allowing it to sprout and then drying it to stop further growth. The malt is used in brewing beer, whiskey and in certain foods.
The Malthouse is a five bedroom, three storey property. Arched double doors lead into the spacious entrance hall which has wood effect flooring and a cloakroom with WC and basin. Five steps lead upto the open plan kitchen / dining / sitting room. This bright and spacious room has feature arched doors with front aspect and glass barrier and arched doors leading out to the raised patio area and private enclosed garden. The kitchen has a range of light wood effect and white gloss cupboards with ample white speckled work surfaces, a peninsula unit with breakfast bar and integrated CDA appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, oven, ceramic hob, fridge and freezer. From the entrance hall attractive an attractive oak and glass staircase leads to the first floor which has three double bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, a single bedroom / study and a family bathroom with separate shower enclosure. On the second floor is a master bedroom with en-suite shower room and large panoramic window with two fixed panes and a door leading out onto a balcony offering views towards open countryside. Also on this floor is a cupboard housing a large hot water storage tank. The property is finished to a high standard and has oak doors throughout.
OUTSIDE The property has an enclosed walled garden, use of the communal garden and two allocated parking spaces.
LOCATION The pretty village of Oakhill lies to the Eastern end of the Mendip Hills within easy commuting distance of Bristol and Bath, five miles from Wells and four miles from Shepton Mallet. The nearby main line rail links are situated at Castle Cary, Bath and Bristol. The village enjoys a varying range of different age and style of properties with many period and individual homes. Within the village, everyday needs are catered for in the Post Office/Village stores, doctors surgery, village churches, village hall and recreation field and two public houses. Oakhill boasts an excellent primary school whilst secondary schools are within easy reach. In addition, The Cathedral School at Wells, Downside at Stratton-On-The-Fosse, All Hallows at Cranmore, Kings, Bruton School for Girls and Millfield at Street are also easily accessible.
Sporting facilities in the area include racing at Wincanton and Bath, golf at nearby Mendip Golf Club and Wells, sailing or fishing at Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes. In addition, there is a Leisure Centre in Wells offering a variety of recreational facilities.
TENURE One 25th of the Freehold.
HEATING Gas central heating
SERVICES Mains drainage, water, gas and electricity are all connected
VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: 01749 676524 (Wells) or 01749 372200 (Shepton Mallet)
LOCAL AUTHORITY Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet. BA4 5BT. Tel: 01749 648999
COUNCIL TAX Band 'F'
EPC RATING Rating 'C'
DIRECTIONS From Wells proceed to Shepton Mallet and take the A37 signposted to Bristol. Then take the A367 signposted to Bath. Continue for approximately half a mile to the village of Oakhill. You will see 'The Oakhill Inn' on your right, turn left opposite the pub into the High Street. Continue for 200m and The Old Brewery Development can be found on the left.
SERVICE CHARGE £1000 per annum. For maintenance of communal areas, swimming pool, gym, car parking and communal gardens.
HELP TO BUY SCHEME This property can be purchased with help from the government 'help to buy' scheme. Please visit www.helptobuy.gov.uk for more information.
Property Features :
- Attractive former malthouse
- Five bedrooms
- Open plan sitting/kitchen/dining
- Master bedroom with ensuite and balcony
- Integrated appliances