Property description
A charming Grade II listed house in a quiet village location, within easy reach of Bridgwater, Glastonbury, Street and Taunton; great character, generous and highly flexible accommodation with outbuildings and mature grounds of several acres including a swimming pool -plus- office buildings providing commercial accommodation and/or income.
Details
WEST END FARM, CHEDZOY LANE, CHEDZOY, NR. BRIDGWATER TA7 8QSGlastonbury 14 miles, Street 12 miles, Taunton 17 miles, Bridgwater 3 miles, M5 (J23) 3miles, Bristol 37 miles.A charming Grade II listed house in a quiet village location, within easy reach of Bridgwater, Glastonbury, Street and Taunton. The house has great character, generous and highly flexible accommodation (with part useable as an annexe), outbuildings and mature grounds of several acres including a swimming pool - plus - office buildings providing commercial accommodation and/or income.Offers are invited in the region of £750,000Also an adjoining meadow of 2.5 acres is available by separate negotiation.
Description
West End Farm is an impressive and spacious period house in a good location on the edge of the village of Chedzoy. It stands within grounds of several acres set back from the lane and approached over a gravel drive. The original origins of the house are not known but the main (south) elevation is Georgian with attractive louvered shutters, sash windows and 2 canted bay windows. A pedimented hood on elegant slender columns protects the panelled front door. Internally many period details have been retained including oak, pine and elm joinery, flagstone floors and inglenook fireplaces - complemented by central heating and a 4 oven Aga. The accommodation includes an entrance hall, 3 principal reception rooms, a garden conservatory, a farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room, various domestic offices, 5 bedrooms and 5 bath/shower rooms. NB the accommodation is very flexible and part can be used as an annexe if required.
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The entrance hall has flagstones and doors to two reception rooms including the sitting room which is a large well proportioned room with a bay window and an impressive inglenook with a wood burning stove. The dining room also has an inglenook fireplace and a door to a staircase. The next room is the drawing room which has a bay window, shelved alcove and an attractive fireplace.The farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room is the heart of the house with a 4 oven Aga, an extensive range of units with beech and granite worktops, Belfast sink and an integral hob, and double electric oven. There is also a door to the secondary staircase.
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Beyond the kitchen are utility and storerooms and a wonderful large conservatory with light reflective double glazed roof panels, ceramic tiled flooring throughout with electric underfloor heating and bi-folding doors providing a level walkway to the patio and gardens.The remainder of the ground floor includes an inner hall, secondary kitchen, study and shower room. These rooms combine to make an ideal annexe having a separate garden door. In addition other parts of the house could be combined with this wing to make a larger separate annexe if required.Stairs to the first floor provides access to five good-sized bedrooms, two of which have ensuite bathrooms and there is an additional family bathroom. A timber staircase rises to the loft, which provides significant storage and potential for further development - subject to any necessary consents.
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The house stands in grounds of several acres. The gravelled drive leads in through lawned gardens with mature trees and shrubs and to the garaging courtyard. Off the courtyard are Double Garage 19' 6'' x 17' 10'' (5.94m x 5.43m) Two roller doors provide vehicular access. Light and power. Doors rear store, and two offices.Rear Store Measuring approximately 17' 10'' x 5' 11'' (5.43m x 1.80m). Office 15' 6'' x 9' 8'' (4.72m x 2.94m) Light and power, rear aspect window. Secondary Office 9' 8'' x 9' 6'' (2.94m x 2.89m) Light and power. Single Garage Timber framed structure 17' 5'' x 10' 5'' (5.30m x 3.17m). Roller door to front with further garage door providing access to the rear garden.
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Close by is a secluded area with a raised swimming pool with surrounding terrace and timber summerhouse (having light and power). The swimming pool is heated by an electrically operated heat exchange system.Also accessed from the garage courtyard is a range of offices which include an arrangement of 'serviced' offices and which also has potential for conversion to residential use. The property currently holds consent for use as residential accommodation under the same title as the main house. Any Buyer must rely upon his own enquiries regarding the necessity for any planning consents for any use.These buildings have central heating and multiple electrical and telecommunication outlets in part and include:Reception Hall AreaOffice 1 17' 9'' x 11' 3'' (5.41m x 3.43m) Office 2 11' 1'' x 8' 7'' (3.38m x 2.61m) with to substantial loft storage space; Kitchen 8' 8'' x 8' 2'' (2.64m x 2.49m) Fitted range of units Cloakroom with hand basin and wc
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Beyond the offices and garages are further outbuildings which include various sheds, a mobile home, a Garage with increased head height to accommodate a taller vehicle (accessed via the side field). The gardens on the northern side of the house enjoy total privacy and amount to about 2 acres including paved terraces adjacent to the conservatory and which lead on to rolling lawns again interspersed with mature trees and shrubs. There is also a greenhouse and a screened kitchen garden.A laurel archway leads through to the rear section of garden which is bordered once again with established trees and shrubs and accommodates a 'Moroccan' style summerhouse with light and power. A timber five bar gate leads through to the rear paddock with a timber Studio (with light and power). A timber picket fence defines a side division leading through a gate to an established wooded area providing a glorious and tranquil space.
Outside
With approximately one acre of land to the front and two acres to the rear, the property stands proud within its established lawns, with ornamental pond, trees, shrubs and sitting areas. Here you will also find a timber framed greenhouse, numerous timber framed sheds and storage, a purpose built mobile/static home, and a most excellent array of outbuildings which include; detached self-contained offices, a detached double garage block with additional office space and storage, a separate detached single garage and a studio/summer house. A private and secluded heated swimming pool lies to the far corner of the front garden, being heated by an electrically operated heat exchange system.
Directions
From Street follow the A39 turning left where signposted towards Chedzoy, just before Mole Valley Farmers. Take this road for approximately half a mile into the village, where you will fine the property on the left hand side.
About The Area
Chedzoy is a very quiet village location enjoying a rural setting in easy reach of Glastonbury, Street, Taunton and Bridgwater.The surrounding countryside is beautiful and accessible and is also ideal for cycling with its small lanes and little traffic (see Somerset Cycle Route). The nearby towns and villages offer a wide range of amenities, good country pubs and restaurants. Communications are excellent via the M5 motorway linking the north and south and the A303 to the east and west, with rail services at Bridgwater and Taunton providing good nationwide-networked access.There is an excellent choice of state and independent schools including Bridgwater College, Millfield, Sherborne, Bruton, Taunton School, Wells Cathedral School, Huish Episcopi Academy and Sixth Form colleges at both Richard Huish, Taunton and Strode College in Street. Sporting facilities include racing (at Wincanton, Taunton & Exeter), several good golf courses and numerous clubs for a wide variety of sports (cricket, tennis, squash, rugby, soccer, etc.) There are also many cultural and artistic societies and organizations within this very active and friendly community of Somerset.
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.
Council - Somerset District CouncilCouncil Tax Band - TBCServices - Mains Water, Electricity, Drainage, Oil-Fired Heating.
Property Features :
- Wonderful Five Bedroom Family Home Set Within Approximately Three Acres of Land
- Multiple Reception Rooms
- Superb ´Farmhouse´ Style Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Large Conservatory Affording Panoramic Garden Views
- Utility Room