Property description
A Georgian former rectory on an historic site in the heart of Somerset between the county town of Taunton and the busy township of Street. The Old Rectory has generous but manageable accommodation. The house standards in lawned gardens and enjoys fine views of both the adjacent Burrow Mump and the beautiful adjoining countryside.
THE OLD RECTORY, BURROWBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA7 0RB
(Between Street and Taunton - each 10 miles distant)
About the Area
Burrowbridge is a small village between the towns of Street (10 miles to the north) and Taunton (10 miles to the south). Junction 24 of the M5 motorway is within 5 miles and the A303 about 11 miles.The village has a very good pub and a small church and is about three miles from the village of Stoke St. Gregory, which provides further amenities.There are excellent state and independent schools in the area and these include Millfield, Wells Cathedral and the Taunton schools.Historical notesThe historic area of the Isle of Athelney is towards the western part of the village being the refuge of King Alfred in the wars with the Danes.Burrowbridge is perhaps best known for the Burrow Mump an ancient earthwork now owned by the National Trust. It is a natural hill with evidence of a twelfth century building and now with the ruins of a medieval church used as a sanctuary by royalist troops in 1645.
Description
The Old Rectory is a handsome property which has been extensively renovated and improved in recent years by the current owners. The Georgian character is clearly evident with high ceilings and large windows and many period details. These include original window shutters, intricate egg and dart cornicing, ceiling roses and restored wood block floors. These are complemented by oil fired central heating, well appointed bathrooms and a delightful, large kitchen & breakfast room with a 4 oven Aga.
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The accommodation includes ENTRANCE HALL with gothic arches and small paned double doors opening into the RECEPTION HALL with a large window in the stairwell and an elegant turned staircase with a polished swan neck handrail and a balustrade. DRAWING ROOM a charming double aspect room with wall lights and a picture light, Bathstone fireplace and a bay window with French doors to the gardens. DINING ROOM with wall lights, Bathstone fireplace and a large bay window with a panelled surround. STUDY with an arched alcove, cast iron fireplace with painted mantle and surround and a very attractive large window overlooking the garden. PLAYROOM OR SITTING ROOM with arched alcove and a range of built in cupboards and bookshelves.
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INNER HALL with flagstones. CLOAKROOM with flagstones, hand basin and wc. REAR HALL with storage cupboard and a door to a south facing paved terrace. KITCHEN AND BREAKFAST ROOM a wonderful large room with recessed ceiling lights and a flagstone floor. There is a 4 oven Aga and an extensive range of good quality bespoke kitchen units. These units include floor and wall cupboards, polished granite worktops, a large island unit with a double Belfast sink, an integral dishwasher and fridge freezer and a dresser unit incorporating further storage. BUTLER'S PANTRY with floor and wall kitchen units, polished granite work surfaces, built in microwave oven and space for an American style fridge/freezer. UTILITY ROOM with floor and wall cupboards, polished granite work surfaces, enamel sink, plumbing for washing machine, flagstone floor and door to garden.
First Floor
GALLERIED LANDING with a large window above the stairwell and a polished handrail and balustrade. PRINCIPAL BEDROOM a double aspect room with wonderful views, a full range of wardrobes and cupboards across one wall and an EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM with mosaic tiled walls, tiled floor, hand basin, wc, double shower, airing cupboard, store cupboard, heated towel rail and recessed lights. BEDROOM TWO with Minster stone fireplace and recessed alcove with bookshelves. BEDROOM THREE with recessed alcove. BEDROOM FOUR with an excellent range of built in cupboards with a central dressing table and a mirror above. BEDROOM FIVE with hand basin and a cast iron fireplace with painted mantle and surround. BATHROOM with hand basin, wc, tiled shower cubicle, rolled top bath with shower attachment and two large corner cupboards.
Outside
To the side of the house is a large double GARAGE/WORKSHOP with two up and over doors, rear doors, power points and a workbench. Adjacent is a store shed. A gravel drive flanked by mature trees leads in to the property and to a large gravelled turning and parking area on the north side of the house. This area is entirely private being protected and screened by a high mature clipped hedge and a high brick wall. A side gate opens to the mainly lawned gardens with views past two splendid horse chestnut trees to the Mump just beyond.The drawing room has French windows, which open to the large south facing lawned gardens with mature trees and wonderful views beyond. Immediately outside the rear hall is a paved terrace, which is a well sheltered totally private suntrap ideal for alfresco dining and relaxation.
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A mature well-tended beech hedge screens a secluded area of the gardens with a greenhouse and a timber pergola clad with wisteria and roses, which looks on to a paved terrace with trees screening the vegetable garden with prepared sunken beds beyond. Immediately at the back of the garages and also approached from the kitchen is a paved enclosed courtyard (ideal for dogs) and the oil storage tanks. The gardens and grounds of the house are about three quarters of an acre.
Technical Information
Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage.Oil fired central heating.Local Authority - Taunton Deane Borough Council, The Deane House, Belvedere Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1HE www.tauntondeane.gov.uk Telephone: 01823 356356Tax Band - G (£2,375.96 2010 / 2011)
Directions
From Street take the A 39 westwards for a few miles. Pas the Pipers inn and take the second left (100 yards or so) onto the A361 Taunton Road. Stay on this road to Burrowbridge. At the traffic lights, turn immediately left between the Church of St. Michael and the King Alfred Inn. You will see the sign to The Old Rectory
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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.
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Property Features :
- A former rectory between Street and Taunton - each 10 miles
- A Georgian property with great character and well appointed accommodation
- 3 reception rooms, playroom, large kitchen and breakfast room with a 4 oven Aga
- 5 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
- Garaging and lots of parking