Property description
A beautifully converted stone barn in a tucked-away location within this vibrant village. Swallowbrook Barn is a luxurious home; sympathetically renovated and extended using stunning natural materials. The grounds are just as impressive with manicured lawns, decked terraces & useful outbuildings.
SWALLOWBROOK BARN
BLACKFORD, NEAR WEDMORE, BS28 4NP
A beautifully converted stone barn in a tucked-away location within this vibrant village. Swallowbrook Barn is a luxurious home; sympathetically renovated and extended using stunning natural materials. The naturally light and superbly presented accommodation briefly comprises: porch, entrance hall, four bedrooms (two with en suites), family bathroom, snug, dining room, sitting room, cloakroom and a superb Artichoke kitchen/ breakfast room. The grounds are just as impressive with beautifully manicured lawns and sunny decked terraces. There is a range of lovely and very useful outbuildings.
An exceptional property, finished to the very highest standard.
About the area
Blackford is a traditional village with a church, a popular pub, village hall and it has an active community. Nearby Wedmore offers good shopping, social and sporting facilities including the Golf Club, various pubs and restaurants/tea rooms, hotels. There are good motorway connections within a short drive and Bristol International Airport is within easy commuting distance. Bristol, Taunton and Weston Super Mare are easily accessible and the cathedral city of Wells is approx. 9 miles away.
There is an excellent first school in Wedmore followed by the Hugh Sexeys Middle School and Blackford is within the catchment area of Kings of Wessex Academy at Cheddar. There are also first class independent schools within reach including Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, Sidcot and the Taunton and Bristol schools.
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Under-cover ARCADE with Herringbone Batten brick flooring. Front door to:
ENTRANCE PORCH - with window to front. Bassalt stone floor with under-floor heating. Recessed downlighting. Window and door to:
ENTRANCE HALL – with window to front. Oak staircase to the first floor living accommodation. Recessed downlighting. Exposed beams. Oak flooring. Two under-stairs cupboards and built-in linen cupboard. Doors to:
DOUBLE BEDROOM – a lovely dual aspect room with three windows. Recessed downlighting. Fitted wardrobe. Door to: EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM – fitted with curved shower cubicle with ‘rainhead’ shower, washbasin with mixer tap and low level WC. Tiled floor and walls. Exposed beam. Heated towel rail. Recessed downlighting. Mirrored cosmetic cupboard. DOUBLE BEDROOM – with window to side. Beautiful painted wood-clad walls. Recessed downlighting.
FAMILY BATHROOM – fitted with Duravit panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, Duravit washbasin with mixer tap, Duravit low level WC and bidet. Wall lights. Heated towel rail. Built-in glass display cupboard. Recessed downlighting.
DOUBLE BEDROOM – with two windows to rear. Exposed beam. Recessed downlighting. Walk-in wardrobe with lighting. SNUG – with windows to front and rear. Beautiful exposed beam. Wall lights. Large and very useful storage cupboard with shelving. Opening through to:
SIDE HALL – with solid Oak door and window to front. Door to:
MASTER BEDROOM – with two windows to front (one with window seat). Velux window to side and high narrow slit window to front. Planked vaulted ceiling with exposed Green Oak beams. Two stunning Oak and Walnut fitted wardrobes with soft close drawers. Wall lights. Door to:
LUXURIOUS EN SUITE BATH AND SHOWER ROOM – with window to side. Large walk-in shower cubicle, Oak panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment washbasin with mixer tap and low level WC. Beautiful Guidi Grosso stone flooring with under-floor heating. Heated towel rail. Recessed downlighting. Heated mirror.
FIRST FLOOR LIVING ACCOMMODATION
DINING ROOM – with window to front and French windows opening to the rear with lovely open views. Oak floor. Beautiful vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. Doors to:
SITTING ROOM – a triple aspect room with French windows opening to the rear giving access to the sunny decking and garden. Fireplace with fitted wood-burning stove, granite surround and hearth. Exposed stonework and Oak beams. Wall lights. Fitted Oak bookcase. Vaulted ceiling.
Retuning to the Dining Room, with sliding door to:
INNER HALL – with loft access and recessed downlighting. Doors to:
CLOAKROOM – fitted with a Durvait suite comprising: ow level WC and washbasin with mixer tap. Heated towel rail. Concealed storage cupboard. Recessed downlighting.
LAUNDRY ROOM – with space and plumbing for washing machine. Grant oil central heating boiler. Shelving. Hot water tank. Exposed beam.
ELEGANT KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM – a wonderfully light room with windows to front and rear and vaulted ceiling with exposed Oak beams. Fitted a stunning Artichoke kitchen with American Black Walnut wall and floor units, granite work surfaces and larder cupboard. Sink and drainer with mixer tap. Cream Aga. Gaggenau built-in eye-level oven. Hob. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Space for American style fridge/freezer. Door to side leading to:
DECKED AREA with door to: STORAGE ROOM - with cork flooring. Space & plumbing for washing machine and tumble- dryer. Power & lighting.
OUTSIDE
GARDENS - the enclosed gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and are flanked by on one side by the trickling brook that runs through the village. There are areas of decking that lead directly from the principle rooms of the house and provide a wonderfully secluded space for relaxing or entertaining. There is a small useful outbuilding close to the kitchen. Lower terrace offering a lovely sheltered spot for outdoor tennis or to just sit and wait for the wonderful sunset. In total the grounds measure approximately 0.6 acres.
THE ‘CEDAR CATHEDRAL’ – a beautiful Cedar clad garden store with lighting and power (still to be fully connected) and water. Outside there are raised fruit and vegetable beds. A calm and relaxing corner of the garden.
THE GRAVELLED COURTYARD - fully enclosed and providing addition parking, if required. Leading to the main house and giving access via a covered arcade to:
MUSIC ROOM/OFFICE - with fitted wood-burning stove and Oak flooring. Also used as an occasional bedroom.
STABLE/ GARDEN STORE - with storage over which could provide further accommodation (subject to any necessary consents).
PARKING – with gravelled parking area for two cars outside of the enclosed courtyard - which is accessed via either the Oak pedestrian gate or through the double Oak gates.
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.
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Property Features :
- Beautiful Detached Barn Conversion
- Tucked-Away Village Location
- Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom
- Three Further Double Bedrooms (One En Suite)
- Stunning Natural Materials Used Throughout