Property description
A truly lovely Grade II farmhouse, located near the village of Holcombe on the Mendip Hills between Bath and Wells. The property dates back to 1680 and offers comfortable family living throughout.
LIPYEATE FARMHOUSE, LIPYEATE, HOLCOMBE, BA3 5EL
Wells 12 Miles, Castle Cary 15 Miles, Frome 7 Miles, Bristol Temple Meads Stn. 18 Miles, Bath 12 Miles.
About the Area
Holcombe is an historic village set in beautiful countryside between Wells and Bath (about 12 miles) which is within easy commuting reach as is Bristol. Both have a wide range of amenities and mainline stations to London. The nearby town of Frome also has a train service to Bath and London. The village has two churches (the oldest having Saxon origins), a post office, 2 pubs and the private members club Babington House is close by. There are excellent state schools in the area and independent schools include Downside, All Hallows, Millfield, Wells Cathedral and the Bath and Bristol schools.
Description
Lipyeate Farmhouse is situated down a quiet country lane near the village of Holcombe. The property is approached via a sweeping gravel drive that winds past the side of the house to a wide, open courtyard providing lots of parking for several cars. The formal entrance of the house is through the front garden to a porch opening into the hallway. From the hallway doors open into the study, with an inglenook fireplace, exposed chamfered beams and a mullion window with seat. The music room is off the other side of the hall and also has an inglenook fireplace and exposed beams.
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The large kitchen / breakfast room has ample fitted units, granite worktops, Belfast sink, fitted range cooker (available by separate negotiation), and extractor hood. Double oak doors open into a formal dining room, with an inset alcove and pretty views across the garden. The sitting room is a large room with a smart limestone fireplace, dual aspect views and French doors to both the yard and the garden. A glazed door leads to the rear hall, with the door to the yard, a cloakroom and a door to the triple garage. Leading from the kitchen there is a guest suite of accommodation which includes a double bedroom, bathroom (bath, basin, wc & electric shower) and a kitchenette, (now used as the utility room). The bedroom is light airy and has an exposed elm beam, an original bread oven and garden views; it also connects to the music room.
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On the first floor is a spacious landing and doors lead to four double bedrooms, and the family bathroom. The master bedroom has a large ensuite bathroom with bath, wc, basin and separate shower and a dressing room with fitted wardrobes, the dressing room could double up as a nursery or a 6th bedroom. From one bedroom a staircase leads to the roof space, which has lots of storage and development potential subject to necessary consents.
Outside
Outside is a barn converted to provide extra accommodation. An attractive kitchen living room, with, hardwood worktops, gas hob, electric oven and extractor and a large double bedroom with a well appointed ensuite bathroom, basin, wc and bath, with integral shower and screen. It should be noted that only the ground floor of the barn has been converted, and planning is still in place to convert the first floor. here are over 3 acres of grounds, that have been beautifully maintained and cleverly subdivided into a paddock, extensive lawns, an orchard, a well fenced vegetable garden and patios. The property is bounded by traditional Somerset hedgerows, mature trees and post and rail fencing.
Technical Details
The property has mains water and electricity connections, there is oil fired central heating and separate private drainage from both the barn and the main house.
Directions
From Shepton Mallet, head north on the A37. After a few miles turn right on to the A367 signposted Oakhill. Drive through Oakhill and continue for several miles. Turn right onto Pitcot Lane signposted to Holcombe. Continue on this road until you reach the cross roads and turn right onto Stratton Road. Follow Stratton road through the village of Holcombe and at the cross roads cross straight over onto Brewery lane. Continue along this lane for about a mile until you meet Anchor Road. Turn left and then immediately take the fork on the right. Continue along 100m or so and Lipyeate Farm will be on your right hand side.
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.
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Property Features :
- Beautiful Farm House Dating Back To 1680
- Grade II Listed
- Nestled Between The Mendip Hills & Bath
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms