Cromwells

A charming detached period house surrounded by open countryside at the end of a long private drive, together with a range of adaptable outbuildings. In all about 2.21 acres. No onward chain.

The real selling point of this property is its location, set at the end of a long private driveway and surrounded by open countryside, enjoying complete privacy and seclusion. The house which enjoys a westerly aspect is of Blue Lias stone elevations under a pitched slated roof and has been extended over time to provide a comfortable family home. The accommodation enjoys double glazing and Calor gas fired central heating throughout, and briefly comprises an entrance hall with inglenook fireplace and stairs rising to the first floor, to the side is a living room with log burning stove and to the rear is a modern fitted kitchen with island unit complete with solid timber work surfaces and a number of integral appliances. French doors lead out to an outside breakfast area and a utility and downstairs shower room are also present. A formal dining room is accessed off the kitchen enjoying a dual aspect, completing the downstairs accommodation. There are two staircases, the main being from the entrance hall which gives access to a landing and four double bedrooms, three with fitted wardrobes, together with a family bathroom and separate shower room. The second staircase leads to a storage room above the garage with door out to a balcony and steps leading down to the gardens. The garage could easily be incorporated and the house extended (STP) if you so wish, subject to the necessary consents

Bickenhall is a small hamlet lying some 6 miles to the south of the county town of Taunton near to the larger villages of Hatch Beauchamp and Staple Fitzpaine. It occupies a quiet and attractive location reasonably close to the foot of the Blackdown Hills, which are designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is readily accessible from the A358 Taunton to Ilminster road which runs about 1 mile away and provides good links to the north of Taunton the county town including the M5 interchange as well as to Ilminster to the south where the A303 may be joined. Local facilities include primary schooling at Hatch Beauchamp and Thurlbear (Stoke St Mary) with a good local pub at Staple Fitzpaine. Taunton is easily accessed where a wide range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities can be found including several noted public schools. Both Exeter and Bristol international airports are less than an hour’s driveway. For dog walkers and hikers there is a bridleway which runs along the drive and access to The Herepath (21km countryside walk) is nearby further adding to its appeal.

The property lies at the end of a long driveway which is not owned. A drive leads to a hard standing providing parking and access to the carport and garage. The gardens surround the house and are predominantly lawned, interspersed with a number of mature shrubs and bushes. To the front is an ornamental fish pond and to the side is a timber summerhouse, greenhouse and garden shed with vegetable garden. A small sun terrace adjoins the rear with a further area of lawn, all of which are contained within post and rail fencing.

THE OUTBUILDINGS AND LAND
Opposite the house lies a range of adaptable outbuildings comprising two open fronted general purpose barns, one of timber pole construction and the other of steel frame. Adjoining is a level block of permanent pastureland, perfect for agricultural, equestrian or other amenity uses extending to 1.71 acres.

Marketed by: Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Taunton