5 bedroom house

The Hayloft, off Huxham Lane East Pennard, is a beautiful and substantial barn built around 1840 and originally part of Huxham Farm. Acquired by the current owner in 2003 great care has been taken to provide a wonderful family home that retains the character and history of the original barn whilst providing spacious contemporary living. The property lends itself to providing two separate living areas should this be required or combines to offer impressive space to meet the needs of a family. The set up here is unique and quirky with the outside space providing for the enjoyment of formal gardening, vegetable growing and keeping small livestock within their own separate areas.With Hayloft forming part of a U-shaped configuration of converted barns, access into the communal and pedestrian only cobbled courtyard, provides the first glimpse of this impressive property constructed of local Blue Lias stone.



Under the oak front porch, the main front door leads into a smart entrance hall where a downstairs cloakroom is conveniently placed. To the left, the living room is triple aspect and beautifully light with a wood burning stove for cosy winter evenings. Double doors open onto the south facing formal garden area, which enjoys open aspect views towards Huxham common. Off the hall to the right is the kitchen dining area with an incorporated utility area and access to the rear of the property. The kitchen is well fitted with solid wood block work tops, an electric range oven included in the sale and a smart cream, stone tiled floor. Leading from the kitchen, what would have once formed the area from where hay was loaded, a second spacious reception hall features a gorgeous, exposed stone wall and is enclosed from the courtyard by a stunning double height atrium style window with double doors on the ground floor and a balcony on the first. Two additional reception rooms and a WC lead off. As there are stairs from here to the first floor; potentially an area for independent living could be created or alternatively a home working area and separate utility / boot room.



Returning to the main entrance stairs rise to the first floor where a double ensuite bedroom spans the depth of the barn, is triple aspect and overlooks the garden on the south side. Two matching double bedrooms sit opposite each other and are served by a spacious family bathroom; these provide perfect children’s rooms. A wooden door from the landing separates this part of the house from the first floor of the original hay loading area where double doors lead out onto a balcony over looking the cobbled courtyard. This is a stunning spot that would make an excellent first floor living room, library or formal study. The master bedroom of the property lies adjacent and again spans the depth of the barn with an ensuite bathroom and fitted wardrobes. Hayloft is a very impressive example of a Barn conversion that nods to the history and integrity of the building whilst providing a beautiful home. We strongly recommend viewing to experience and fully understand all that is on offer here.



Outside

From Huxham Lane a shared driveway leads to the former grounds of Huxham Farm that now provide a communal area that is shared by the converted properties at the site. Currently these comprise The Stables, The Hayloft and 1 and 2 The Parlour, all of which have their own garage areas. Hayloft has its own double open fronted garaging with tiled roof and additionally there is plenty of parking available for guests and visitors. Across the drive from the carport is a casual and rustic paddock that belongs to Hayloft, it amounts to 0.22 acres and would provide a perfect spot to keep a small flock of sheep, goats or chickens. Heading past The Stables and through a wide covered walkway in the buildings, the cobbled courtyard and Hayloft are accessed on foot from the parking area. A stone wall encloses the south facing lawn and garden area adjacent to the property and from there a paved and well fenced area leads to a grassy path that in turn leads to an additional area of garden that also belongs to Hayloft and which would make a perfect area for growing vegetables and herbs for use in the kitchen.



Situation

Hayloft is ideally situated on the edge Huxham, a small hamlet close to the villages of East Pennard, Pilton and Ditcheat. The latter is a very popular village and well known as home to Paul Nicholls’s racing stables and Barbers farmhouse cheese. It has a good farm shop, an excellent primary school and two good pubs, the Manor Inn and the nearby Alhampton Inn. There is a thriving village hall and parish church. Nearby Pilton has a shop, two churches, post office, playing fields and there is soon to be a re-opening of the village pub. Local shopping can be found in nearby Castle Cary and Bruton, home to the now famous Hauser and Wirth gallery and “At the Chapel” restaurant. Also close is ‘The Newt’ “one of the most exceptional country house hotels Britain has seen” according to the telegraph. The gardens are open to the public and allow visitors to walk in the amazing woodland gardens and eat in the various restaurants there. Other local attractions include Stourhead Gardens, Babington House, (Soho House’s country man-sion) and Longleat Safari Park. There are also extensive sporting activities with several golf courses near-by, racing at Wincanton and Bath, many local shoots and hunting with the Blackmoor Vale and Mendip Farmers. Transport links are excellent with Castle Cary’s mainline railway station to London and the South West just eight minutes’ drive away.



Schools

Local independent schools include Wells Cathedral School, All Hallows and Hazelgrove prep schools, Millfield prep and senior, Downside and the Bruton schools. Local state schools include Ansford Academy, Strode College, Sexeys Bruton and the Blue school in Wells.Services – Oil fired central heating, mains water and electricity, private drainage



Local Authority - Mendip District Council

Council Tax – G

EPC - D

Tenure – Freehold



Directions

From the Podimore roundabout on the A303 take the A37 northwards for about 8 miles to the Wraxall cross roads with the (closed) Queens Arm pub and the turning to Ditcheat on the right. At the cross roads take the road westwards – left. Continue for a few hundred yards and take the first turning left. The driveway to the property can be found on the left hand side.What 3 Words – reversed.dial.horseshoe



Viewing by appointment only.



PLEASE NOTE THAT LODESTONE HAS LOTS OF PROPERTIES WHICH ARE BEING DISCREETLY MARKETED ONLY ON OUR WEBSITE - by appointment onlyEvery care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, in accordance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you. These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements quoted are approximate. The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. No guarantee can be given with regard to planning permissions or fitness for purpose. Photographs are provided for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. Energy Performance Certificates are available on request.Lodestone Property | Estate Agents | Sales & Lettings | Wells & Bruton Somerset |Shaftesbury Dorset

Marketed by: Lodestone Property, Wells