Middle Halsway - Whole

Middle Halsway is a superb Grade II Listed farmhouse that offers over 3,100 sq. ft of beautifully presented and characterful accommodation configured over two floors. The property, dating from the 16th century, has been sensitively modernised to combine the amenities of modern living, whilst retaining a wealth of attractive characterful features; including exposed timber beams, exposed stone walls and impressive original fireplaces. The farmhouse is set in approximately 42 acres and enjoys a peaceful and secluded position on the Quantock Hills.

A bright and welcoming entrance hall leads you through to the ground floor reception rooms. The drawing room and sitting room provide a comfortable, well-proportioned reception and entertaining area. Both present original exposed timber beams and fireplaces, in particular, the drawing room has an impressive original fireplace, with an attractive stone and timber surround, and a modern wood burner stove. The dining room provides a light-filled and elegant space, with a set of French doors and bi-fold doors that both open out onto the beautiful gardens. The kitchen has original flooring, attractively painted units with granite worktops, and an Aga and modern integrated appliances. The adjoining utility room contains a washroom, WC, and a larder, and provides further space for storage and appliances. The ground floor benefits from a self-contained one-bedroom annexe, with an adjoining shower room and kitchen, allowing for flexible accommodation options. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a cloakroom and understairs drinks cabinet.

Upstairs there are a further four well-appointed double bedrooms. The generous master bedroom is dual aspect, allowing for plenty of natural light and views across Exmoor, it also benefits from a large ensuite bathroom. The first floor also has a family bathroom, with a bathtub and separate shower unit, as well as a separate WC. All the first-floor accommodation enjoys exceptional views over the grounds and the neighbouring countryside. In addition, Middle Halsway benefits from a self-contained annexe, three detached cottages, and extensive equestrian facilities.

The Cottages
Stable Cottage is a detached timber-framed modern barn conversion that provides spacious and well-presented accommodation over two floors. This cottage benefits from a large contemporary kitchen, a sitting room, four bedrooms and a shower room.

The Coach House is a quaint thatched cottage with beautifully presented accommodation, with lots of characterful features. The bright living space includes a sitting room, fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room, with French doors leading onto the ornate gardens.

The Dairy Cottage is a detached cottage, with open plan, light-filled accommodation. It includes a spacious kitchen with an Aga and wood burner, a sitting room, study, one bedroom and a shower room.

The cottages are a beautiful asset to Middle Halsway Farm, currently utilised as holiday lets all year round, and for private family use. These can also provide multigenerational living, or other commercial uses with income potential subject to the necessary consents.

Local Authority: Somerset West and Taunton District Council
Services: Mains electricity. Private water and private drainage which we understand may not be compliant with current regulations. Further information is being sought.
Council Tax: Band G
Tenure: Freehold
Guide Price: The whole £3,250,000.
Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not

The property is nestled in a secluded position and is set in approximately 42 acres of farreaching grounds, which include open fields, paddocks, orchards, meadows, woodland, a cross-country course, as well as an enchanting lily-filled lake. The delightful garden surrounding the property includes a thatched summer house, a heated swimming pool, with a pool house, and secluded ornate gardens, rolling lawns, colourful border flowerbeds, with plenty of areas of paved terracing that provide ideal spaces for entertaining and al fresco dining. Middle Halsway has extensive equestrian facilities that include a 60m x 40m all-weather manège, which has floodlighting, a viewing cabin, and border post & rail fencing. The stable yard contains 18 loose boxes and 4 pony stalls, 2 Dutch barns, a sport washing facility, cross country jumps and a staff kitchen with an Aga. The property also has several barns including an impressive medieval thatched barn, with planning potential. There are almost 8,000 square feet of outbuildings altogether, providing substantial commercial opportunities. The property further benefits from direct access onto the Quantock hills and the adjacent bridle path.

Middle Halsway occupies a magnificent rural setting, on the edge of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is within easy reach of the north Devon coastline. The AONB provides endless opportunities for outdoor recreational activities including walking, riding, shooting, and fishing. There are also several excellent golf courses nearby. The nearby village of Crowcombe has a local shop, a pub, a village hall, and a primary school, while four miles to the north, Williton provides further amenities. Somerset’s county town of Taunton is 11 miles away, providing a wide range of facilities, including extensive shopping and supermarkets, a thriving farmers market, leisure facilities and a choice of cafés, restaurants, and bars. The Musgrove and Nuffield Hospitals serve the town and surrounding area. There is no shortage of outstanding schools in the area, including King’s Hall Preparatory School and College, Taunton School, Queen’s College, and Wellington School. Also, within easy reach are Blundell’s in Tiverton, Sherborne College, and Millfield. Commuting links are excellent: The M5 motorway is less than 15 miles away, and the mainline station at Taunton has a direct service to London Paddington, with regular journeys taking around 1 hour and 40 minutes. Bristol International Airport is about 40 miles away, offering a good range of flights to domestic and international destinations.

Marketed by: Strutt & Parker, National Country House Department