5 bedroom house

THE PROPERTY
An interesting architecturally designed Grade ll Listed residence offering immense charm and character, (originally designed as a Baroque style five bay single storey pavilion positioned to the south west side of the principle house.) As the name suggests purpose built in 1922 as an imposing chapel serving the then St Catherines School.

The original Heatherton Park estate dates back to 1776 and was built for the Gunston Family. It was then purchased by the Adair family. The property saw a number of changes during this period. In 1922 Heatherton Park then became a school when the Chapel was built. The school closed in 1953 and from thereon the principle house and outbuildings were sub divided into apartments and separate residences.

Latterly the chapel has undergone a sympathetic conversion to now offer a very attractive five bedroomed family home spread over two floors.

THE ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation comprises front entrance leading in from the porch and cloak area through glazed doors into the reception hall, featuring part of the original marble tile flooring. A separate cloakroom is off to the side.

An impressive, exceptionally spacious, kitchen/breakfast/family room includes a comprehensive range of wall and base units handcrafted in solid oak. A central workstation island with overhanging rack provides additional worksurface space, a prep sink and further storage under. All complimented with a granite work surface. Integrated appliances include a full height fridge freezer, dishwasher, electric oven and an induction hob. A two-oven oil Aga completes the arrangement. This area extends across an oak floor to the family sitting and breakfast area to the side. Side access leads out to private parking with a detached double garage beyond. Internal French doors open into a stunning conservatory enjoying private and secluded views to the gardens and paddock with the Wellington Monument and Blackdown Hills beyond. This superb space is light and bright and extends across tiled flooring with electric underfloor heating to the dining area. French doors open out to a superb outside entertaining terrace with pergola over. This elevated position enjoys views across the garden. A wood burning stove is featured at the far end offering a relaxing seating area. Another set of double doors lead from the conservatory into another reception room. The other end of the hall leads to two double bedrooms and a bathroom. A secondary kitchen / utility provides additional flexibility with the accommodation layout and as is currently used provides an independent living space for additional family.

A secondary wood staircase leads up to an impressive sitting room enjoying views from both sides of the house. A feature fireplace housing a large wood burning stove is centre to the room. Painted panelling that extends around the room creates further character. An inner lobby leads to two further bedrooms with a separate shower room. The main staircase leads up to the first floor featuring the iconic arched Crittall glazed windows to one side. Glazed book cabinets feature at the top of the stairs which extend across a galleried landing area. The principal bedroom is spacious and light enjoying a double aspect across the garden. Built in storage is to the far end. An en-suite bathroom with separate shower features a stunning round window. A sauna is located to the side.

GARDEN AND GROUNDS
The Chapel is approached from a long private drive that is entered through an impressive original brick and stone archway. The drive follows through the estate grounds which in turn open out to the main entrance and parking area located to the southwest of Heatherton Park House. The Chapel can be seen straight ahead with parking for 6 cars either side of the building. A secondary drive forks off from the main drive offering a further entrance option which in turn leads to a private gravelled parking area to the side of The Chapel. Access leads to a substantial detached garage that provides excellent car storage and workshop. A separate studio is off to the side with access and far reaching views across the paddock. Further garden area to one side with woodland beyond currently houses a chicken coop, field shelter and fenced area. Log stores are located along the edge of the parking area.

A five bar gated entrance gives direct access into a post and railed paddock. The main garden areas extend down from the house to woodland. The garden is laid mainly to lawn with borders filled with a variety of herbaceous plants, ornamental shrubs and a mixture of fruit trees that provide a range of colour and interest throughout the year. A substantial purpose built garden room can be seen to the side of the terracing. This provides an extended outdoor living space ideal for entertaining which can be shut down in the winter months using the canvas shutters. Formal stone steps lead up to further terracing and entertaining space to the side of the conservatory. The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 1.21 acres.

SITUATION
Heatherton Park is located on the outskirts of the village of Bradford On Tone. This is situated between Wellington and Taunton. The village offers immediate facilities that include a village pub, shop and church. Taunton and Wellington offer a more extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, in addition to an excellent selection of private and state schools. Access to the M5 motorway at J 26 Wellington junction. The mainline rail station to London Paddington is available at Taunton. There is walking available with local footpaths linking to superb countryside. The property enjoys a wonderful outlook towards the Blackdown Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the iconic Wellington memorial obelisk can clearly be seen.

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage, electricity with oil fired central heating and Aga. Taunton Deane Borough : Council Band F

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Rating : Exempt

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