12 bedroom house

A successful home and holiday letting business situated in a beautiful picturesque setting within this National Trust Village, close to Porlock, Bay and Wier.

Introduction - This excellent home and income opportunity has been owned and run successfully since 2000. The highly popular location makes the accommodation well placed to attract significant business, with great accessibility to the many local attractions, including Porlock Bay, the National Trust village of Dunster and the Exmoor National Park to name a few. The whole extends to approximately 1/3 acre, is easily maintained and provides garden, stabling and ample parking. The owners house provides character and comfort and directly overlooks the famous bridge with the village beyond.
The property represents a great opportunity to walk into a well-run existing home and lifestyle business with a quality owners residence and most charming coastal location.

Situation - Set amongst breath-taking scenery, Allerford is supremely placed to take advantage of the numerous attractions. They include Porlock village and Bay/Beach approximately 1.5 miles, the south west coast path, the Holnicote National Trust Estate, Exmoor National Park, as well as Dunster with its Castle and historic village, which are just 7 miles away.

Further afield. Taunton the county town lies 30 miles distant, with its main line railway station linking to London Paddington. The M5 can be reached at either Taunton or Bridgewater, with Bridgewater J23 being approximately 32 miles.

Owners Accommodation - The main house offers characterful and comfortable accommodation, which in brief comprises, hall with cloakroom/WC, sitting room, living/dining room, fitted kitchen with appliances including, AGA cooker, fridge and freezer. On the first floor are 3 double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Attached to the rear is an office/study and separate laundry room.

The Holiday Lets - A collection of 4 apartments and 1 detached cottage, well maintained and presented, providing a range of accommodation that can be let individually or as a whole for group bookings. They comprise:

Bridge View 3 bedrooms, sleeps 5
Honeysuckle 1 bedroom, sleeps 2
Rose 2 bedrooms, sleeps 3
Wisteria 1 bedroom, sleeps 2 +1
Stable Cottage 2 bedrooms (1 walk through), sleeps 4

The holiday properties enjoy pleasant outlooks and a tranquil setting next to the river Aller. Externally there is a courtyard seating area, lawned area and carpark providing ample space for guests. The lawned area could provide the perfect space for an events marquee, subject to the necessary consents. For further information is available on the website
Grounds And Outbuildings - The property is accessed via a covered driveway leading around to the rear. Initially the courtyard provides guest open space and private seating for stable cottage. Beyond this is a mainly walled garden and parking area, with the addition of a timber stable block with 4 loose boxes and a tack room. These would also make excellent workshop and storage units. Added to this is a small stone store room. This area of the property is leased from the National Trust on a 34 year lease starting in 2021 with a small annual cost.

Services - Mains electric, drainage and water.
Oil C/H in the house and apartments, with LPG C/H in Stable cottage.

Outgoings - Business Rateable value £9100
Main house council tax band D

Local Authority - Somerset West and Taunton

Directions - From Minehead take the A39 West. After approx. 4 miles take the right hand turn into the village of Allerford. The property is found after a short distance on the right-hand side as the road bears around to the left.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment through Stags Holiday Complex department on[use Contact Agent Button]

Disclaimer - There Particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose.



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