Shoddon Farm

LOCATION
Shoddon Farm is situated in a private position surrounded by open countryside at the end of a long driveway. The nearby small town of Wiveliscombe which is about two miles to the south offers a range of day to day facilities including shops, a post office, public houses, a primary and secondary school, etc. The Somerset county town of Taunton is about 10 miles away and offers extensive retail and leisure facilities. Taunton also provides three good independent schools and a mainline railway connection to London Paddington. Access to the M5 motorway at J25 is also located at Taunton.

SHODDON FARMHOUSE
Shoddon Farm is serviced by a detached stone built dwelling offering accommodation, on the ground floor, of front door to entrance hall. Sitting room with fireplace and wood-burning stove. Kitchen and dining room with Everhot cooker, door to the garden, and stairs to the first floor. Rear hall with secondary stairs to the first floor. Study/fifth bedroom. Shower room.

On the first floor there is a spacious landing providing access to two double bedrooms and a family bathroom and, at the end of the landing, the principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Secondary stairs to the ground floor, and the fourth bedroom. The garden, which runs down from the house comprises an attractive principally lawned area which includes a small stream and orchard.

THE BUILDINGS
Situated a short distance from the farmhouse is an attractive stone linhay which is currently used for storage, but would be suitable for a range of uses. In addition, there is a garden store adjoining the southern boundary, together with a garage and timber stables above the dwelling adjoining the entrance drive.

THE LAND
The land runs up from the property in a westerly direction to the road and comprises a gently sloping pasture enclosure. In all the property extends to 9.72 acres.

METHOD OF SALE
The property is offered for sale by private treaty with a guide price of £1,000,000.

SERVICES
The property is serviced by mains water and electricity with private drainage.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Potential purchasers are requested to take particular care when inspecting the property, bearing in mind especially the risk of sudden movements from machinery, vehicles and livestock which may be present and operating at the time of inspection, especially in and around the farm buildings. Potential purchasers are requested to wear supportive footwear for viewings, and are advised to be conscious of potentially uneven and slippery ground surfaces.

EPC RATINGS
Shoddon Farmhouse has a current energy efficiency rating of F.

LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Somerset West and Taunton


VIEWINGS
Viewings are strictly by appointment with the agents only.

DIRECTIONS
Heading towards Wiveliscombe on the B3227, turn right shortly after the roundabout, signed Watchet B3188. Follow this road for about two miles, up the hill, down into the hamlet of Ford, and up the hill out of the hamlet. Shortly after passing the right turn signed Fitzhead, the entrance gate into the property will be found on the right hand side, marked Shoddon.

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