Heathfield Court

Impressive late Georgian Grade II listed home with flexible accommodation and superb proportions set in 4.6 acres of wonderful gardens and paddock with two further cottages.


Description

Heathfield Court stands proud within its grounds of about 4.5 acres and is perfectly positioned for Taunton whilst also enjoying the sense of seclusion. In all, there are three dwellings including Gate Lodge and Coachman’s Cottage which offers a superb opportunity for multi-generational living or creating an income.

Heathfield Court itself has been an excellent family home for many years. Inside, the entrance hall sets the tone for things to come with its wonderful tall ceilings and striking staircase which leads to the first floor. Either side of the entrance hall are two reception rooms. The triple aspect drawing room is of particular interest with its generous proportions, delightful outlook over the grounds and feature fireplace. The kitchen/dining room is clearly the heart of the home and is centred around the island and Aga. It is perfect for family life or entertaining and there are double French doors that leads out to a terrace and onto the rear garden. Adjacent to the kitchen/dining room is the living room which can be accessed via the kitchen or hallway offering a great deal of flexibility. Further accommodation on the ground floor includes a snooker/reception room, cloakroom and a kitchenette which can either be incorporated within the house or split to create an internal annex with a its own staircase and bedroom above.

The striking staircase leads to the first floor landing which is bathed in natural light from the fabulous ceiling lantern while the Mullion window frames the view of the garden. In total there are seven bedrooms (4 en suites) and a family bathroom on the first floor with bedroom eight/study on the second floor.

There is a lower ground level comprising 1476 sqft, which is currently being used as storage.

Gate Lodge and Coachmans Cottage are two further dwellings adding significantly to the overall package. Benefitting from their own driveways they have previously been let out under Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements creating a superb additional income although both are currently vacant. Each property enjoys their own identity, especially the castellated roof of Coachmans Cottage and the pretty, private garden of Gate Lodge. Inside, each dwelling has two bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom and a sitting room.

Gardens and Grounds
Heathfield Court doesn’t disappoint outside. It is approached by a sweeping gated driveway which is flanked by lawn as well as established trees and shrubs which creates a wonderful privacy and leads to a turning circle in front of the house providing ample parking. The gardens to the rear of the house are utterly charming and a true delight extending to about 4.6 acres and which includes numerous seating areas dotted around the grounds, perfectly placed to appreciate the surroundings. There is also a pond providing an excellent habitat for wildlife. Beyond the formal garden is the tennis court and fenced paddock.

Outbuildings include a pretty coach house which has huge potential for conversion (subject to necessary planning consents), tractor store and open barn, a range of stone built outbuildings with a delightful greenhouse attached to one side and a garden store.

Location

Heathfield Court sits within some of Somerset’s most beautiful countryside nestled between the Quantock, Brendon and Blackdown Hills. Taunton is approximately 4.2 miles to the east of the property, offering many well-known high street stores, banks, restaurants and sports facilities.

Taunton has an extensive range of shopping facilities, a thriving farmers’ market and the fabulous county cricket ground, the home of the famous Somerset Cricket Club. Musgrove Park and Nuffield Hospitals serve the town and surrounding area.

There are a number of excellent schools nearby including Taunton School, Kings College, Queen’s College and King’s Hall. Communications to the West Country have greatly improved in recent years, with Taunton having a main line railway station with trains to London (Paddington) taking approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. The M5 Motorway (junction 25) gives fast and easy access to Exeter, Bristol, Bath and the Midlands.

Exmoor National Park, the Blackdown and Quantock Hills are all within close proximity and together with the surrounding area, provide ample opportunity for recreational activities. The north and south coasts are also within an hour’s drive.

For equestrian enthusiasts there is racing at Taunton, Exeter and Wincanton whilst there are numerous hunting packs in the area and many good shoots.

Square Footage: 7,065 sq ft




Acreage: 4.5 Acres

Directions

Leaving Taunton westbound on the B3227 continue on this road for about 3.3 miles and the drive to Heathfied Court will be found on the right hand side.


Additional Info

Taunton about 4.2 miles M5 junction 25 about 7.4 miles Quantock Hills about 5.2 miles

Services - Mains water, electricity and gas. Private drainage

Marketed by: Savills, Exeter