Tollgate

Charming Grade II listed three bedroom home with detached one bedroom annexe, equestrian facilities with stables, paddocks and good outriding. About 1.65 Acres. Good communication links.

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Situation
Beckington 1 mile, Frome 4.8 miles, Westbury 6 miles, Bath 9 miles,
Bruton 16 miles, Bristol 20 miles, Gillingham 20 miles
Mainline Train Services: Westbury to London Paddington direct 80 mins, Gillingham to London Waterloo 118 mins
International airports: Bristol 24 miles, Exeter 76 miles

Tollgate is believed to be the original Toll House for the nearby bridge and extended through the years. Located on the edge of the popular village of Beckington which enjoys a thriving community and offers a good range of local amenities including The Foresters pub, White Row farm shop, Mes Amis Café deli and M&S Food. In addition, Beckington
offers numerous activities to be enjoyed including tennis, cricket, choir, and astronomy. The world heritage city of Bath is under 10 miles providing an excellent range of retail outlets, the Theatre Royal, Thermal Spa and a selection of restaurants, wine bars and cultural attractions. Other surrounding towns include Frome, Bradford on Avon and Bruton
all of which provide a more individual range of retail outlets in addition to the Soho Club owned country club Babington House & The Newt.

Education
The West Country is excellently catered for with a range of private schools in the area including Downside, Sexey`s, All Hallows, Downside, Wells Catherdral, Millfield, Stonar and Dauntsey`s. State primary schools are at Southwick and Frome, with further schools at
Trowbridge and Warminster nearby. For more details see for independents and for state schools information.

Local, Sporting & Recreational
The delights of the historic town of Frome and the Roman city of Bath lie within easy reach and provide an abundance of vintage shops and independent retailers, theatres,
cafes, cobbled streets and the Frome independent market. Longleat Safari Park, Iford Manor and Farley Castle are all easily accessible. There are plenty of walking, cycling and riding opportunities from the property. Racing is at Bath, Wincanton & Salisbury, hunting is with the Avon Vale, Golf is at Cumberwell and Frome. Weir swimming can be enjoyed on the River Frome.

Tollgate
Believed to date back to 17th century, this charming Grade II
listed property is the most delightful Somerset country home.
The property is charmingly quirky with excellently balanced
accommodation over three floors with plenty of natural light
whilst retaining original features. Having been modernised over
the years the property now provides a well-designed kitchen/
dining room, leading through to the dual aspect sitting room
reception room with a cosy wood burner. The upstairs provides
three double bedrooms with a dressing room and family bathroom.
The property in more detail comprises:
• Entrance hall/utility
• Kitchen/dining room
• Sitting Room
• Three double bedrooms
• Family bathroom
• Dressing room

Annexe
The detached annexe follows the bright and airy feel of the main
residence and offers a generous kitchen/living room, large double
bedroom, and bathroom with scope to extend (SSTP) into the adjoining
building. The annexe works equally well as a holiday rental, full term
rental or multi-generational living opportunity.

Equestrian
The equestrian facilities are good with two well fenced Paddocks
set amongst a pretty wooded setting abutting the River Frome. There
is an enclosed stable yard with hard standing, comprising of three
stables and a further block built detached tack room/hay store with
workshop or additional stable. Direct outriding can be accessed via
the adjoining country lane.

External
A gated entrance provides plentiful space for parking for both the
principal residence and annexe. Adjoining the annexe is a single
garage and car port/log store. From the main residence there is a
paved patio providing great entertaining space. There is access from
the front to the side of the property where there is a large gravel
parking area which in turn enjoys vehicular access via the second
entrance to the property from the adjoining country lane.

Agents Notes
Fox Grant and their clients give notice that:
1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property.
2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Fox Grant has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Plans, Areas and Schedules: These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof
Local Authority: Somerset County Council
Council Tax: Band E
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): Energy rating C
Services: Mains Water, Electric and Drainage. Mains Gas Central Heating.
Fixtures & Fittings: Unless mentioned specifically all fixture, fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale.
Rights of Way: There is a public footpath across the paddocks, please see sale plan
Tenure: The property is sold as Freehold and will be sold with vacant possession on completion
Particulars: Prepared by Maddie Standing-Gill in January 2022

Property Code CV, EQ, SH

Directions
Heading North on A36 towards Bath, at the M&S round about continue
straight and after ¾ mile the property is situated at the bottom of the hill
on the left hand side just over the old Toll bridge.

Postcode BA11 6SQ

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

Marketed by: Fox Grant, Salisbury