Manor House Farm

THE PROPERTY
A handsome Grade ll Listed attached country house offering impressive accommodation, enjoys a tucked away location, includes delightful gardens, grounds and paddock extending to approx 5.18 acres (2.1 ha)

Manor House Farm is located in a convenient location yet is tucked away at the end of a private no through road within a small cluster of similar properties, being an impressive major part of a Grade ll Listed country manor house. The property offers stunning accommodation set over three floors and exhibits a wealth of architectural and historical features including beautiful original panelling, architraves, picture rail and plasterwork typical of its period.

The current owners have embarked on a sympathetic renovation and refurbishment programme of the property during their ownership introducing stunning interiors creating desirable modern living spaces, whilst at the same time sensitively retaining the style and elegance of the original character. Throughout the rooms enjoy high ceilings and large windows allowing an abundance of natural light in. All of which enjoy wonderful countryside views that surround the gardens and grounds.

ACCOMMODATION
Following a gravelled pathway into an inner courtyard, leads through double doors into a lobby with a separate cloak room and WC either side. This leads into the main reception hall featuring natural Oak flooring, wonderful high ceilings and the main staircase off to one side. The drawing room enjoys a dual aspect through tall windows to open countryside and features a central original cast iron fireplace with natural oak flooring, an original niche and plaster moulding with picture rail.

Across the hall leads into a stunning snug. A charming room filled with immense character and beautifully decorate to incorporate an accented wall area set within a curved alcove creating a modern feel. A woodburning stove is set within a fireplace and tall panelled windows allow in an abundance of light. A glazed door leads out to an enclosed terrace and seating area. Natural oak flooring extends to an attractive glass display cabinet with a useful storeroom off to the side. An inner lobby leads through to an impressive dining room with high ceilings, a feature fireplace, set within an ornate fire surround and hearth, with warm tones creating a superb entertaining room. The main kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of hand painted storage units finished with extensive granite work surfaces. A full height unit incorporates an American style fridge/freezer. An electric professional range oven is set within a fireplace surround. Travertine tile flooring extends through into a further hallway and entrance to the front that displays a high vaulted ceiling with exposed ceiling timbers with a storage cupboard to one side and a separate cloak room. A very useful utility room provides additional storage with space for a washing machine and dryer. A walk-in shower is off to one side. A further boot room is to the side with access to the inner courtyard. A further family room/home office provides flexible use. This spacious room with separate access to the drive is beautifully decorated with part panelled walls, exposed ceiling timbers and a vaulted ceiling.

On the first floor the principal bedroom is spacious and bright enjoying a dual aspect through tall windows looking to the front garden with a walk-in dressing room offering excellent storage. Original painted wall panelling and a feature ornate fireplace and surround offers wonderful character. An inner hall leads to a spacious family bathroom with a large corner shower, free standing role top bath and two free standing basins. A separate WC is at the end.

An impressive dual aspect guest bedroom with beautiful panelled wall and a corner fireplace. To the side of the room is a large walk in closet providing extensive railed hanging. Guest bedroom 3 is light and bright with a dual aspect and panelled walls. To the end of the landing is a large shower room and a separate bathroom beyond featuring a free standing roll top bath. Tall windows enjoy superb countryside views.

Following the main staircase up to the second floor. Bedroom 4 includes an ensuite shower room with exposed ceiling timbers and original wooden flooring. Bedroom 5 offers exceptional space with stunning exposed roof trusses and a small storage cupboard off. Bedroom 6 is fondly called the nursery with further exposed timbers and pretty windows. A spacious family bathroom includes a free standing roll top bath with shower over.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
The property is approached over a long sweeping gravelled driveway to a parking and turning area, giving access to the double garage with roller door, power and light. There is also a separate workshop with power and light.

The front garden is laid to expanses of lawn with mature trees and shrubs and enjoys open views and there is a delightful stream bordered by shrubs. There is a central circular flower and shrub bed in the driveway. Inner courtyard which is approached off the main reception hall or French doors from inner hall, is a delightful sun trap with flagstones and an ideal entertaining area. To the rear of the property there is a terrace and lawn immediately adjoining the rear, whilst there is a further grassed area beyond. Adjoining the property is a paddock with two loose boxes, tack room and yard. Timber field barn and a brick outbuilding.

SURROUNDING AREA
Manor House Farm enjoys a convenient situation in open countryside, close to North Petherton. The bustling town of North Petherton provides good local facilities, including village store, bakery, post office, butcher, newsagents, Indian restaurant, public house and the Walnut Tree Hotel and Restaurant, of excellent repute. There is also a primary school, doctors’ surgery, library and the majestic church of St Mary the Virgin sits in the heart of the town. North Petherton is conveniently situated, being approximately 8 miles from Taunton and 3 miles from Bridgwater. Bridgwater provides further amenities and situated between North Petherton and Bridgwater can be found Junction 24 of the M5 motorway, providing fast and convenient access to London and Bristol, or alternatively further into the west country. Taunton the county town provides comprehensive facilities, in addition to a good range of shops, excellent schools in both the state and independent sectors, county cricket ground, racecourse and a rail link to London (Paddington). The M5 (junction 25) is accessed on the eastern side of the town and close to this junction there is a large out of town shopping and leisure complex.

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Council Tax Band E.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Rating Exempt

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