House For Sale £1,250,000
A great home in a wonderful peaceful location with bags of accommodation, outbuildings, gardens and grounds - all contributing to a wonderful lifestyle. No onward chain.
LOWER BARN, LITTLETON, NR SOMERTON, SOMERSET, TA11 6NP
A great home in a wonderful peaceful location with bags of accommodation, outbuildings, gardens and grounds - all contributing to a wonderful lifestyle. No onward chain. The generous accommodation has been much improved by the current owners and extends to over 4,000 sq. ft. with a large reception hall, cloakroom, 3 reception rooms, kitchen & dining room, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms plus scope to extend adjoining annexe. Outside there is a carport, garaging, a 2,300 sq. ft. barn, yards, gardens and a swimming pool.
Location
Lower Barn is at the end of a no-through lane (well away from roads) on the edge of a small village between the towns of Somerton and Street and within easy driving distance of main link roads and a train station (London under 2 hours). There are excellent local and independent schools close by including Millfield (3 miles). The village has a small friendly community and is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and the house has extensive views over the River Cary Valley and regular sightings of deer, pheasant, barn, tawny and little owls, plus an extremely rare species of butterfly. The area is rich in open spaces and is ideal for walking and cycling, with many footpaths and byways.
Accommodation
The barn was conscientiously converted and extended by the previous owners in the early 2000s using local craftsmen and tradesmen. It incorporates an exquisite oak frame which was made and erected by the locally renowned 'The Timber Frame Company' using high quality green oak from Longleat Forest, and dry oak for the windows, external doors and staircase. Since the current owners purchase in 2020, the property has been subject to a further scheme of refurbishments including extensive redecorations and re plastering, re-landscaping, improvements to the energy efficiency including the addition of 30 PV panels and an air source heat pump to warm the pool, as well as many other thoughtful alterations. Every single one of these alterations have been central to improving the overall sustainability of the property, minimising running costs and maximising the overall practicality of this magnificent home. The property also has double glazing and oil-fired central heating being mainly underfloor with radiators in the bedrooms.
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Local stone steps from the newly re-landscaped yard area lead to the entrance hall which is an impressive area, over 30ft long, with a high pitched ceiling with roof lights and LED spotlights. Blue Lias stones span the walkway and there are Marnhull stone steps to the main reception room. At the end of the hall is a shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC. The principal reception room of the property has a high-pitched ceiling, oak beams, huge windows, flooding the room with sunlight, French doors, a multi fuel stove, variable lighting, and an oak staircase which rises to a 20ft. x 20ft. home office, which has previously served as a games room. Top quality new LED lighting has been installed within the office and supplementing a work from home lifestyle is the new ultrafast broadband which can reach download speeds of up to 1000mb/s.
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Stable doors from both the living room and hall lead into the kitchen & dining room which has a double aspect and French doors to the garden. There is an extensive range of fitted units with a dual fuel Rangemaster cooker and an American style fridge-freezer. The current owners have fitted new quartz worktops, kitchen handles, lighting, splash backs, and a boiling & filtered cold water tap within the kitchen island. The adjacent utility room includes a large larder and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. From the utility there is also a back door which exits to the rear of the property. Also approached from the hall is the second reception room (21ft. x 18 ft.) which has been totally redesigned, now with a stylish herringbone style solid oak parquet floor, a wood burning stove and french doors to the courtyard. This is another room which enjoys the classical barn conversion features including a high vaulted ceiling and exposed oak trusses.
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Beyond is the North wing (west facing) with 5 double bedrooms, a cloakroom and 3 bathrooms with 2 being en suite. The master bedroom is the largest and enjoys the use of the adjoining en-suite shower room. This is another new addition which exudes style with a cabinet style basin, w/c, and a walk-in shower with dual shower head. The family bathroom has both a bath and a separate walk-in shower. There's also a cloakroom with basin and WC.
Potential Annexe
The fifth bedroom is at the end of the bedroom hallway and has a small kitchen and dining area making it ideal for when friends or family stay. It could be combined with the adjoining bedroom or the adjoining 31ft. x 20 ft. garage to create a larger self-contained annexe. Subject to consents.
Outside
Lower Barn sits at the end of a very quiet no-through lane. A gated driveway (with provision for an electric gated entrance) leads into the property and to a large yard flanked on the East side by the house. At the end of the house is the garage which has an electric door and space for several cars and a workshop. Atop the North wing of the property there are 30 new PV panels which help to generate electricity for the property and also have potential to provide a tariff to the owners. Opposite the garage is an open sided barn used as a carport with a 'Zappi' smart EV charger installed. There is historic planning for conversion to an indoor pool room for this building and subject to consent it presents other possibilities, some of which the existing owners have explored.
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Next to the barn there is an orchard with a huge variety of fruit trees including pear, apple and plum. Beyond is a large concreted area that has been used as a play area and self-styled tennis court. This has potential for a variety of uses. This yard is to the fore of a large former barn now used for storage, and as an excellent all-weather party barn. The current owners have explored further development of this space.
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Immediately in front of the house there is now an inspired courtyard area which enjoys total privacy while taking in the fabulous countryside views. Discreet outdoor lighting has been added, pretty flower beds and an already well-established olive tree too. A pergola and characterful new cobbles and paving have been put in, as well as a year-round outdoor kitchen built with materials reclaimed from the cow barn, a pizza oven, sink and BBQ area. This completely transforms the first impressions of the property and adds a new dimension to the usability. On the South side of the house, and approached by french doors from the house, is a well sheltered mature lawned garden with a summerhouse, greenhouse, further vegetable area and an encased "above ground" heated swimming pool - easily removed if not desired. The owners have helped bring down running costs immensely by investing in an air source heat pump to heat the pool.
Tenure and Services
Freehold. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Propane gas for the cooker. 30 PV panels. Air source heat pump for pool. Energy Performance Rating: CCouncil Tax Band: F
About the area
Littleton lies just south of the village of Compton Dundon in one of the most picturesque parts of Somerset. Situated on the B3151 between Somerton and Street, Compton, Dundon and Littleton share a range of community facilities including the church, school, cricket pitch & club, and pub. The nearby town of Somerton is a thriving Market Town in the heart of Somerset with easy road access via the A303 road a few miles south and the main line rail station at Castle Cary. Somerton provides a wide range of local services including a Supermarket, Doctors Surgery, Dentist, Library, Butchers, Newsagent, Chemist and Post Office. Close by are other small towns including Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Castle Cary, Yeovil and Sherborne whilst Bristol, Bath and Taunton are also within easy reach.
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There are excellent state and independent schools locally which include a well-respected primary school in Somerton and secondary schools (and 6th form college) in Street and Huish Episcopi. Independent schools include, Millfield (at Street & Glastonbury), Wells Cathedral, Downside, All Hallows and the schools at Bruton and Sherborne. There are lots of good restaurants and pubs in the town and surrounding villages, and most sporting, cultural and social requirements can be met.
Directions
From Street head towards Somerton on the B3151. Turn right to Littleton Lane and continue until you pass the pond on your left. After the pond turn left and the property will be ahead of you on your right-hand side.
Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.
Viewings
Interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold
LOWER BARN, LITTLETON, NR SOMERTON, SOMERSET, TA11 6NP
A great home in a wonderful peaceful location with bags of accommodation, outbuildings, gardens and grounds - all contributing to a wonderful lifestyle. No onward chain. The generous accommodation has been much improved by the current owners and extends to over 4,000 sq. ft. with a large reception hall, cloakroom, 3 reception rooms, kitchen & dining room, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms plus scope to extend adjoining annexe. Outside there is a carport, garaging, a 2,300 sq. ft. barn, yards, gardens and a swimming pool.
Location
Lower Barn is at the end of a no-through lane (well away from roads) on the edge of a small village between the towns of Somerton and Street and within easy driving distance of main link roads and a train station (London under 2 hours). There are excellent local and independent schools close by including Millfield (3 miles). The village has a small friendly community and is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and the house has extensive views over the River Cary Valley and regular sightings of deer, pheasant, barn, tawny and little owls, plus an extremely rare species of butterfly. The area is rich in open spaces and is ideal for walking and cycling, with many footpaths and byways.
Accommodation
The barn was conscientiously converted and extended by the previous owners in the early 2000s using local craftsmen and tradesmen. It incorporates an exquisite oak frame which was made and erected by the locally renowned 'The Timber Frame Company' using high quality green oak from Longleat Forest, and dry oak for the windows, external doors and staircase. Since the current owners purchase in 2020, the property has been subject to a further scheme of refurbishments including extensive redecorations and re plastering, re-landscaping, improvements to the energy efficiency including the addition of 30 PV panels and an air source heat pump to warm the pool, as well as many other thoughtful alterations. Every single one of these alterations have been central to improving the overall sustainability of the property, minimising running costs and maximising the overall practicality of this magnificent home. The property also has double glazing and oil-fired central heating being mainly underfloor with radiators in the bedrooms.
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Local stone steps from the newly re-landscaped yard area lead to the entrance hall which is an impressive area, over 30ft long, with a high pitched ceiling with roof lights and LED spotlights. Blue Lias stones span the walkway and there are Marnhull stone steps to the main reception room. At the end of the hall is a shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC. The principal reception room of the property has a high-pitched ceiling, oak beams, huge windows, flooding the room with sunlight, French doors, a multi fuel stove, variable lighting, and an oak staircase which rises to a 20ft. x 20ft. home office, which has previously served as a games room. Top quality new LED lighting has been installed within the office and supplementing a work from home lifestyle is the new ultrafast broadband which can reach download speeds of up to 1000mb/s.
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Stable doors from both the living room and hall lead into the kitchen & dining room which has a double aspect and French doors to the garden. There is an extensive range of fitted units with a dual fuel Rangemaster cooker and an American style fridge-freezer. The current owners have fitted new quartz worktops, kitchen handles, lighting, splash backs, and a boiling & filtered cold water tap within the kitchen island. The adjacent utility room includes a large larder and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. From the utility there is also a back door which exits to the rear of the property. Also approached from the hall is the second reception room (21ft. x 18 ft.) which has been totally redesigned, now with a stylish herringbone style solid oak parquet floor, a wood burning stove and french doors to the courtyard. This is another room which enjoys the classical barn conversion features including a high vaulted ceiling and exposed oak trusses.
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Beyond is the North wing (west facing) with 5 double bedrooms, a cloakroom and 3 bathrooms with 2 being en suite. The master bedroom is the largest and enjoys the use of the adjoining en-suite shower room. This is another new addition which exudes style with a cabinet style basin, w/c, and a walk-in shower with dual shower head. The family bathroom has both a bath and a separate walk-in shower. There's also a cloakroom with basin and WC.
Potential Annexe
The fifth bedroom is at the end of the bedroom hallway and has a small kitchen and dining area making it ideal for when friends or family stay. It could be combined with the adjoining bedroom or the adjoining 31ft. x 20 ft. garage to create a larger self-contained annexe. Subject to consents.
Outside
Lower Barn sits at the end of a very quiet no-through lane. A gated driveway (with provision for an electric gated entrance) leads into the property and to a large yard flanked on the East side by the house. At the end of the house is the garage which has an electric door and space for several cars and a workshop. Atop the North wing of the property there are 30 new PV panels which help to generate electricity for the property and also have potential to provide a tariff to the owners. Opposite the garage is an open sided barn used as a carport with a 'Zappi' smart EV charger installed. There is historic planning for conversion to an indoor pool room for this building and subject to consent it presents other possibilities, some of which the existing owners have explored.
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Next to the barn there is an orchard with a huge variety of fruit trees including pear, apple and plum. Beyond is a large concreted area that has been used as a play area and self-styled tennis court. This has potential for a variety of uses. This yard is to the fore of a large former barn now used for storage, and as an excellent all-weather party barn. The current owners have explored further development of this space.
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Immediately in front of the house there is now an inspired courtyard area which enjoys total privacy while taking in the fabulous countryside views. Discreet outdoor lighting has been added, pretty flower beds and an already well-established olive tree too. A pergola and characterful new cobbles and paving have been put in, as well as a year-round outdoor kitchen built with materials reclaimed from the cow barn, a pizza oven, sink and BBQ area. This completely transforms the first impressions of the property and adds a new dimension to the usability. On the South side of the house, and approached by french doors from the house, is a well sheltered mature lawned garden with a summerhouse, greenhouse, further vegetable area and an encased "above ground" heated swimming pool - easily removed if not desired. The owners have helped bring down running costs immensely by investing in an air source heat pump to heat the pool.
Tenure and Services
Freehold. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Propane gas for the cooker. 30 PV panels. Air source heat pump for pool. Energy Performance Rating: CCouncil Tax Band: F
About the area
Littleton lies just south of the village of Compton Dundon in one of the most picturesque parts of Somerset. Situated on the B3151 between Somerton and Street, Compton, Dundon and Littleton share a range of community facilities including the church, school, cricket pitch & club, and pub. The nearby town of Somerton is a thriving Market Town in the heart of Somerset with easy road access via the A303 road a few miles south and the main line rail station at Castle Cary. Somerton provides a wide range of local services including a Supermarket, Doctors Surgery, Dentist, Library, Butchers, Newsagent, Chemist and Post Office. Close by are other small towns including Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Castle Cary, Yeovil and Sherborne whilst Bristol, Bath and Taunton are also within easy reach.
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There are excellent state and independent schools locally which include a well-respected primary school in Somerton and secondary schools (and 6th form college) in Street and Huish Episcopi. Independent schools include, Millfield (at Street & Glastonbury), Wells Cathedral, Downside, All Hallows and the schools at Bruton and Sherborne. There are lots of good restaurants and pubs in the town and surrounding villages, and most sporting, cultural and social requirements can be met.
Directions
From Street head towards Somerton on the B3151. Turn right to Littleton Lane and continue until you pass the pond on your left. After the pond turn left and the property will be ahead of you on your right-hand side.
Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.
Viewings
Interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold
