House For Sale £1,750,000
A superb period farmhouse to rent in a quiet village setting a mile from the A303 & in easy reach of Castle Cary, Glastonbury & Yeovil
Langlands Farmhouse Frog Lane Kingsdon TA11 7LL
About the area
Kingsdon is an historic village a couple of miles from the small country town of Somerton that was possibly King Alfred's capital of Wessex. The village comprises mainly period properties with a scattering of more contemporary houses, a village school, a great pub, and a friendly community. Somerton provides a wide range of local services including a small supermarket, Doctors Surgery, 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 that include a well respected primary schools 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.
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. 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.
Location
Kingsdon is an historic village a couple of miles from the small country town of Somerton that was possibly King Alfred's capital of Wessex.The village comprises mainly period properties with a scattering of more contemporary houses, a village school, a great pub, and a friendly community
Accommodation
Langlands stands alongside a quiet no through lane in the heart of the village and is a handsome stone building with a striking 2 storey front gable protecting a porch and the front entrance. There's also a side entrance with double electric gates which leads to a large, gravelled courtyard and the garaging.Internally the house has been extensively renovated and improved whilst retaining many original details including excellent flagstone flooring, window shutters, fireplaces, beams, oak, elm and old pine timberwork and all complemented by excellent decoration, good quality fittings and central heatingThere's lots of great living space with the accommodation of well over 4,000, sq.ft. This includes an entrance hall and a drawing room and sitting room divided by wide folding doors that open to create a 30 ft. plus reception room.
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On the opposite side of the hall is a beautiful dining room with elm floorboards, an inglenook fireplace with a wood burner stove and an archway into the superb kitchen.This has a comprehensive range of units and appliances including a 4 oven Aga and a further integrated oven and microwave. Beyond the kitchen are an inner hall, a cloakroom and a large utility room with a door to a carport - easily adapted for further accommodation if required.Leading off the dining room is a quiet and comfortable snug.A feature of the reception rooms (and the kitchen) are the double french doors which lead directly into the landscaped gardens.On the first floor the principal suite is very special with a large bedroom with a Nash style window overlooking the garden, exposed roof beams and granary steps down to the courtyard. There are also a dressing room and a fabulous bathroom.
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There is a secondary suite that again has a large bedroom, dressing room and en suite bathroom. Two more bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms, and the 5th bedroom is close to the family bathroom. (All the bathrooms are fitted and finished to very high standards.)Returning to the ground floor, double french doors open from both the kitchen and the snug to a paved and walled courtyard with access through into the annexe. This includes a sitting room with kitchen facilities, double bedroom and shower room. This annexe being ideal private accommodation for family/staff or as a guest cottage.
Outside
There is a large, gravelled courtyard sweeping round to an integral carport with an adjoining gym which could be re-instated as a garage or store. Behind the house, there are well landscaped attractive and manageable gardens with box hedging, high stone walls for privacy and maturing silver birch trees. Within the garden there is a newly added studio which has been used for a home cinema, games room and as home to the golf simulator. Within the studio there is a side-room which could be converted into a kitchenette, and a toilet. Beyond is a well fenced paddock with stabling. In all the property is around 3 acres.
About the area
Kingsdon is a very popular village with fewer than 200 properties in beautiful countryside just south of Somerton which provides a wide range of local services including a small supermarket, Doctors Surgery, 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. There are excellent state and independent schools locally that 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.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage and oil central heating.
Directions
From the Podimore roundabout on the A303, take the A372 towards Long Sutton, turn right on to the B3151 and head towards the centre of the village via Lodge Road and Manor Road. When you reach the Kingsdon Inn on your left, turn right down Frog Lane - Langlands Farmhouse House in on your left-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. 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: G
Tenure: Freehold
Langlands Farmhouse Frog Lane Kingsdon TA11 7LL
About the area
Kingsdon is an historic village a couple of miles from the small country town of Somerton that was possibly King Alfred's capital of Wessex. The village comprises mainly period properties with a scattering of more contemporary houses, a village school, a great pub, and a friendly community. Somerton provides a wide range of local services including a small supermarket, Doctors Surgery, 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 that include a well respected primary schools 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.
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. 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.
Location
Kingsdon is an historic village a couple of miles from the small country town of Somerton that was possibly King Alfred's capital of Wessex.The village comprises mainly period properties with a scattering of more contemporary houses, a village school, a great pub, and a friendly community
Accommodation
Langlands stands alongside a quiet no through lane in the heart of the village and is a handsome stone building with a striking 2 storey front gable protecting a porch and the front entrance. There's also a side entrance with double electric gates which leads to a large, gravelled courtyard and the garaging.Internally the house has been extensively renovated and improved whilst retaining many original details including excellent flagstone flooring, window shutters, fireplaces, beams, oak, elm and old pine timberwork and all complemented by excellent decoration, good quality fittings and central heatingThere's lots of great living space with the accommodation of well over 4,000, sq.ft. This includes an entrance hall and a drawing room and sitting room divided by wide folding doors that open to create a 30 ft. plus reception room.
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On the opposite side of the hall is a beautiful dining room with elm floorboards, an inglenook fireplace with a wood burner stove and an archway into the superb kitchen.This has a comprehensive range of units and appliances including a 4 oven Aga and a further integrated oven and microwave. Beyond the kitchen are an inner hall, a cloakroom and a large utility room with a door to a carport - easily adapted for further accommodation if required.Leading off the dining room is a quiet and comfortable snug.A feature of the reception rooms (and the kitchen) are the double french doors which lead directly into the landscaped gardens.On the first floor the principal suite is very special with a large bedroom with a Nash style window overlooking the garden, exposed roof beams and granary steps down to the courtyard. There are also a dressing room and a fabulous bathroom.
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There is a secondary suite that again has a large bedroom, dressing room and en suite bathroom. Two more bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms, and the 5th bedroom is close to the family bathroom. (All the bathrooms are fitted and finished to very high standards.)Returning to the ground floor, double french doors open from both the kitchen and the snug to a paved and walled courtyard with access through into the annexe. This includes a sitting room with kitchen facilities, double bedroom and shower room. This annexe being ideal private accommodation for family/staff or as a guest cottage.
Outside
There is a large, gravelled courtyard sweeping round to an integral carport with an adjoining gym which could be re-instated as a garage or store. Behind the house, there are well landscaped attractive and manageable gardens with box hedging, high stone walls for privacy and maturing silver birch trees. Within the garden there is a newly added studio which has been used for a home cinema, games room and as home to the golf simulator. Within the studio there is a side-room which could be converted into a kitchenette, and a toilet. Beyond is a well fenced paddock with stabling. In all the property is around 3 acres.
About the area
Kingsdon is a very popular village with fewer than 200 properties in beautiful countryside just south of Somerton which provides a wide range of local services including a small supermarket, Doctors Surgery, 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. There are excellent state and independent schools locally that 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.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage and oil central heating.
Directions
From the Podimore roundabout on the A303, take the A372 towards Long Sutton, turn right on to the B3151 and head towards the centre of the village via Lodge Road and Manor Road. When you reach the Kingsdon Inn on your left, turn right down Frog Lane - Langlands Farmhouse House in on your left-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. 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: G
Tenure: Freehold
