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The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory Treborough, , TA23 0QW

Taunton 18 Miles • Bristol 65 Miles • Exeter 45 Miles Coast 7 Miles

A substantial and beautifully appointed Rectory with separate cottage set in 1.3 acres of landscaped gardens occupying an outstanding position within the National Park

• Impressive Former Rectory • 4 Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility, WC & Laundry Room • 5 Bedrooms (3 En-Suite) • Detached 2 Bedroom Cottage • Delightful Well Stocked Gardens Set in 1.3 Acres • Wonderful Far Reaching Countryside Views • Swimming Pool & Summer House

Stags Stags 5 Hammet Street 13 Fore Street The London Office Taunton 40 St James’s Place Somerset TA1 1RZ Somerset TA22 9EX London Tel: 01823 256625 Tel: 01398 323174 SW1A 1NS Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Tel: 020 7839 0888 stags.co.uk Description Believed to date from the mid 1800s the Old Rectory has an attractive façade with colour washed rendered elevations under a pitched double hipped slate roof and has been substantially extended over the years, yet still retains an immense amount of character and style. The house which is not listed has been designed to take full advantage of its glorious setting with the reception rooms enjoying stunning far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Accordingly the rooms which are beautifully proportioned with excellent ceiling heights are flooded with a good deal of natural light. The house exhibits many wonderful period features typical of its age including large windows, several with shutters, impressive ornate fireplaces, original ceiling cornicing and exposed wooden floors. The current owners, who are offering the house with no onward chain, have substantially updated and improved the property in recent years so that it is now offered with modern fixtures and fittings. Of particular note the original kitchen and breakfast room have been opened up to create a fabulous open plan kitchen/breakfast room with a hand-crafted kitchen including an island unit and Aga which creates a very attractive entertaining space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cloakroom and utility room, good sized back kitchen with range of units and inglenook fireplace. A recent addition of the garden room enhances the accommodation which includes a wood burning stove, glazed windows and access to the side garden. On the first floor a galleried landing provides access to the bedrooms. There are five double bedrooms, three of which have recently installed en-suite facilities. There is also a beautifully fitted family bathroom with roll top claw foot bath and enclosed shower. Externally, The Old Rectory is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway which leads to the side of the property and provides ample parking and turning space. At the front of the house is a raised terrace which extends to the side of the house, which overlooks fields. To the rear is an elevated section of garden which is predominantly laid to lawn and surrounded by deep planted herbaceous borders with a raised terrace and seating area. The garden area includes a bog garden with established Gunnera. There is a beautiful summer house near the back of the house with steps which lead up to the heated outdoor swimming pool, which is enclosed and provides a good degree of shelter and privacy. On the other side of the house is a productive vegetable garden with stream to one side running through a series of ponds and waterfalls, creating a wonderful water feature. There is further access from the driveway to the detached former stables with reverse level living accommodation which includes a sitting room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms (both en-suite), an open fronted store and a parking area to the front. Situation The Old Rectory occupies the most wonderful location in the heart of the Exmoor National Park. The Rectory enjoys an outstanding location in its own gardens and grounds in an elevated location within Exmoor’s smallest parish. This part of Somerset is unspoilt, tranquil and one of the most beautiful parts of the West Country. With the on the fringe of the West Somerset Vale and to the West the Quantock Hills, it is on the approach that you appreciate the beautiful setting. Whilst it lies in this rural location, Treborough is no means isolated with the favoured village of found only 2 miles to the north-east. The popular village provides facilities including a local garage, general store, post office, village Inn, newsagents, modern village hall and recreation ground where a number of social and sporting activities take place throughout the year. A little further away the village of offers a wider range of day to day amenities. The County Town of Taunton offers extensive commercial, recreational and educational facilities including the well regarded public schools of Taunton, King’s and Queen’s Colleges and nearby Wellington School. Taunton itself is a growing retail centre with excellent communication links including mainline rail services and access to the M5 motorway at junction 25. The Old Rectory is perfectly situated for those with interests in country sports with shooting available nearby and both the Quantock and Brendon Hills are renowned for their excellent walking and riding. Sailing and windsurfing are on offer at the nearby Wimbleball Lake and there are many point to point meetings throughout the area and racing can be enjoyed at Taunton Racecourse. Directions From Taunton proceed in a north westerly direction on the A358 signposted to Williton and . Proceed along this road passing the turnings to Bishops Lydeard. Immediately after the turning to Cedar Falls Health Farm, turn left signposted to Exford, Wheddon Cross and Raleghs Cross on the B3224. Proceed along this road passing the Raleghs Cross Inn and take the next right turn right signposted to Wheddon Cross (by Beulah Chapel). Proceed along this road taking the first turning on the right hand side signposted to Treborough. Follow this lane and upon reaching the green triangle turn left signposted to Treborough. Proceed past the junction where the entrance to The Old Rectory can be found after a short distance on the left hand side. Services Mains water, mains electricity, private drainage, oil fired central heating. Council Tax Band F - £2,041.54 payable 2014/15 Local Authority West Somerset Council. West Somerset House, Killick Way, Williton, Somerset, TA4 4QA. Tel: 01643703704. www.westsomersetonline.gov.uk. Viewing By appointment only with Stags Taunton Office 01823 256625

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Bedroom 2 3.20 x 2.74m Bedroom 1 Kitchen / 10'6 x 9' Sitting Room 4.98 x 4.14m Sitting Room 5.18 x 4.83m 16'4 x 13'7 5.03 x 3.30m 17' x 15'10 Store Room 16'6 x 10'10 5.13 x 4.14m 16'10 x 13'7

Approx. Gross Internal Floor Area Cottage Ground Floor Cottage First Floor 426.6 Sq Metres 4592 Sq Ft (Excludes Store & Outbuilding & Includes Annexe)

Dining Room 6.48 x 5.49m Bedroom 1 Conservatory 5.64 x 5.18m Drawing Room 21'3 x 18' Bedroom 2 6.55 x 4.88m 8.66 x 3.58m 18'6 x 18' 28'5 x 11'9 4.57 x 4.27m 21'6 x 16' 15' x 14'

Up Sitting Room Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 3.89 x 3.76m 4.27 x 4.04m 4.06 x 3.86m 12'9 x 12'4 Kitchen / 14' x 13'3 13'4 x 12'8 Breakfast Room 6.27 x 5.49m 20'7 x 18' Summer Utility House 3.89 x 2.44m 4.98 x 2.54m 12'9 x 8' 16'4 x 8'4 Laundry Room Bedroom 5 Down 3.12 x 2.54m 3.81 x 2.74m 10'3 x 8'4 12'6 x 9'

Ground Floor First Floor Outbuilding