HIPPISLEY FARM EAST E4D, CHEWTO4 ME4DIP SOMERSET
An exciting opportunity to purchase a traditional Mendip farmhouse c1740 that was formerly on the Waldegrave Estate together with a range of traditional and modern buildings set within a total of 6.22 acres. The property is situated in a delightful rural position away from main roads.
There is great scope to improve the property and the buildings are suitable for conversion to alternative uses, subject to the grant of planning consent.
Offers invited in region of £1.1 million
The Cake House, Upper Lodge Farm, Ston Easton, Bath, Somerset, BA3 4DH Tel: 01761 241127 Fax: 01761 241117 Email: [email protected] Web: www.voycepullin.co.uk HIPPISLEY FARM, EAST E4D, CHEWTO4 ME4DIP, SOMERSET
Bath 15 miles ■ Bristol 16 miles ■ Wells 4 miles
Access from the country lane is through a wide splayed entrance with double wooden gates. The farmhouse is constructed of stone elevations under a tiled roof and boasts character features including open fireplaces and flagstone floors. There is great scope for further extension of the property which is suitable for individuals, couples or families. There are attractive gardens, including an orchard, to the front whilst to the rear is a stone yard surrounded by the outbuildings.
The accommodation is arranged as follows:
The Ground Floor:-
Wooden door to:-
Rear Entrance Hall (9’11” x 7’7” (3.0m x 2.3m))
The Front Flagstone floor. Radiator.
Utility Room (14’8” x 7’6” (4.5m x 2.3m)) SITUATION Units with stainless steel double sink with drainer. Central Hippisley Farm is situated in a delightful rural position within heating boiler. Door to outside. the hamlet of East End to the south of the village of Chewton Bathroom Mendip, the home of the Waldegrave Estate, and to the north White suite comprising bath, wash hand basin and low level of Green Ore. Chewton Mendip boasts a good range of WC. Tiled walls. Radiator. facilities including an excellent primary school, a pre-school, a village shop, a public house, a village hall and a church. The Storage Room/ Further Reception Room (12’0” x 9’11” property is on the edge of the picturesque Mendip Hills Area (3.7m x 3.0m)) of Outstanding Natural Beauty well-known for its beautiful Radiator, connections for hot and cold water and drainage. landscape, stone walls, caves and unspoilt villages.
The regional centre of Bristol is 16 miles to the north whilst the Heritage City of Bath is some 15 miles away with excellent road connections leading to them. The Cathedral City of Wells, which offers local facilities, is 4 miles away.
Schooling within the area is plentiful with the property being within the catchment of The Blue School, Wells with the school having an excellent reputation. Independent Schools including The Cathedral School (Wells), Millfield (Street), Downside (Stratton on the Fosse) and Sidcot (Winscombe) are within easy travelling distance. Recreational opportunities abound in the local area.
Mainline rail services to London Paddington are available from Bristol and Bath as well as Castle Cary (15 miles). Bristol International Airport is 30 minutes (20 miles) away. Dining Room DIRECTIONS Dining Room (12’9” x 9’10” (3.9m x 3.0m)) From Bristol, proceed southwards along the A37 for Oak panelling. Exposed beams. Radiator. approximately 12 miles to the village of Farrington Gurney. From Bath, proceed south westwards along the A39 until Kitchen/Breakfast Room (13’9” x 13’1” (4.2m x 4.0m)) meeting the A39 just after Hallatrow. On meeting the A37, Fitted with units comprising of pine wall and base storage turn left to Farrington Gurney. Pass through Farrington units with roll edged work surfaces with stainless steel sink Gurney and continue towards Wells. After approximately 1 and drainer. Electric oven and hob. Plumbing for dishwasher. mile, pass through the village of Chewton Mendip. Having left Flagstone floor. TV Aerial point. Telephone point. Radiator. the village, after approximately ½ mile, turn left at a small crossroads. The premises of Uphills, a farm machinery dealer, will be seen on the right. Continue for a further ½ mile and Hippisley Farm is the second property on the right.
If travelling from Wells proceed northwards along the A39 towards Bristol. Pass through the traffic lights at Green Ore and proceed for a further mile over Nedge Hill. Take the first right turn and continue for a further ½ mile. Hippisley Farm is the second property on the right.
DESCRIPTION
The property was formerly part of the Waldegrave Estate and comprises of a traditional farmhouse c1740 together with extensive outbuildings set in attractive paddocks. In total the property extends to approximately 6.22 acres (2.52 hectares). Kitchen Drawing Room (24’6” x 19’4” (7.5m x 5.9m)) Open fireplace with log burning stove. Wooden front door. Two radiators. TV Aerial point. Telephone point. Exposed stone archway.
Bedroom 1
Outside:-
To the front of the house there is a lawn and orchard Drawing Room together with a single garage that has access from the Study (15’3” x 12’0” (4.7m x 3.7m)) lane. Adjoining the house is a terrace with borders. To Solid oak floor. Wooden panelled ceiling with exposed green the rear is a stone yard with parking and turning areas. oak beams. TV aerial point. 2 separate telephone lines. Radiator. The buildings surround the stone yard and comprise of:
Traditional stone and tile Former Stables (31’3” x 18’5” (9.5m x 5.6m)) with cobbled floor and loft above Adjoining stone and tile Workshop (33’8” x 18’5” (10.3m x 5.6m)) with concrete floor Block and fibre cement Workshop (78’8” x 18’2” (24.0m x 5.5m)) with concrete floor Steel framed Barn (46’3” x 29’10” (14.1m x 9.1m)) with fibre cement roof and cladding Traditional stone and tile Stables (53’8” x 19’4” (16.4m x 5.9m)) with cobbled floor Pole Loose Boxes/Barn (30’8” x 22’3” (9.3m x 6.8m)) with sheet metal doors and profile roof Traditional stone and tile Stables (20’11” x 13’9” (6.4m x 4.2m)) with cobbled floor Games Room Traditional stone and tile lean-to Stables (28’9” x Games Room (18’3” x 16’1” (5.6m x 4.9m)) 16’4”)) adjoining the farmhouse Solid oak floor with in-laid stone. Wooden panelled ceiling with exposed green oak beams. Two radiators. Networked Beyond the lawns of the house are two paddocks points to study. Access to patio/entertaining area. enclosed by hedges or post and rail fences with a track
The First Floor:- leading to the buildings. There is a small area of newly planted woodland. Landing
Bedroom One (18’6” x 9’6” (5.7m x 2.9m)) Vanity unit. Radiator. Cast iron fireplace.
Bedroom Two ( 14’0” x 8’2” (4.3m x 2.5m)) Vanity unit. Radiator.
Bedroom Three (14’1” x 13’11” (4.3m x 4.2m)) Water and drainage connection. Cast iron fireplace. Walk-in cupboard. TV aerial point. Telephone point.
Bedroom Four (15’11” x 12’2” (4.9m x 3.7m)) max. Vanity unit. Radiator.
Bedroom Five (14’7” x 7’3” (4.4m x 2.2m)) Vanity unit. Radiator.
Bathroom Suite comprising bath (with shower attachment), low The Workshop level WC and wash hand basin. Radiator. TENURE
The property is of freehold tenure with vacant possession upon completion.
OUTGOINGS
Council Tax – Band E – amount payable 2007/2008 - £1618.27.
SERVICES Main electricity, mains water, private drainage. Oil fired central heating. Broadband enabled telephone exchange. LOCAL AND PUBLIC AUTHORITIES
Somerset County Council – Tel. 01823 355455 Mendip District Council – Tel. 01749 343399
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
All those items usually regarded as retained to the View towards the house from the access Vendors are specifically reserved out of the sale, although some may be available to the purchaser if VIEWING required at valuation. Strictly by appointment with the Vendors’ Agents – POSTAL ADDRESS Voyce Pullin Tel. 01761 241127. The postal address of the property is:-
Hippisley Farm, East End, Chewton Mendip, Near Bath, Somerset. BA3 4LX
Hippisley Farm, East End, Chewton Mendip, Radstock Approximate Gross Internal Area E 2779 Sq Ft/258 Sq M S
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3.7m x 3.0m Kitchen/ 12'0" x 9'11" Breakfast Room Drawing Room 4.2m x 4.0m 7.5m x 5.9m 13'9" x 13'1" 24'6" x 19'4" (Maximum)
Utility 3.0m x 2.3m 4.5m x 2.3m 9'11" x 7'7" 14'8" x 7'6" Study Games Room 4.7m x 3.7m 5.6m x 4.9m Dining Room 15'3" x 12'0" 18'3" x 16'1" 3.9m x 3.0m Ground Floor 12'9" x 9'10"
Bedroom 1 5.7m x 2.9m Bedroom 3 18'6" x 9'6" 4.3m x 4.2m Bedroom 4 14'1" x 13'11" 4.9m x 3.7m (Maximum) 15'11" x 12'2" (Maximum) Bedroom 2 4.3m x 2.5m 14'0" x 8'2"
First Floor Bedroom 5 4.4m x 2.2m 14'7" x 7'3"
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