Gardeners Cottage Maperton, Somerset

Wincanton 4.3 miles, Castle Cary 7.5 miles (London Paddington from 91 minutes) Sherborne 7 miles (London Waterloo 2 hours 18 minutes). (All times and distances are approximate)

An enchanting family home in a tranquil position with magnificent gardens.

The house offers exquisite interiors, having been extended and remodelled to a very high standard by the current owners.

Gardeners Cottage Entrance hall • sitting room • dining room • kitchen/breakfast/family room Utility room • study area

Master bedroom with en suite shower room and mezzanine dressing room 4 further bedrooms • bathroom • Shower room

3 bay car port with planning permission to create 6 car garage Triple garage and studio with planning permission to convert to a cottage Victorian greenhouse • workshop • cellar • mature gardens • walled garden • pond • Log store • Summer house

In all about 2 acres (about 0.8 hectares)

Sherborne Country Department 15 Cheap Street, Sherborne, 55 Baker Street, Dorset DT9 3PU London W1U 8AN Tel: +44 1935 812236 Tel: +44 20 7861 1528 [email protected] [email protected] www.knightfrank.co.uk

These particulars are intended only as a guide and must not be relied upon as statements of fact. Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the brochure. Situation and Amenities Gardeners Cottage is not listed and sits in a wonderfully The A303 can be accessed at Wincanton and gives access to private and tranquil spot on the edge of the small hamlet of the M3 and London to the east as well as Exeter and The Maperton. Surrounded by rolling countryside, Gardeners West Country. Cottage offers a real sense of seclusion while still being easily Regular services run from the mainline railway stations at accessible from Sherborne, Wincanton and Bruton. Castle Cary (London Paddington 91 minutes) and Sherborne Well known for its beautiful countryside, this part of Somerset (London Waterloo 2 hours 18 minutes). also offers an extensive range of shopping and recreational The area around Gardeners Cottage is very well known for the facilities at nearby Wincanton, about 4.3 miles north east of quality of its schooling. Nearby schools include Sherborne the property. The historic town of Sherborne, about 7 miles School, Sherborne Girls, Port Regis, King’s Bruton, Bruton south of Maperton, features an ancient Abbey and also offers School for Girls, Sexey’s School, St Mary’s Shaftesbury. numerous shops along the high street as well as a number of Slightly further afield are Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, and pubs and restaurants. Dauntsey’s School. Gardeners Cottage Originally the home of the head gardener for Maperton House, a raised terrace overlooking the pond. The ground floor also Gardeners Cottage has been transformed into a deceptively offers a guest bedroom with calming views over the pond. large, yet manageable family house, whilst maintaining much There is a shower room nearby and a library which has been of its 18th century charm. The aesthetic yet practical design converted to a cinema room. is noticeable throughout, with features such as ornate lead The meticulous attention to detail continues to the first floor, drainpipes and floorboards from a 15th century French with a particularly impressive master bedroom suite. This convent. was originally 3 rooms, which the current owner opened up The entrance hall features 17th century Swedish marble to create 1 large bedroom with a gothic style arched window flooring. Glass doors lead through to a dining room which which sits beautifully with the pitched roof. The en-suite features a beautiful gothic style window and light wood shower room is accessed via an open arch and has views over flooring, giving the ground floor a wonderful open and light the pond and gardens. A spiral staircase leads from the master atmosphere. A large kitchen/breakfast/family room, which bedroom to a mezzanine dressing room. The first floor has is a later addition to the house, sits to the rear of the house a further 3 bedrooms, and a family bathroom with an inviting and features a stunning fireplace and glass doors leading to wood panelled bath.

Reception Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area Main House = 411.2 sq m / 4426 sq ft Bedroom Cellar = 40.2 sq m / 433 sq ft Bathroom Outbuildings = 114.4 sq m / 1231 sq ft Kitchen/Utility Total = 565.8 sq m / 6090 sq ft Storage Terrace Recreation

Cellar Mezzanine

Studio (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)

Ground Floor First Floor Garage (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)

This plan is for layout guidance only. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan,please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.

Studio and Garage

Studio and Garage Currently configured as a 3 bay garage on the ground floor and studio above, planning permission has been granted to convert into secondary accommodation, consisting of a study, dining area, kitchen, sitting room, 2 bedrooms and shower room. Further details are available from Knight Frank. (Planning reference: 14/04207/FUL).

Gardens, Grounds and Outbuildings Gardeners Cottage is surrounded by approximately 2 acres of mature and magical gardens, with a large pond forming the focal point. Secluded areas of lawn are flanked by large hedges. There is a wild flower garden, palm trees and a rose covered iron framed pergola. Wood-chip paths meander through the garden, passing the lily-covered pond and leading to a delightful folly. The gardens give a real sense of privacy, which, along with the wonderful views, add to the peaceful atmosphere of the property. A cellar underneath the raised terrace is accessed from the garden, and is currently used for garden storage. There is an additional log store and summerhouse. In front of the house is a parking area with a three bay car port and beautiful Victorian green house to the rear leading through to the vegetable garden. There is planning permission in place to convert the 3 bay car port to a 6 car garage and to relocate the greenhouse behind the new garage. Further details are available from Knight Frank. (Planning reference: 14/00796/FUL)

General remarks and stipulations Services Oil fired central heating. Underfloor heating. Mains electricity. Private drainage. GARDENERS COTTAGE Fixtures and fittings Only those items known as fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale. Certain items such as garden statuary and house contents are available by separate negotiation with the vendor.

Planning South Somerset District Council. Tel: 01935 462462

Council Tax Band G

Directions (BA9 8EW) If coming from the east, take the A303 and exit at Wincanton,

Note: “This plan is based upon the Ordnance A371. At the first roundabout, continue on the A371 and after half Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationary office. This plan is for convenience of a mile take the first exit at the roundabout onto the A357, driving purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence underneath the A303 and then take the first right onto Anchor Hill. Number. No. ES100017767.” After about a mile, turn left and then bear left after half a mile. The Important Notice: Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word entrance to Gardeners Cottage will be found on the right hand side. of mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). Photos etc: The photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. Regulations Viewings etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A Strictly by appointment with the selling agents, Knight Frank. buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice. Knight Frank LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England with registered number OC305934. Our registered office is 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN, where you may look at a list of members’ names.

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