Manor House Wootton Courtenay | Exmoor | Somerset GUIDE £600,000
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in association with Manor House Wootton Courtenay | Exmoor | Somerset GUIDE £600,000 Manor House Wootton Courtenay Somerset, TA24 8RD A charming Grade II Listed five bedroom period house enjoying a delightful south facing setting in the centre of the village with large gardens, parking and wonderful country views. th F7i nebed 174 bath Cent 3 recupr y8.6 M aacrnor Doub Hole gauragese with room above Heart of Exmoor villag e 3 reception rooms Kitchen/breakfast room with Aga 5 bedrooms Oil fired central heating Lovely large garden & parking Coast within 4 miles County Town Taunton 27 miles Manor House is delightfully located in the heart of this highly regarded Exmoor village close to the church and with wonderful country views towards the surrounding hills. Believed to have been built in the late 17th Century for Tom Stewekley son of the Earl of Huntingdon and from where the administration of the estate and collection of rents were carried out. The property has been sympathetically restored and extended by the present owners creating a perfect blend of traditional and modern day comforts whilst retaining the many inherent character features which include open fireplaces, exposed beams and timbers, Muntin screen and some leaded light windows. The part walled large rear gardens are an undoubted feature of the property and enjoy privacy and fine rural views. ACCOMMODATION Bedroom 1 Vaulted beamed ceiling with glazed Arranged over two floors and equipped with oil panels and double glazed door leading onto the fired central heating the accommodation in brief rear gardens, radiator, fitted carpet and timber comprises; stairs to a Mezzanine Floor with skylight window. Entrance Porch Heavy period oak door to - Bedroom 2 Enjoying views towards surrounding hills. Leaded light window, radiator and fitted Reception Hall Plank and Muntin screen, tiled carpet. floor and glazed door to rear garden. En-Suite Shower Room Fitted with a three Cloakroom Fitted with a two piece white and piece suite comprising low level WC, circular chrome suite comprising low level WC, wall vanity wash hand basin, tiled shower recess with mounted wash hand basin, extractor fan and curved screen, chrome radiator/towel rail, corked tiled flooring. exposed ceiling timbers, built in cupboard, and limestone tiled flooring. Snug/Study Leaded light window to front, radiator, recessed shelved cupboard, exposed and Bedroom 3 Enjoying views towards the timber floor. surrounding hills, leaded light window, wall mounted wash hand basin, high level storage Sitting Room Leaded light window to the front cupboards, radiator and fitted carpet. with shutters and window seat, exposed beams and timbers, inglenook open fireplace with stone Bedroom 4 Enjoying similar views, with leaded surround, oak screen with carved mouldings, fitted light window, window seat, radiator and fitted book shelving, two radiators and quarry tiled carpet. flooring. Bedroom 5 Overlooking the rear garden, fitted Dining Room Again to the front with leaded wardrobe, radiator, fitted carpet and access hatch window shutters and window seat, curved stone to roof space. fireplace with tiled hearth, radiator, quarry tiled floor and opening to - Bathroom Fitted with a three piece white and chrome suite comprising low level WC, wall Servery Exposed timbers, built in cupboards and mounted wash hand basin, freestanding bath, fitted carpet and access to – chrome radiator/towel rail, exposed ceiling timbers, vinyl floor covering and door to walk in Rear Hall Radiator, tiled floor, door to garden linen cupboard. and door to - THE GARDENS Kitchen/Breakfast Room Fitted with a bespoke To the front of the house is a cobbled terrace with base unit with solid wood block surfaces, cupboard flower borders, climbing roses together with a and drawers under, double Belfast sink, four oven parking space for a vehicle at the side. A five bar electric Aga, exposed beams, limestone flooring, gate gives access around to the rear of the oil fired boiler heating the central heating and property where there is a large slate terrace domestic hot water system, understairs cupboard immediately outside of the kitchen/breakfast room. and double opening glazed doors with glazed Wide steps lead up onto a part walled lawned panels either side leading onto the rear gardens. garden with flower beds and beyond which is a further cottage style garden with grass pathways in A carpeted staircase from the rear hall leads to between, flower and shrub beds and a mature fruit trees. At the top is a large vegetable garden with First Floor Split Level Landing Two radiators, raised beds, plum, pear and apple trees backing recess with plumbing for washing machine and onto fields. Within the gardens there is also a fitted carpet. stone built garden store, potting shed and there are lovely views towards the Exmoor Hills and towards Croydon Hill. SERVICES Want to know More? Mains water, electricity and drainage. We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and, therefore, recommend that you COUNCIL TAX visit the local authority website (contact the G* branch for details) and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and *At the time of preparing these sales particulars local area before proceeding. the council tax banding is correct. However, purchasers should be aware that Improvement www.environment-agency.gov.uk carried out by the vendor may affect the www.landregistry.gov.uk property’s Council tax banding following a sale. www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures www.homeoffice.gov.uk www.ukradon.org TENURE www.fensa.org.uk Freehold www.nesltd.co.uk http://list.english-heritage.org.uk DIRECTIONS From Minehead take the A39 towards Porlock and after approximately three miles at the end of the OPENING TIMES: three lane carriageway take the left hand turn signposted Wootton Courtenay. Follow the lane Monday – Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm for approximately two miles into the village where Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm The Manor House will be found just past the village shop and church on your left hand side. LOCATION Wootton Courtenay is a popular and thriving Exmoor Village with local shop, village hall, church and is undoubtedly one of the most favoured villages in the Exmoor National Park. There are around 12,000 acres of Holnicote Estate National Trust land nearby with 150 miles of footpaths and bridleways. West Somerset's premier resort of Minehead is approximately five miles away and has an excellent range of shopping, banking and recreational and schooling facilities together with the Old Harbour and Sea Front. The County town of Taunton which is approximately twenty four miles to the east and has mainline rail connections and access to the motorway network For those who enjoy exploring the countryside there are footpaths and bridleways close by leading to superb walks on the Exmoor Hills and the Quantock, Brendon Hills and many renowned beauty spots of the area are all close at hand. "DoubleClick Insert EPC" Illustration for identification only – not to scale © Copyright Webbers Minehead 2017 For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. Some photographs may have been taken using a Wide Angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings, if there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property. in association with Tel : 01643 700210 Webbers Fine & Country webbers.co.uk 9 Floyds Corner Friday Street Minehead Somerset TA24 5UW [email protected] fineandcountry.com .