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Rookery Farm (West), Puxton, Weston-S-Mare, Bs24 6Tl ROOKERY FARM (WEST), PUXTON, WESTON-S-MARE, BS24 6TL Substantial part of a character farmhouse in Rookery Farm (West) is situated in a glorious Puxton rural location, with farmland all around and views over the Mendips. It sits in a mature Sitting in a plot of over 3 acres (including the plot of over 3 acres (including the track to the track) property) , perfect for those looking for ‘the Holiday cottage (in need of complete renovation) good life’ and is a haven for wildlife. As well also included as the main home, there is a holiday cottage in the grounds, which is in need of complete Superb gardens and grounds, plus outbuildings renovation, and would provide an income to the new owner. Accommodation of over 2,000 sq ft Impressive reception hall Approached over a long driveway, you come to the circular parking and turning circle and Sitting/dining room with woodburning stove enter the property into the reception hall which is a charming ‘snug’ area. There is a Kitchen/breakfast room with oil fired Aga, plus downstairs cloakroom off the hall and French utility room doors out on to the terrace. Downstairs cloakroom Through to the large sitting/dining room, with 4 bedrooms, 1 with ensuite the sitting end having a woodburning stove and the dining end being of a generous size. Family bathroom The farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room has an Ample parking oil fired Aga and a good range of units. The utility room is off the kitchen and houses the No onward chain oil fired central heating boiler. ‘Outstanding’ Churchill School catchment area Stairs off the hall lead up to the first floor Potential to purchase the adjoining east wing of the landing, off which there are 4 bedrooms. Two property, with its grounds of the bedrooms can be inter-connected, but also have independent access off the landing. Further land adjoining (approx. 6 acres) may also The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom be available to purchase and there is also a family bathroom plus a separate shower cubicle. The gardens and grounds are a true delight with a sun terrace overlooking a substantial lake (part-owned with the adjoining property) making a beautiful spot to enjoy the gardens and with a picturesque bridge over to the island . There is gravelled parking to the front and as you approach the main house a pathway to the right leads you to the stone holiday cottage which subject to the relevant permissions could become an annexe, if required, or used to generate an income. Continue along the grassy path there is a smaller lake on your left and various outbuildings, potting sheds and greenhouses (in need of some renovation). The grassy path continues through the grounds with an orchard area, and ‘secret’ herb garden. Ther e are extensive lawns and an abundance of stunning mature trees, shrubs, perennial plants and roses . Returning towards the house over a small wooden bridge, close to the house there is an oak framed open barn and other sheds/woodstores. Puxton is a small hamlet a stones throw away from the village of Sandford. Sandford has access to the ‘Strawberry Line’, a primary school, shop, popular Thatchers Railway Inn public house and village hall. The nearby village of Winscombe provides a more comprehensive range of amenities, including banks, a good range of shops and public houses. For the commuter there is easy access to the A370, A38 and the M5 motorway giving access to Bristol and M4 London as well as a mainline railway station at Yatton. The property is in the catchment area for ‘Outstanding’ Churchill Academy and Sixth Form and private schooling is available at nearby Sidcot or Bristol. Important Notice: Whilst we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have not carried out any form of structural survey, nor tested the services or appliances. These particulars are for guidance only and do not form any part of an offer or contract and should not be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any regulations or other consent has been obtained. These matters must be verified by the intending purchase r. Floor plans, room sizes, areas and distances are intended to be approximate only, prospective purchasers are strongly advised to check measurements. If there are any important matters likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property DIRECTIONS – From the Robin King office in Congresbury turn left at the traffic lights onto the A370 towards Weston-Super-Mare. On entering the village of Hewish turn left just before the nursery/garden centre towards Puxton. In the hamlet bear left and proceed for approximately 1/3 rd of a mile where the property can be found on the right down a long track. SERVICES – Oil central heating, private drainage. LOCAL AUTHORITY – North Somerset District Council – Tel 01934 888144 – Band F £2,490.90 (2019/20) * Bandings for properties altered/extended since 1st April 1993 could be subject to review. 1 The Cross, Broad Street, Congresbury, North Somerset Tel: 01934 876226 Email: [email protected] Web Address: www.robin-king.com Also at Mayfair Office, Cashel House, 15 Thayer Street, LONDON W1U 3JT and National Homes Network, 67/69 George Street, LONDON, W1U 8LT .
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