Triscombe House Quantock Hills, Somerset

Triscombe House Quantock Hills, Somerset A majestic Grade II listed country house in an accessible location and magical parkland setting with far reaching views over the Blackdown Hills to the south and the Quantock Hills to the north. Biomass heating and solar PV systems have been installed that generate an income to cover running costs. The property also has a Lodge which can further enhance this income through rental.

Bishop’s Lydeard 4.4 miles, Taunton 9.4 miles (London Paddington 1 hour 40 minutes), Bristol Airport 40 miles, Exeter 40 miles (All mileages are approximate)

Exeter Country Department 19 Southernhay East 55 Baker Street Exeter, EX1 1QD London, W1U 8AN Tel: +44 1392 848824 Tel: +44 20 7861 1717 [email protected] [email protected] knightfrank.co.uk Situation Triscombe House is situated in an enviable position that combines beautiful far reaching views over the surrounding countryside with accessibility to and from nearby transport links and amenities. The Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) provides an inspiring backdrop, and the house sits in the centre of its own land. The hamlet of Triscombe comprises a small number of houses and a very well regarded and dog friendly pub called The Blue Ball, which re opened in 2019. The nearby village of Bishop’s Lydeard is about 4.4 miles away and has a shop, post office and butcher. Taunton, the county town of Somerset, is less than 10 miles away and offers an excellent selection of shopping and recreational facilities. There are some outstanding schools in the area, including King’s Hall Preparatory School, King’s College Taunton, Taunton School, Queen’s Taunton and Wellington School. Slightly further afield but still within easy reach are Blundell’s in Tiverton and Millfield at Street. The Quantock Hills AONB provides a plethora of opportunities for outdoor recreational activities including walking, riding, shooting and fishing. There are also a number of golf courses nearby. The M5 motorway (junction 25) is about 10 miles away and gives access to Bristol and the M4 to the north and Exeter, the A30 and A38 to the south west. There is a mainline station at Taunton with regular direct service to London Paddington taking from 1 hour 40 minutes. Bristol International Airport is about 40 miles away. Triscombe House Triscombe House is Grade II listed and was originally built between 1902 and 1905 by Henry W Pollard & Sons of Bridgwater to a design by the architect Sir Ernest Newton. Worthy of mention by Pesvner, it is of rendered colour washed elevations under a new slate roof. In April 2002, an extensive fire devastated the house, leaving almost only the main walls standing. In 2003, a 4-year reconstruction and restoration project commenced, in conjunction with Conservation and Listed Buildings Officers and in partnership with local craftsmen and Henry W Pollard & Sons. The house has been fully and sympathetically restored to its former Edwardian glory and retains its original character. Importantly, the extensive restoration work has allowed for the inclusion of modern plumbing and electrical systems, as well as a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a dedicated home cinema, computer controlled heating and lighting and a lift. Recent additions include a biomass boiler and an extensive solar panel array, both of which contribute to make the house cost neutral for utilities. The attention to detail and quality of the restoration work is noticeable throughout the interior. First impressions are excellent, and all the principal rooms are of superb proportions with high ceilings and large windows ensuring an abundance of natural light. The layout of the house flows extremely well with two wide hallways leading from the reception hall to the principal reception rooms, kitchen and practical elements of the house. The drawing room is of particular note, an incredibly light room with a bay window to the south, oak floors and two fireplaces. The ceiling features decorative lattice plasterwork and the south westerly views extend over the formal gardens into the park and towards the Blackdown Hills. The oak-panelled library is adjacent to the drawing room and features custom-made oak panelling and bookshelves, with a hand-carved decorative cornice. It benefits from a large open fireplace with oak mantlepiece, featuring a wood burning stove. Also adjacent to the drawing room is the reception hall, which currently contains a full-size billiard table with period lights, a fireplace with stone surround and a further wood-burning stove. Off the front hall is the expansive dining room, an ideal entertaining space also featuring a decorative lattice plaster ceiling and oak floors, with separate access to the kitchen via the inner hall. Perhaps the most impressive feature of the ground floor is the magnificent winter garden conservatory, over 40 feet in length. This fills in the central courtyard between the two main wings and has a terracotta tiled floor and a five bay opening at one end with access to the garden. A door leads back into the main hall and a separate door leads into the kitchen wing. The kitchen features a restored herringbone parquet floor and is perfect for families, with space for a large kitchen table. It incorporates a four-oven oil fired AGA with separate electric companion module, next to which there is a large, temperature-controlled pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a corridor leading to a coat/boot room, a flower room and a store. The cinema is sound proofed with the aid of horsehair wall panels and incorporates a custom Meridian digital surround sound system, with the front speakers hidden from view. Behind the large projection screen is the data room, to which the house’s extensive data network is connected. From the cinema, a small lobby leads onto the lift and a cloakroom. The wine cellar is also accessed from this lobby; it incorporates the original slate shelving, repurposed to allow racking and bespoke shelving for over 2,000 bottles.

The quality of the finish and attention to detail continues The second floor is accessed by staircases towards the into the first floor, which is accessed via a beautifully crafted north and east of the house. The north staircase leads wide oak staircase with large handrail, turning through 180 onto the galleried landing, which opens onto three further degrees. This leads onto the galleried landing, from which bedrooms and a bathroom. It also provides access to the principal bedrooms are accessed. The master bedroom a large games room/playroom, from which the balcony suite is of particular note, benefitting from bright westerly running the length of the south and west elevations can be views over the gardens. The ensuite bathroom has been accessed. A further landing to the east of the games room/ finished to an exceptional standard, with a book-matched playroom gives onto an additional bedroom with en suite marble floor, cast iron free standing bath and separate bathroom and adjacent sitting room (ideal for a nanny or au shower. There are a further five bedrooms on this floor, two pair), with access to the lift and to a recording studio/office with ensuite bathrooms, together with a further bathroom with soundproof booth. and a large laundry and linen room. Reception Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area 1,546 sq m / 16,636 sq ft Bedroom This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. Bathroom Attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text of the Particulars Kitchen/Utility Storage Terrace Recreation

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The Lodge Situated at the entrance to the drive, the lodge comprises a kitchen, sitting room, utility plants and a magnolia tree. There is ample space for parking and opposite the lodge is a room, three bedrooms and a bathroom. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a mixture of small orchard. The Lodge is currently let on a short-term tenancy. Gardens, Grounds and outbuildings The property is accessed via a long sweeping drive that leads to a turning circle at the front of the house. A spur from the drive leads to a separate parking area to the east of the house, adjacent to a large outbuilding attached to the main house, with storage on the ground floor and a space which could be configured as a home office on the first floor. This area has previously had planning consent for construction of an outdoor swimming pool and garages with a staff flat above. To the south east of the main house and accessed via a spur off the main drive, is a courtyard comprising the gardener’s office and kitchen, WC and a secure store as well as a compost area and a back-up generator. Beyond this is a large modern barn containing the biomass boiler and two large bays with space for vehicle or garden machinery storage. Adjacent to the barn is a stable block with four boxes, a tack room, hay barn and further store. The extensive gardens and grounds at Triscombe House have been landscaped beautifully and complement the house perfectly. The house sits centrally within its parkland which extends to around 19 acres, with the main areas of garden lying to the south and west of the house. There is a large York stone terrace to the west, beyond which is a lawn area with gravel paths either side leading to a circular path bordered by park railings. Beyond this is the parkland. To the north of the house is a further area of garden, where the solar panels are situated. The winter garden is bordered by a wall of local stone and beyond this is open parkland. From here, the garden has spectacular views of the Quantock Hills, particularly Will’s Neck and Triscombe Hill. The impressive walled garden, which was added in the restoration, includes a number of beds for soft fruit and vegetables, a large greenhouse and cold frames, together with mature fruit trees.

Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2019. All rights reserved. Licence number 100021721. NOT TO SCALE. Local authority Taunton Deane Borough Council, Dene House, Belvedere Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1HE. 01823 356356 Council tax Band H Triscombe House Services Biomass boiler Solar PV Back-up oil boiler Back-up generator Mains and private water supplies Private drainage Viewing Viewing is strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents Knight Frank LLP. Directions From the M5 junction 25, the A303 and Taunton, proceed westbound on the A358 towards Minehead. Proceed directly along this road, keeping the Quantock Hills on your right hand side. About 7 miles from Taunton, turn right clearly signed Triscombe. Proceed along this lane for about ¼ mile where you will see the white gate and lodge for Triscombe House on your right hand side. As you approach the gate it will open automatically.

Note: “This plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationary office. This plan is for convenience of purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence Number. No. 100021721.” Connecting people & property, perfectly.

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