THE PADDOCKS BROADWAYMMXXI ROAD | CHARLTON ADAM | SOMERSET “The English countryside is the most staggeringly beautiful place. I can’t spend as much time there as I like, but I like everything about it.” Guy Ritchie IN A BREATHTAKING RURAL LANDSCAPE The village of Charlton Adam Local facilities Set amidst beautiful rolling countryside, Charlton Though the village is superbly located in a Adam is a charming English village, in an area wonderful rural position, it is also conveniently known as The Charltons. close to the picturesque and historic local towns of The village of Charlton Adam offers a Post Office Somerton, Langport, Bruton and Sherborne; and Stores and a quintessential village pub The offering access to a superb range of dining, unique Fox & Hounds, alongside the Church of St. Peter & shopping and excellent schooling options. St. Paul set at the heart of the village. Neighboring Nearby Somerton, just c. 4.5 miles distant, is a Charton Mackerell provides a superb local Church beautiful rural town (known as the capital of of England Primary School (Ofsted rated ‘Good’). Wessex in the Middle Ages) offering a further and Boasting wonderful countryside the entire area is more extensive range of local facilities set around synonymous with horse riding and country pursuits. the historic Market Square. Boutique shops and Beautiful bridleways and quiet village roads offer supermarkets, a post office, doctors surgery, an idyllic setting for country walks, with pathways dentist, banks, deli’s, cafes and restaurants are all leading alongside the River Cary, with broad situated amongst the town’s many landmarks and far-reaching views and beautiful woodland trails. charming village properties. Stateside connections The Charltons is famed for being home to several of the ancestors of USA politicians including Presidents John Adams, John Quincy Adams, and Calvin Coolridge, as well as Samuel Adams who signed the Declaration of Independence. ON YOUR DOORSTEP Lytes Cary c.2.4 miles/6 minutes A303 c.3 miles/6 minutes Somerton c.4.5 miles/10 minutes Yeovil/Rail c.10 miles/15 minutes Montacute c.10 miles/15 minutes Bruton c.11 miles/20 minutes Sherborne c.13 miles/20 minutes Taunton/M5 c.29 miles/40 minutes Dorset Heritage Coast c.30 miles/50 minutes Dorchester c.30 miles/43 minutes Bristol Airport c.32 miles/50 minutes London c.125 miles/c.2 hours by rail Source. the AA.com and thetrainline.com Fine dining and exclusive shopping History and culture Nearby towns and local villages offer a superb Immerse yourself in the beautiful ancient market range of cool cafes, wonderful local pubs and fine town of Sherborne with its wonderful array of dining restaurants celebrating locally produced historic buildings including the Saxon Abbey and food and international cuisine set alongside it’s two castles, alongside boutique shops and wonderful art galleries and independent boutique wonderful café’s and restaurants. shops. Nearby Bruton has become “The coolest town in The hugely popular Clarks Village branded outlet the West Country” according to Conde Nast, and shopping centre is just c.7 miles away at Street, the “new Notting Hill” according to Countryfile. whilst Shepton Mallet is the home of luxury English Since Hauser & Wirth arrived at this charming brand Mulberry with its factory shop alongside the Somerset town, the area has been attracting a designer outlet centre of Kilver Court boasting plethora of art galleries, cool restaurants and both British and international brands. elegant boutique shops. EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOLING At a glance Charlton Mackrell C of E Primary School c.0.8 miles/3 minutes Millfield School c.6 miles/14 minutes Huish Episcopi Academy c.10 miles/17 minutes King’s Bruton/Bruton School for Girls c.11 miles/20 minutes Sexey’s School, Bruton c.12 miles/20 minutes Sherborne School/School for Girls c.13 miles/20 minutes Wells Cathedral School c.16 miles/28 minutes Lewiston School, Bruton c.16 miles/29 minutes Kings College, Taunton c.28 miles/38 minutes Taunton School c.30 miles/40 minutes Queens College, Taunton c.26 miles/50 minutes Source theaa.com. Drive times detailed above. The area offers a superb range of highly regarded Millfield includes its own pre-prep and preparatory local state schools and public schools of school and the entire campus covers some 240 international acclaim. acres. Deeply embedded within the local community Millfield offers a number of Academic, Local State Schools Art, Music and Sports Scholarships each year for The neighbouring village of Charlton Mackrell students who show promise in specific areas. hosts the local Church of England Pre-School and Primary School (Ofsted rated ‘Good’) dating from Nearby Bruton hosts a plethora of excellent circa 1830, with the local secondary school being schools including Sexey’s School, King’s Bruton Huish Episcopi Academy at Langport. The and Bruton School for Girls, whilst Sherborne Academy also has a Sixth Form for Further boasts Sherborne School, Sherborne School for Education. Girls and Leweston as outstanding Independent Schools. Scholastic Excellence Wells Cathedral School is another local and highly The internationally respected Millfield School (just regarded independent school; founded in 909 AD c.6 miles away) is a co-educational independent and set in the beautiful City of Wells it is a school famed for its sporting prowess across a multi-cultural, co-educational school specialising wide range of sports and has produced many in academia, sport, drama, music and successful international sports and olympic mathematics.The County Town of Taunton also athletes. Millfield has been represented at every offers a further range of excellent scholastic Olympic Games since 1956 and notable alumni facilities. include many International cricketers, International fashion model Sophie Dahl, singer Ruby Allen and British F1 driver Lando Norris. FURTHER AFIELD Well connected UNESCO World Heritage Site. The larger county towns of Taunton and Also nearby is the spectacular heritage South Dorchester and beautiful cities of Wells, Bristol, Dorset coastline: a UNESCO World Heritage Site Bath and Exeter are all also within easy reach covering some 95 miles of stunning coastline with offering a varied selection of leisure, international wonderful beaches. sports facilities, shopping and nightlife, whilst the It forms part of the 630 mile South West Coast A303, M5 motorway and mainline rail services at Path, taking in some notable locations such as Castle Cary, Wincanton and Yeovil and Taunton Lyme Regis, Chesil Beach, Studland and of course along with international airports at Bristol and Bournemouth and Poole; Poole with its magnificent Bournemouth give easy access to destinations harbour; one of the largest in the world and a further afield. destination location for all types of watersports. Sports and leisure Chose from horse racing at Wincanton, Bath or Taunton, international rugby at Bath, Exeter or the Principality Stadium in Cardiff or cricket at Somerset County Cricket Club in Taunton hosting national and international matches including World Cup games during the 2019 season. THE PROPERTIES The Paddocks is a select development of just eight exclusive country properties quietly tucked away in the heart of the picturesque village of Charlton Adam, in some of Somerset’s most stunning countryside, yet close to local facilities, excellent schooling, town, country and coast. Traditionally built incorporating local materials and character features typical of the area with local stone and render finish, stone lintels and exposed oak timbers these stunning architect designed properties also incorporate huge expanses of glazing allowing light to flood into their generously proportioned rooms; a true lifestyle choice offering exclusivity, versatile living space and a sophisticated finish. These sunning properties also offer a rare and unique opportunity to individualise your property to your own specific requirements*; from internal layout and design to fixtures and fittings, finish and features, all can be selected to ensure you achieve your perfect, truly bespoke, new home. Bespoke kitchens provide the perfect harmony of luxury and style combined with functionality and space. A range of exclusive kitchen choices are available to you, allowing you to create a truly unique workspace; working with local craftsmen to deliver a beautiful finish your ultimate kitchen will ensure it is the social hub of the house. Luxury bathrooms can also be chosen from an exclusive range of options, allowing you to enjoy the most indulgent and relaxing of spaces; elegant and sophisticated with contemporary fittings of your choice. Set within landscape designed gardens and grounds. Each property also benefits from additional garden/paddock land adjoining their private rear gardens. Further paddock land is available by separate negotiation. Each property is sold with the security of a 10 year builders warranty. *Subject to the stage of construction. Windsor Cottage, Chester Cottage & Epsom House Three delightfully charming and spacious three bedroom properties benefitting from a generous kitchen/dining room with bi-fold doors leading out onto the large private gardens and grounds. Stylish open plan living allows light to flood in. Each property sits in a plot size of c.0.18 - 0.38 acres. Windsor Cottage Chester Cottage Bath Bath es es Dining Room Bedroom 3 Dining Room Bedroom 3 Kitchen C Kitchen C W W Living Room Living Room Hall Master Hall Master Bedroom Bedroom 2 Bedroom 2 Bedroom WC W WC W Ground Floor Porch First Floor Porch Ground Floor First Floor Epsom House Windsor Cottage, 1 The Paddocks Chester Cottage, 2 The Paddocks Bath es Epsom House, 3 The Paddocks Dining Room Bedroom 3 Kitchen Ground Floor C Entrance Hall Kitchen/Dining Room 6.70m x 4.10m 22’ 0” x 13’ 5“ W Living Room 4.42m x 4.40m 14’ 6” x 14’ 5” Cloakroom First Floor Master Bedroom 5.55m x 3.00m 18’ 2” x 9’ 10“ En suite 2.20m x 1.70m 7’ 3” x 5’ 7” Living Room Hall Master Bedroom 2 3.92m x 3.30m 12’ 10” x 10’ 10“ Bedroom 2 Bedroom Bedroom 3 3.25m x 2.97m 10’ 8” x 9’ 9” Family Bathroom 2.00m x 1.60m 6’ 7” x 5’ 3” WC W ——————————————————————————— Gross internal floor area 108.10 sq.m.