Property description

Formerly the Dower House to Wraxall House, this charming unspoilt Georgian farmhouse retains charm and character with private enclosed south facing walled gardens, benefitting from stunning panoramic views, rustic courtyard, studio/workshop/games room and covered tandem parking. Attached to the property is a converted stable with living area, shower room and first floor bedroom.

DESCRIPTION Formerly the Dower House to Wraxall House, this charming unspoilt Georgian farmhouse retains charm and character with private enclosed south facing walled gardens, benefitting from stunning panoramic views, rustic courtyard to the rear with glazed studio/workshop/games room and covered tandem parking. Attached to the property is a converted stable with living area, shower room and first floor bedroom. Sash windows to the front, beams, period doors, boarded and flagstone floors, open fires and feature fireplace in all bedrooms contribute to this inviting village house.
Briefly the accommodation comprises: Reception Hall with turning stairs to first floor and doors off to the two front reception rooms : the drawing/dining room has a Dulcote stone fireplace and mantle; the sitting room with inglenook fireplace and flagstone hearth and inset woodburner. Beyond the hall is the kitchen/breakfast room with flagstone floor, fireplace (presently blocked off) panelling to dado height, oil fired Aga cooker and units (the various freestanding furniture is not included), outer door to courtyard: either side is a cloakroom and utility/bootroom. The first floor is extremely elegant with split landing - to the right, two spacious bedrooms, being having wardrobe cupboards and cast iron fireplaces; from the second bedroom, steps down to 'Jack and Jill' shower room, communicating through to bedroom three and rear landing comprising bathroom and end dual aspect bedroom with door and steps ascending the large attic space, divided into two rooms (potentially two bedrooms/workplace/studio with exposed timber and beams.

A door from the ground floor utility/bootroom leads into the converted stable comprising shower room, living area and pine staircase to the first floor bedroom with exposed beams and rafters.

OUTSIDE Right of way over Wraxall Vineyard driveway to own drive and covered tandem parking with gothic doorway opening to delightful south facing walled garden with flagstone pathway to the front door. Stone entrance porch with honeysuckle flowing through. The mature garden is mainly laid to lawn with various mature trees, lilacs, fuschia and peony trees, shrubs, borders and seating areas. From the drive there is a gate leading to the rear with delightful good sized rustic courtyard and glass fronted studio, also accessible from the kitchen.

LOCATION Wraxall lies to the west of the favoured village of Ditcheat with popular Primary School and Manor House Inn; 3 miles to Castle Cary with its independent shops and Intercity train service to London/Paddington; 6 miles to Bruton, recently described as 'hip Bruton' by The Times, the town's success rests largely on its reputation as a centre of educational excellence. There are three 'Outstanding' secondary schools, two of which are independent; the award-winning At The Chapel, a converted Methodist chapel that houses a restaurant, bar and artisan bakery. In addition, Hauser and Wirth - The Roth Bar & Grill combining gastronomy with contemporary art. Bath and Bristol are approximately one hour away.

DIRECTIONS From Castle Cary proceed on the A371 towards Shepton Mallet; take the turning left just past Moff Motors; through Alhampton and Ditcheat. Before reaching the A37, Wraxall Lodge will be found on the right hand side at the turning into Wraxall Vineyard.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet - 0300 303 8588

SERVICES Mains water, electricity and private drainage.

HEATING Oil fired central heating

COUNCIL TAX BAND 'F'

EPC RATING 'F'

TENURE Freehold

VIEWING Strictly through Cooper & Tanner on 01963 350327

Property Features :

• Georgian farmhouse
• Charm and character retained
• Converted Stable: living area, bedroom, shower room
• 2 front reception rooms
• Kitchen/breakfast room