A stunning country home in the Somerset countryside with ‘outstanding equestrian facilities’ has come onto the market - with a guide price of £2.5m. The Paddock - a detached five bedroom farmhouse situated off a quiet country lane in Lower Failand - is a country dream, set in 12 acres of beautifully kept gardens, grounds and paddocks.
The charming property, which dates back to the 18th century, effortlessly combines modern convenience with period charm. Every window enjoys a beautiful country view or outlook over the gardens and arena.
Inside, the property offers flexible accommodation with five reception rooms, five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property is packed with charming features including attractive flagstone and wooden flooring, diamond lead glass windows with painted timber frames, traditional thumb latch doors and feature fireplaces.
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The accommodation consists of a secluded study, cosy snug with log burner and stable door, family room, a large sitting room with inset fire and separate dining room – both with French doors opening out to the pretty rear gardens. Two cloakrooms service the two entrance halls, whilst a modern utility room sits neatly behind the kitchen.
The hub of the house is the luxurious kitchen, hand crafted with shaker style units, marble countertops and curved island providing a great breakfast bar. Bi-folding doors extend the living space on to a south west facing terrace and the vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams beautifully frames the room.
Upstairs are five generous bedrooms, with en-suite shower rooms to the principle and guest suite. An impeccably fitted family bathroom with separate bath and shower cubicle services the additional three bedrooms.
Outside are several outbuildings including a double garage with side hinged timber doors and a large workshop behind, an outside cloakroom and a potting shed to the rear garden. Equestrian facilities include six stables, tack room, a barn, field shelters, several paddocks, a horse walker and outside arena.
The gardens are simply stunning, enjoying privacy and views of the nearby fields and woodlands. A smartly paved terrace adjoining the house and accompanied by borders of pretty flowers offers several spots to relax or entertain, whilst a stunning 150 year old wisteria adorns the rear of the property.
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A willow, other mature trees and established shrubs surround two large lawned areas and a gate opens out to the fields and paddocks beyond. A spokesman for Fine and Country North Somerset which is marketing the property said: “ This luxurious period home offers a ‘best of both worlds’ location being surrounded by superb Somerset countryside, yet only four miles from the city.”
The current owners have completely transformed the property since purchasing it 26 years ago. “Though the house has undergone a complete transformation since we first bought it 26 years ago, even then it had a lovely welcoming feeling,” say the current owners of The Paddock, “which has only been enhanced by the years of happy memories we have made here.
"Dating back around 250 years, and only having been owned by four families during that time, the house did need a lot of love and care to bring it up to the standard it is today. So since moving in, we have built an extension, repositioned the kitchen, and moved interior walls to create a layout which is amenable to everyday family life and entertaining alike. The snug is perhaps our favourite room, being wonderfully cosy in winter with its woodburning stove, while the large sitting room and dining room are both ideal for family parties.”
“Outside, the house itself is surrounded by the 12 acres of land belonging to the property. “As well as being ideal for equestrian pursuits with its paddocks, stables and arena, the grounds include a sunny south facing rear garden,” say the owners. “From here, the house is at its most picturesque, with 150-yearold wisteria climbing up the walls.
"We share the garden and grounds with countless species of birds and wildlife, enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside.” To find out more and book a viewing call 01275 859000.
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