Manor Farm, Clapton, Somerset BA3 4EB

£535,000

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• 17th Century farmhouse

• Idyllic location on the Mendip Hills

• Four bedrooms

• Bathroom, separate shower room

• Large sitting/dining room

• Open plan kitchen/family room

• Kitchen and utility room

• Self-contained studio annexe

• Enclosed gardens and parking

• Numerous adjoining outbuildings

Description

Located in a delightful hamlet on the Mendip Hills, is

this attractive former farmhouse, which dates back to the

17th Century. Set in the heart of Clapton, Manor Farm

is surrounded by open countryside, yet is easily

accessible and conveniently located for the wide range of

amenities in the surrounding towns. The property is very

well-proportioned and retains many original period features,

including exposed beams and stonework, Cornish slate

tiled flooring and a fabulous Inglenook fireplace. Set in its

own grounds and neighbouring the working dairy farm,

Manor Farm offers flexible living accommodation and

enormous potential to develop the range of stone

outbuildings (subject to planning permission). The

accommodation is set over two floors and comprises:

Viewing

Strictly through Cooper & Tanner on

01749 372 200

The Accommodation

On entering the property, the entrance hall gives access to

a spacious study, which has oak flooring, exposed

stonework on one wall and two large recessed cupboards.

This room could easily be used as an additional reception

room or bedroom, if required. The entrance hall also leads

into the main sitting/ dining room, a spacious living area

with the most wonderful Inglenook fireplace and wood

burner. At the rear of the property, leading off the sitting

room is a large open plan family / breakfast room. A superb

space for entertaining (ample room for a good size table

and chairs), this room incorporates a range of fitted wall

and base units and another oak beamed Inglenook

fireplace with an inset oil-fired Aga. Part of the room is also

used as a separate 'snug' seating area. An opening leads

into a compact but practical kitchen, with Belfast sink unit

and integrated fridge, freezer and cooker. There is also a

good size utility room, housing the floor-standing boiler for

the oil central heating and providing plenty of space for a

large chest freezer and laundry area. In addition to the

extensive ground floor living space and accessed from a

small hallway off of the family room is a delightful studio

annexe with its own shower room. An interesting part of the

property, which could be used as part of the main house, or

easily separated as a self-containing annexe/holiday

accommodation. With external access to the side of the

property and via patio doors into the garden, the studio

annexe offers great potential and would be ideal for a

dependent relative or for older children seeking their own

living space. The room includes a modern fitted kitchenette

with sink unit, attractive open chimney breast and a

pleasant outlook across the garden.

On the first floor, there are three double bedrooms, all with

flagstone window sills and an outlook across open

countryside. The Master bedroom has a feature fireplace

and two recessed wardrobes. The family bathroom has an

interesting curved wall and is fitted with a free standing

Victorian style claw foot bath, toilet, basin and separate

shower cubicle.

Outside

To the front, Manor Farm has a stone walled garden laid to

lawn with mature borders and central path to the property.

The property has a right of access over the farm track to the

side of the property, which leads to an area of off road

parking and the largest of the stone outbuildings, which

could easily be used as a garage (with vehicular access).

The south facing rear garden is enclosed to all sides by

stone walling and enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the

day. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a patio

seating area and includes a mixture of mature shrubs, fruit

trees and perennial plants, plus a greenhouse which will

remain. Beyond the garden is the working farm, although

the high wall to the rear provides suitable privacy.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: These particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, warranties and other details are

given without responsibility and any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them.

Area and Sales Plans

The area and the sale plan have been calculated and produced using Promap mapping software (Ordnance Survey Licensed) and referenced where possible to the HMLR Title plan, however they may not correspond with other mapping services. The boundaries are clearly marked on site and potential purchasers should

inspect them and make such enquiries as they deem necessary.

Outbuildings

Located behind the property are a selection of stone outbuildings,

which provide a considerable amount of potential for development

(subject to planning permission). Attached to the side of the property is

the previously mentioned two storey barn with overhead storage, which

could be developed as a garage or ancillary accommodation (subject

to planning permission). There is also a stone tool shed with adjoining

wood and coal store, plus a former 'Grooms Cottage' in need of

restoration.

Location

The pretty hamlet of Clapton, on the Mendip Hills, is conveniently

situated just a short drive from the historic market towns of Midsomer

Norton and Shepton Mallet. Clapton enjoys an idyllic rural setting and

is surrounded by beautiful open countryside. The neighbouring village,

Chilcompton, has various local amenities including a primary school,

Co-Op supermarket, Post Office, church, village hall, two pubs, petrol

station and doctor's surgery. The picturesque City of Wells, England's

smallest city, is just 10 miles away. Wells has an extensive range of

amenities and local facilities, pubs, restaurants and banks plus a twice-

weekly farmers market. Clapton is also close to a variety of excellent

schools, both State and Independent, including St Vigor & St John

Primary (Chilcompton), Chewton Mendip Primary, Wells Blue School,

Norton Hill, Wells Cathedral School, Downside School, All Hallow Prep

and Millfield.

Services

Private drainage (septic tank), water, electricity and BT are all

connected. Gas fired central heating. Oil fired Aga.

Local Authorities

Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet,

Somerset BA4 5BT

Tel: 01749 648999

Tenure Council Tax Band EPC Rating

Freehold. Band F. Rating E.

Directions

From Shepton Mallet, proceed north on the A37, passing through the

village of Gurney Slade. Turn right onto the B3139 (Old Down)

signposted Chilcompton. After a short distance, take the first left into

Thickthorn Lane and follow for approximately 1.4 miles. Turn right into

Zion Hill (signposted Clapton) and continue into the village. Manor

Farm can be found just beyond The Crown Inn on the right hand

side.

CH Ref: 12953 January 2016.

32 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 5ASTel: 01749 372 200 E: sheptonmallet@cooperandtanner.co.uk