West Lyng, Taunton, TA3

A striking detached Grade II Listed farmhouse in need of renovation, together with an impressive range of modern and traditional farm buildings complemented by 3.37 acres of mature orchards.

The Farmhouse is believed to date back to 1810 and is constructed of red brick elevations under a pitched tiled roof. The accommodation enjoys generous room sizes, tall ceiling heights and boasts a wealth of character features. In brief the accommodation comprises an entrance porch which leads to a dining hall with open fireplace with minster stone surround. A door off leads to a dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room with doors out to a veranda, complete with a range of fitted base units with rolled top work surfaces over. A fabulous dual aspect drawing room with inglenook fireplace lies at the other end of the house and to the rear is a rear hall with W.C., together with a large dairy and butlers kitchen. A passage with flagstone flooring gives access to a courtyard and to the scullery with wash house to the rear and a storeroom over. Stairs off the dining room lead to the first floor where there are three generous double bedrooms and two further bedrooms serviced by two family bathrooms. A second flight of stairs gives access to the attic rooms which are currently used for storage but could provide extra sleeping accommodation (STP). The cellars below provide storage and are accessed under the main staircase. The house is ripe for renovation and has the potential to create a superb family home.

THE GARDENS
The gardens to the front are predominantly lawned with well established borders containing a number of mature shrubs, trees and bushes with a magnificent sycamore tree. Attractive brick walling separates the side gardens which are a good size but have been left to natures way of late.

THE OUTBUILDINGS
The outbuildings associated with this lot comprise a substantial brick built stable block comprising a number of traditional boxes on the ground floor plus tack room and pressing room on the end. On the first floor is currently one large open space. This building could suit a number of alternative uses, such as an annexe, games room, holiday let, garage or other, subject to the necessary consents.

THE LAND
The land associated with this lot lies to the north and currently contains a number of mature fruit trees and from here fantastic views can be enjoyed of the Somerset Levels and Quantock Hills in the distance. In all this lot extends to approximately 3.37 acres, as shown shaded purple on the attached plan.

TENURE AND TENANCIES
The land is of freehold tenure with vacant possession available upon completion.

SPORTING RIGHTS
In hand and run with the freehold.

SERVICES
Lyng Court
Mains water and electric, private drainage to a septic tank. Heating by electric storage heaters and log burner.

RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES, ETC.
The land, as far as required by the Vendor, will be conveyed, subject to all public or private rights of way, easements, and wayleaves of telegraph and telephone poles, stays and wires, electric pylons, poles and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

SAFETY
All persons wishing to view the property do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the Vendors or their Agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are visiting the property. A working farm is a potentially hazardous environment and for prospective purchasers own personal safety, please be vigilant when viewing the farm, particularly around the farmyard and in fields containing stock.

N.B. Please note that owing to the nature of construction of the farmhouse and outbuildings we are not permitting children under the age of 14 to attend viewings. The vendor or their agents take no liability for any injury caused within reason whilst on the property. All potential purchasers are asked to observe the country code and close all gates.

OUTGOINGS
Lyng Court Somerset Council Tax Band G
Bethlyne Somerset Council Tax Band B

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Somerset County Council, County Hall, The Crescent, Taunton TA1 4DY. Tel: .

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING
The farmhouse and Tythe Barn are Grade II Listed. The traditional barns adjoining although are not listed lie within the curtilage of a listed building.

The property lies in the hamlet of West Lyng some 7 miles east of the county town of Taunton and is approached from the main Taunton to Glastonbury Road. Local facilities are available at North Curry about 1 and a half miles away which include the modern health centre, post office/stores, primary schooling and popular pub whilst Taunton is readily accessible buy car in to which a fairly regular bus service also operates. Taunton affords a wide range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities including three noted public schools, fast rail link to London Paddington and M5 interchange (junction 25). Both Exeter and Bristol are within striking distance both hosting international airports.