Higher Street, Norton Sub Hamdon, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset, TA14

A most attractive detached former farmhouse with a superb range of traditional barns. Highly sought after village, no onward chain.

Knapp Farmhouse comes to the market for the first time in over 40 years, providing purchasers with a fantastic opportunity to acquire a significant period home in this highly sought after village. Listed Grade II for its architectural importance, the property is now in need of updating but, again, provides an opportunity for a buyer to create a wonderful home to their own tastes and standards.

The accommodation is arranged over ground and first floors with excellent room sizes throughout and very much a light and airy feel overall given the generous ceiling height, especially on the ground floor, and large window casements.
The ground floor comprises two delightful reception rooms either side of a central hallway, whilst to the rear is a farmhouse-style kitchen/breakfast room that features an AGA. Further on the ground floor is a W.C., utility room and a study. Attached and accessed from outside is a store room.

The first floor comprises 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one of which is en suite to the largest bedroom.

Of particular appeal to buyers will be the huge barn to the rear, split into 3 sections, with there being undoubted conversion possibilities (subject to the necessary consents) as well as hobby/lifestyle usage, e.g. garaging, classic car restoration or simply for storage purposes.
Knapp Farmhouse is offered for sale with no ongoing chain and viewing is highly recommended.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

We understand that all mains services are connected to the property, including gas.

Council Tax: Somerset Council—Band F.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Broadband: Gigaclear Hyperfast full fiibre broadband is available—average upload/download speed 900 Mbps (Gigaclear).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, Three and Vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

Flooding: The property is in an area at a very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

This highly sought after village boasts a community owned shop/post office, a popular public house, village hall, church and primary school. The village is also close to Ham Hill Country Park where fine views and country walks can be enjoyed.

The centre of Norton is well known for its architectural appeal with many period homes built of local mellow Hamstone. Of further appeal is the village’s proximity to the A303, for quick access east and west, whilst the former market towns of Yeovil and Crewkerne are fairly equidistant, with both towns enjoying mainline railway stations and a Waitrose supermarket in Crewkerne.

In addition to the local primary school there is state secondary schooling at both East Stoke and Crewkerne, whilst the area also boasts an enviable range of private schools, namely Perrott Hill, Hazlegrove, Sherborne and Leweston.

There is ample off road parking and turning space directly to the side of the property and in front of the barn. Attached to the side of the house is a substantial store and again there may well be conversion opportunities if desired (subject to consent).

The barn is of traditional stone construction and provides many opportunities. A ramp leads to the main barn area which has large stone flagstones with space to park several cars. Two of the sections have internal staircases to mezzanine-style first floor areas. Attached to the barn are a most useful workshop, separate store and a shed.

The gardens are situated on the south and western side of the house, therefore enjoying a sunny aspect. The garden is lawned and contains a greenhouse together with a former vegetable growing area. The garden is well enclosed and therefore considered to offer a safe environment for children and pets.