Luccombe, Minehead

An individual detached four bedroom country property enjoying spectacular views with gardens, outbuildings, land and very close to extensive moorland riding and walking.

Situation - Three Gates occupies the most wonderful setting on the edge of Luccombe within Exmoor National Park. Luccombe is a delightful village with many period properties and a 14th century church. Almost all of the properties are National Trust owned which gives the unique charm of heritage architecture set against the stunning background of Exmoor.

The surrounding countryside offers endless opportunities for walking and riding from the village to the moor, Horner and the river. The picturesque village of Porlock is just 3 miles away and Minehead only 4 miles, with its comprehensive range of shops, schooling and entertainment facilities. Dunster, 6.5 miles away, is a beautiful medieval village set within Exmoor National Park boasting its own Castle and a Medieval Yarn Market. The County Town of Taunton is approximately 28 miles away and the Cathedral City of Exeter lies approximately 40 miles south of the property. Both provide good recreational and retail facilities as well as access to the M5, fast rail links and flights from Exeter Airport.

Description - This splendid detached residence is a spacious family home, which has been improved in recent years and now provides very spacious comfortable accommodation. It occupies a fine position, enjoying superb countryside and moorland views. The excellent location, together with the outbuildings and paddocks, allow for wonderful open riding, making the property ideal for equestrian pursuits or for those looking for a slice of the good life. As most properties in this area are owned by the National Trust, it is a rare opportunity to find a home in this delightful setting.

Accomadation - The Front door gives access into a hallway with double glazed doors to the superb open plan triple aspect sitting/dining room. It enjoys lovely views, with a feature central wood burning stove, fitted book cases and two sets of double glazed doors to the patio and garden. The double aspect kitchen/breakfast room is well fitted with a range of base and wall units, oil fired Aga, gas hob oven integral dishwasher and fridge, walk in larder, tiled flooring and stable door to the outside. An inner hallway gives access to the boiler room and utility with door to the outside. Leading off the main reception hall is a study fitted with a range of cupboards and desk and also a cloakroom.
Stairs lead to the landing which gives access to the four bedrooms and the family bathroom. The triple aspect master bedroom is a generous size with a balcony enjoying the views. Bedroom 2 is fitted with cupboards and again enjoys the wonderful views. There is a further double room and a single with an attached dressing room.

Outside - The property is approached off the quiet country lane through double electric wrought iron gates onto a paved parking and turning area. The large gardens are a real feature of the property, which are mainly laid to lawns, flower borders, shrubs, a patio with a sun awning, a barbecue area, a timber shed, and fruit trees. A pedestrian gate leads to a further area with fruit trees, a stable, a chicken house with run and a two bay open fronted barn. The land is divided into two paddocks with water and separate access on to the lane.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment with the agents please.

Services - Mains electricity and water. Private drainage by way of a septic tank. Purchasers to satisfy themselves with their own inspection. Oil fired central heating. Ofcom predicted broadband services – Standard: Download 4Mbps, Upload 1Mbps. Ofcom predicted mobile coverage for voice and data: Internal (None) Outdoor (Limited coverage) EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone.
Local authority – Somerset Council.

Directions - From Minehead proceed along the A39 towards Porlock and after two and a half miles take the left turn signposted Luccombe. Follow the road into the village of Luccombe, turn left and proceed through the village, keeping to the left as you pass the church. Leave the village towards Wootton Courtenay and the property will be found shortly on the right hand side.

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