Southay, East Lambrook, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13

Higher Southay Farm is a truly exceptional Grade II listed Hamstone property, with origins dating back to 1590. Its handsome front façade, elegantly adorned with climbing roses, sets the tone for the character and charm found throughout. Over the centuries, it has been sympathetically modified to preserve its immense historical charm and architectural integrity, while offering generous accommodation, which is now fit for the demands of modern day living.

Light-filled throughout, many of the rooms enjoy dual aspects with far reaching views across to Burrow Hill. A particular highlight of the home is the kitchen/breakfast room, offering ample space for informal dining. An adjoining sitting area is perfect for relaxed family gatherings or keeping the cook company.

The impressive dining room with its large fireplace and original bread oven, is one of many standout rooms that add to the property's unique appeal. The drawing room, with its traditional window seat, exposed beams and open fire with attractive stone surround, offers an inviting space for entertaining guests or for quiet evenings in. A cloakroom and a spacious utility room complete the ground floor.

Upstairs, the first floor offers five generously sized, dual-aspect bedrooms, some showcasing original features and exposed beams. One of the twin bedrooms enjoys beautiful views across the orchards to Burrow Hill and benefits from its own en-suite bathroom. Two additional well-appointed bathrooms serve the remaining rooms.

OUTSIDE AND OUTBUILDINGS
The house is approached via a private driveway flanked by lawns and trees, with ample parking available at the rear. The surrounding gardens are a true delight, mostly laid to lawn with mature trees, flowering shrubs, spring bulbs, a charming rose garden that brings colour and interest throughout the seasons. A delightful vegetable garden and a sheltered terrace offer excellent space for al fresco dining and outdoor entertainment. The property also benefits from a selection of outbuildings, including a characterful shed located at the top of the field, offering potential for conversion to stabling and a large garage/barn. This is a particularly impressive space with great potential for conversion into additional accommodation, a studio, or an entertaining area, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

Set within its own land and offering peace, privacy, and space to grow, Higher Southay Farm is a rare opportunity, ideal for a family or those seeking a quiet lifestyle without sacrificing proximity to local amenities, including a village pub. The total land holding extends to approximately 2.27 acres. Additionally, a separate 3.26 acre paddock is located further up the lane and available by separate negotiation.

LOCATION
A handful of villages surrounding South Petherton are well known for their beauty and the pretty hamlet of Southay near East Lambrook is no exception. East Lambrook has a public house, parish church and the well renowned East Lambrook Manor Gardens which are English Heritage Grade 1 listed gardens. The village is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is made up of largely period houses built of the local honey coloured hamstone and the evocative apple orchards, prevalent in this part of Somerset, have been producing famous cider for centuries. The delightful village of South Petherton has a variety of traditional shops as does nearby Martock, whilst the larger centres of Yeovil, Sherborne and Taunton are within easy reach with the excellent communication links with the A303 (predominantly dual carriageway to the M3 and London) and M5 close at hand. Train links are from Taunton or Castle Cary to London Paddington or Yeovil to London Waterloo.

EDUCATION
There are a number of highly regarded schools for children of all ages in the area, including the South Petherton Church of England infants and pre-school, a Montessori pre-school at Over Stratton, Kingsbury Episcopi Primary and South Petherton. Both prep and secondary independent schools at Millfield, Sherborne, Bruton and Taunton.

SPORTING & RECREATION
The area is well provided for with bridleways, quiet lanes and footpaths. Fishing and sailing (by permit) at Sutton Bingham Reservoir near Yeovil and the Jurassic coast is just over 20 miles away. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury and Taunton. Numerous golf courses including Long Sutton, Wheathill and Yeovil. Theatres in Bath, Yeovil, Bristol and Salisbury. The Newt Country Estate and Bruton are also just an easy drive.