Lobbs Lane, Barrington, Ilminster, TA19

Barrington Heights is situated at the end of a private no-through lane; tucked away in an elevated position and surrounded by its own land and woodland. Whilst being completely private you are not isolated: as the property is only a short walk away from the heart of Barrington. Security is provided by double entrance gates and intercom entry system.

The current owners have created something rather special with the substantial main house, approx. 3 acres of land split into pony paddocks, stables, shepherds hut, American RV annexe with woodburning hot tub, a further Spa Jet hot tub situated on the rear terrace of the main house, Scandinavian BBQ Lodge, multi-purpose pods, double garaging and assorted outbuildings. The RV and the Shepherds hut lend themselves to a variety of uses or accommodation for visiting family and friends. In addition, at the start of the property there is an area of approx 0.25 acre with grass, hardstanding, small fenced pond and useful field shelter with store. This has its own entrance but is connected via a small gate to the main grounds. With corrrect permissions this area could be utilised in a variety of ways.

Accommodation:

Entrance porch leads into the entrance hall which is beautifully light and airy because of the solar spot lighting system which allows natural light to flood in.

Sitting Room: 23'8 x 12'8 - A lovely reception room with the focal point being the fireplace which houses the woodburning stove and oak mantlepiece and marble hearth. Double sliding doors open out onto the rear terrace and doors open onto the front terrace. At the rear of the Sitting room is a Guardian Warm Roof Sun room (12'5 x 11'4).

Dining Room: 12'8 x 11'5 - An open archway from the Sitting room leads though into the Dining room where this is plenty of space for a large table and chairs or can be used as an extension of your sitting room, there is also the scope to extend the kitchen into this space if required.

Kitchen/Breakfast room: 14'8 x 12'8 - A well equipped kitchen with a good range of wall and base units, fitted with marble countertops, ceramic inset sink, halogen hob with extractor over, Hotpoint oven and grill (1 year old), Beko dishwasher (brand new), LEG larder fridge/freezer, tv point, radiator.

Utility Room: A useful room for boots, shoes, wellies and wet dogs! Plumbing for washing machine. Sink with cupboard under and the Grant oil-fired boiler is housed here. A door leads though into a substantial conservatory which runs along the rear of the property (20'2 x 8'8). This has plumbing for a second washing machine, electricity and heating and has a solar controlled celcius blue glazed roof.

Master bedroom: 12'11 x 12'9 - Window to the front, tv aerial point, radiator - ensuite shower room with cubicle shower, W/C, wash hand basin with storage under, LED lighting, heated towel rail.

Bedroom two: 16'0 x 10'7 - Doors lead out onto the rear garden, tv aerial point, radiator.

Bedroom three: 9'9 x 9'4 - Window to the side, radiator.

Bedroom four: 12'9 x 9'9 - Stable door leading out onto the front terrace, radiator, internet port and master phone socket.

Family bathroom: Bath with shower over, wash hand basin vanity unit, wall mounted cabinet, two heated towel rails, W/C and window to the rear.

Cloakroom: W/C, wash hand basin.

Outside:

American Jayco RV Annexe: A beautiful and fully equipped living space with mood lighting, dining area with leather seating and a separate sitting room area with TV and built-in music system. There is a double bed in the sleeping area and shower room. The kitchen is fitted with fridge/freezer, gas hob and oven and eye level microwave oven. It feels very luxurious and comfortable and is fully winterised. Outside there is a private gated garden with a gravelled seating terrace. It even has its own woodburning hot tub, the perfect spot to sit and watch the sun go down or the night skies. The RV can be relocated to another area of the property if required.

Shepherd's Hut: Fully equipped with bed, wash hand basin/stand and tea and coffee making facilities, tv and has its own outside seating area. Fitted with an electric hook up and can be moved/relocated.

Scandinavian BBQ Lodge: 11’ diameter - A beautifully crafted octagonal BBQ Lodge with internal bench seating around. There are three pull out beds in the Lodge. Internally it is has electric lighting, and a TV and aerial, externally there is a spotlight for lighting.

The land is split between paddocks and bordered by woodland. The paddocks are on a gentle slope with is perfect for ponies and horses as it encourages self-exercise and is good for keep muscle tone, there is an area of hand standing which is fenced with Monarch Equestrian panels and a stable (12’ x 10’) which has lighting inside and out. There are paths leading from the paddocks; perfect for bringing horses or livestock in and protecting the fields from getting "poached". There are two large wooden storage sheds adjacent.

Next to the garage are three large "Pods" 8’10 x 7’5 - they could be used as home offices/storage/pet grooming or many other uses, they are substantial and made from recycled plastic milk bottles - useful and sustainable!

Barrington is one of South Somerset’s most attractive conservation villages and boasts an enviable position with easy access to excellent road links via the A303 and A358 and yet does not lie on a main road itself. The renowned National Trust property Barrington Court lies at one end of the village and is much more than somewhere to visit. There is a range of artisan workshops, second hand bookstore, café/restaurant, gift shop and lots of lovely open spaces to enjoy. There is a super network of public footpaths criss-crossing the estate and village, excellent for dog-walking. The Barrington Boar is a very well-respected pub with rooms and excellent food and is just a short walk from the property. There is a thriving community spirit at Barrington with lots of things to get involved with should you wish. The village hall is very much a hub for activities and events, which include Community Coffee mornings, a Local Produce Market, Gardening club, local Choral society, and amateur dramatics group.

Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the tranquillity and scope of this property and land.

Property information:

Tenure: Freehold with granted permission for equestrian use if required.
EPC: D
Council Tax Band: F
Flood Risk: Very low
Services: all mains services are connected, oil-fired central heating, solar panels with a feed-in tariff.