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Higher Road, Woolavington

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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Key features

  • Stylish barn conversion (3 bed +1 bed) in a private, village setting - No onward chain
  • Impressive open-plan living area, full-height glazing, exposed beams, stone floors & central fireplace
  • High-quality kitchen with central oak island & a breakfast bar, Belfast sink, 4-oven Aga, LPG hob, electric oven & a dishwasher
  • Utility room, cloakroom, storage areas, underfloor heating (LPG) on ground floor
  • 3 spacious beds -superb principal suite with dressing area & open-plan bathroom. Separate family Bathroom
  • The Cockpit Cottage – unique 12th-century, Grade II listed, self-contained 1 bed annexe
  • Mature yet easily managed gardens with terraces, courtyard & lawned areas
  • Oak-framed carport, ample driveway parking & outside storage
  • Lovely village with shop, pub, primary school, doctor’s surgery & friendly community
  • Located just 2.3 miles to the M5 (J23), 5 miles to Bridgwater, 16 miles to Taunton (mainline station)

Description

Property Description: Guide Price £700,000 - £750,000. Tucked well away from passing traffic in the heart of Woolavington, Old Cock Pit Barn offers something truly rare: a striking barn conversion of generous proportions alongside a beautifully restored Grade II listed Cockpit, now a self-contained cottage. Together they create a home of charm, versatility and history, perfect for those seeking space, character and a special setting.

The Main Barn
Stylishly and sympathetically converted in the late 2000s, the barn is filled with natural light and showcases fine craftsmanship throughout. The impressive, double-height main living space features exposed oak beams, stone floors with underfloor heating, a central fireplace and floor-to-ceiling glazing that frames the garden.

Open plan with the living area, the kitchen is superbly appointed with a central oak island and breakfast bar, Belfast sink, 4-oven Aga, additional hob and oven, plus integrated appliances. Throughout the ground floor there is the comfort of underfloor heating (LPG) and for practicality there is a separate utility room, cloakroom and storage areas.

Upstairs, the vaulted ceilings and exposed timbers continue. The principal bedroom includes a dressing area and stylish open-plan bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC. Two further bedrooms benefit from fitted wardrobes and the family bathroom has been recently renovated to an excellent standard.

The Cockpit
A rare survivor from the 12th century, this remarkable Grade II, circular building was once used for cock-fighting and has been beautifully restored. With its domed ceiling, thatched roof, buttresses and vine-clad walls, it is full of charm and history. Now a delightful self-contained cottage, it includes an open-plan living space with Aga, kitchenette and stone floor, a shower room, and a first-floor bedroom reached by an internal or external staircase. Ideal for guests, independent family living or as an income opportunity.

Outside: Approached via a private tree-lined drive, Old Cock Pit Barn enjoys excellent privacy. There is ample parking, a handsome oak-framed carport, lawned gardens, terraces, a lean to gazebo and a sheltered courtyard. The Cockpit also benefits from its own secluded garden terrace. The grounds are easily maintained yet offer plenty of scope for outdoor enjoyment.

Location: Woolavington is a historic village on the Polden Hills, mentioned in the Domesday Book. Situated in the original part of the village with its friendly community Woolavington has an excellent surgery, a separate pharmacy, a good sized convenience store with post office counter, a primary school, an active village hall, two children’s play parks as well as a hairdressers and beauty salon all within walking distance. Located just two miles from Junction 23 of the M5 on the west side of the Polden Hills Woolavington is well positioned for easy travel to Bristol, Taunton and Exeter. A high speed train service operates from Highbridge & Burnham to the north and south as well as London Paddington. Bristol Airport is approx 22 miles.

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Council Tax: Band F (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to

Local Authority: Somerset Council -

Services: LPG Gas, mains water, drainage and electricity

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Additional Property Notes: This property is built of traditional construction. There is driveway parking and a carport. The barn is not Listed. The Old Cockpit Cottage is Grade II listed. LPG gas central heating. 1 Tree preservation order. Private shared driveway. No Onward Chain.
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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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