High Street, Axbridge, BS26 2AF

Dating back to 1794, this former coach house offers a rare chance to own a characterful period home within the heart of a lively and welcoming community. Having been a cherished family residence for over three decades, it has been thoughtfully renovated to combine the charm of its original features with the comfort and style of modern living. Despite its façade suggesting otherwise, the property is detached and, importantly, is not listed, giving greater flexibility for future owners. The generous layout includes three reception rooms and a spacious kitchen/breakfast area, providing plenty of options for family life, entertaining, or working from home.

On entering through the front door, you are welcomed into a tiled hallway that leads to a central inner hall, with all three reception rooms opening from it. The sitting room at the front of the property is full of character, with historic alcoves, picture rails, and a wood-burning stove set beneath a large window that fills the space with natural light. 

The study enjoys a contemporary feel with south-facing bi-fold doors opening to a private courtyard, making it equally suitable as a home office or even a ground-floor bedroom thanks to the nearby WC that could be adapted into an en-suite. 

The dining room, with its thick walls, deep window sills, and second wood-burning stove, can easily accommodate a large dining table. From here, the space flows seamlessly into the impressive kitchen/breakfast room. Bright and airy thanks to its roof light and further bi-fold doors, the kitchen overlooks the garden and neighbouring trees and has been designed with both style and practicality in mind, featuring quality appliances and a large breakfast bar. Adjoining the kitchen is a well-equipped utility room with ample storage and space for laundry and additional appliances.

Upstairs, the staircase leads to a light-filled landing with a full-height window, giving access to four bedrooms. The principal bedroom is generously sized, with fitted wardrobes, a feature fireplace, and south-facing windows that allow light to stream in from multiple angles. Another spacious double bedroom to the front also showcases exposed beams and a fireplace, while a third double and a single bedroom at the rear overlook the garden and surrounding hills. The first floor is completed by a modern family bathroom with both a bath and separate shower, as well as a convenient additional WC.

Throughout the home, original details such as exposed beams, panelled doors, and wood-burning stoves blend effortlessly with modern touches like bi-fold doors, double glazing, and the thoughtfully designed kitchen. The result is a property that balances old and new in perfect harmony.

The outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The south-facing garden can be accessed directly from the kitchen’s bi-fold doors onto a raised patio, which provides an ideal spot for al fresco dining while taking in views over the town, Cheddar Reservoir, and even as far as Glastonbury Tor. From the patio, steps lead down to a well-kept lawn with established borders, a gravelled seating area, raised beds, and garden sheds, all framed by stone walls and mature hedges for privacy. A side courtyard and log store add further versatility, while private parking immediately next to the property is a rare bonus in this part of Axbridge.

What we love about this property....
We love the perfect blend of period character and modern living, its sun-soaked private garden, and the unbeatable location just a short stroll from Axbridge’s historic square and stunning countryside walks!

Situation
Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the east side of the A38, and overlooked by Wavering Down and Crook Peak, lies the ever-popular medieval town of Axbridge ( Somerset town is full of 'old world' charm, with its medieval origins still evident in many of its oldest buildings.

Once an important wool-producing centre in the Middle Ages, Axbridge has long held regional significance. In earlier times, it even served as a river port. This prominence is reflected in its early royal charters, which granted the town the right to hold markets and fairs and to become a royal borough. Remarkably, Axbridge once had its own mint, with coins bearing the town's emblem: the Lamb and Flag.

Today, while through traffic has diminished, the layout of the town has changed little over the centuries. It remains a classic example of a medieval settlement that grew from a fortified Saxon burgh.

Axbridge offers a good range of local facilities, including a post office, general stores, and both primary ( and middle schools (the latter, Fairlands School, is located in nearby Cheddar). There are also a number of restaurants. Additional amenities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Winscombe and Cheddar. As mentioned, primary and nursery schools are available in both Weare and Axbridge, while older students typically attend the Kings of Wessex Academy ( or one of the nearby independent schools, such as Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral School, or Millfield.

The town enjoys good transport links, with convenient access to Bristol and the seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare. The M5 motorway is accessible via junctions at Clevedon (J20), St. Georges (J21), and Edithmead (J22). There is also an international airport at Lulsgate and a mainline railway station at Yatton.

Directions: Follow the A38 until you reach the village of Cross, then take the right-hand turn onto the A371, following signs for Axbridge. Continue on the A371 directly into the town, where it becomes High Street. Number 33 High Street is located on the right hand side.