Bleadney, Wells, BA5

DESCRIPTION

Set in the quiet hamlet of Bleadney and benefiting from wonderful far-reaching views is this beautifully restored historic mill house dating back to the 13th century. The current owners have extensively and sympathetically renovated the property in recent years including new roof, heating, bathrooms, kitchen, double garage and landscaping.  The generously proportioned property is beautifully presented throughout and briefly comprises; entrance hall, formal sitting/dining room, kitchen/dining/family room, utility room, galleried landing, principal suite with mezzanine, dressing room and ensuite bathroom, four further bedrooms (three ensuite), attractive gardens - with mill wheel, double garage and gravel drive with ample parking.

Upon entering is a spacious and welcoming entrance hall with alarm keypad, deep cill arched window, characterful flooring including inset millstone, flagstones and attractive wooden cobbles and staircase rising to the first floor. From the hall is the formal sitting/dining room, this marvellous dual aspect room is brimming with character including arched windows, beamed ceiling, exposed stone walls, wall lights, arched alcove and inglenook fireplace with brick interior, bread oven door (ornamental only) and a woodburning stove as a wonderful focal point.  There is plenty of space for comfortable furniture and a large dining table. Adjacent to the inglenook is a cupboard housing the heating system and water softener. Across the hall is the open plan kitchen/dining/family room, this light filled space is the heart of the home and benefits from flagstone floor, windows on four sides along with large roof lantern and spectacular panoramic views over the Somerset countryside with the Mendip Hills as the backdrop.  To one end is the beautifully appointed kitchen with a mix of contrasting anthracite and soft grey cabinets and pan drawers - all with soft close feature and topped with leathered granite. In the corner is a walk-in shelved pantry offering plenty of storage space. The kitchen benefits from spotlights, ambient lighting and integrated appliances including a full height fridge, full height freezer, contemporary extractor fan and dishwasher. Providing year round background warmth is a stunning marine blue "Everhot" range cooker with three ovens, plate warming oven, hot plate and induction hob.  A large kitchen island, topped with leathered granite provides further storage with an inset sink and feature wine rack.  Above is a bespoke light fixture - made using reclaimed wood from the mill.  Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining area with space to accommodate a large dining table.  A bespoke light fitting, again made using reclaimed timbers from the mill, illuminates the space.  The family area is a fabulous size and features the previously mentioned roof lantern with discreet lighting, inset spotlights, ample space for comfortable seating wonderful views and French doors to the garden. To the rear of the kitchen and dining area, a step leads up to a further seating area with wooden floor, inset spotlight and a large picture window, perfectly framing the spectacular view over the garden to the verdant countryside beyond.  From here a door leads to a storeroom with a hatch leading down to a further room housing the mill machinery and a Gilkes Francis turbine.  To the rear of the hall a door opens to the spacious utility room with terrazzo tiled floor, grey Shaker style cabinets, beamed ceiling, inset spotlights, drying rack and Belfast sink.  A cupboard houses CCTV, Alarm and 3 phase consumer units, and a modern glazed door leads out to the garden. Adjacent and accessed from the hall is a useful shower room, with shower enclosure, WC, basin and traditional towel radiator.

From the hall a wide oak staircase with glazed panels leads to a half landing with window and up to a spacious galleried landing with feature lighting, space for furniture and built-in airing cupboard with shelving and pressurized water cylinder. The stunning principal suite is spacious with exposed beams and trusses and large arched window with sliding doors leading out to a modern glazed balcony - offering space for outdoor seating and making a wonderful spot to sit and enjoy the marvellous view. A further window looks out to the Lower River Axe. In the bedroom a staircase leads up to a mezzanine level with views towards the Mendip Hills. This versatile space is currently used as a home office, but could also be a relaxing reading area.  Beneath the mezzanine is a dressing room with built-in cabinetry and a well-appointed ensuite bathroom with Karndean flooring, large shower enclosure with inset waterfall shower head and body jets, freestanding tub, hidden cistern WC and double countertop basins with illuminated mirror behind. The second bedroom is a good sized double with part vaulted ceiling, solar powered Velux window with solar powered blind and a 'Jack and Jill' ensuite bathroom.  The ensuite is beautifully appointed with automatic sensor lights, Karndean flooring, bath with shower attachment, separate shower enclosure traditional WC and vanity basin. The third double bedroom has a part-vaulted ceiling, large window to the front and ensuite comprising shower enclosure with attractive tiling, hidden cistern WC and vanity basin with illuminated mirror above. Bedroom four again features a large window to the front and has a part-vaulted ceiling with exposed beam. The ensuite shower room with grey wood effect flooring comprises a hidden cistern WC, shower enclosure and vanity basin with illuminated mirror above. The fifth bedroom, currently used as a study, is double in size and has a large window with front aspect, vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and deep window cill.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The multi-zone heating system can be managed via the ‘Neo’ Heatmiser app, offering zoned heating with individually controlled thermostats in most rooms, as well as separately controlled towel rails and radiators.

There is ‘hydronic radiant wall heating' in the entrance hall and sitting room

There is a hot water secondary pump for instant hot water throughout the home.

We are advised that the mill wheel and Gilkes turbine could be adapted to generate electricity, if desired.

The property has fibre optic broadband installed and CAT6 Ethernet to most rooms.

The property has been wired in readiness for electric gates, if required.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the property is a gravelled drive offering parking for several vehicles and leading to the double garage.  The recently constructed garage, featuring a stone façade and millstone detail, is equipped with lighting, power, water, and drainage, as well as a 3-phase 22kW EV charger, and provides parking for two cars. Above the garage, accessed via a sloped path and steps to the rear, is a versatile room with lighting and power. This additional space could be used as a games room, home office, or for storage. A 7.2kW solar array is installed on the garage roof, supported by a 23.2kW battery that stores solar energy and lower-cost off-peak electricity, improving the home’s overall efficiency. The vendors advise that their current electricity bill is around £110 per month, including vehicle charging.

The rear garden is split into three main parts, due to the river and mill workings.  Accessed from both the drive and family room is the first area with gravelled patio ideal for furniture and entertaining, garden sink and wooden shed.  A step leads down to an area of lawn skirted by the river and mill stream.  From the lawn a bridge leads past the mill wheel to a second area of lawn, again skirted by the river and mill stream and having a pool style ladder leads down to the river - ideal for a refreshing paddle on warmer days!  

On the other side of the mill, accessed from the kitchen and utility room is a path leading to a stone store housing the oil fired boiler and providing useful storage.  From here steps lead up to a paved area with space for outdoor furniture and a lovely spot to sit and appreciate the wonderful view. To one side is the river and to the other is an terraced lawn with planted borders and mature trees.  Steps lead down to a further terrace beside the river.  A sluice gate above controls the water and acts as an attractive waterfall when the sluice gate is open.

From the side of the house steps lead up to a paved area and a path leading to the first floor of the garage and the oil tank, then down to the drive at the front of the house.

LOCATION

Bleadney is a hamlet of approximately fifty homes and lies between Wells and Wedmore, with views of the Somerset levels to the South and the Mendip Hills to the North.

Nearby, the picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.

There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away. Bristol Airport is situated just 18 miles from this property whilst also not being near a flight path. Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 20 miles away and easily accessible.

TENURE

Freehold

HEATING

Oil fired central heating

with solar panels and battery storage for electricity

SERVICES

Mains drainage, mains water and electricity are all connected.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Somerset Council

COUNCIL TAX

Band 'F'

EPC RATING

Rating 'D'

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel:

DIRECTIONS

From Wells take the B3139 signposted to Wedmore. Continue for approximately 4 miles through the villages of Wookey, Worth, Yarley and Henton to the village of Bleadney. Continue through the village and Bleadney Mill is a little further along on the right hand side.