Fore Street, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5

A substantial village house, Listed Grade II, that has been sympathetically restored to provide elegant and highly versatile accommodation, all set at the heart of a thriving village.

THE PROPERTY

Approached through a wrought iron gate set between twin brick pillars, a path leads through the front garden to an impressive central entrance. The front facade is particularly attractive, symmetrical and classically proportioned, reflecting the character of the Georgian period. The front door opens into a wide entrance hall, notable for its excellent ceiling height and parquet flooring, which in turn leads through to the central hallway. The principal reception rooms lie on either side. The sitting room is a beautifully proportioned space, featuring two large sash windows with working shutters, high ceilings and a handsome fireplace with Bath stone surround and wood-burning stove. Opposite, the dining room provides a more formal setting, detailed with ornate cornicing, a ceiling rose and an original carved wood fireplace, also fitted with a wood-burning stove. Twin sash windows flood the room with natural light. At the centre of the house, the main hallway is laid predominantly with flagstone flooring and gives access to all principal rooms. Two staircases rise from here, enhancing the flexibility of the layout. The kitchen is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the house – a beautifully crafted, bespoke design by Harrisons of Taunton. Generously proportioned and triple aspect, the room is filled with natural light and finished with stone tiled flooring. Fitted with an extensive range of cabinetry beneath granite worktops, it includes a gas-fired Aga, Belfast sink with Quooker tap, integrated Siemens appliances, large fridge-freezer, built-in dresser, larder cupboard, and a discreetly integrated Marantz sound system. A central island provides further preparation space, complete with dual fuel hob, prep sink, wine fridge and additional storage beneath. There is ample space for informal dining, complemented by a further nook offering additional storage. Adjoining the kitchen, the utility room is well-appointed with further cabinetry, granite work surfaces and a Belfast sink, with space for laundry appliances. Double doors open onto a decked terrace. Notably, this room features an ornate panelled ceiling and a stone archway, hinting at its historic significance. The cloakroom lies beyond. To the opposite end of the house is a secondary kitchen, currently serving the established B&B accommodation. Well-equipped and practical, it adjoins a comfortable sitting/dining room used by
guests. This area can easily be re-integrated into the main house if desired. Further ground floor accommodation includes a comfortable study, a second cloakroom and a plant room housing twin boilers (installed as part of a comprehensive system upgrade in 2017), with access to a substantial cellar, ideal for storage or use as a wine cellar.

The principal staircase rises to the first floor, opening onto a generous landing serving three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each presented to a high standard and benefiting from en suite facilities. Two are currently used as B&B guest accommodation, while the third serves as the principal bedroom. Two large storage cupboards are also located on this level, along with access to the secondary staircase.

An interconnecting door leads to a further section of the house, currently arranged as part of the annexe accommodation with its own stairs and separate access. This provides three additional double bedrooms, along with a bathroom, shower room, two reception rooms – one featuring an impressive, vaulted ceiling – a well-appointed kitchen and a cloakroom. This arrangement allows for complete flexibility, whether as a single substantial residence, multi-generational accommodation, or for continued income generation.

GARDENS & GROUNDS

The gardens and grounds extend to approximately 0.71 acres in total. The gardens are enclosed by a tall mellow brick wall that affords a high degree of privacy despite the central village setting. Predominantly laid to lawn, they are interspersed with well-stocked flower beds and complemented by two terraces, positioned to enjoy the sun at different times of the day. A productive vegetable garden, wild flower area and greenhouse add further appeal.

A range of useful outbuildings includes a potting shed, garden machinery store and log store. A substantial timber framed garage/carport provides three bays, along with a large adjoining workshop. Double electrically operated wooden gates open to a gravelled parking area providing ample space for several vehicles. A central turning circle is centred around a mature weeping willow, underplanted with perennials, creating a particularly attractive feature. Further off-street parking can be found at the front of the gates.

Tax Band: G