Stunning country house with beautiful views and natural swimming pool in Bratton Seymour

Seymour Cottage is a fabulous period country house set in gorgeous landscaped gardens in the village of Bratton Seymour, Somerset. Recently renovated to the highest standard, the home retains a wealth of classical period features evident throughout. With over 3,000 sq. ft. of accommodation, it is a true retreat—an escape to country life in style, with "The Newt" on its doorstep and the buzzing town of Bruton just a few minutes' drive away. It is perfectly suited as a luxurious family home that offers the opportunity to entertain in real style, featuring an infrared sauna and a beautiful natural swimming pool where you can lie back and watch nature as you soak up the sun.

The house is approached via electric gates and a driveway that culminates in a two-car garage (with lapsed planning permission to build a studio). As you step into the well-maintained garden and take in the amazing views and fresh air, you truly enter the best of country living. The well-stocked gardens are a magical space running much of the length of the house.

Off the hall are four principal rooms, each exuding its own individual charm. The snug is beautifully proportioned and features a real wood-burning fire with a classical surround—perfect for cozy evenings. This leads to the large, hand-built kitchen and dining room, which features original flagstone floors. Original windows and doors throughout these beautiful rooms allow natural light to flood the interiors.

The dining room is equally impressive, easily accommodating up to 14 people for dinner. The sumptuous kitchen sits at the heart of the house, gloriously furnished with an oil-fired Aga and a large oak island with an electric cooker and seating for six. Integrated appliances include a double fridge-freezer and dishwasher, complemented by granite and oak worktops resting on handcrafted units. Off the kitchen, original doors open to a study and laundry room with views over the fields beyond.

Also off the kitchen/dining area is a beautiful, glass-enclosed reception room flooded with light. Featuring high-beamed ceilings and bi-fold doors leading out to a stone patio, it provides a seamless sense of space—perfect for dining or relaxing.

A staircase rises to the first-floor landing, where four bedrooms and three bathrooms are located—all fitted with shutters and original windows. The principal bedroom suite includes an en-suite bathroom with stunning views and a walk-in wardrobe. There are three further bedrooms, two of which are en-suite. All rooms are beautifully proportioned, featuring elegant panelling and sensational views of the gardens and the countryside beyond.

Outside
The landscaped grounds feature a natural swimming pool with a stylish pool house containing an infrared sauna, shower, loo, and kitchen. This space is fully self-contained The pool area is picture-perfect, embellished with a built-in BBQ and grill for al fresco dining. Behind the pool house lies additional storage for outdoor furniture and garden machinery. Another large deck at the side of the house is perfect for lounging, while well-manicured lawns sweep away to reveal breathtaking views, accented by mature rhododendrons, wisteria, and roses that light up the house's facades.

Situation
Seymour Cottage is perfectly positioned in the picturesque hamlet of Bratton Seymour and on the edge of Shepton Montague, a pretty village in the heart of Somerset. It is set well back from a quiet country road and enjoys sensational views of the Somerset countryside. Excellent local pubs include the Montague Inn and The Stags Head in Yarlington. With Bruton 3 miles to the North and Castle Cary 4 miles to the West, this area is one of the most sought-after locations in Somerset. Bruton has an array of excellent restaurants along its High Street, including 'At the Chapel', 'The Old Pharmacy', 'Briar', and 'The Blue Ball'. On the town's outskirts, the renowned Hauser & Wirth Gallery hosts 'The Roth Bar' and the newly opened 'Da Costa', an Italian restaurant. For fine dining, the Michelin-starred Osip is a short drive away.

Bruton offers a range of amenities, including a doctor’s surgery, pharmacy, vet, post office, mini-supermarkets, a fuel station, and independent shops. It’s just a 10-minute drive to Castle Cary, which features a mainline railway station, the 'Creamery restaurant', and 'The Newt' nearby.

Castle Cary itself is a charming market town with independent businesses, boutiques, and galleries. Every Tuesday, the local market showcases fresh, locally sourced produce such as organic vegetables, artisan bread, cheeses, meats, and fish. The town also offers a nursery, primary and secondary schools, a health centre, dental practice, library, bank, post office, butcher, newsagent, chemist, pubs, restaurants, and tea shops. Other local attractions include Stourhead Gardens, Babington House, (Soho House’s country mansion) and Longleat Safari. The historic cities of Bath and Wells are both within a 45-minute drive.

Schools
The area is renowned for its excellent schools and include the well-regarded prep schools of All Hallows and Hazlegrove, the Bruton schools, Millfield, Downside, and the Sherborne schools. Local state schools include Ansford Academy, Sexeys Bruton and the Blue school in Wells.

Transport links are excellent with Castle Cary railway station and the station at Templecombe providing direct services to London Paddington and London Waterloo. The A303 to the South links to London and the wider motorway network whilst the A36, M4 and M5 are all within easy reach.

Directions
Post code: BA9 8BY
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Material Information

In compliance with The Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material Information in Property Listings Guidance

Part A

• Local Authority: Somerset
• Council Tax Band: F
• Guide Price: £1,600,000 offers in excess of
• Tenure: Freehold

Part B

• Property Type: Detached
• Property Construction: Stone
• Number and Types of Rooms: See Details and Plan, all measurements being maximum dimensions provided between internal walls
• Electricity Supply: Mains
• Water Supply: Mains
• Sewerage: Mains
• Heating: Oil
• Broadband: Please refer to Ofcom website.
• Mobile Signal/Coverage: Please refer to Ofcom website.
• Parking: Off street and layby

Part C

• Building Safety: The vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser’s engage the services of a Chartered Surveyor to confirm.
• Restrictions: We’re not aware of any significant/material restrictions, but we’d recommend you review the Title/deeds of the property with your solicitor.
• Rights and Easements: Vehicular right of access over driveway for two neighbouring properties and pedestrian access to the church.
• Flood Risk: Yearly chance of flooding for surface water is very low risk. Yearly chance of flooding for rivers and seas is very low risk.
• Coastal Erosion Risk: n/a
• Planning Permission: n/a
• Accessibility/Adaptations: n/a
• Coalfield Or Mining Area: n/a
• Energy Performance Certificate: D

Other Disclosures

No other Material disclosures have been made by the Vendor.

This Material Information has been compiled in good faith using the resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so Lodestone cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions. Furthermore, Lodestone are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you please do seek verification from a legal adviser before committing to expenditure.


Every care has been taken with the preparation of these details, in accordance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, please obtain profession confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information. These details do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. All measurements quote approximate. Photographs are provided for general information and cannot be inferred that any item shown is included in the sale. The fixtures, fittings & appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. No guarantee can be given with regard to planning permissions or fitness for purpose. Energy Performance Certificates are available on request.


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