The Old Rectory, Yarlington
Guide Price
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Added on 28/04/2026
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
6
- BATHROOMS
4
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Beautiful, rural position on the edge of the village
- Stunning views across the countryside
- Set in circa 1.1 acres with a long tree lined driveway approach and duck pond
- Ample parking and triple garage
- Substantial accommodation of over 4,000 sq. ft.
- Immense potential
- Pub and countryside walks within easy reach
- Excellent schools nearby
Description
THE OLD RECTORY, YARLINGTON, WINCANTON, BA9 8DN
A quite spectacular former Old Rectory in an idyllic rural location on the outskirts of the beautiful village of Yarlington, close to Castle Cary.
The Old Rectory enjoys considerable accommodation which has been extended and improved; briefly including a reception hall, living room, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, study, boot room, utility, five to seven double bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms with 6 WCs.
The property is set within magical gardens and grounds, surrounded by wonderful countryside, totalling approximately 1.1 acres. There is a driveway leading to a large parking area and a triple garage with an adjoining workshop.
Accommodation
The Old Rectory was built in 1939 and was sold to the current owners in 1980. During the current owners’ tenure, they have extended the accommodation considerably and redirected the main orientation to make the most of the impressive outlook of the pond and countryside beyond, in addition to capitalising on the wonderful south-westerly aspect.
Steps lead up to the front door, which enters a porch that then leads into a welcoming entrance hall. The main reception rooms lead off the hall, the largest being the living room, which extends to nearly 30 feet in length. The living room enjoys a triple aspect with patio doors leading out to a sheltered terrace with commanding views over the pond. Also within the room, there is ample book shelving and a Jetmaster fire with a granite hearth. The sitting room also has doors out to the patio and is ideally suited to use as a TV or playroom.
The kitchen-dining room is a magnificent addition, perfectly designed to take in the idyllic outlook of the pond. It is not uncommon to be sitting here enjoying a view of a pair of ducks or moorhens, adorably followed by their respective ducklings or chicks on their way to the pond. All witnessed from the dining room table. The kitchen itself has an array of units, both stylish and practical, with extensive creative storage provision within. Integral appliances include a mid-level oven, microwave and warming drawer, larder fridge, induction hob and dishwasher. There are stone floor tiles and two sets of patio doors and a glass door, all leading out to the decking surrounding the room. Underneath the stone floor tiles in the dining area, there is underfloor heating.
Adjoining the kitchen, there is a boot room with a side door and a door into the garages, as well as a utility room which houses the boiler and washing facilities. Also on the ground floor, there is a cloakroom and a study which enjoys a dual aspect with views in both directions.
On the first floor, there are five double bedrooms; two of which have en-suite bath/shower rooms. One of these two rooms is the master bedroom, which is part of a luxurious suite. Within the suite, there is a bathroom with a bath, a walk-in shower, twin basins and a WC, as well as a walk-in wardrobe and access out to a substantial balcony. The second bedroom also has access out to the balcony and the benefit of an en-suite shower room. The further three bedrooms have use of the family bathroom, where there is a bath with overhead shower, basin, heated towel rail, w/c, and airing cupboard.
A further staircase rises to the second floor, where there is an impressive games room or sixth bedroom. At the end of the room, there is a Velux Cabrio Balcony enjoying a stunning vista. There is a shower room on this floor and also an easily accessible attic room, ideal for storage. This entire floor would be an ideal nanny annexe as it has complete privacy from the rest of the accommodation.
Outside
The gardens and grounds of The Old Rectory are truly magical. The garden gently slopes down to the pond, which is surrounded by mature trees and thick grass, ideal for the wildlife. There are silver birch, horse chestnut, beech and oak trees here to name a few. A meandering pathway has been mown through the grass, encircling the pond and looking back up to the house’s beautifully designed rear elevation; a picture-perfect view with the pond and main lawn in the foreground and flowering wisteria adorning the brickwork. The rest of the garden is largely laid to lawn with well-established trees and hedgerows forming the perimeter.
Along the Northern boundary, there are several productive vegetable patches which enjoy a sunny aspect.
The gravel driveway leads from the quiet country lane down to the house with thick hedgerows flanking either side. By the house, there is an expansive parking area in front of the triple garage, which has three separate up-and-over doors and an adjoining workshop and store. Within the workshop, there is a sink and a useful cloakroom too.
About the area
Yarlington is one of Somerset’s most attractive and sought-after villages, surrounded by gently rolling countryside yet well placed for access to neighbouring towns and excellent transport links.
At its heart stands St Mary’s Church, the newly reopened and family-run "The Stag's Head" pub, and the renowned Yarlington House, an elegant Georgian manor with beautiful gardens. The village is known for its welcoming community, traditional architecture, and peaceful rural surroundings.
The nearby towns of Castle Cary, Bruton, Sherborne and Wincanton all provide a good range of everyday amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, doctors, dentists, pubs, restaurants and cafés. Bruton in particular has gained a reputation for culture and dining, with the Hauser & Wirth gallery and award-winning restaurants attracting visitors from across the country.
“The Newt in Somerset” nearby is home to beautiful countryside walks set in the grounds of a Georgian country estate. Within the estate, there are a Hotel & Spa, a Farm shop, restaurants and a house & garden shop. Located on the fringes of Yarlington, 'The Farmyard' is one of the Newts' most exclusive and luxurious hotel offerings.
There are many excellent schools within easy reach, including King’s School in Bruton, Hazlegrove, Millfield, Port Regis, All Hallows, Sandroyd, Clayesmore, Perrot Hill and the Sherborne Schools.
Mainline rail stations at Castle Cary (Paddington c.90 mins) and Sherborne (Waterloo c.2 hrs 15 mins) offer direct access to London, while the A303 provides convenient road connections to the South West and London.
The surrounding area is criss-crossed with footpaths and bridleways, offering superb opportunities for walking, riding and cycling. Country pubs and sporting clubs all add to the appeal of living in this beautiful corner of Somerset.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Private Drainage. Oil central heating. Excellent Broadband Speeds - Wessex Internet.
Tenure: Freehold.
Energy Performance Rating: D
Council Tax Band: G
Important Notice
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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: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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Monthly repayments£6,519
Property: £ 1,300,000
Deposit: £ 130,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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