Dinghurst Road, Churchill, Winscombe

A characterful and spacious 18th-Century home (from c. 1746) and barn conversion on the edge of the Mendips. This charming period home offers a rare blend of historic character and modern comfort, set within approximately a quarter of an acre of beautifully maintained grounds.

Description - Formerly a cider farm, the property is rich in history and retains a wealth of original features, including latch doors, thick walls, exposed stonework, and attractive fireplaces, while benefitting from updates such as modern bathrooms, recent redecoration, and double glazing throughout.
The versatile layout is ideal for family life or multi-generational living, offering both generous communal spaces and areas of privacy. The ground floor comprises a welcoming reception hall, leading to a sitting room, dining room, cosy snug, and a timber-framed Amdega conservatory. The kitchen is well-appointed with wooden units, and period dresser, an Aga and electric oven. This connects to a practical breakfast/utility room with a pantry and is plumbed for washing machine.
A particularly flexible area of the house, which was once the stables, now includes an open plan office/playroom/studio with an exterior door and private staircase, leading to a bedroom and en suite bathroom with corner bath and shower over; perfect for guests, independent living, or working from home.
A charming rear porch with exposed stonework and original flagstone flooring provides ample space for wellies and coats alongside a cloakroom with WC.
Upstairs, three further bedrooms are light and spacious with a generous landing and fitted wardrobes, with ample storage found throughout the home.
The property is heated via oil central heating, complemented by solar panels that provide economical hot water and benefit from a feed-in tariff.
Externally, the property enjoys mature gardens with spacious lawn, established trees and shrubs, and plentiful parking. The grounds are mostly walled, offering a safe and secure environment for children and pets, as well as a sense of privacy.

The Barn - The upper floor of old cider barn is now a one bedroom annexe providing additional accommodation, complete with an open-plan living space, kitchenette, bathroom, and its own gas combi boiler; ideal for guest use or as a potential rental income opportunity. The ground floor provides a workshop/garage space, storeroom housing the boiler, as well as a covered car port.
A much-loved family home for over 25 years, this unique property offers warmth in winter, coolness in summer, and a lifestyle that balances sociability with tranquillity. With its adaptable layout, income potential, and idyllic setting, it presents a truly special opportunity.

Location - Lily Cottage is to be found within the picturesque Somerset village of Churchill, on the edge of Mendip Hills. The village enjoys a good community with the newsagents/general store. The nearby villages of Congresbury and Winscombe have a more comprehensive range of shops. There are many highly regarded schools close at hand including primary schools in Churchill and Sandford and, for secondary, the well-regarded Churchill Academy and Sixth Form. Sidcot School is close and there are buses which pick up locally for other independent schools in Wells and Bristol. The village boasts a number of public houses including locally renowned pub The Crown. The Mendips are a hub for outdoor pursuits including walking and mountain biking and the Mendip Activity Centre is also close at hand.

It is conveniently situated for the commuter with the nearest railway station at Yatton with links to the mainline for trains to Bristol and London. The M5 is under 5 miles away for access to the motorway network and Bristol International Airport is just 6 miles away.

Key Information - Key information
Main House
Freehold
Mains electricity, water and drainage
Oil central heating. Solar panels to heat water in main house.
North Somerset Council. Band E
EPC rating E

The Barn:
Heating: Gas combi boiler
North Somerset Council Band A
EPC rating C
NO ONWARD CHAIN

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