West End, Wedmore, BS28

Statuesque, five-bedroom, Grade II listed, Georgian home nestled in tranquil gardens, hidden from view within the historic village of Wedmore, with period features, contemporary styling and modern comforts, sweeping driveway with plenty of parking, and a garden retreat/annexe.

Brook Farm is a stunning family home, surrounded by lovely gardens, tucked away in a peaceful location at the end of a private lane yet close to village amenities. The earliest parts of the property probably date back to the 1500s, with the later addition of elegant Georgian rooms and classic, symmetrical façade overlooking a formal front garden. Inside, modern comforts are tastefully integrated with the many retained period features such as flagstone flooring, 16-pane sash windows, window seats, shutters, feature fireplaces and beams, within well-proportioned rooms over three floors.

Three reception rooms look out over the gardens and offer plenty space for dining, socialising and relaxing. The two reception rooms in the Georgian part of the house have traditional high ceilings, open fireplaces, wooden and flagstone floors. The third reception room and a spacious, welcoming rear hallway, are more recent additions. Here, warm wooden flooring runs from the hall into this lovely, light family room where tall sash windows on two sides embrace views of the garden and allow natural light to flood in. The kitchen is very much a traditional 'farmhouse' hub, with handmade, Benton’s cabinetry with contrasting granite worksurfaces housing an Aga, with plenty of remaining space for a fridge/freezer, and a kitchen table. In the corner of the kitchen, a door opens to the original circular stairwell and remaining stone steps which have been creatively repurposed as a useful larder. Further space for storage and other appliances can be found in the adjoining utility/boot room where there is a door to a courtyard and a separate WC.

There are four double bedrooms on the first floor, each with their own unique character and style. The principal bedroom, with built-in wardrobes, sash window and window seat, has a spacious ensuite bathroom with a claw-foot bath and a separate shower. The other three bedrooms on this floor share a large family bathroom with a shower over the bath. Stairs rise to the second floor where a thoughtfully designed conversion has created a beamed and vaulted bedroom suite with double bedroom, ensuite shower room and a comfortable seating area.

This warm and inviting home, with its beautiful Georgian façade, sits on an extensive plot, mainly laid to lawn with colourful flower beds, mature trees and shrubs. A formal, landscaped garden stretches out from the front of the house, whilst more relaxed gardens with areas of paved terracing and shingle, encircle the rest of the house adjoining the driveway which sweeps in at the rear. A separate annexe, with underfloor heating and open fire, benefits from bifold doors to the gardens, a shower room and WC.

Location

Wedmore is a thriving village set on a high ridge above the Somerset Levels with a rich history and architectural heritage. Established in Saxon times, the modern-day Wedmore is an exciting social and commercial rural centre with a wide range of retail and leisure facilities including a selection of boutique shops. Day to day amenities include a newsagents/general store, chemist, a butcher shop, delicatessen, post office, fishmongers, grocers, a range of eateries, and 3 public houses.

A lively and friendly community, Wedmore hosts over 70 organisations with a diversity of cultural and sporting activities including opera, theatre, parkland golf course, floodlit all weather tennis courts, indoor and outdoor bowling greens and both cricket and football pitches.

For schooling, Wedmore is a popular choice for families relocating for private or state education. Millfield, Sidcot and Wells Cathedral Schools are all served by private buses from the village. Wedmore ...