Georgian village house in popular village of Wedmore
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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Key features
- 5 double bedroom period home with period features
- Kitchen/breakfast room with Aga & granite work tops
- Living room & dining room with inglenook fireplaces plus study/library
- Walled garden with lawn and terraces, veranda & stone built garden room
- Drive with parking & a large garage/workshop
- Impressive 37+ft loft room with elm floorboards & beams
- Walking distance to the village
- Thriving village with excellent sport facilities
- Excellent local and private schools nearby
- Easy access to M5
Description
THE LAURELS, SAND ROAD
WEDMORE BS28 4BY
An exceptional Grade II listed village home of immense character - this handsome Georgian-fronted former farmhouse occupies a prominent position in the heart of the popular Wedmore.
With 3 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms as well pretty courtyard and garden with double garage, garden room and barn with planning permission for a 2 bed property.
Location
Positioned on the edge of the highly desirable village of Wedmore yet within easy walking distance to the heart of the village, close to shops, restaurants, café’s and other facilities.
Wedmore is an attractive Somerset village, with traditional rural origins. It has a thriving community and remains well connected both geographically and culturally. It offers everything you would expect from a village with active village hall as well as various sports clubs including tennis, and bowls.
Wells is 8 miles east offering further facilities and the M5 is a similar distance to the west, plus Bristol Airport is only 14 miles north.
Description
Believed to date back to the 1600s, the property has evolved over the centuries and today offers a welcoming and highly versatile family home, with period details and full of character. There is a pretty courtyard with covered veranda as well as an additional outdoor garden room. In addition there is a substantial stone outbuilding with consent to create a separate two-bedroom annexe or this would make a fabulous workshop/studio.
The classic Georgian façade, stone elevations and enclosed walled gardens create a striking first impression, while inside the house holds a wealth of original features including flagstone floors, exposed beams, panelled doors, Regency-style arched windows and wide elm floorboards.
The welcoming central hallway runs through the heart of the home and leads to the principal reception rooms, both of which enjoy inglenook fireplaces with woodburning stoves, beautiful original flagstone floors and elegant French doors with original joinery and shutters that overlook the front of the house. A further reception room, currently arranged as a study/library, offers excellent flexibility and could equally serve as a ground floor bedroom with adjoining shower room.
At the rear of the property, the kitchen/breakfast room with granite worktops, fitted cabinetry, a gas-fired Aga complete with window seat and views over the terrace and garden. There is also a generous pantry/laundry room plus cloakroom off the hallway.
An impressive arch window greets you at the top of the stairs overlooking the rear gardens. There are five well-proportioned double bedrooms and two bathrooms (one ensuite) on the first floor with stairs rising to the second floor.
Occupying the entire second floor, the remarkable loft room extends to over 37 feet in length and provides a wonderful space with exposed timbers, elm floorboards and rooflights. Currently used as a playroom and studio space, it offers exciting potential for a principal bedroom suite or additional accommodation, subject to any necessary consents.
Outside
The beautifully enclosed gardens have been thoughtfully arranged to provide a series of attractive spaces including a secluded covered veranda, ideal for relaxing and entertaining. Limestone terraces, mature planting, a lawned garden and a charming stone-built garden room, formerly the village bakery, all contribute to the property’s unique appeal.
The property also benefits from a substantial two-storey stone outbuilding and stable block, which has planning permission to create a detached two-bedroom annexe (Planning Application No. 50/99/00070). The building is held under a separate title and presents significant potential for ancillary accommodation, guest use or income generation.
Tenure and other Points
Freehold, Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity.
Listed. Council Tax Band
Directions
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About the Area
The village is well served with amenities for day-to-day living. It has a well-regarded primary school, making it popular with families, and a village shop that caters for everyday essentials. There is also a post office, an active village hall, a pharmacy, and a good selection of independent shops including a butcher, bakery, delicatessen, gift shops and small boutiques. Wedmore is particularly known for its strong café and pub culture, with several pubs and eateries that act as social hubs for both residents and visitors.
In terms of location, Wedmore is conveniently placed for access to nearby towns and cities. Wells, England’s smallest city and famous for its cathedral, lies about 9 miles to the east and can usually be reached by car in around 20 minutes. Glastonbury Street and the centre of Glastonbury are approximately 7 miles away, typically a 15–20 minute drive. Shepton Mallet is around 14 miles distant and takes roughly 30 minutes by car. Bath, with its Roman and Georgian heritage, is about 30 miles away and usually reachable in around an hour, while Bristol is approximately 27 miles to the north-east, taking about 45–50 minutes depending on traffic. Taunton, the county town of Somerset, lies roughly 25 miles to the south-west and is generally around a 40–45 minute drive. Castle Cary railway station, which offers direct services to London Paddington, is about 15 miles away and can normally be reached in around 30 minutes by car.
Wedmore has a rich historic character, with buildings ranging from medieval cottages to handsome Georgian houses clustered around the village centre. The church of St Mary is a notable landmark, and the village has long associations with agriculture and the surrounding wetlands. Community life is particularly strong, with numerous clubs and societies. There are active sports clubs including cricket, football and a tennis club, while nearby golf courses add to the recreational appeal. Cultural activities such as local theatre productions, music events and art groups are well supported, contributing to Wedmore’s reputation as a lively, friendly and well-balanced village that combines rural charm with practical convenience.
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- Rear garden
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Monthly repayments£6,269
Property: £ 1,250,000
Deposit: £ 125,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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