Lower Westholme, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, BA4

DESCRIPTION

A rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a beautifully presented five bedroom barn conversion set in a total of 5.26 acres with sweeping driveway and full planning permission granted to convert a further barn complex into  4 x four bedroom dwellings.  The property is set in a rural location between Wells and Glastonbury and is just half a mile from the world renowned Glastonbury Festival site - owners have the added benefit of free tickets to the festival. 

MAIN HOUSE

Formerly three barns the property was converted 35 years ago, further enhanced by the current owners and thoughtfully designed for modern family life, featuring high quality fixtures and fittings throughout.  

Upon entering is a bright, oak framed porch with riven slate floor, underfloor heating, triple aspect, exposed stone walls, space for shoes and a bespoke oak bench. Open to the porch is the hall which runs along the front of the house and features a riven slate floor, exposed oak beams and oak skirting boards. The kitchen, again with riven slate floor, is a bright room with dual aspect views over the front and rear gardens and exposed beams. The kitchen comprises a range of bespoke oak cabinetry with tongue and groove style doors and a central island, all topped with granite worktops. within the kitchen is a 'Lacanche' five burner hob with electric over and LPG hob, stainless steel splashback, cupboard for dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer.  A double Belfast sink is perfectly positioned in front of the window with lovely views over the rear garden. From the Kitchen are doors to both the dining room and the garden room. The dining room with riven slate floor features exposed beams, inset spotlights and stairs to the principal suite.  The room can comfortably accommodate a table to seat ten to twelve people and has a door to the sitting room along with an opening and former window opening through to the garden room. The sitting room with oak floor has a window to the side, exposed beams, modern radiator and contemporary woodburner stove with slate hearth as the focal point.  The garden room is a lovely bright room and features a riven slate floor, vaulted ceiling with three Velux windows, exposed stone walls, wall beam, wall lights and a woodburning stove.  This delightful room offers plenty of space for comfortable seating and has windows and French doors to the garden along with a door to the kitchen.

Accessed via a staircase, in the dining room, is the principal suite.  The stairs lead up, past a window with view over the front garden, to a galleried landing with roof window and three built-in cupboards - one housing the hot water cylinder and the other two shelved for storage. The generously proportioned principal bedroom, with dual aspect, has a window to the side with a view over the surrounding countryside, part vaulted ceiling and three built-in wardrobes.

Leading off the main entrance hall is the utility room with riven floor, two large built-in cupboards - ideal for storage, Belfast sink with granite drainer, floor mounted Oil fired boiler, space for a washing machine and stable door to the garden. In one corner is a separate cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin. Adjacent is the study with oak effect floor, space for coats and shoes, window looking out to the rear garden and space for a desk.  From here a second staircase leads to a second spacious double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, low shelving, eaves storage and vaulted ceiling and views towards Glastonbury Tor.

The third and fourth bedrooms, both double in size, feature attractive wall mounted beam shelves, built-in wardrobes and windows overlooking the rear garden.  The family bathroom with high gloss floor tiles and underfloor heating has a window to the garden and comprises. a corner shower enclosure with both hand held and waterfall spray, a vanity unit with marble top, countertop basin and oak shelf, corner bath and built in cupboard with oak doors.  At the far end of the hallway oak steps lead up to the fifth bedroom and ensuite shower room.  The 'L' shaped bedroom naturally divides to create a bedroom area and a dressing area with built-in mirrored wardrobes. The beautifully appointed ensuite shower room. with stylish tiled floor and underfloor heating, comprises a large walk-in shower enclosure with both hand held and waterfall sprays and a marble shelf, WC, marble topped vanity unit with countertop basin and slatted shelf along with French doors to the garden and directly to the hot tub.

OUTSIDE

A gate opens to the sweeping drive leading to the house.  The drive passes an attractive pond with waterfall and leads through the front gardens with beautifully manicured lawns, mature trees and shrubs to the main house. To the side of the house is a cobbled stone and gravel parking area with space for four to six cars and leading to the generous double garage with space for a further two to four cars. There is an electric vehicle charging point and a pedestrian gate to the rear garden.  To the front of the house is a wide gravel path leading to the front door and beyond, offering space for seating and planted pots.

The rear garden, which can be accessed from the garden room, utility room and ensuite bathroom, is fully enclosed and cleverly designed to be used all year round.  The garden is mainly laid to lawn with raised borders, retained by natural stone walls and planted with an array of shrubs and flowering plants.  A large patio leads from the garden room and offers plenty of space for outdoor furniture and entertaining.  Tucked neatly around the corner is a covered woodstore and a gate to the drive.  A stylish 'lean to' greenhouse offers space to grow fruit and vegetables.  At the far end of the garden steps lead up to a further patio area with space for outdoor furniture and a hot tub.  To one side is a covered 'party barn'  with pizza oven, outdoor lighting and space for further seating - this fantastic space means that the garden can be used whatever the weather.  

The bottom field is on an already established route for glamping sites during Glastonbury Festival - offering the opportunity to create an income (subject to the necessary consents).

THE BARNS

To the side of the house is the barn complex with central yard.  The barns are a mix of timber, stone and block.  Full planning permission has been granted to convert the barns into four dwellings, three single storey and 1 x two storey homes.

The barns have been operating as secure business premises for many years and the necessary infrastructure and permissions are in place, including office space, to continue as such - should the buyer prefer.

An overgrown drove road passes through the property, the driveway to the barns will split off the main farmhouse driveway, and across the drove road, separating the development from the main farmhouse.

Planning Reference:

Somerset Council (Mendip - East)  REF: 2023/1932/FUL

LOCATION

The beautiful and vibrant village of Pilton lies in the heart of the Somerset countryside, between Wells, Shepton Mallet and Glastonbury. Village amenities include the recently refurbished Crown Inn, a coffee shop, village social club which hosts events throughout the year, village shop (open 7 days) two churches. The village, is popular with home buyers due to its easy commute to Bath, Bristol and Frome. The Newt (country house and gardens) and Babington House (private members club) are both just a short drive away.

Nearby, the picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.

There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only nine miles away. Bristol Airport is a 40 minute drive from Pilton (23 miles).

TENURE

Freehold

HEATING

Oil fired central heating

SERVICES

Private drainage via wastewater treatment system, mains electricity and mains water.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Somerset Council

COUNCIL TAX

Band 'E'

EPC RATING

Rating 'E'

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel:

DIRECTIONS

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From Wells take the A39 signposted to Glastonbury and after approx. 1 mile turn right (by Brownes Garden Centre) towards North Wootton. Once in North Wootton follow the road around past the Church and then turn left onto Stocks Lane. Take the first right into Chessell Lane and continue for approx. 1 mile where there road becomes Lower Westholme Road  turn right on the left hand bend bend and continue for approximately 50m.  Take the left hand driveway into Wellhayes farm and continue past the pond, along the drive to the main house.