Stoughton Road, Blackford, Wedmore, BS28

Auction Guide Price £100,000 - £120,000, Wednesday 23rd September 2026, 12pm, The Theatre, The Royal Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6QN. This two bedroom ‘Woolaway’ bungalow located on a tranquil country lane, bordered by countryside, within the picturesque village of Blackford, is an exciting opportunity, offered with no onward chain, for anyone wanting a project.

Grove Orchard offers a generous entrance hall, which flows through to the living/dining room, which features a brick fireplace with log burner. The kitchen provides access to the rear porch, creating an opportunity for a rear extension, subject to planning permissions. The two double bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom fitted with a bath.

The property is non-traditional, pre-cast concrete and, as such, will be unmortgageable. The property requires complete modernisation or replacement (subject to necessary planning consents).

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Outside

To the front of the property is a driveway with parking for two cars. The rear garden has great potential to be transformed into a tranquil retreat enjoying far-reaching countryside views across neighbouring fields. There is access into the integral store, as well as a couple of outbuildings, creating plenty of outdoor storage.

Services

As we are acting on behalf of the executors, we are unable to confirm which utilities service the property. Purchasers must make, and rely on, their own enquiries regarding compliance, location of services and connections into them. As per Ofcom's online service checker, Ultrafast broadband is available in the area and good outdoor mobile coverage is likely with at least three major providers.

Location

Blackford is located on raised ground close the to the Somerset Levels, it sits between the Mendip and Quantock Hills, designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a friendly, active community and has a pub, the village hall and community café, Coombes Micro Dairy, The Sexey’s Arms pub, and Axe Vale Vets, middle school and church. There is also a small play area next to the village hall.

The historic village of Wedmore is close by with an array of interesting shops including a gallery, village store, butchers and fishmongers, several cafes, three pubs, a chemist, dentist, travel agents and various hairdressers and therapists. Wedmore benefits from playing fields, with thriving tennis, football, bowls and cricket clubs. The Cathedral City of Wells is just 10 miles away, and the M5 motorway J22 just 10 minutes by car. Bristol International Airport is easily accessed just 16 miles away. The property is well situated in the Wessex Learning Trust catchment area fo...

Fixtures and Fittings

Fixtures and fittings currently in situ may not be included within the sale and could be removed prior to completion. A fixtures and fittings schedule will be included within the auction legal pack.

Designations and Covenants

The property is not listed, nor within any conservation areas or AONB.

Other Schemes

The land is not subject to any environmental or countryside stewardship schemes.

Footpaths and Rights Of Way

Not subject to any public footpaths. Further details of any other rights of way (if applicable) will be contained within the auction legal pack.

Solicitors

John Hodge Solicitors
James Gass acting

Completion Date

Completion has been set for 21st of October 2026 or earlier by mutual consent.

Registering to Bid and Administration Fee

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Deposit

Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours of the auction. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from.

Fees

Potential buyers should be aware that there may be additional fees payable to the Vendor’s solicitor on completion of the sale, details of which will be contained within the auction pack for each lot. At the launch of the property onto the market this information is not always available and so interested parties must refer to the auction pack and satisfy their enquiries.