Beacon, Doulting, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4

• Available August 2026
• Unfurnished
• Newly redecorated


Description
Knapps Farm comprises an attractive detached farmhouse providing 5-bedrooms, a detached 1-bedroom holiday let, a detached agricultural building, a large driveway with ample parking, and mature gardens, all situated within open countryside but close to the village amenities.

The property has been recently redecorated and the accommodation on the ground floor comprises of entrance hall with doors to rooms and stairs to first floor. Sitting room with wood burning stove and French doors to outside. Cloakroom. Kitchen with rear entrance porch, utility room and wet room. Dining room with newly fitted log burner and conservatory off.
At first floor, landing with doors to rooms and large airing cupboard. The first floor provides four bedrooms, all with en-suites. From bedroom 1 is a staircase leading up to the attic which provides a fifth bedroom.

Outside the property enjoys mature gardens and ample driveway and parking space.

Located a short distance from the farmhouse is The Old Bell Tower, a two storey, 1-bedroom holiday let with its own courtyard garden to the rear. The accommodation comprises of entrance hall with shower room, stairs to first floor and open plan kitchen/dining area and sitting room. At first floor, a single bedroom.

There is a detached 3-bay agricultural building with a Gross Internal Area of 98.62 Sqm (1,061.5 Sqft).

There are four additional paddocks with a field shelter available by separate negotiation shown outlined blue and purple on the enclosed plan.


Location
Knapps Farm is located in a rural position off Kings Road, close to the villages of Stoke St. Micheal and Doulton. Stoke St. Michael provides a Londis store with post office, a primary school, church and a village pub.

Located within walking distance of the property is the Waggon & Horses public house.

The town of Shepton Mallet is under 3 miles away and provides additional shopping and leisure facilities along with Shepton Mallet hospital. The property is also located approximately 9 miles from Frome and 7 miles from the Cathedral City of Wells whilst also within easy reach of both Bath and Bristol.

The property is well connected to main roads including the A367, A37 and A303. There are mainline railway stations at both Frome and Castle Cary with direct services to London Paddington.

It should be noted that the property is within close proximity to a working quarry.


Directions
Approaching from the A361 from Shepton Mallet, take the left turning into Doulting and continue on Chelynch Road for about 0.5 miles, bear left onto Kings Road until you reach the crossroads with the Waggon & Horses pub visible. Carry on straight across the crossroads and the property will be found after a short distance on the right hand side.


Material information
Council Tax Band: G (Somerset council Website for cost)

Knapps Farmhouse: EPC E
The Old Bell Tower: EPC D

It should be noted that the property is within close proximity to a working quarry.

Services
Mains electric, mains water and private drainage. The farmhouse is serviced by a new oil-fired central heating boiler.

The farmhouse has solar panels installed on the roof. In addition, there are solar panels on the roof of the agricultural building which powers two new electric vehicle charging points.

Internet & Mobile: Further information on availability and speeds can be found at Ofcom website. Internet service available is Openreach.

The deposit will be £3,000 subject to the rent being as advertised at £2,600 pcm.