Bladon Hill, Kingsbury Episcopi, Martock, Somerset

THE AGENT SAYS…
Higher Farm is a unique property that comprises a fantastic family home and a purpose built self-contained annexe that is an impressive property in its own right. The house and grounds are impeccably presented and include a huge range of outbuildings, one of which is a dedicated recording studio. The grounds extend to 0.79 acres in total and incorporate the garden, annexe, yard, and small paddock. This super property could suit a huge range of different buyers and is sure to be popular with all it has to offer and its location in the sought-after village of Kingsbury Episcopi.

THE PROPERTY
Main House
The impressively spacious double-height hallway has
built-in storage, a WC, and attractive spindle staircase with galleried landing. To the right is a large family room which is separate from the other living accommodation. The rest of the ground floor is broken plan with all of the rooms interconnected by glazed double doors. To the left is the large, bright sitting room which is centred around an attractive fireplace with wood burning stove. The sitting room connects with the dining room which is a great size, comfortably accommodating a dining table for ten. The kitchen is through a wide archway, a door leads out to the conservatory, and bifold doors open up the back of the dining room to the patio/garden. The kitchen has a great practical layout with plenty of circulation space, and is finished in a mellow palette of cream and oak tones, punctuated by a stylish black range cooker. The kitchen leads back to the hall and round to the snug and utility. The snug is currently used as a music room and links to the conservatory. The utility joins the house to the garage and has a sink, storage, space/plumbing for a washing machine, and door out to the drive/garden.

On the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The capacious principal suite has abundant fitted storage, a dedicated dressing room and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms are generous doubles and also have fitted wardrobes. Bedroom 2 has Jack and Jill access to the family bathroom which has a bath and separate shower. There is a built-in storage cupboard for towels/linens on the landing. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms and an additional shower room.

Annexe
The annexe comprises a galley kitchen/dining room; WC; impressive sitting room with glazed wall and bifold doors to the garden; and a double bedroom with fitted storage and ensuite.

GARDEN & GROUNDS

The house is elevated and set back from the street, with a lovely range of trees and shrubs complementing the stone facade. Wide, shallow steps, flanked by lawn and planted beds, lead to the main entrance, which is protected by a tiled porch. There is pedestrian access to the rear garden alongside the attached garage. Vehicle access to the property is at the rear, with a large gravel driveway leading to the attached garage, dedicated recording studio, and the stable yard/paddock area.

The rear garden in beautifully landscaped in a potager style with geometric raised beds filled with mixed planting. Abutting the house there are two delightful patio areas, both wrapped with plant-filled raised brick beds. The conservatory opens to an intimate patio area with space for a bistro table to enjoy morning coffee. Adjoining this, and with direct access from the dining room is a much larger patio for family and friends to enjoy outdoor dining. Alongside the dining room is a covered outdoor kitchen area for long afternoons enjoying the garden with company. When the afternoon turns to evening there is a delightful covered seating area with fire pit in the far corner, perfect for toasting marshmallows as the sun sets.

Beyond the rear garden is a yard surrounded by outbuildings which include: a timber shed, two greenhouses, open barn/carport, large garage/workshop with double doors, further garage/workshop, stable/hay store and tack room. Beyond the yard is a small paddock.

The annexe sits in in own private garden which is similar in style to that of the main house and laid to gravel and paving for easy maintenance. There is a small brick workshop alongside the annexe.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating. Two solar panel arrays - photovoltaic and solar thermal heating.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
EPC - Current Rating C

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Somerset Council - Tax Band G (Main House) and Band A (Annexe)