Broomfield, Bridgwater Guide Price £950,000

A substantial detached period farmhouse, offering spacious family-sized accommodation, occupying a stunning rural yet accessible location in the Quantock hills, in grounds of about 3.5 acres with riding arena and outbuildings. No onward chain

The property

Oggshole Farm comprises a substantial detached Victorian farmhouse which offers light, airy and spacious family-sized accommodation. It enjoys a delightful rural location in the heart of the Quantock hills, surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet is readily accessible to both Taunton and Bridgwater. The garden enjoys a westerly aspect and situated to the rear of the property is a large yard with stables and barns.  There are 2 fenced paddocks and a riding arena, making this an ideal property for those with equestrian interests.  

The accommodation

A large hallway provides access to the sitting room and family room, which both enjoy a westerly aspect and a lovely outlook over the garden.  The dining room is another well proportioned room, with high ceilings and doors open to the rear paved terrace.  The kitchen/breakfast room is of typical farmhouse proportions, with Aga and pantry and opens to the utility room/rear porch with access to the rear courtyard.

First floor

The main bedroom is of a good size and includes an en suite shower room and walk in wardrobe.  A guest bedroom also has an en suite shower room. There are 2 further double bedrooms and a well appointed family bath/shower room.  

Outside

The property is approached over a long driveway giving access to a large courtyard providing ample parking and access to the stables and barn which are found to the rear of the house.  Attached to the main house is a garage and an adjacent workshop/hobbies room.  The front garden enjoys a lovely westerly aspect, whilst situated on the south side of the property can be found a paved terrace.  There are 2 paddocks and a riding arena.  In all the grounds extend to about 3.5acres 

Situation


Oggshole Farm occupies an attractive rural location within the Quantock Hills, which have been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They provide miles of footpaths and bridleways, ideal for those with walking and riding interests. Despite enjoying a rural location, the property is well placed being about 5 miles (10 minutes) from Taunton and junction 25 of the M5 motorway is about 6 miles away, whilst junction 24 at North Petherton is about 5 miles away. The nearby village of Kingston St Mary, has a thriving community, with Primary School, Pub, Garage, Playing Field, Village Hall and Church. Fyne Court, owned by the National Trust is also close by.

Directions

From Greenway in Monkton Heathfield proceed to the top of the road and at the Sidbrook junction proceed straight ahead towards Broomfield. Follow the road for about 1.75 miles and at the top of the hill turn left. Follow this road until the junction and then turn right, the driveway to the property is on your left. Alternatively proceed in a northerly direction out of Taunton heading towards Hestercombe. Passing Hestercombe on your right continue up Volis Hill and at the Volis crossroads, take the right hand turning. Continue on this road for three quarters of a mile and the driveway will be found on the left hand side.