Aisholt, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5
- Land size
- 1 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Detached period cottage
- Picturesque & elevated setting
- Desirable Quantock Hills location
- Character features & modern comforts
- Self-contained detached annexe
- Attractive gardens & paddock
- Swimming pool and sun terrace
- Double garage
Description
A unique period Cottage situated in a picturesque setting within the heart of the Quantock Hills. Heated swimming pool, double garage, parking, annexe & attractive gardens. Total plot extends to just under an acre. No onward chain.
Chedzoy is a charming detached cottage situated in an elevated position within the desirable hamlet of Aisholt. This period home dates back to the early 17th century with latter extension in the 1960's. Over the last 18 years, the current owners have maintained and improved the property with the addition of a kitchen extension. This family home offers a wealth of character features and is offered for sale with no onward chain.
The spacious and well-presented accommodation is arranged over two floor and briefly comprises; an entrance door opens into a hallway with staircase rising to the first floor, WC/utility and doors leading into the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen is well-fitted with a good range of units along with a useful pantry. The kitchen opens into a fantastic L-shaped breakfast room and study area with Aga, Velux windows, doors opening into the dining room and external door leading out to the gardens. Both the dining room and sitting room are well-proportioned with ceiling beams and Inglenook fireplaces.
On the first floor there is a family bathroom with four piece suite to include a bath and separate shower cubicle. You will find three bedrooms all of which have built-in storage and the principal bedroom is triple aspect with fine views over the gardens and Quantock Hills.
Additionally, there is a stone built detached single storey annexe with sitting/bedroom, kitchen, shower room and conservatory, perfectly place to enjoy the beautiful gardens.
An early viewing is essential to fully appreciate this lovely home in a pretty, rural setting.
The stunning hamlet of Aisholt is nestled within the Quantock Hills and is almost equidistant from the county town of Taunton and Bridgwater. Many rural pursuits can be enjoyed within the Quantock Hills and the property is to be found a short distance from Hawkridge Reservoir, well known for its fly fishing. The nearest village of note is Nether Stowey which offers a fine range of village amenities to include a convenience store, pubs, Primary School and Medical Centre. The town of Bridgwater is approximately 8 miles away and offers a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities. You will find mainline rail links at Bridgwater and Taunton and access to the M5 motorway.
The gardens and grounds of Chedzoy are a particular feature of the property and extend to approximately 1 acre in total. Elevated in nature and featuring a large sun terrace offering outstanding views and beside which is a heated swimming pool, providing the perfect places for summer entertaining and outside dining. A double garage is located below with up and over door, light, power and swimming pool controls. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with an abundance of mature trees, shrubs and attractive flower beds. Beyond the first section of garden is a fenced area with a good selection of trees together with a timber potting shed, vegetable beds and a pedestrian gate opening to the paddock. The paddock extends to approx. half an acre and contains a useful field shelter and separate gated access at the top which is via a side lane.
Agents Note
Please be aware that the gravelled drive directly in front of the cottage does not in fact belong to it but there is a permanent right of access to gain access to the garage.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-06
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,680 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 93% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Spaxton CofE Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 51
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Enmore Church of England Primary School2.7 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 144
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Nether Stowey Church of England Primary School2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 144
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Crowcombe CofE VA Primary School3.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 50
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Kingston St Mary Church of England Primary School4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 112
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Brymore Academy4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 17
- Pupils
- 327
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Gender
- Boys
- Haygrove School5.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,051
- Type
- Academy converter
- Pyrland School5.7 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Robert Blake School6.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,014
- Type
- Foundation school
- Chilton Trinity School6.6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 990
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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