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£350,000

Building Plot with Traditional Stone Barns & Orchard at Compton Dundon, TA11

Land size
1.4 acres

Key Features

  • Full planning permission for a contemporary four-bedroom detached dwelling
  • Existing traditional stone barn to be retained
  • Plot extending to approximately 1.40 acres (0.57 hectares)
  • Edge of village location with mature orchard and countryside views
  • Approved dwelling extending to over 3,000 sq.ft.

Description

An exciting opportunity to acquire a building plot extending to approximately 1.40 acres (0.57 hectares) with full planning permission for the construction of an exceptional four-bedroom detached dwelling.

Description.
An exciting opportunity to acquire a building plot extending to approximately 1.40 acres (0.57 hectares) with full planning permission for the construction of an exceptional four-bedroom detached dwelling, situated in an attractive edge of village position on the outskirts of Compton Dundon. The approved scheme provides for a contemporary, single-storey home extending to over 3,000 sq.ft. thoughtfully designed to combine modern open-plan living with the character of the existing traditional stone barn, which is to be retained as part of the development. The accommodation has been carefully planned to create light-filled living spaces, four double bedrooms and high-quality family accommodation, all arranged around an attractive courtyard setting.

The proposed dwelling has been designed with sustainability in mind and incorporates an air source heat pump, Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) and photovoltaic panels, creating an energy-efficient home without compromising on style or functionality. The plot comprises mature gardens and an established orchard with a variety of fruit trees, together with areas of lawn and hardstanding, providing an attractive setting for the approved dwelling. The generous plot offers ample space for landscaping and outdoor entertaining whilst enjoying views over the surrounding countryside.

Services.
The property benefits from mains water and mains electricity. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the relevant service providers.

Tenure.
Freehold with vacant possession.

Designations.
The land is not within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, however it is located within the Green Belt.

Local Authorities.
Somerset County Council –

Rights of Way, Easements etc.
The property is not believed to be affected by any public rights of way. The property is sold subject to all rights, including rights of way whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies, and other rights, covenants, agreements and all existing and proposed wayleaves, masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas or other pipes, whether referred to in these particulars or not.

Planning.
Full planning permission has been granted by Somerset Council for the demolition of the existing modern agricultural building and the erection of a contemporary four-bedroom detached dwelling, whilst retaining the traditional stone barn. The approved dwelling extends to approximately 3,000 sq ft and has been thoughtfully designed to provide high-quality family accommodation. Planning Permission Ref. No. 24/02505/FUL. Copies of the planning permission and associated documents are available from the selling agents or via Somerset Council's planning portal.

Viewings.
Strictly by appointment with the selling agents, Killens.

Restrictive Covenant/Development Clawback.
The property is not subject to a restrictive covenant or development clawback/uplift clause.

Boundaries.
The ownership of the boundaries are in accordance with the custom of the country. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries.

VAT.
The purchase is not subject to VAT.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-07-08

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 45 Building Plots listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£250,000 / acre
Building Plots Average (1+ acres) £185,776 / acre
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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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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good LimitedThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Brookside Community Primary School1.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    544
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Butleigh Church of England Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    98
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Hindhayes Infant School2.1 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    5 to 7
    Pupils
    165
    Type
    Community school
  • Elmhurst Junior School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    210
    Type
    Academy converter
  • King Ina Church of England Academy2.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    343
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Crispin School Academy2.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    978
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Dunstan's School4.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    529
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Huish Episcopi Academy5.4 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,192
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Blue School8.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,362
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ansford Academy9.5 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    469
    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

Morrisons Daily Street Ivythorn Road, Street1.9 miles
Morrisons Daily Street West End, Street2.2 miles
Co-op Street, Street2.2 miles

GP surgery

Vine Surgery Partnership2.3 miles

Pharmacy

Boots2.3 miles

Hospital

Butleigh Hospital1.9 miles

Green space

Playing Field872 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Castle Cary Rail Station9.1 miles

Nearest bus stop

War Memorial125 metres

Typical drive times

Street7 min · 2.5 miles
Langport17 min · 8 miles
Somerton7 min · 3.5 miles
Glastonbury11 min · 4.5 miles
Wells (city)22 min · 11 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

A 1 in 30 or greater chance each yearHigher risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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