Bush Road, Spaxton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5
- Land size
- 3 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Detached period residence
- Full of charm and character
- Rural position on the edge of desirable village
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
- Spacious & flexible accommodation
- Range of outbuildings & ample parking
- Attractive gardens & grounds
- Total plot approximately 3 acres
Description
A charming period cottage situated on the edge of the desirable village of Spaxton. Attractive gardens, outbuildings, garage and parking. Total plot extends to approximately 3 acres.
Bush Cottage is a substantial period residence on the edge of the village of Spaxton and within the heart of the Quantock Hills. This charming family home has a wealth of character features and dates back to the 1700's, with the current owners being in residence since 1985. The property benefits from fabulous countryside views and stands within attractive gardens and ground which extend to approximately 3 acres.
The spacious and versatile accommodation is arranged over two floor and briefly comprises; original front door opens into a porch with doors leading into the study/snug and principal lounge. The double aspect study is a cosy room with a fireplace housing a wood burner and is the perfect place for those working from home. The quadruple aspect lounge offers views across the gardens and countryside beyond, with French doors leading out and an attractive inglenook fireplace housing a wood burner. From the lounge you will enter into the dining hall with staircase rising to the first floor and understairs storage area with an original bread oven which now makes for the perfect wine shelf. A door provides access into the triple aspect kitchen/breakfast room which is well-proportioned and boasts a good range of units, breakfast bar area, attractive built-in seating area and useful larder cupboard. Finally on the ground floor you will find a rear lobby with coats cupboard and WC.
On the first floor the split landing offers access to a family bathroom and five bedrooms. Four of the bedrooms have built-in storage cupboards and all have fantastic views, bedroom one and two are triple aspect and the principal bedroom has an ensuite shower room. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite which includes a shower bath with shower over, WC and pedestal wash basin. An additional WC and wash basin can also be found on the first floor.
An early viewing is essential to fully appreciate this lovely village home.
The ever-popular village of Spaxton has the benefit of a post office and store, village hall, a primary school, church, inn and a number of other facilities. It has the distinctive advantage of lying at the foot of the Quantock Hills, an area designated of being of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and these hills offer opportunities for walking, riding and other rural pursuits. The village lies just over 5.6 miles from the town of Bridgwater and just over 8 miles from the county town of Taunton which can be reached over the hills. Both towns provide multiple shopping and scholastic facilities, together with a number of private schools in Taunton. Access to the M5 motorway can be gained at junctions 23 and 24 at Bridgwater and junction 25 at Taunton, which has the benefit of a direct line rail service to London Paddington. International airports can be found at both Bristol and Exeter.
The gardens and grounds are a particular feature of Bush Cottage and extend to approximately 3 acres. The garden is laid to lawn and surrounded by a variety of mature shrubs, plants and trees which offer an abundance of colour. There are flower and vegetable beds and a pond with stone bridge over. A ha-ha (sunken ditch) separates the garden from the adjoining paddock which ensures that any livestock keep out of the gardens, whilst maintaining an uninterrupted view with no requirement for a fence or wall. The paddock would be ideal for those with a horse or a few sheep. There are a range of outbuildings which include a double garage with power and light, attached greenhouse, Honey room with power and plumbing, wood store and workshop. A block paved driveway to the side provides parking for several vehicles with five bar gate leading into the paddock.
N.B. A footpath traverses along the eastern boundary.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-01
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,718 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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Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
80 Mbps
Superfast · available to 85% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
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 School846 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 51
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Enmore Church of England Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 144
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Nether Stowey Church of England Primary School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 144
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Cannington Church of England Primary School3.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 171
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 490
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Brymore Academy2.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 17
- Pupils
- 327
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Gender
- Boys
- Haygrove School4.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,051
- Type
- Academy converter
- Robert Blake School5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,014
- Type
- Foundation school
- Chilton Trinity School5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 990
- Type
- Academy converter
- Pyrland School5.9 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
* 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.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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Surface water
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