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£700,000

Dinnington, Hinton St. George, Somerset, TA17

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Characterful former chapel conversion
  • Flexible accommodation over two floors
  • Study/home office
  • Ground floor shower room
  • Stunning 21ft sitting room
  • Exposed beams and period features
  • Private courtyard gardens
  • Gated driveway parking
  • Countryside views

Description

A Beautifully Converted Former Chapel with Three Double Bedrooms, Flexible Living Space and Countryside Views

There are homes that simply provide accommodation, and then there are homes that tell a story.

Old Chapel is one of those increasingly rare properties that offers genuine character, individuality and charm in abundance. Nestled within the sought-after hamlet of Dinnington, surrounded by rolling Somerset countryside, this striking former chapel has been thoughtfully converted to create a wonderful home that effortlessly combines period features with modern-day practicality.

From the moment you arrive, the property's attractive stone elevations, original arched windows and private courtyard setting hint at something rather special. Beyond the front door, the accommodation retains much of the character that makes converted chapels so desirable, including exposed timbers, impressive proportions and an abundance of natural light.

The heart of the home is a magnificent sitting room extending to over 21 feet in length, featuring exposed beams, attractive fireplace and original chapel-style windows that flood the room with natural light whilst creating a wonderfully warm and inviting atmosphere.

Adjacent is a generous kitchen and dining room, providing an ideal space for everyday family life and entertaining alike.

The versatility of the accommodation is a particular feature of the property. In addition to two first-floor bedrooms and family bathroom, the ground floor offers a further double bedroom, study and shower room, creating excellent potential for guest accommodation, multi-generational living or those seeking a degree of single-level living.

Outside, the property continues to impress. A gated gravel driveway provides private parking whilst the enclosed courtyard gardens and terraces offer a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful rural surroundings. Beyond the property are attractive countryside views that reinforce the sense of tranquillity and village living.

Dinnington enjoys an enviable position close to the picturesque villages of Hinton St George and South Petherton, both renowned for their thriving communities, character properties and excellent local amenities. For those seeking village life without isolation, the location strikes a perfect balance.

Old Chapel presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly individual home brimming with character in one of South Somerset's most desirable locations.

Key Features
• Characterful former chapel conversion
• Three double bedrooms
• Flexible accommodation over two floors
• Study/home office
• Ground floor shower room
• Family bathroom
• Stunning 21ft sitting room
• Generous kitchen/dining room
• Exposed beams and period features
• Private courtyard gardens
• Gated driveway parking
• Countryside views
• Sought-after village location

Palmer Snell Summary
A truly individual Somerset home full of charm and character. Whether you're searching for a lifestyle move, a countryside retreat or simply a home that stands apart from the ordinary, Old Chapel is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-09-14

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
39 E
76 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

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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Mains
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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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
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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 · available to 21% of premises

Suitable for

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

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree 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

  • Hinton St George Church of England Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    90
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Merriott Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    126
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Shepton Beauchamp Church School2.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    23
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Herne View Church of England Primary2.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    401
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ashlands Church of England Primary School2.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    141
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Wadham School3.3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    763
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Holyrood Academy5.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,282
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Stanchester Academy6.1 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    829
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Beaminster School8.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    673
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Christian
  • Preston School Academy8.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,003
    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

Budgens Merriott, Merriott2.5 miles
Tesco Ilminster Superstore, Ilminster2.7 miles
Co-op Ilminster, Ilminster2.8 miles

GP surgery

Symphony South Healthcare3.1 miles

Pharmacy

Merriott Pharmacy2.4 miles

Hospital

Crewkerne Hospital3.2 miles

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Crewkerne Rail Station4.1 miles

Nearest bus stop

Allowenshay Village0.7 miles

Typical drive times

Chard15 min · 7.6 miles
Crewkerne10 min · 4.6 miles
Ilminster10 min · 3.5 miles
Wells (city)52 min · 29 miles
South Petherton12 min · 3.9 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

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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