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Guide Price£650,000

Saltmoor, Burrowbridge, Bridgwater, TA7

Land size
1.4 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Charming detached residence
  • Rural yet convenient location
  • Well-presented flexible accommodation
  • Attractive gardens
  • Summer house & home office
  • Garage and double carport
  • Extensive parking
  • Total plot approximately 1.4 acres

Description

A charming detached period residence situated in a rural yet convenient location. Attractive gardens, range of outbuildings, double carport and summer house. Total plot extends to approx. 1.4 acres.

Myrtle Tree Cottage is an attractive family home situated in an idyllic location on the edge of the Somerset Levels. This period residence has been well-maintained and upgraded by the current owner over the last 40 years and is now presented in good order throughout. This characterful property is set within gardens and grounds that extend to approximately 1.4 acres and benefits from a range of outbuildings that offer potential for a number of uses, subject to any necessary planning consents.

The well-presented and versatile accommodation is arranged over two floors and briefly comprises; an entrance door opens into a useful porch with further door leading into the spacious hallway. From the hallway, access can be gained into the two reception rooms, kitchen, bedroom two and ground floor WC along with a staircase rising to the first floor. The principal reception room has a stone fireplace which houses a wood burner and French doors open out to the garden. The double aspect dining room also overlooks the garden and has bi-fold doors leading out. The kitchen is well-fitted with an extensive range of wall, base and drawer units with a mix of wood and granite worktops, twin sinks and integral appliances to include; dishwasher and fridge freezer. There is also space for a range style cooker if desired. The kitchen opens into a light and airy conservatory/breakfast room which takes advantage of the gardens. Finally on the ground floor is bedroom two with built-in wardrobes and a modern ensuite bathroom which includes; bath, shower enclosure, WC and vanity sink unit.

On the first floor you will find three double bedrooms, the principal of which benefits from an ensuite shower room and eaves storage. The modern family bathroom includes a four piece suite comprising; bath, shower enclosure, WC and vanity sink unit. In addition, the landing offers a further WC and two useful storage cupboards.

An early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate this wonderful family home.

Saltmoor is a hamlet on the edge of the Somerset Levels. The small village of Burrowbridge which is under a mile away, with its famous Burrow Mump and ancient church ruins also has a more modern church and popular pub. The property is easily accessible to the surrounding towns and villages, including Bridgwater and Langport for day to day amenities including supermarkets, cafes, leisure facilities along with GP and dental practices. Street and Glastonbury, Street being well known for the independent school of Millfield and Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, with its shopping centre, three well known independent schools, Taunton School and King’s and Queen’s Colleges and King’s College Preparatory School. Richard Huish also has an excellent reputation as a Sixth Form College and attracts students from far and wide. There are excellent sports facilities, Taunton being the home of the County Cricket Ground and Taunton Race Course has regular meetings throughout the season. A main rail link can be found at Taunton and Bridgwater.

Directions
From J24 of the M5 follow the signs to Huntworth/Moorland. Continue for approximately 3 miles through the village of Moorland. As you exit the village follow West Yeo Road for approximately 1.5 miles and the property will be found on your right hand side.

The gardens and grounds of Myrtle Tree Cottage are a particular feature of the property and extend to approximately 1.4 acres. Predominantly laid to lawn with an abundance of shrubs and trees along with a plunge pool, pond, vegetable plots and greenhouse, copse and paddock, the outside space will appeal to families, keen gardeners and those with animals along with anyone who just wishes to enjoy the privacy and seclusion in one of the may seating areas. There are a range of outbuildings which include a double carport, detached garage with utility room, summer house and office/cabin offering the perfect place to work from home. A gravelled driveway provides ample parking and the property is gated and enclosed with hedge borders.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-10-01

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,628 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£464,286 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £196,951 / acre
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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
52 E
71 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.

Property Brochure

Seen the details? The full report adds the independent checks: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground.

Utilities & 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

46 Mbps

Superfast · available to 67% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Limited NoneVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

  • Middlezoy Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    5
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Othery Village School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    62
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Westonzoyland Community Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    169
    Type
    Community school
  • Stoke St Gregory Church of England Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    57
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • North Newton Community Primary School3.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    93
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Robert Blake Academy4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Bridgwater College Academy4.3 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    3 to 16
    Pupils
    1,561
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Haygrove School5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,051
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Chilton Trinity School5.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    990
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Huish Episcopi Academy5.7 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,192
    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

M&S Bridgwater Moto, Bridgwater3.3 miles
Lidl Bridgewater - Carnival Way, Bridgwater3.4 miles
Co-op Stockmoor Park Bridgwater, Bridgwater3.6 miles

GP surgery

North Petherton Surgery3.7 miles

Pharmacy

Stockmoor Pharmacy3.6 miles

Hospital

Bridgwater Hospital4.7 miles

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

Bridgwater Rail Station4.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Moorland Turn0.8 miles

Typical drive times

Taunton22 min · 11 miles
Langport16 min · 7.9 miles
Bridgwater22 min · 6.9 miles
Wells (city)38 min · 19 miles
North Petherton17 min · 9.7 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

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

High risk

Not at the pin: mapped about 30 metres away.

Planning map: Flood Zone 3.

Surface water

Medium to low risk (1 in 100 to 1 in 1000)

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

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.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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