Barn at Knapp Hill, Leigh on Mendip

A modern agricultural barn with planning permission to convert to a contemporary and attractive open plan three-bedroom home situated on the edge of the charming and popular village of Leigh upon Mendip.
Situated in gorgeous open countryside close to From and Babington House.

Description.
A unique opportunity to purchase a barn with full planning permission to convert to an attractive and contemporary dwelling of about 2,000 sq.ft. set in a plot extending to about 0.3 acres. The accommodation to be provided includes an expansive open plan kitchen and sitting room, a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, a further en-suite bedroom, a bedroom and a family bathroom with all rooms enjoying views over the surrounding countryside. The property includes sufficient land to create attractive gardens with parking.

About the Area.
Situated just above the popular village of Leigh on Mendip the property is in close proximity to the centre of the village (0.5 miles) where there is a pub, primary school and active community. It is situated in a rural position within the Somerset countryside with many footpaths and bridleways nearby. The village lies between the cities of Wells (12 miles), Bristol (23 miles), Bath (15 miles) and the bustling town of Frome (3 miles) with a wide range of cultural, sporting and commercial facilities. There are excellent state and independent schools including a number of local primary schools, Writhlington, Norton Hill, All Hallows, Downside, Wells Cathedral, Millfield and the Bath schools. The much renowned Babington House is a short drive away, as are The Newt and The Pig. There is a frequent train service from Bath Spa (for Paddington) and Westbury and Frome (For Waterloo) to London. Bristol international Airport is also within commuter distance providing an ever-expanding network of services.

The property adjoins Knapp Hill Lane, which is part of a wider network of country lanes which eventually lead to the A37 or A36.

The property is ideally suited to those wishing to create a dwelling which is set in attractive countryside close to nearby settlements.

Planning.

Full planning permission was granted in October 2024 (ref 2024/1125/FUL) for the conversion of the barn to a three-bedroom dwelling. Permission was granted in February 2025 (ref 2024/2059/FUL) for the creation of a new access track to the proposed barn conversion.

Local Authorities.
Somerset Council

Tenure.
Freehold with vacant possession.

Services.
Mains water is connected. There is an accessible electricity supply in the locality

Viewings.
All viewings by strict appointment with the selling agents, Killens :

Rights of Way, Easements etc.
The land is not crossed by a footpath or any other rights of way. It is believed that the property is not affected by any other similar matters. The property is sold however 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.

Agents Notes.
No uplift clause or restrictive covenants will be applicable. The purchase price is not subject to VAT.

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