South Barrow, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22

A detached, Grade II Listed former farmhouse also offering a superb one bedroom converted stable providing annexed accommodation/income. Grounds extending to 1 acre.

Old Farm is a quintessential former Somerset farmhouse, Listed Grade II for its architectural appeal and importance. This quite delightful and characterful home has the major benefits of an independent but close by converted stable that is currently used for short term lets, but could easily be lived in by a relative requiring independent living space.

The main dwelling contains many character features associated with properties of this age to include numerous flagstone floors and ceiling beams to name but a few. This welcoming and cosy home has an excellent amount of living accommodation spread over ground and first floors with the property having had a large double storey extension added during the 1990s.

There are two quite superb reception rooms, one being within the original dwelling, featuring a beamed ceiling and a traditional inglenook fireplace with wood burner and bread oven, whilst the larger of the two rooms forms part of the extension and sits at the rear, being triple aspect with French doors opening to the garden and also containing a fireplace with a wood burner. Further on the ground floor is a delightful kitchen that is open plan to a farmhouse style dining room that also has a fireplace with woodburner, making the overall room a welcoming and social space. The kitchen, in true farmhouse style, features an AGA (oil fired).

On the first floor the master bedroom is particular spacious and enjoys a charming ensuite bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath.

There are three further bedrooms, supported by a generous bathroom with separate shower, whilst further on the first floor is a substantial landing that is currently used as a study area.

The owners have carried out numerous improvements, the most significant of which was the transformation of the former stable into a quite delightful and independent single storey dwelling. This skilfully created property offers independent living for relatives/friends if needed, alternatively providing a good income in the form of short term holiday lets (see agent’s note).
The property comprises a double bedroom, a well appointed shower room ensuite, whilst the majority of accommodation lies in the form a kitchen/sitting/dining room as depicted in the available video. The stable also enjoys its own low maintenance and private rear garden.

A further major improvement was the replacement of the thatch that took place in 2017, with the porch having been refurbished last year. In addition the private drainage system was replaced with a new treatment plant in order to comply with current regulations, this took place in 2019.

AGENTS NOTE:

The stable is currently let on a holiday cottage basis via Sykes Cottages - please see link in sales brochure.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

We understand that mains electricity and water are connected. Private drainage, oil central heating to both properties.

Council Tax: Somerset Council—Band F.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Broadband: Currently via Wessex Broadband on fibre. This is an independent supplier providing fast broadband to rural villages.

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, Three and Vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

Flooding: The property is in an area at a very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding.

Right of Way: Please note there is a public footpath at the entrance of the
driveway, that provides access to a field at the rear. Due to it not being close
to the property or garden, it is not considered to affect the privacy of the
house or The Stable.

South Barrow is a charming and tranquil rural village, perfectly placed for enjoying scenic countryside walks right from your doorstep.

Nearby Sparkford offers convenient local amenities, including a public house, garage and village shop. Just 6 miles away, the vibrant market town of Castle Cary provides an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, and everyday services. Its mainline railway station offers direct links to London Paddington, making the area ideal for commuters and visitors alike.

The surrounding towns of Yeovil, Bruton, and Sherborne offer a wealth of cultural, educational and recreational attractions. Both Bruton and Sherborne benefit from mainline stations with regular services to London Waterloo, adding to the superb transport connections in the area.

Old Farm is slightly elevated from the village road and enjoys its own private, gated entrance that opens to a substantial gravelled drive that provides an extensive amount of parking for both the house and the stable, whilst there is a further gated driveway beside the main dwelling that provides direct access to the garages and workshop.

The delightful and substantial gardens lie on all sides of the property with the majority being at the rear. The garden features lawns, a large patio/entertaining area immediately to the rear, a dedicated vegetable growing area with numerous raised beds all contained within a 1 acre plot.

The garages and workshop are situated beside the house, providing car/accessory storage.