Northay, Nr Chard, TA20

Northay Farmhouse is believed to date back to the 15th century, being a traditional cross-passage farmhouse. Whilst retaining many original features including exposed timbers and stone work and inglenook fireplaces, the house has been sympathetically extended to now provide a substantial and charming family home offering flexible living in a delightful setting.

Externally the gardens are extensive and beautifully landscaped with lawns patios and established borders with southerly aspect. There is a beautiful stone barn to the rear which would lend itself well to conversion, subject to permission. For keeping horses at home there are equestrian facilities with stables and arena and rented 3-4 acres of grazing across the lane. The onward chain is well progressed so a quick move can be offered. In about 0.8 acres.



SITUATION
Chard 4 miles, Ilminster 7 miles, Taunton 11 miles, Exeter 30 miles, Bristol 64 miles. Mainline Trains: Axminster Station to London Waterloo 3hrs 15m, Crewkerne to London Waterloo 3hrs. International Airports: Exeter Airport 24 miles and Bristol Airport 52 miles. Northay Farmhouse has excellent road links with the A303 less than 1.5 miles away connecting London to the West Country and the M5 under half an hour away.

EDUCATION
There is an impressive array of schools in the area including Combe St Nicholas CofE primary, The Redstart primary, Holyrood Academy, Wadham School. Independent schools in the area include Chard School, Perrott Hill, King`s Collage Taunton, Taunton School, Millfield School and Wellington School. Further details for private schools schools can be found at isc.co.uk or via schoolsearch.co.uk. More comprehensive state school information can be obtained via the local authority at somerset.gov.uk.

LOCAL SPORTING & RECREATION
Northay Farmhouse is situated in a beautiful rural hamlet with a good range of facilities in nearby Chard, including multiple large supermarkets, recreational ground, leisure centre,veterinary practise, minor injury hospital, good range of shops, theatre, pubs, restaurants and cafes. More comprehensive services are available in Taunton. The historic Jurassic Coast is about 16 miles away. Golf Clubs within motoring distance and Chard Equestrian competition centre just 9 miles away. Racing is at Taunton, Exeter and Wincanton.

NORTHAY FARMHOUSE
Northay Farmhouse is believed to date back to the 15th century, being a traditional cross-passage farmhouse. Whilst retaining many original features, over the years the house has been sympathetically extended and carefully restored to now provide a substantial and charming family home with immense character.
Accommodation briefly comprising reception hallway with vaulted ceiling, sitting room with inglenook fireplace and log burner, dining room with magnificent vaulted ceiling and galleried landing, second sitting room with inglenook fireplace, oak framed reception room with semi-vaulted ceiling and bi-fold doors onto the garden. Kitchen, utility room, boot room and downstairs shower room. To the first floor there is a principal bedroom suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, guest bedroom with en-suite facilities, 2 further double bedrooms, 5th bedroom/study and `Jack & Jill` bathroom.

EXTERNAL & EQUESTRIAN
The property is approached through double gates leading to a gravel driveway with turning area. A beautifully established and landscaped garden with a south west facing patio area, numerous stocked borders and beds, mature trees and pergola with steps leading down to a sunken pond with adjoining sitting area.

There is a detached stone barn to the rear which would be ideal for conversion, subject to permissions.

The attached double garage is currently converted into 2 loose boxes but can be re-established as garaging

To the rear there are further lawned areas, an all weather arena and kitchen garden.

Further grazing land available to rent in the lane - Approximately 3 - 4 acres.

VIEWINGS
All viewings strictly by appointment
through the agents on 01722 782727.


DIRECTIONS
From the A303 take the exit sign posted to Chard, Wadeford and Combe St Nicholas near the Italian restaurant La Campagna. Take the first turning on your right for about a mile, at the triangle turn left and immediately right onto Beetham Lane for half a mile and Northay Farmhouse is the last house on the left hand side within the hamlet of Northay.

AGENTS NOTES
Fox Grant and their clients give notice that: They have no authority to make or give
any representations or warranties in relation to the property.
1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of
the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied
upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs
and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should
not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or
other consents and Fox Grant have not tested any services, equipment or facilities.
Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Plans, Areas and Schedules These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for
reference only. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle either
party to compensation in respect thereof.
EPC Band C
Local Authority South Somerset Council Tel: 030012 32224
Council Tax Band F
EPC exempt
Services Mains electricity and water, private drainage & oil fired central heating.
Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixture, fittings and garden
ornaments are excluded from the sale.
Tenure The property is sold Freehold
Particulars Prepared in December 2023 by Caitlin Henderson
Property Code CV, EQ, SH, FL



Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.