A handsome Grade II listed thatched farmhouse and annexe set within approximately 4 acres of gardens and paddock in a quiet hamlet location, just north of Yeovil.

GREEN CLOSE FARM, HINTON, YEOVIL BA22 8BA
A handsome Grade II listed thatched farmhouse and annexe set within approximately 4 acres of gardens and paddock in a quiet hamlet location, just north of Yeovil.Green Close Farm is a charming property with period accommodation including an entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen breakfast room, study/fourth bedroom, ground floor shower room, utility, three double bedrooms with one-en-suite and a family bathroom. There is a one-bedroom converted stable annexe included within the sale and a further one-bedroom cottage also available via additional negotiation.

Accommodation
The house is set back from the lane with ample parking, beautifully tended gardens with river frontage and a large level paddock.Green Close Farm is Grade II listed and dates back to the early 18th Century enjoying many period details throughout including ceiling beams, fireplaces and window seats. The property has picture perfect 'chocolate box' front and rear elevations with a thatched roof and well-manicured gardens to either side. The house has recently been run as a most successful holiday let, along with the nearby annexe and cottage, and alternatively it would be a wonderful family home with equestrian potential. Modern conveniences have been installed by the current owners too, including CAT 6 panek cabling with WiFi boosters throughout the house and to the stable annexe.

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At the rear of the house, a porch shelters the front door which enters the entrance hall. To the left hand side of the hall there is the dining room which then leads through to the sitting room in a classic Somerset Long House arrangement. The dual aspect sitting room has many period features including ceiling beam, recessed niches, window seats and a Ham Stone fireplace with inset wood burner.The adjoining dining room has a magnificent inglenook fireplace with an inset wood burner and bread oven as well as a south facing window overlooking the gardens with a window seat beneath. To the rear of the dining room there is a study which has previously been used as the fourth bedroom, served by the ground floor shower room which is accessed from the rear lobby.The kitchen is set in a farmhouse style with an oil-fired Aga and room for a kitchen table and Butchers block in the heart of the room. There is an additional electric cooker and plenty of fitted units with tiled worktops. Further character is enjoyed here with yet another window seat, a clay tiled floor, ceiling beam and exposed stonework. Off to the rear of the kitchen there is a rear hall with access back to the parking area, plus a pantry and utility room.

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Upstairs there are three comfortable double bedrooms, two of which have built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has an elegant en-suite bathroom with a claw foot bath, separate shower, a basin, w/c, and heated towel rail. Within the family bathroom there is a Jacuzzi bath with overhead shower, a basin and w/c.

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Annexe - The StableAs the name suggests, the annexe was converted from the original stable block. It has its own gated entrance and an attractive stone construction with timber cladding and a clay tiled roof. Internally there is a main kitchen dining and living room with a brand new kitchen and french doors, plus a large double bedroom and en-suite shower room. The entire annexe has been finished to extremely high standards with underfloor heating throughout and beautiful views over the river, paddock and countryside. It has made for a fabulous holiday let, bringing in good income for the current owners. The stable is located away from the house, ensuring good privacy for both you and potential guests. By the parking for the Stable there is an EV charging point and there are solar PV panels upon the Stable roof.Gardeners CottageThe vendors also own another one bedroom cottage close to the house which was formerly a barn within the grounds of the original farm. This has a similar layout to the stable annexe and could be made available via separate negotiation. It has its own private garden and is owned on a separate title. Further details can be made available upon request.

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OutsideFrom the village lane, a gravel driveway pulls into the grounds where there is safe and secure gated parking for several vehicles; especially necessary for guests and visitors to the house and annexe. The driveway continues past both buildings and across the bridge, allowing vehicular access to the paddock.Either side of the house there are neatly tended lawed gardens enclosed by a mixture of stone walling, and mixed hedgerows with deep flourishing borders, full of many flowers and shrubs including roses, hydrangeas, cosmos' and yellow ox-eyes to name a few. Immediately outside the house on the southern side there is a patio area which is a real sun trap. By the patio area there is a stone built wood-store and BBQ area. There is extensive outside lighting here with speaker cable throughout all areas. Away from the house, in the south-western corner there is a totally enchanting seating area underneath a mature willow tree which overlooks the river — a feature that very few properties enjoy. For added safety, all areas accessing the river have secure post and rail fencing along the banks.The paddock is an expansive level field with good drainage. It is essentially an island, being encircled by the River Yeo and its tributary on both sides. There is opportunity to acquire a finishing license for the River Yeo side of the paddock. The paddock itself amounts to nearly 3 acres in area making it ideal for a buyer looking for equestrian potential or indeed a smallholding.

About the area
Green Close Farm lies in a semi-rural location in the hamlet of Hinton on the outskirts of Mudford, which offers a range of facilities including a Farm Shop, Public House, Store, Church and Village Hall which offers a lively programme of events including a weekly coffee morning. The house enjoys the best of both worlds, being a short walk to the village, a short drive from Yeovil town centre and yet it enjoys total tranquility of the countryside. Within the nearby village of Trent (1 mile) there is an excellent Public House, The Rose and Crown; locally renowned for being one of the best in the area.Yeovil is within 4 miles where an excellent selection of shopping including a Marks and Spencer store, recreational and scholastic facilities can be found together with a mainline rail links to London (Waterloo). Yeovil Junction station links between Weymouth and Bristol.Castle Cary station gives access to London (Paddington) and Penzance. Sherborne is within 6 miles with its wide range of shops, including Waitrose supermarket, a railway and a choice of independent and state schools. The A303 can be joined within 5 miles.

Services
ServicesMains electricity and water. Oil fired central heating. Water Treatment Plant with capacity for use by 20 people. PV panels on the stable.Tenure: Freehold.Council Tax Band: ENB: There is a public right of way on the property.

Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

Tenure: Freehold