5 bedroom equestrian property for sale

A substantial and historic, Grade II listed former mill located in a remarkable position on the edge of Kingsbury Episcopi with far reaching countryside views. The property offers an abundance of character features, expansive accommodation, gardens and allocated parking.

Additional land and stabling extending to approximately 5.51 acres is available in two lots via separate negotiation.

Offered for sale with no onward chain.


Dating back to the 18th Century, The Wheelhouse at Gawbridge Mill was reputably built using local Hamstone from the nearby Muchelney Abbey and was a fully working mill until the 1960’s.

The site was later converted into residential properties with The Wheelhouse retaining some fascinating remnants of the former mill including ownership of the wheel and gearing room, a section of the river and sluice gates, as well as mill stones and gearing wheels inside the property.

The property has previously been run as a successful bed and breakfast and could offer opportunities to a potential purchaser for income generation with the flexible and spacious accommodation set out over three floors offering plenty of space for relaxing and entertaining.

The accommodation comprises an initial entrance hall which is laid with flagstone flooring opening through to the sitting/dining room. This cosy reception room features exposed stone walls, a inset wood burner, a door to the sun terrace as well as integral window which overlooks the wheel room.

Situated on the opposite side of the entrance hall, the kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base units, Belfast sink, an integrated fridge/freezer, two Hotpoint drawer fridges, a Range master cooker, dishwasher and microwave.

Conveniently located off the kitchen is a separate pantry cupboard along with the utility/boot room and downstairs WC/shower and a door opening to the garden at the front of the property.

Stairs rise to the first floor accommodation which comprises a well proportioned and naturally light reception hall which enjoys beautiful views over the river and countryside beyond as well featuring the former gearing wheel for the mill and a Juliette balcony.

The four double bedrooms all benefit from glorious countryside views and an abundance of character features such as exposed stonework, wooden ceilings beams and stone mullion windows with the first and second bedrooms also featuring the former mill stones.

There is also a well appointed shower room and separate bathroom which serve all four bedrooms.

A further set of stairs rises to a half landing where the bar/kitchenette area is located along with access to an open storage area. On the second floor is most impressive 57’8 foot family room/occasional bedroom and study area all of which benefit from scenic far reaching views from the triple aspect windows.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electric and water are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating. Drainage is via a sewerage treatment plant which is shared between three properties but is separately metered.

LOT 2 benefits from a solar array on the roof of the stable block, currently providing electricity to the stables and The Wheelhouse together with exporting to the grid on a feed in tariff generating approximately £3,000 per annum. Should LOT 2 be sold separately from The Wheelhouse, the electricity supply to The Wheelhouse will be disconnected.

LOT 2 benefits from a mains water connection along with a water harvesting system which also extends to troughs on the land within LOT 3. The mains water supply will need to be separately metered if LOT’s 2 and 3 are sold separately from one another.

Somerset Council—Band F.

EPC—Exempt.

TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING
The property, notwithstanding any description contained in these particulars, is sold subject to any Development Plan, Tree Preservation Order, Town Planning Scheme, Resolution Notice, which may be or may come to be in force and also subject to any statutory provision or Bye-laws without any obligation on the part of the vendor to specify them.

RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS ETC
We are not aware of any rights of way over the land and the property is sold as far as required by the vendor and will be conveyed subject to all rights of way, easements and way leaves of telegraphs poles, drains and wires, electric pylons and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any). 

TENURE
The land is of freehold tenure with full vacant possession available upon completion of the purchase.

The property is situated in the heart of the stunning Somerset Levels, surrounded by beautiful countryside which offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing (subject to licences) as well water sports such as paddle boarding on the River Parrett.
A number of local towns and villages such as Kingsbury Episcopi, Martock and South Petherton are within easy reaching distance, each providing numerous day to day amenities including shops, doctors, chemists, schools and bus services to neighbouring towns and villages.

The larger towns of Crewkerne (with Waitrose supermarket) and Yeovil are also within a short drive o the property, both having railway stations giving access to London Waterloo and the remainder of the West Country. There is also easy access to the A303, A38 and the motorway at Taunton junction 25, which lies just 17 miles distant.

At the front of the property is a low maintenance, west facing garden which is enclosed by a stone wall with a gate leading across a driveway to the allocated parking, for one car, in front of the workshop. The brick built workshop was formerly the strong room for the mill and still features original flagstone flooring as well as the payment hole through which the workers were paid. The workshop provides a generous storage space and benefits from having power and lights connected.

A sun terrace is situated on the south side of the property which overlooks the river, sluice gates and surrounding countryside. This is an idyllic, serene spot to enjoy alfresco dining, relax and soak up the sunshine. A door opens into the sitting/dining room on the ground floor, whilst on the opposite side there is further access through a covered passageway into the gearing room and wheelhouse where the water wheel is situated.

The main garden is located across the lane and set out in a series of spaces which include a central lawned area with supporting planted borders and a range of established trees, a gravelled seating area, ideal for cosy evenings by a Chimnea, along with a dedicated vegetable growing area with a shed and greenhouse which is enclosed by picket fencing.

LAND & STABLES

LOT 2 – Comprises an excellent stable block (169m2) of timber construction under onduline roof with concrete yard adjoining. The stable block includes four stables together with a secure tack room, feed and hay stores, workshop and a carriage store and is set within approximately 2.32 acres (0.94 Ha) of level permanent pasture land. The land is accessed directly from the public highway via a gateway benefitting from a large parking/turning area.

LOT 3 – Comprises level permanent pasture land extending to approximately 3.19 acres (1.29 Ha) in total. The land is bounded by a mixture of mature hedgerows and stock proof fencing and benefits from its own access gateway directly from the public highway.