4 bedroom detached house for sale

Longfield Barn near to the hamlet of Loxton nestles close to the base of Crook Peak, the stunning summit of the Western edge of the Mendip Hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Here an original barn has been reimagined and rebuilt with considerate re-use of much of the original materials and the addition of many features that are gentle on the environment. Contemporary and striking, sitting opposite its own two-acre paddock, Longfield is clad in robust Thermowood Larch providing excellent natural thermal insulation and complementing the air source heat pump that feeds the underfloor heating. The larch cladding on the walls meets a Greencoat standing seam metal roof which also partially clads the side and rear walls. With the black aluminium windows and doors, the style of the materials that have been used suit the building perfectly and Longfield offers a stunning environmentally efficient home in an equally stunning location.

The light and spacious main living accommodation comprises a beautiful bespoke kitchen, with dining and lounging areas combined and all looking out over the property's own land. Full height tri-fold doors open the room up to the outside patio making inside and outside living, dining and entertaining seamless. The light in the kitchen is further enhanced by remotely controlled solar Velux windows that automatically close if they sense rain.The brushed bronze doors of the kitchen wall units sit alongside buttermilk and white floor units; the scheme being tied together with Corian, fitted on the worktops and behind the sink. As you would expect the kitchen includes high quality integrated appliances among which there is a Bora induction hob with an integral downdraft extractor fan and double ovens, one of which combines a microwave. Within the Island unit there is a wireless phone charging point and inset ice bucket. Just off the kitchen the same attention to detail has been lavished on the practical elements, with a smart utility area, boot room, WC and control room for the underfloor heating and wired in HDMI cabling. There is a door out to the rear with a large window inset providing a stunning view of Crook Peak. Dividing the living area from the rear hall and bedrooms, a characterful bespoke solid oak sliding barn door, oak posts and original stable railings have been combined within the partition to great effect and provide a wonderful juxtaposition between the old and new. From here there are three double bedrooms with the option of choosing to have either a fourth bedroom or additional reception room. The master bedroom enjoys a lovely light aspect with double doors out to a private patio, a perfect spot for enjoying morning coffee with the papers. There are double fitted wardrobes and an exceptional ensuite shower room with wet room flooring where natural materials have been used, featuring beautiful tiling and bronze fittings. An equally beautiful family bathroom serves two additional double bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes. Across the hall from the master bedroom a lovely double aspect room would make an excellent fourth bedroom but is also the perfect size for an additional reception room, as a snug/tv room or sitting room. There is a large loft area for storage.

Outside
Approached from a quiet country lane across a shared driveway, the position of Longfield is exceptional sitting in total within a 2.5 acre site and with far reaching countryside views in every direction, the peace and quiet here is delightful. Driving past the lawned, fenced, front garden the property’s level paddock lies to the left with mains water and power connected. On reaching the gravel parking area there is plenty of room for several cars with a garage conveniently placed including electrics, lights and a remotely controlled door. There are outside taps and power points as well as cabled provision for an electric car charging point. There is a second lawned area outside the master bedroom and a range of new and reclaimed materials have been used to create patio’s and paths around the perimeter of the Barn. Raised planting areas allow the new owners to add the finishing touches to what is an easy to manage garden space that suits the property perfectly.

N.B. Please be aware that there are 2 other barns currently under development close by.

Situation
Loxton is surrounded by picturesque open countryside and lies within an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' providing wonderful opportunities for walking and outdoor activities such as riding, cycling along the renowned Strawberry Line, with the West Mendip Way also within easy reach. On the doorstep The Frankie Howard community café is a community hub providing coffee, cakes and food 7 days a week, with further amenities available nearby at the Webbington Hotel and Spa. The delightful Somerset town of Axbridge and villages of Wedmore, Winscombe and Cheddar are all within easy reach. Axbridge is the smallest town in Somerset centred around a medieval square with a post office, chemist, doctor's surgery, local shop and a number of pubs and restaurants along with a very popular farmer's market. The village of Cheddar is around 6 miles away with its most famous cheese export needing no introduction. Cheddar, of course, is also very famous for its Gorge and caves as well as offering facilities including a post office, a wide selection of shops and restaurants, a medical centre, leisure centre and a dental surgery. The larger cities of Bath and Bristol are both within about an hour’s drive.

Access to the M5 is within approx. 6.5 miles, either via Junction 22 or 21, providing excellent commuting links to Bristol c. 22 miles and beyond. Mainline railway services are provided nearby from both Highbridge and Weston-super-Mare stations.

Schools
Well regarded schooling is available nearby in Axbridge and Cheddar, including the Kings of Wessex Academy and Sidcot School.ServicesMains electricity, water, private waste treatment plant and reed bed, air source heat pump.

Local AuthoritySomerset

Council Tax - To be confirmed

EPC - To be confirmed

Tenure - Freehold

DirectionsFrom Loxton turn left opposite Frankie Howard Hall into Shiplate Road. After about c.0.5 miles turn left into White House Lane. Follow the road for about a mile and the entrance for Longfield Barn can be found on the right hand side.

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