5 bedroom detached house for sale

CROSSWAY HOUSE,

THEALE, WEDMORE, SOMERSET, BS28 4SX

Wedmore 2.5 miles, Wells 5 miles, M5 (J22) 10.4 miles, Bristol 26 miles.

A classically attractive, double-fronted, 5 bedroom home with character, charm and authentic features throughout, with a 2 story, studio barn, in the heart of a popular village between Wedmore and Wells.

The house has a central entrance hall, study/snug, sitting room, kitchen, dining room with inglenook fireplace and Charnwood multi-fuel stove. At the rear there is an enclosed, pitched porch. Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms over 2 floors, a study area on the landing with delightful views, spectacular family bathroom with vaulted ceiling and unique quirky charm and second floor shower room.

Outside at the front there’s a garage and compact front garden. At the rear, an enclosed, very private walled garden with fabulous variety and appeal. At the end of the garden there’s a renovated barn with three storage rooms below and a studio, with vaulted ceiling above and additional parking beyond the barn.

Location

Theale is a small village surrounded by beautiful countryside, nestled between Wedmore and Wells. It has an active Village Hall which hosts various events throughout the year, and it is very proud of its strong sense of community. There’s also a well-equipped, children’s play area, right beside the house. More facilities can be found in Wedmore to the west and Wells to the east. Garden End Farm, just down the road, that sells fresh milk, butter, cheese etc.

Northload Lane is a quiet country lane leading off the Wells road. The lane leads to a couple of farms and then links back to the village. It is worth noting that the house falls within the catchment of both Wells Blue School and Kings of Wessex in Cheddar. Buses are available to both and Hugh Sexey Middle School in Blackford. There is also a bus that goes to Wells Cathedral School.

Description

A unique, period property with oodles of charm and spacious accommodation over three floors. The current owners have updated the property whilst retaining the character of this much-loved home. They have fitted a bespoke, painted, wooden kitchen, boiling water tap, and integrated appliances, a new Worcester oil boiler last year, new windows - where required, three new chimneys, and stylish, rustic, limestone flooring in the kitchen and dining room.

Period features such as window seats, timber shutters, Flagstone floors, exposed beams, painted tongue and groove panelling, stripped, original timber floors and doors have all been retained.

The result is a perfect blend of traditional features and modern comforts.

The rear garden is an oasis of verdant variety with structure, texture, and colour, framed by a handsome, stone wall.

A barn, at the end of the garden, has been restored and the top/first floor made into a stunning studio above and storage in three separate rooms below.

Accommodation

As with most rural properties, the door frequently used is at the rear. Oak, double, timber gates open to the rear garden and a pitched porch has plenty of space for coats and boots. An internal door opens to the dining room, which is welcoming and homely with an Ingelnook fireplace on the left with a wood burning stove. To the right of the fireplace is built-in-cupboard which conceals the new boiler (Dec 2024).

There’s plenty of space for a table and chairs beside the fire and the dining room flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The recently fitted, hand-built, painted timber units combine with integrated appliances, (dishwasher, and washing machine), boiling water, tap, and sleek white composite work surface to create a bright, functional space with plenty of storage in a pantry and space for a fridge/freezer. Two windows ensure there is plenty of natural light and they both offer delightful views, one over the garden and the other over farmland to the west.

The central Flagstone hallway leads to the front door and to the sitting room and snug/study. Both these rooms are a similar size and they both have large south facing sash windows. The sitting room has oak recess cupboards, and shelves on either side of the chimney breast. A wood burning stove offers cosy warmth for the winter months.

Upstairs, on the first floor, the landing opens out to a very appealing study area bathed in natural light from a roof light and 2 large windows, with super views. The unique family bathroom is a fabulous feature of this property, it has a vaulted ceiling and exposed timber floor. A traditional cast-iron, rolltop bath takes centre stage and is a magical place to soak as it enjoys fabulous views over farmland to the Mendip Hills in the distance. There are 3 bedrooms on this floor, 1 has built in cupboards.

Elm stairs rise from the landing to the second floor where there are 2 further bedrooms, with charming views, and a shower room.

Outside

To the front right of the property is a garage. Ornate, wrought iron railings embrace a mature front garden, with a range of trees and shrubs. An attractive, carved timber canopy shelters the central front door.

To the side, handsome, oak, double garden gates open to the enclosed walled, courtyard garden, which has a combination of lawn, raised beds and paved paths. It is expertly planted with a variety of shrubs, climbers, ferns, and flowers, a decked area beside the house is ideal for enjoying the evening sun. Surrounded by open countryside, the outlook is delightful.

Metal stairs rise to the first floor of the barn at the end of the garden. The first floor has a vaulted ceiling and engineered oak floor, roof lights and large windows making it a superb, large, bright space, ideal for a variety of uses. The wood-burning stove is not included in the sale as it does not have a HETAS certificate. The ground floor of the barn is made up of 3 separate rooms all accessed by separate external doors, suitable for storage of garden equipment and tools.

At the end of the barn, there is a timber wood store, and a gravel parking area.

It is also worth noting, beside the property is a community children’s play area with a range of fun equipment to keep children entertained.

Tenure and Other Points

Freehold. NOT listed. Mains water and electricity (with EICR). Oil central heating and private drainage (soakaway on Coleshop Farm with easement). Council Tax Band F. EPC Rating E.

About the Area:

The Parish of Theale nestles in the Civil Parish of Wedmore on raised ground. Within Theale are two churches and a village hall.

The Saxon village of Wedmore has existed for well over a thousand years and is a delightful and extremely active centre. There are historic buildings including the medieval church next to an old coaching inn, interesting and varied shops including essentials such as the newsagent, butcher, chemist etc. together with others usually only found in larger county towns, plus pubs, restaurants, fishmonger, deli and tea rooms. There is a wide range of clubs and societies, cultural and sporting. Most sports activities are catered for in the area. Swimming pools at both Cheddar and Wells; Sailing and Windsurfing Clubs at Cheddar Reservoir; the Badgworth Equestrian Centre and the Wedmore 18 Hole Golf Course; In addition, there are floodlit Astroturf Tennis Courts, Indoor and Outdoor Bowling Greens, Football and Cricket pitches and a children play area.

The Cathedral City of Wells is approximately 7 miles away and also provides a further range of business, recreational and shopping facilities. City shopping centres are available at Taunton, Bath and Bristol (each approximately 25 miles away). Communications in the area are good with access to the M5 (J22 - 10 minutes) connecting to M4 (J16). A local train service from Highbridge (7 miles) links with the Intercity train services at Taunton and Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington taking approximately 11/2 hours. Bristol International Airport is 15 miles.

There are excellent state schools in the area including Wedmore First School, Hugh Sexeys Middle, Kings of Wessex Upper School and the Blue School. The Independent schools include Wells Cathedral School, Sidcot, Millfield, Taunton School, Kings Bruton, All Hallows and Downside.

Important Notes

Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements

Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements.

As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.

We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.

The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

Property Details

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. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.

VIEWINGS

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All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.

Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR.

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