Property description

A substantial country property set in glorious countryside on an edge of this popular village. The main house is a handsome property with spacious & versatile accommodation. Three cottages providing rental income, stabling, outbuildings, ménage & paddocks. Just over 10 acres in all.

MIDKNOWLE FARM, SOUTH BARROW, SOMERSET, BA22 7LR
Midknowle Farm retains lots of period features including flagstone & wooden floors, sash windows, original cupboards and period fireplaces.

About the area
South Barrow is a small peaceful village about two miles from the Sparkford connection with the A303. The abbey town of Sherborne and the historic market town of Castle Cary are both within a short drive and both have mainline railway connections to London, Waterloo or Paddington. Both Yeovil and Bath are within easy commuting distance and the area has an excellent choice of both state and independent schools including Hazelgrove, Millfield and the schools at Sherborne and Bruton.

Accommodation
A PORCH with cornice moulds and double wooden front doors opens to the ENTRANCE HALL with flagstone and wood effect flooring. SITTING ROOM: Dual aspect with a beautiful outlook over the garden and land. Period slate fireplace with multi fuel stove on a brick hearth. Wood effect flooring and recessed alcove with shelving. DINING HALL: Flagstone flooring and original built in cupboards. Window to rear courtyard. Doors to rear courtyard and garden.KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: Good range of painted wooden units with solid wood work surfaces, stainless steel sink unit, and Flavel electric oven with eight ring gas hob. Oil fired Stanley Rayburn in alcove. Slate fireplace with stone hearth and lintel and fitted wood burning stove. Pantry cupboard with good storage shelving. CLOAKROOM: White WC and pedestal basin with splash back tiling. Obscure window to courtyard.

First Floor
Two staircases, one from the Kitchen and the other from the Dining Hall, lead to the LANDING with window to the courtyard and spacious airing cupboard. TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS enjoy a dual aspect and far reaching views. They both have generous built in original full height cupboards. FURTHER BEDROOM with views over the courtyard and stables, to fields and hills beyond. FAMILY BATHROOM with fully tiled shower cubicle, free standing wall and wood effect flooring. Further CLOAKROOM with WC and basin and tiling to splash prone areas. Window to side.

Second Floor
TWO GENEROUS BEDROOMS with vaulted ceilings and exposed timbers. Window to the side enjoying views to surrounding countryside.

Agents Note
Planning and Listed Building consent were obtained in June 2008 (now lapsed) for the alterations and erection of a single storey extension to the south of the main house to provide a large kitchen/family room, shower room and entrance lobby (08/02339/FUL)

Midknowle Barn Cottages
A single storey barn has been converted into three self contained cottages, each with enclosed pretty gardens. The accommodation briefly comprises:1 Midknowle Barn - Living room/kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.2 Midknowle Barn - Hallway, living room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom.3 Midknowle Barn - Hallway, living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom.No 1 and 3 Midknowle Barn are currently let on Assured Shorthold Tenancy and No 2 is used as a holiday cottage. The combined income is approximately £25,000 per annum. We understand that the cottages are not subject to any restrictive conditions on length of occupancy and may be let on a long term basis.

Garden, Land and Outbuildings
Approached from the quiet village lane, a wrought iron gate opens to Midknowle Farm's gardens. To the front of the property are well stocked flowerbeds with a path leading to the front door. The main family garden lies to the south and west of Midknowle Farm and has a paved terrace, large level lawned area containing established trees and shrubs, along with mature hedges. Timber fencing and balustrade surround the above ground swimming pool and wooden decked area. To the east of the property is a concrete courtyard with double timber gates leading to the lane, also pedestrian access to the cottages. Within this attractive courtyard are 5 'L' shaped brick and tiled stables plus a tack room and generous store room with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer

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Please note - The stables do provide other potential possibilities - including ancillary accommodation to the main farmhouse, workshops, offices or possible further holiday lets (subject to the necessary permissions)There is an excellent all weather arena (40m x 20m) with timber fencing and gated access to the yard and car park. TIMBER STORAGE SHED. 19.7' X 10.8' Also, constructed of steel beneath a profile sheet roof with space board cladding is a spacious DUTCH BARN 30' x 28'.The paddocks are all level laying and well fenced with good drainage with mains water supply troughs, totalling approximately 10 acres.

Directions
From Castle Cary, continue out of the town on A359 towards Galhampton and Sparkford. Proceed for approximately 0.7 miles, turn right on Hearn Lane. After approximately 1.8 miles turn left and Midknowle Farm will be found on you right after half a mile.From the A303 Sparkford roundabout, take the exit to A359, signposted Sparkford and Motor Museum. Continue through the village, pass the Sparkford Inn and after 0.5 mile, turn Left on Sparkford Road. Continue through the village and along this road for 1.8 miles and Midknowle Farm will be found on the Left.

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.

Property Features :

• A substantial country property
• Set in glorious countryside
• Handsome Grade II Listed house
• Spacious and versatile accommodation
• Three recently refurbished cottages provide an excellent rental income