Property description

An attractive property in a beautiful quiet rural setting. A splendid Listed barn conversion being part of a redeveloped farmstead and is partly attached to another barn conversion. Standing in over 2 acres with glorious views, it enjoys spacious accommodation with considerable character.

WEST SIDE BARN, CARY FITZPAINE, BA22 8JB
Glastonbury 10 miles, Street 8 miles, Castle Cary Station 8 miles, Wells 19 miles, Shepton Mallet 13 miles, Yeovil 10 miles, Sherborne 12 miles Bath 30 miles (all approx.)An attractive property in a beautiful quiet rural setting in easy reach of Castle Cary, Glastonbury, Yeovil and Sherborne.West Side Barn is a splendid Grade II Listed barn conversion being part of a redeveloped farmstead and is partly attached to another barn conversion.It stands in over 2 acres with glorious views to the surrounding countryside and enjoys spacious and flexible accommodation with considerable character.In all it has a reception hall, drawing room, sitting room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, shower room, master bedroom with en suite shower room, three further double bedrooms and bathroom. Outside are pleasant gardens, orchard, plenty of parking, stable block and paddock.

About the area
Cary Fitzpaine is a small hamlet about two miles from the A303 Podimore roundabout.The neighbouring village of Babcary is one of Somerset's most charming and historic villages with a medieval church, the excellent Red Lion pub, and village hall which serves the very active and friendly local community.Nearby Castle Cary, Somerton, Glastonbury, Street, Shepton Mallet, Wells, Yeovil and Sherborne offer a wide variety of amenities and facilities- commercial, shopping, sporting, cultural and community to suit practically every need. There are many local primary schools and excellent state and independent schools including Ansford Academy, Strode College, Millfield, Hazelgrove and the Bruton and Sherborne Schools.Communications are good with road access from the A37 (north south) and the A303 (east west) and a mainline rail station at Castle Cary.

Accommodation
Cary Fitzpaine is tucked away enjoying a peaceful location with access from the A37. A small no-through lane runs to the hamlet. West Side Barn is part of a well designed redeveloped farmstead which now comprises a small number of individual properties all with their own individual appearance and character.West Side Barn combines period charm with flagstones and exposed beams complemented by contemporary benefits including double glazing and oil fired underfloor heating.Glazed double doors open to a spacious and very light reception hall with windows extending the full height to the gallery landing approached by a striking hardwood staircase.Attractive interior wrought iron gates open from the hall into the large drawing room which has a double aspect, a stone fireplace and french doors to a garden terrace.There is an additional comfortable sitting room with door to the garden and also a good sized study, which could have a variety of uses.

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The heart of the house is the big \"farmhouse kitchen\" again with a dual aspect and a garden door. It has flagstones floor and a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, which gives it a lovely sense of space. There is a good range of wall and base units with brand new Italian stone work surfaces, Belfast Sink and integral dishwasher. An island unit offers further storage with ceramic hob and electric oven below. An Aga is set within a stone chimney breast and a galleried landing houses the water tank. Off the kitchen are a shower room and utility room.The shower room has a tiled shower cubicle, hand basin and wc whilst the utility room has space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer together with plenty of room for coats and boots.

First Floor
Stairs leads to the light galleried landing with full height windows and glorious views. The generous Master Suite has a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and again a large window with great views. The en suite has double shower cubicle, pedestal basin and wc. There are three further bedrooms, all doubles with ceiling beams and views. The bathroom has a shower cubicle, roll top bath, pedestal basin and wc.

Garden and Grounds
Approached from a quiet country lane, a graveled driveway leads to the parking area with space for several cars. To the side of this is a paved terrace accessed from the drawing room and enjoying good privacy. A large lawn area with fruit trees is found to the front and side of the property. A further graveled driveway continues along the rear of the barn, with steps up to a raised lawn with well planted flowerbeds and hedge border. To the other side of the drive is a level lying paddock with stock proof fencing. A stable block with concrete yard is set in the corner with two loose boxes, tack room and store room. There is power and water.

Directions
From Castle Cary, take B3153 towards Somerton. At the A37 cross roads, turn Left. After approximately 3 miles, turn Left to Cary Fitzpaine. Continue along this road and the driveway to West Side Barn will be found on the Left.

Further Information
FreeholdOil fired central heating. Mains water and electricity. Private drainageCouncil tax band G

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 :

• An attractive property
• Splendid Grade II Listed barn conversion
• Part of a redeveloped farmstead and is partly attached to another barn conversion
• Glorious views to the surrounding countryside
• Spacious and flexible accommodation