Property description
Along a quiet lane in the hamlet of Compton Durville near South Petherton is this spacious, grand and beautifully refurbished Grade II Listed Manor House. Previously a nunnery, this property has been lovingly restored to a stunning family home that not only retains a number of original features, but also offers the necessary facilities for modern living.The Manor is a versatile house offering 7 bedrooms, 6 reception rooms, 2 kitchens, a large cellar/utility room and a variety of bathroom facilities including 2 en-suite bathrooms. If required, the unique converted chapel with its own entrance can be used separately to the main house and includes 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, a shower room, a kitchen and 2 reception rooms. Offering a number of original features, including oak floorboards and beams, flagstone flooring, Hamstone Mullion windows and wood panelling, this house is bursting with character from room to room. It also benefits from oak kitchen worktops, an electric Aga, oil fired central heating throughout, wood burning stoves, a large garden, a garage, 2 car ports as well as a private driveway.In short, this is an incredible property that is rare to the rental market, so a viewing is very highly recommended!
Situation
The pretty hamlet of Compton Durville lies only 1 mile from the village of South Petherton, well known for its hamstone buildings and with the benefits of a pub, a parish church, a school and a library. The larger towns of Sherborne, Ilminster and Taunton offer further amenities and are also easily accessible from Compton Durville. Further, there are good road links to the A303 and mainline railway stations at Taunton, Castle Cary and Sherborne, which are all within 20 miles.
Outside
To the rear is a private driveway which leads to the 2 car ports and garage. The house is then accessed via 2 levels of stairs that run through the beautiful enclosed garden, which is mainly laid to lawn.
Property Features :
- Grade II Listed Manor House
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6 Reception Rooms
- 2 Kitchens
- Electric Aga