Property description

A splendid property combining a cottage of great character and appeal, 2 attached smaller cottages, outbuildings/stabling, gardens, meadows and fishing lake about 2 ½ acres. further 5½ acres available. Suited as one large property or a cottage with 2 letting units. Further commercial potential

PRESS BARS FARM, COMPTON DUNDON, Nr. STREET, TA116PR
Street 2.5 miles, Somerton 3 miles, Glastonbury 4.7miles, Wells 11miles, Castle Cary 16miles.

About the Area
Compton Dundon is an attractive village, lying in one of the most picturesque parts of Somerset between Somerton and Street. The village is surrounded by unspoilt countryside with wooded hills with public access. Community facilities include a church, cricket pitch, pub and village hall with post office service. Somerton is an historic town about 3 miles south whilst Street is 2 miles north. Both provide a good range of facilities and amenities. The A303 is a few miles south and Bath, Bristol and Yeovil are all within commuting distance. The station at Castle Cary provides a direct service to London. There are good state and independent schools within easy reach including Millfield and Strode.. For more information on this area in general and individual schools visit our website www.roderickthomas.co.uk

Description
Press Bars Farm is on the southern edge of the village looking out across its gardens and land and the beautiful surrounding countryside. Originally an old cider inn, dating back to the 18th century, it has developed over the years and now comprises the principal cottage together with 2 smaller adjoining self contained cottages.

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The main cottage has great charm and character with details including flagstones, timber beams, window shutters, stonework which is complemented by LPG gas central heating. The SITTING ROOM was once two rooms with a cross passage hall. It is now a lovely big room with a wood burning stove fitted into an inglenook fireplace at one end, and an old feature fireplace at the other. Adjoining the sitting room is the STUDY. The KITCHEN is well equipped with a shaker style base and wall units, a range cooker, stainless steel sink, fitted washing machine and dryer and under counter fridge. The kitchen continues through into the DINING ROOM. On the other side of the kitchen a door leads into the CONSERVATORY with French doors into the garden. Leading off this room is a BOOT ROOM On the first floor are 3 DOUBLE BEDROOMS, with vaulted ceilings, exposed roof timbers and all the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. The BATHROOM has a bath, basin, wc, bidet and airing cupboard.

Adjoining Cottages
Adjoining are TWO SELF CONTAINED COTTAGES both of which have full residential consent. These offer a wide range of uses. One or both are ideal as accommodation for family or guests, and could also be incorporated with the main cottage to provide a sizeable house. In addition they can provide a significant income from letting either as holiday cottages or shorthold lets. They include - POOL HAY with a sitting room, kitchen, shower room and 3 bedrooms. PRESS BARS has a combined sitting room and kitchen, shower room and 2 bedrooms.

Outbuildings/Stables/Land
OUTBUILDINGS/STABLING & LAND A large Dutch barn is presently used as three loose boxes and hay barn. There is also a large timber framed building, which makes an ideal workshop or agricultural store. Sheltered by the buildings is an above ground removable swimming pool.

Outside
The grounds include lawns and terraces with well established trees and hedgerows. In addition there is a large meadow and an attractive, well stocked fishing lake, with an island and which is flanked by willow trees and rushes. In all it totals about 2½ acres. The land and buildings are ideal for many uses not least being equestrian or simply leisure. They also have considerable commercial potential for camping or caravanning subject to any necessary consents. The holiday cottages the land and the lake make a very attractive proposition for those interested in commercial activities. N.B. In addition another 5½ acres is available by separate negotiation. This land is immediately adjacent and has both road access and metered water. Guide price £60,000.

Directions
From Street, head in the direction of Somerton along the B3151. Drive through Compton Dundon, and towards the end of the village there is the Castlebrook Pub. The property is just past the pub on the right hand side, approached through a metal 5 bar gate.

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 :

• Between Street & Somerton
• Large cottage plus 2 smaller cottages
• Scope for 1 large house
• Scope for holiday or full time letting
• All 3 cottages with full residential consents