Wedmore, BS28 4SR

Charming, picturesque, and full of character, this spacious, modernised, five-bedroom farmhouse with its beautiful gardens and views, its garage, shed and plentiful parking, is situated in the sought-after village of Theale, between Wedmore and Wells.

The pretty farmhouse façade, which fronts the road, gives little away as to the extent of the lovely gardens to the rear and the views over rolling countryside beyond. The interior is a warm and inviting blend of period features, including an inglenook fireplace, beams, and exposed stonework with contemporary styling and modern comforts. As with many farmhouses, the front door is little used as the parking is at the rear and the stable door at the back of the house opens into a large rear hallway with flagstone flooring with plenty of space for coats and boots. The open-plan kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with pale Shaker-style wall and base units, with a peninsular, topped with contrasting granite worksurfaces, housing an Aga and double Belfast sink. There is plenty of extra storage in the adjoining utility room with further space and plumbing for other appliances, along with a shower room and WC. Double doors from the kitchen open to the dining room, creating a large, sociable entertaining and family space. Period features include the beautiful inglenook fireplace, which now houses a wood burning stove, exposed stonework, beamed ceiling and a recessed window with a window seat. Across the hallway, the sitting room also retains the period feel of a bygone era and provides a more intimate space with plenty of room for comfortable seating. Double doors link through to the study/snug where French doors open out to the rear garden.

There are five double bedrooms upstairs, each with its own charm and character. The principal suite benefits from built-in wardrobes and an ensuite shower room. The other bedrooms share a stunning and luxurious family bathroom with a spacious walk-in, rain head shower, a free-standing bath, vanity units with wash-hand basin, and a WC.

This is a wonderful home of two charming yet contrasting faces, with its beautiful, rendered, farmhouse frontage evoking memories of gentler times gone by, complemented by the lovely stone façade at the rear enhanced by the thoughtfully designed dormer windows punctuating the deep slate roof. It sits on a plot of 0.4 acres, with an expanse of garden, mainly laid to lawn, stretching out to the side and from the back of the house until it meets the fields beyond. Paved terraces provide plenty of space for seating, making the most of the sun and the views. Towards the end of the garden, a garage and workshop front onto the driveway where there is ample space for multiple vehicles.

The property benefits from a recently installed bank of solar panels with a battery and a 10-year guarantee, and an EV charging point.