A former farmhouse offering five bedroom accommodation with extensive gardens and paddock. In total, about 1.1 acres

About the property
Upper Lodge Farm once formed part of the Hippisley Estate in Ston Easton which included Ston Easton Park and the surrounding farms. The sale of this character farmhouse is the first time that it has been offered on the open market. It has been in the same family for at least four generations and is now ready for a new chapter. Situated on the edge of the village, the property offers generous accommodation including three reception rooms, five double bedrooms, extensive gardens, garage, paddock and outbuildings.

About the Inside
This former farmhouse is a charming house that was extended in the Victorian era with parts believed to date back to the 17th century. It is spacious yet manageable. The entrance hall is generous in size and leads to the kitchen, dining room and utility room. The kitchen is a lovely square, well proportioned room with a pantry and oil fired rayburn, deep slate window sills and stone skirting ledges. There are two staircases to the first floor, one of which is from the kitchen. The principal reception rooms are located at the far end of the house. The main sitting room is a delightful double aspect long room with excellent natural light and an attractive open fireplace with bath stone surround. The cosy snug is off the sitting room and again home to an open fire and French doors leading to the garden.Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom and a further rear utility room leading to the rear terrace and gardens.

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The charm continues to the first floor where there are five well proportioned double bedrooms. The master room has an en suite shower room and enjoys view across open countryside and the village beyond. The family bathroom has a bath with shower over and airing cupboard.

About the outside
There are two entrances to the property. One is directly next to the house. The second attractive driveway sweeps around the rear of the property to a courtyard/hardstanding providing parking for several cars. Both driveways are gated.The two main lawns are to the side and rear of the house, both of which are level with many mature trees and plants. The attractive rear garden is fully enclosed by stone walls. This private garden has a terrace seating area which is southwest facing and secluded. The old privy is still in place along with a couple of stone outbuildings.

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Adjoining the rear driveway is a timber outbuilding. The garage/workshop is next to the house.To the rear of the property is a useful grass paddock extending to ½ acre bound by stone walls with access from the driveway.

About the area
Upper Lodge Farm is situated within the rural village of Ston Easton which has a strong village community and an active church, Tennis club, village hall and play area. The village is home to the renowned Ston Easton Park Hotel and is conveniently located within the picturesque Mendip Hills, well known for its beautiful landscape, stone walls, caves and unspoilt villages. Bristol is 13 miles to the north and the Heritage City of Bath only 11 miles away. The beautiful Cathedral City of Wells is 7 miles. Wells is the smallest City in England and offers a range of shopping facilities including a high proportion of independent shops and boutiques, banks, restaurants, public houses, cinema and churches. The stunning market square holds a farmers' market on Wednesday and Saturday. The area is also well known for its variety of sporting and leisure facilities. Walking and cycling may be undertaken locally. There are leisure centres at Wells and Midsomer Norton. Golf courses at Farrington Gurney, Mendip, Wells and Orchardleigh, Frome. Sailing at Chew Valley Lake and fishing also at Chew Valley and Blagdon Lakes. Horse Racing takes place at Bath and Wincanton.

Directions
If entering the village from Bristol or Bath proceed through the village to pass the church which is on the left. The property can be found 300 yards on the right hand side heading out of the village

Useful Information
Postcode - BA3 4DHLocal Authority - Mendip District CouncilServices - Mains electricity and water, private/mains drainage, oil fired central heatingCouncil Tax - FEnergy Performance Certificate Rating - GTenure - FreeholdViewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens

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Estate Agents Act 1979 s21 - it is declared that a Partner of Killens is a part owner of the property and has a beneficial interest.

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold