3 bedroom detached house for sale

THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE, HIGH STREET, WEST LYDFORD, TA11 7DB

A charming period property set within the heart of this sought after village, between Castle Cary and Somerton.

The Old School enjoys versatile accommodation including a porch, sitting room, kitchen breakfast room, garden room, three double bedrooms and three bathrooms across two floors and a study/4th bedroom.

There is ample parking and beautiful gardens to the front and rear. Double garage with adjoining utility and store with studio above; ripe for conversion (STPP.)

Accommodation

Situated in the charming Somerset village of West Lydford, this impressive former school has been thoughtfully converted into a spacious home, retaining many original period features complemented by oak flooring throughout much of the ground floor. Dating back to the late 1800s, this historic building, once the village primary school, is constructed from blue lias limestone with a double Roman tile roof, making it an ideal village property.

The original front door opens into a vestibule with a traditional flagstone floor. Another original door leads into the magnificent drawing room, featuring a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and gothic-style stone mullion windows that fill the room with light. A wood-burning stove set in a cut stone fireplace adds a cosy touch for winter evenings. A graceful staircase leads to a versatile mezzanine area, suitable as a study, snug, or occasional bedroom.

The ground floor boasts a light and airy double-aspect kitchen with shaker-style units, granite work surfaces, and integrated appliances. This space opens into a lovely garden room, perfect for morning coffee or entertaining. Additionally, there is a spacious third bedroom with a newly installed en-suite shower room.

A second staircase leads to the first floor, where the principal bedroom features a “Juliet” balcony overlooking the south-facing garden, another great spot for morning coffee. The principal bedroom also has a spacious en-suite shower room. Another double bedroom and a large family bathroom are located on this floor, with generous storage space in the eaves. Completing the first floor, there is a family bathroom which has a roll-top bath, basin, w/c, and heated towel rail.

Outside

Stone walls enclose the pretty front garden, which is adorned with roses, hydrangeas, and a wisteria climbing along the front of The Old School. The generous driveway, accessed via a 5-bar gate, leads to the enclosed rear garden and provides parking for several vehicles. A natural stone detached double garage, currently housing a utility room and cloakroom, with stairs leading to the first floor, offers significant potential for further development into a self-contained guest suite, home office, or studio, subject to necessary permissions.

The private rear garden embodies the essence of an English country garden, with a lawn, flower beds, and various mature shrubs. A decked seating area captures the afternoon sun and is complemented by a wildlife pond and pergola, making it a wonderful place for family gatherings. Additionally, there are two substantial wooden storage sheds.

About the area

West Lydford is a small Somerset village in beautiful countryside between the towns of Wells, Somerton, Glastonbury and Castle Cary. The major towns of the area, being Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil, are all within commuting distance and Castle Cary station (15 mins) has a main rail line to London. There are good state and independent schools close by including a number of primary schools, Millfield, Strode College, Wells Cathedral, Downside, Hazelgrove and the Bruton and Sherborne schools.

The villages of East and West Lydford are centred on the active Parish Church, Parish Hall and bridges over the River Brue and have a very active community with a good number of societies and organisations. Within a few minutes' walk is a small local supermarket and filling station which also provides newspapers, off licence etc. and an excellent local pub.

In the local area extensive cultural, social and sporting activities with most needs are catered for. The village is situated away from the main road in beautiful countryside which is very accessible with many footpaths and bridleways which run through meadows, orchards and woodland.

Services

Mains water, electricity, drainage, oil fired central heating, ultra-fast broadband.

Local Authority: Mendip District Council

Council Tax Band: E

EPC Band: E

Tenure: Freehold

Directions - TA11 7DB

From the A303 Podimore roundabout proceed up the A37 for approximately 5 miles to Lydford-On-Fosse traffic lights. Continue straight over and take the second left into West Lydford, crossing the River Brue continue up the hill where The Old School will be found on the left-hand side.

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