• Dual occupancy +
• Four bedroom barn conversion +
• Separate cottage, two bedroom & two bathrooms +
• Impressive décor throughout +
• Sunroom +
• Summer house +
• Far reaching views +
• Landscaped grounds +
• Spacious driveway and double garage +
• EPC +

Nestled within the idyllic rural hamlet of West Stoughton is Highbury Barn, an exceptional converted barn that sits within an inspiring and beautifully landscaped plot of approaching an acre, with incredible far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. In addition to the main residence is Highbury Cottage, a well presented two bedroom detached cottage, perfect for a dependent relative or to supplement your income. The property is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway which provides access to a double garage and generous off street parking for multiple vehicles. Pretty box hedges and well tended borders packed with established shrubs and flowers created a wonderful first impression. Highbury Barn The principal residence 'Highbury Barn', is an enchanting and evocative four-bedroom barn conversion cut from local stone, with part rendered elevations and a gorgeous slate tiled roof. It boasts a beautiful homely interior with many bespoke features, complimented by chic modern day refinements that seamlessly blend together. Entering the barn you arrive at a welcoming inner hallway off which you will find a handy boot room and cloakroom, as well as the attractive painted staircase rising to the first floor. Beyond the entrance hallway is an impressive open plan kitchen/dining and sitting area which spans the full width of the barn. This light filled room includes a stunning bespoke John Randel of Devises kitchen to one end with painted cabinets, a lovely freestanding island unit, glazed display cabinets a stunning dark blue AGA, and numerous quality appliances. A natural stone floor flows throughout the kitchen and family room with a traditional log burning stove to one end. The light filled sitting room features Tri-folding doors that open out to the garden, along with exposed painted timber beams and a large dresser unit that matches the kitchen cabinets. To the front of the kitchen there is an exceptional Oak framed garden room which could also be utilised as a family dining room, or a sociable entertaining space. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a beautifully presented and atmospheric sitting room with a contemporary fireplace providing a lovely focal point.  Moving onto the first floor, all four bedrooms and the family bathroom are accessed of an attractive galleried landing area and each bedroom has its own unique character and style whilst enjoying varying outlooks over the properties grounds and gardens. The gorgeous master bedroom has a delightful dual aspect with views towards the Bristol Channel over miles and miles of rolling fields and also benefits from a smart ensuite bathroom and original stone steps descending to the exterior. The remaining three bedrooms share use of the well appointed family bathroom which features a traditional clawfoot bath and a separate shower cubicle. Highbury Cottage This attractive painted cottage shares use of the generous parking area afforded to Highbury Barn, however there is huge potential to bring a separate access point to the property via the rear garden. The Cottage enjoys a remarkable amount of privacy from the barn with its own private gardens to the front, side, and rear, including a superb lawned rear garden with a five bar gate to the bottom. The property offers a spacious entrance hallway with a large cloakroom with plenty of space to add a shower. There is a dual aspect open plan sitting/dining room that is both light and spacious, with a bay window to one end and a sunroom to the other that looks out onto the garden. The kitchen also looks out over the rear garden and is well fitted with a good range of wall and base units, and an access door to the side leading to a useful utility room. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms with the larger of the two having a good sized ensuite bathroom, there is also a separate shower room. Outside Highbury Barn and Highbury Cottage sit in a glorious elevated plot of approaching an acre where the impressive landscaped grounds enjoy fantastic far reaching views over the local countryside and several local landmarks including The Quantocks and The Mendips. The sweeping garden is mainly laid to lawn which is bordered by mature hedging and established flower beds. The two gardens are separated by a beautiful split Chestnut post and rail fence and enjoy a good degree of privacy from each other. The garden of Highbury Barn has been skilfully landscaped and features a combination of herbaceous borders and perennial shrubs, there is a delightful paved terrace, perfect for alfresco dining and a wonderful kitchen garden along with an attractive pergola and greenhouse. To the side of the house there is a summer house nestled in the greenery, with a further secluded paved terrace with a gate to the driveway. Highbury cottage has a large lawned area that descends to its own private access from Ashton Road and an enclosed patio area to front and side with a handy shed. WE HAVE NOTICED It would be hard to find a dual occupation property in a more Idyllic position, the stunning views, beautiful grounds and superbly presented accommodation make Highbury Barn and Highbury Cottage the perfect choice.  SITUATION West Stoughton is a rural hamlet situated just 1.5 miles from the Saxon village of Wedmore. This thriving community has an array of interesting shops including a gallery, village store, butchers and fishmongers and several cafe's and three pubs. There is also a doctors, dentist and pharmacy. The Cathedral City of Wells is just 7 miles away, and the M5 motorway J22 just 10 minutes by car. Bristol International Airport is easily accessed just 15 miles away and train links to London and Bristol via Highbridge station or Castle Cary station.
The property is well situated in the Wessex Learning Trust catchment area for Wedmore First School, Hugh Sexey Middle School and the Kings of Wessex Academy and Sixth Form. There are also reputable independent schools, including Millfield, Sidcot, Wells Cathedral and Taunton Schools. DIRECTIONS From the Direction of our Wedmore office on the Burrough Mall, proceed down the Burrough and turn left onto  Church Street, take the first right up Lascot Hill, go past the Golf Couse and turn left at Stoughton Crossroads towards Blackford. Continue for half a mile and the property will be found on the right hand side of the road.