Price changed to £525,000
March 11, 2026
Listed for £500,000
March 3, 2026
Sold for £555,000
2023
Sold for £285,000
2005
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The rear garden is private and well arranged for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a terrace stepping down to lawn and decking areas. There are useful sheds, a timber storage building incorporating a fully sheltered outside bar ideal for summer gatherings, and the garden is enclosed by timber fencing.
About the area Pen Selwood is a small and attractive village set close to the Wiltshire and Dorset borders, surrounded by rolling countryside and ancient woodland. The area is well known for its unspoilt landscape, with excellent walking across Pen Selwood Common and the historic landmark of King Alfred’s Tower, which forms part of the wider Stourhead estate.
For dining and village life, nearby Zeals offers The Bell & Crown, a popular country inn run by the Chickpea Group, and Teals offers a Farmshop and cafe, whilst the surrounding towns provide a broader range of everyday amenities.
The area is particularly well regarded for its schooling. Independent options include All Hallows School, Hazlegrove School and King’s School, Bruton. Millfield School and the Sherborne schools are also within comfortable reach. Local state provision includes Ansford Academy and Sexey’s School.
Communications are strong for a rural setting. Castle Cary railway station (approximately 13 minutes by car) provides direct services to London Paddington, with further mainline services available from Templecombe and Gillingham to London Waterloo. The A303 offers swift access to London and the South West, while the A36, M4 and M5 are all readily accessible.
Services Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Tenure: Freehold.
Energy Performance Rating: E
Council Tax Band: E — Somerset Council.
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