5 bedroom property with land for sale

Set in just under 48 acres of level paddocks, is this exceptionally well presented and individually designed, detached family home. The property currently functions as an Equine Retirement Livery, nestled at the foot of Wavering Down (Area of outstanding natural beauty), with breath taking panoramic views on all sides. Full planning permission has been granted for a further five bedroom dwelling to be created within the equine facilities.



In brief, the ground floor accommodation comprises entrance hall, open plan kitchen/living/dining room, utility room, family room, study, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. As soon as you approach the property from the front you are immediately taken aback by the stunningly contemporary finishes added over recent years to create the modern family home we find today. A floor to ceiling glass gable entrance hall, provides a wealth of natural light to both the upstairs and downstairs accommodation, whilst leading through to the open plan accommodation. The focal point to the home is the open plan kitchen/living/dining room, benefiting from bi-folding doors opening out onto the properties grounds and with unspoilt views towards the famous local landmark of Crook Peak. The modern kitchen has been well stocked with a range of high gloss wall, drawer and base units with a range of integrated ’NEF’ appliances, finished with Silestone square edge work tops and splashbacks. Appliances include a wine cooler, four ring induction hob, oven and separate over/microwave. A central island/breakfast bar provides an additional seating area, with Silestone sink and drainer inset. Adjoining the kitchen is a handy utility space with a further range of kitchen units, granite work tops and plumbing points for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. A UPVC doors open from here directly out to the equine facilities. The family room and adjacent study is a beautifully light and bright room with a further set of bi-fold doors opening out into the rear garden. A ’bespoke crafted’ media wall provides an elevated position for a TV, whilst a feature flame effect electric fire creates a cosy atmosphere to this stunning room. The study benefits from a good level of integrated wardrobe space and enjoys views over the front of the property. From here an internal hallway provides access to the remainder of the ground floor accommodation, as well as access onto both the driveway and detached double carport. Bedrooms three, four and five are all generously proportioned double bedrooms in size and enjoy views over the front, side and rear of the home respectively. The ultra-modern shower room benefits from a walk in ’wet room style’ double shower cubicle, with rainforest style shower head, floating vanity unit with wash hand basin inset, WC and chrome heated towel rail. Complimentary tiling has been applied throughout. Returning to the entrance hall tailor-made glass and oak staircase rises to the first floor, where you will find a further two bedrooms, dressing room, two en-suites and balcony area. Bedroom two is an spacious double bedroom in size with vaulted ceiling adding that extra sense of space, as well as a good degree of integrated wardrobe space. En-suite facilities adjoin with walk in double shower unit, Velux skylight, WC and vanity unit with wash hand basin inset. If the house had not already impressed enough, the master-suite is really where it sets itself apart from the landing a dressing room boasts open fronted wardrobes with hanging rails, shelving and shoe storage, whilst leading into both the bedroom and separate en-suite. The spectacular en-suite consists oval freestanding bath with chrome mixer taps, walk in wet room style shower, floating vanity unit and wash hand basin, WC, heated mirror and towel rail. Grey stone tiles have been fitted throughout. Bedroom one truly has to be seen to be believed. A vaulted ceiling and partial glass gable blend seamlessly into the bi-folding doors and out onto a full width glass balcony, from which you can survey all of the grounds from which this property is afforded as well as the utterly glorious countryside vista beyond, the most perfect of views to wake up to every morning.

Compton Bishop Farm really is a unique and unmissable property for those seeking a immaculate family home, meticulously laid out small holding and arresting countryside location all rolled into one, therefore an early viewing is essential to avoid disappointment.

The property is situated in the hamlet of Lower Weare, on the south side of the Mendip Hills. Local facilities include a highly regarded first school, public houses/restaurants, and provides easy access to Cheddar and Axbridge. The property falls within the catchment area of the Kings of Wessex and Hugh Sexeys educational facilities. Access to junction 22 (M5) is approximately 5.5 miles distant giving excellent commuting links to Bristol, Taunton etc. The nearby coastal town of Burnham on Sea is within 7.5 miles distant giving everyday banking and shopping facilities together with its popular sea front and Esplanade. There are railway stations in nearby Highbridge & Weston super Mare. Bristol Airport is approximately 11 miles distant from the property.

The main residence can be accessed via a wooden, double security gate, opening out onto a Cotswold Stone driveway, leading up to the home and detached double carport. The newly constructed carport has been fitted with the benefit of both light and power and is finished with render, composite grey cladding and grey slate effect tiled pitched roof. Ample amounts of off road parking remains externally on the remainder of the driveway. The formal gardens of the property wrap around on three sides and have been predominately laid to lawn, all enclosed by wooden post and rail fencing. Abutting the rear of the home and accessed from the open plan reception space is an artificially grassed patio area which is the perfect spot to enjoy all of the beauty that surrounds you here with a glass of your favourite tipple.

All in all the property is set in just under 48 acres of beautifully manicured paddocking, split loosely into 6 separate areas all adjoining. The equine facilities can be accessed via the main residence and alternatively via a separate double five bar gate off Old Coach Road, opening onto a concrete hard standing, suitable for parking. From here a further gate opens into the main yard with Dutch barn, tack room, office and arena. The arena is of an excellent quality with wood fibre topping and Herringbone drainage beneath enclosed with a post and rail fence. Almost all paddocks can be accessed via recently installed hard standing track, creating usable means of approach all year round. The property currently benefits from stabling for five, all of brick construction. Previous planning permissions have been granted for the instating of a further seven American barn style stables.

Full planning permissions have been granted for the conversion of a former dairy barn to create a five bathroom detached dwelling, over a two storeys, presenting the potential for a further revenue stream as a holiday let or convenient ancillary accommodation for those looking for multi-generational living, that would remain entirely independent from the main residence. Planning reference number:- 49/23/00007

Compton Bishop Farm is an exceptional example of equine living at it’s finest.