luxury houses with pool for sale Bridgwater, United Kingdom

SELLERS INSIGHT What first drew us to the property, and what we have enjoyed so much over the last three years, is the wonderful sense of space, tranquillity and closeness to nature. With no near neighbours and an abundance of wildlife all around, it has been a true haven of peace and quiet. The shepherd’s hut and hot tub have added another lovely dimension to life here, giving us the chance to host friends and enjoy some very special get-togethers. We understand the previous owners also used the hut as a source of additional income, which may appeal to future owners. For anyone with green fingers, the polytunnel has been incredibly useful, complemented by a number of raised beds. It has also worked brilliantly as a log store, seasoning wood in as little as three months. One of the more unusual benefits for us has been the amount of garaging and parking. As car enthusiasts, we have loved being able to keep up to five cars under cover within the two large garages, with further space available on the driveways and hardstanding. We are only moving because we are ready to downsize. With around three acres here, it offers more land than we now need, but for the right buyer it provides a wonderful lifestyle opportunity in a peaceful and private setting. STEP INSIDE Positioned to make the very most of its commanding views across the Somerset countryside, Sanford House enjoys a beautiful south-facing aspect and offers spacious, adaptable accommodation with excellent flexibility. The principal sitting room has been thoughtfully designed to maximise the outlook, with no expense spared, including pocket doors that slide seamlessly into the wall to frame the views and create a wonderful connection to the outside. In cooler weather, a wood burner brings warmth and atmosphere, ensuring the room feels cosy whatever the season. A separate study provides a quiet space to work or retreat, while the generous dining/family room is equally versatile, enjoying lovely views, direct access to the gardens and the comfort of a further wood burner. The kitchen is beautifully appointed and well equipped with a range of integrated appliances, including double ovens and an induction hob, while the central island is perfectly placed to enjoy the outlook over the garden. Practicality has also been carefully considered, with a large utility room offering direct access outside and ample space for muddy boots, wet dogs or children after time spent outdoors. Even the boiler cupboard has been designed with useful drying space in mind. Upstairs, you are spoilt for choice with two bedrooms worthy of being the principal suite. At one end of the house, a superb bedroom enjoys a picture window that perfectly captures the views across the gardens and surrounding countryside, and is complemented by an air conditioning unit, ideal for warmer weather. Currently arranged as a gym, it is a wonderfully uplifting space that could easily inspire a workout with such an outlook. Adjoining is a luxuriously appointed shower room with a generous double enclosure. The second contender for the main bedroom is tucked further away, making it equally well suited as a private guest suite, and is also positioned to take full advantage of the stunning rural views. Its en suite bathroom is beautifully fitted, featuring a freestanding Lusso stone bath and separate shower enclosure. In addition, there are three further bedrooms and a well-appointed family shower room. STEP OUTSIDE Sanford House enjoys a beautifully peaceful and private setting, with uninterrupted views and a wonderful sense of seclusion. Offering much more than just a home, the property presents an exceptional lifestyle opportunity. An adjoining 2-acre paddock with its own vehicular access provides excellent versatility and is currently home to goats and chickens, although it could easily be adapted for equestrian use if desired. The property benefits from driveways on both sides of the house. To the left is a detached double garage with enclosed parking, while to the right there is a larger-than-average double garage, additional parking, and an adjoining timber studio with power connected. The beautiful sweeping level gardens adjoin open farmland and have been designed to make the very most of the glorious views. Interspersed with a variety of shrubs and mature trees, they create a wonderful backdrop for outdoor living and enjoyment. Tucked away in the far right-hand corner of the garden is a delightful shepherd’s hut with an adjacent wood-fired hot tub. This provides an idyllic retreat and has previously been used successfully as an Airbnb, with the right-hand vehicular access allowing for private guest parking. Alternatively, it is, of course, the perfect place for personal relaxation and enjoyment. Utilities and Services: Mains electricity, oil fired central heating (underfloor and radiators). Mains water. Private drainage. We encourage you to check before viewing a property the potential broadband speeds and mobile signal coverage. You can do so by visiting https://checker.ofcom.org.ukurage you to check before viewing.

Description A charming farmhouse with four additional properties offering a rare and versatile lifestyle opportunity. Perfect for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or a home-and-income arrangement, the properties sit in close proximity while still affording privacy and independence. A useful arrangement of outbuildings complements the setting, together with a swimming pool and pool house, all within over 7 acres of land featuring landscaped gardens old orchard and two enclosed fields. The whole enjoys stunning views towards Wellington Monument and across the surrounding Blackdown Hills, creating a truly exceptional country retreat. The owners have lovingly maintained and enhanced this Grade II listed farmhouse, with sympathetic improvements that create a harmonious blend of history, practicality and style. Listed consents are already in place for a number of further enhancements, offering an exciting opportunity for the next owners to add their own touches if desired. The farmhouse itself provides four double bedrooms and a wonderful balance of ground floor living space, thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the changing seasons while embracing the beautiful countryside setting of the Blackdown Hills. In addition to the main farmhouse, there are four further properties (including an annexe) arranged around the courtyard, together providing a current gross income of approximately £50,000 per annum. Among these, Budleigh Barn Cottage and Budleigh Farm Studio, both three-bedroom homes, are registered on separate title deeds, offering excellent flexibility for borrowing, investment, or independent ownership. A private heated swimming pool with an attractive pool house, together with a range of versatile agricultural and equestrian outbuildings, ensures that every lifestyle need is catered for. Whether you are seeking a home for a large extended family, wish to generate a healthy income, or simply want to enjoy the space and tranquillity of country living, Budleigh Farm truly offers the best of all worlds. Perfectly situated on the edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Budleigh Farm enjoys a peaceful rural setting while remaining highly accessible, just 3.5 miles from Junction 26 of the M5 and 4.5 miles from Taunton. Its location provides an ideal balance of countryside living with excellent educational, travel, and lifestyle opportunities close at hand. Budleigh Farm The main house is a beautiful Grade II listed home that perfectly blends style, character and charm. Its historic fabric is evident throughout, yet the property has been thoughtfully enhanced to meet the needs of modern living. At its heart lies a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, with a vaulted ceiling, oak-framed doors and windows opening to the gardens and views beyond. The bespoke kitchen is fitted with high-end appliances, making entertaining a pleasure, while a limestone floor with underfloor heating and a woodburner add warmth and comfort. A staircase rises to a mezzanine level, where an enclosed room provides a useful home office/occasional bedroom 5. The winter sitting room, with flagstone flooring and an inglenook fireplace, exudes traditional character, while the elegant drawing room, with oak French doors opening to the gardens, is perfect for entertaining. Completing the ground floor are a useful utility and a cloakroom. On the first floor, the stunning principal suite includes a dedicated bedroom with an oak-framed bay window enjoying views across the gardens towards Wellington Monument. A generous dressing room with excellent storage, a stylish en-suite shower room and a cosy reading area complete this exceptional retreat. Three further double bedrooms, each beautifully appointed with character features such as exposed beams and stone mullion windows, also enjoy lovely outlooks. A well-finished family bathroom serves these rooms, featuring a freestanding bath and a separate shower enclosure. The Cottages The four additional properties at Budleigh Farm provide exceptional flexibility, whether for extended family, guest accommodation, or as a business opportunity through letting or Airbnb. This versatility allows an owner to enjoy the benefits of multi-generational living while also creating valuable income potential. All four properties are currently let on assured shorthold tenancies . The Annexe Attached to the main house, this charming one-bedroom self-contained unit offers privacy and flexibility, ideal for guests, family, or rental use. Grooms Cottage Situated beside the pool house, this thoughtfully arranged one-bedroom studio provides a cosy retreat with easy access to leisure facilities. Budleigh Farm Studio Set within the courtyard, this three-bedroom, up-side down home features an inviting open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area, creating a spacious hub for modern living with great views. Budleigh Barn Cottage Adjoining the Studio, this delightful three-bedroom cottage combines character and practicality and private garden, perfectly suited for extended family or as an income-generating rental The Gardens Land and Outbuildings Set in just over seven acres, Budleigh Farm combines beautifully designed formal gardens with complete privacy. The gardens have been thoughtfully planned to follow the sun throughout the day, all while enjoying the stunning backdrop of the Blackdown Hills, where amazing sunsets are guaranteed. A balance of elegant design and relaxed spaces creates a seamless connection between the gardens and the main living areas of the home. The more time you spend in the gardens the more you become aware of the subtle designs that flow throughout the gardens. The private heated swimming pool enjoys spectacular views towards Wellington Monument and is complemented by a hot tub and a dedicated pool house and home office with a wet room, the perfect place to either host parties or unwind and make the most of the very best weather. Vehicular access through the courtyard, past the cottages and main house, leads directly to the land and outbuildings. Conveniently located close to the house are well-maintained stables for both ponies and horses, along with a secure store/tack room and workshop. Nearby, a turnout yard includes additional field shelters, while a track continues past an orchard to a useful pole barn and further shelter. This area opens onto two enclosed paddocks, together with an additional enclosure featuring a wildlife pond. A double carport is located opposite the farm house and there is an additional garage/workshop in the courtyard. The large field is currently rented to a neighbouring owner who keeps alpacas and has some adjoining land, and we understand they would be happy to continue this arrangement if desired. Sellers Insight Within moments of walking in through the back door, we were hooked, turning to see the first hint of the great views, framed by the Tudor inspired arch…. What is so surprising is that you get no inkling at all as you drive to the house, or from the outside. It’s only when you get to see the other side you get to appreciate the magic of what the elevated position gives. It’s not just a view , it’s a whole landscape…ranging over the Blackdown Hills, the Wellington Monument in the distance, across the end of the valley and west out to glimpses of Exmoor. And such big skies! Both inside and out, we have created spaces where we can sit and enjoy glimpses of the views, landscaping the garden in particular to be able to choose spots to follow the sun, and watch stunning sunsets. And, of course, the view ever changes with the seasons. Plenty of places for calm and quiet working or dreaming, but also great entertaining space. Having family and friends over for barbeques or pizza nights on the deck overlooking the pool, or, on colder nights, all together in the big kitchen for tray-bakes, followed by gathering in cosy rooms around the fires…and on warm summer evenings the big skies turn to dark skies, no light pollution, so plenty of stargazing, competing to find the constellations… Services Shared septic tank for all of the properties Mains water and electricity Oil fired central heating Broadband is currently sourced via Starlink. Directions Using what3words https://w3w.co/chess.tigers.flattered

Approached along a long a private driveway through secluded grounds, this exceptional Manor is a Grade II* listed country house. Handsome stone elevations, mullioned windows and steeply pitched roofs introduce a 13th century Manor of considerable character. Together with Residence Two, Residence Three and Residence Four, the estate extends to approximately 16,223 sq. ft., with 22 bedrooms across four residences apx 13 acres and an outdoor heated swimming pool. Residence One was enlarged in the 16th century and comprehensively restored in the 1930s by architect Hubert Lidbetter. Built from local chert stone with Hamstone dressings, it retains exposed beams, timber panelling and substantial stone fireplaces. Residence One extends to approximately 8,807 sq. ft. Its principal reception rooms are arranged around a generous banquet hall, where an intricately beamed ceiling and panelled walls create a memorable setting for entertaining. A separate reception room has a broad fireplace and views over the gardens, while the kitchen combines timber cabinetry, a central island and a range cooker, with space for informal dining. A bar, television room, games room and study provide further places to gather or retreat, alongside a utility room and sauna. Ten bedrooms are arranged across the upper floors, with individual proportions and period details giving each its own character. Several have fireplaces, exposed timbers or built-in storage, while the bathrooms include a distinctive timber bath set beside a stone fireplace. A dressing room accompanies the second bedroom, and a first-floor terrace provides an elevated outdoor seating area. Residence Two extends to approximately 3,716 sq. ft., with four bedrooms and an impressive reception room stretching to over 49 ft. A mezzanine overlooks this space, while a generous kitchen and dining room forms the centre of the house. A separate office and a ground-floor bedroom add flexibility, with the remaining three bedrooms upstairs. The five-bedroom Residence Three spans approximately 2,346 sq. ft. A large dining and reception room is complemented by a second reception space, a kitchen and breakfast room, and a separate utility room. Four bedrooms are on the ground floor, including one with an ensuite bathroom, while the principal bedroom occupies the first floor with its own ensuite bathroom. Arranged on one level, Residence Four provides approximately 1,354 sq. ft. of accommodation. Its three bedrooms include a generous principal room opening outside, alongside a bathroom and separate shower room. A kitchen and dining room connects to the conservatory, with a separate reception room completing the layout. Together, the additional residences offer considerable flexibility for extended family, guests or staff. Outside, broad lawns, mature trees and established planting frame the buildings and reinforce the sense of privacy. The outdoor heated swimming pool sits within a sheltered enclosure with a paved surround, while terraces around the houses provide space for outdoor dining. Access to the M5 connects the area with Bristol, Exeter and the wider South West, while rail services from Taunton provide connections to London Paddington.