Yeovil Pen Mill 8.6 miles A rare opportunity to rent a stunning Grade II' listed home on the outskirts of Somerton, Somerset.
Built in distinctive Blue Lias stone with Mullioned Ham stone windows, the property retains an extraordinary wealth of original character including its historic water wheel.
On the ground floor there is a reception hall/foyer which leads into a utility space to the left which continues on through to a contemporary bathroom and additional guest bedroom. Adjacent to the foyer is a large and bright space providing a perfect space to host and utilize as a dining room or a cozy drawing room. On the other side of the reception hall is a large kitchen which benefits from an Alpha range oven, single electric oven, Belfast sink and dishwasher. At the far end of the kitchen is the exposed elements of the water mill which is a particularly attractive feature.
Leading through from the kitchen is two reception rooms both featuring original flag stone flooring and stunning mullioned windows overlooking the southerly rear aspect of the property across the gardens. The largest of these rooms has an open wood fire place with additional storage, and there is a convenient separate downstairs WC in the smaller room.
Stairs to the upper level lead to three bedrooms all of generous size. The second bedroom benefits from an ensuite bathroom and the master bedroom contains built in wardrobes and a smaller door continues through into a study space with more of the Mill functions and steps back down into the kitchen.
The family bathroom has been modernized and includes a large walk in shower, basin and WC with additional shelving for storage.
The lower ground level there is a large garden room which opens onto the lower levels of the garden. The room has a wide variety of possible uses and would make a wonderful summer sitting area. Beyond the garden room is the milling room which is now primarily used for storage or as a wine cellar.
The property is approached via two separate generous parking areas. The first is a tarmac driveway leading to the side of the house, and the other is approached from the rear and adjoins the outbuildings. The generous grounds are south facing with a large terrace positioned between the house and mill pond making an idyllic spot from which to enjoy the surrounding gardens.
There is a footbridge which crosses the millpond to gently sloping gardens and a large area of lawn. Beyond the gardens are a large studio/workshop with WC and a couple of outbuildings.
Somerton is a town and civil parish in the English county of Somerset. It gave its name to the county and was briefly, around the start of the 14th century, the county town, and around 900 was possibly the capital of Wessex. It has held a weekly market since the Middle Ages, and the main square with its market cross is today popular with visitors. Situated on the River Cary, approximately 8.8 miles (14.2 km) north-west of Yeovil, Somerton has its own town council serving a population of 4,697 as of 2011.
Please call Lauren Patterson, Shula Spalding or Nina Mills to arrange a viewing on this beautiful home on option 2.
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