Property for sale

Enfield Drive, Evercreech, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4

Approved Planning Permission for a Two-Bedroom Eco-Dwelling in Evercreech, Somerset

This unique opportunity offers the construction of a highly sustainable, single-storey two-bedroom home on surplus back land within the quiet village of Evercreech, Somerset. Designed to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, the proposed dwelling has been granted planning permission and incorporates innovative eco-friendly features, making it ideal for environmentally conscious buyers or investors.

The Approved Scheme

Dwelling Design: Single-storey, partially subterranean, and highly insulated, featuring renewable technologies such as an air source heat pump.

Integration with Landscape: Excavated material from foundations will create a sloped embankment, complemented by a green living roof to blend with the surrounding environment.

Access: Via a 5m-wide private driveway from the residential cul-de-sac, owned by the existing property.

Plot Layout: The disused railway line at the western end of the site will serve as the garden for the new property, maintaining continuity with neighboring plots and existing embankments.

The Existing Site

The approximately 1,174 sqm site currently hosts several outbuildings and workshops within a well-maintained garden. Features include:

Lawn and introduced shrubs

Small trees

Hardstanding areas

Wooden sheds and greenhouse

The site offers ample space for the approved dwelling while preserving a generous garden area and maintaining privacy and greenery.

Location – Evercreech, Somerset

Evercreech is a quiet, well-established village conveniently positioned 3 miles southeast of Shepton Mallet and 5 miles from Castle Cary. The village provides a friendly community and essential amenities:

Castle Cary Station: Approx. 6 km away, with direct services to London Paddington, Bristol, Exeter, and Plymouth.

Village Amenities: Convenience store, post office, and local bakery.

Local Dining: The Bell Inn offers traditional pub food, with additional options in Shepton Mallet and Castle Cary.

This plot in Evercreech presents a rare opportunity to create a bespoke, eco-conscious home in a tranquil Somerset village. With approved planning permission, renewable technologies, and a design that integrates beautifully into the landscape, it offers both sustainability and lifestyle appeal in a highly desirable rural setting.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.

Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.

Exclusivity Fee:
You can secure the purchase today by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000 which gives you the rights to purchase within a given timeframe. The exclusivity fee is returned to you upon successful completion of the property.

A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This gives the buyer exclusive rights to purchase within a pre-agreed timeframe.

Paying this fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market and reserves it exclusively for you, therefore eliminating the risk of gazumping and aborted costs.

Disclaimer

The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. Photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and not as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.