6 bed detached house for sale

Shattocks, West Bagborough, Taunton, Somerset TA4

A pair of traditional cottages with potential to create a single dwelling together with a substantial stone barn and exceptional rural views across rolling farmland. Now in need of renovation. No onward chain

The property is constructed of local stone elevations beneath pitched slate roofs and comprises a pair of period cottages arranged over two storeys, with traditional detailing including brick chimney stacks and a classic rural appearance.

The accommodation is generous and versatile, currently providing six bedrooms, three reception rooms, two kitchens, two bathrooms and two utility rooms, offering excellent flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The property offers excellent flexibility and potential to reconfigure into a single family dwelling, subject to any necessary consents. This flexible layout lends itself to multi-generational living, income potential, or reconfiguration into a cohesive country house.

The property is surrounded by mature gardens, predominantly lying to the south and enjoying breathtaking views across the Vale of Taunton towards the Blackdown Hills in the distance. To fully appreciate the position and charm of this superb village property a viewing is highly recommended.

Shattocks enjoys a peaceful and private setting in the sought-after village of West Bagborough, located to the west of Taunton. The property is positioned within attractive undulating countryside, offering excellent access to scenic walking, riding, and outdoor pursuits across the Quantock Hills. Despite its tranquil setting, the property remains conveniently accessible to Taunton, providing a comprehensive range of shopping, educational, and transport facilities including mainline rail links to London Paddington.

The property is set back from the public highway approached via a driveway which sweeps round to a gravelled courtyard to the rear of the house providing parking for numerous vehicles.

Adjacent to the house creating privacy and an acoustic barrier is a substantial single storey barn of stone elevations under a pitched tiled roof. Currently providing two car ports, an office and a generous storage area but has potential for numerous alternative uses such as a games room, workshop, home office, annex, gymnasium to name but a few, subject to an necessary planning consents.

The gardens lie to the south and are currently lawned giving prospective purchasers the opportunity to landscape them to their individual tastes. The real selling point however is the breathtaking views across the Vale of Taunton and the Blackdown Hills in the distance which can only be fully appreciated when viewed.
Adjoining the house and buildings is a gently sloping pasture paddock, ideal for a pony or small horse, enhancing the appeal for those seeking an equestrian or smallholding lifestyle.
The whole extends to approximately 1.85 acres (0.75 hectares), providing a manageable yet highly attractive parcel of land.

Mature hedgerows and a small stream frame the property, offering a haven for wildlife, while maximising the expansive rural outlook.