6 bed detached house for sale

East Lambrook, South Petherton TA13

Southay is an attractive detached unlisted family home occupying a wonderful rural position on the edge of South Petherton, with open views across the surrounding countryside. To the front, the outlook extends towards Burrow Hill and the traditional cider apple orchards, creating an idyllic Somerset setting. The property is approached via its own gated driveway and enjoys a generous plot with a field opposite.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and offers excellent flexibility for modern family life. The ground floor has a particularly sociable layout; centred around a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area with an impressive inglenook fireplace fitted with a Rayburn, creating a cosy seating area. The kitchen is well equipped for everyday family living with fitted units and modern appliances including a boiling water tap. The original flagstone floor and mullioned windows add to the character of this light and airy space. The kitchen leads to the snug which benefits from underfloor heating and panoramic views of the gardens through wall to wall sliding glass doors.

A separate sitting room featuring a large carved hamstone fireplace and log burner offers a quieter space away from the main living areas. Window seats and exposed beams fill this room with old world charm. There is also a door to the garden and a door to a second staircase which winds up to the master suite. The study/sixth bedroom with attached kitchenette provides flexibility as a home office, bedroom or playroom. This versatile space could be equally useful for multigenerational living or income potential due to the adjacent modern shower room. The ground floor also benefits from a separate cloakroom and a well-appointed utility room with butler sink and marble countertop in addition to plentiful storage.
Upstairs, the bright landing overlooks the field and wider views across cider apple orchards to Burrow Hill. The master suite is particularly impressive, with triple aspect windows, hamstone carved fireplace and vaulted ceiling with original exposed beams. This lovely spacious room benefits from fitted wardrobes in the dressing area and a large modern en-suite with walk in shower. Four further double bedrooms, some dual aspect and with fitted storage, are served by a family bathroom and an additional en-suite. Throughout, the house is full of character with exposed stonework, beams and latch doors, high ceilings and light, well-proportioned rooms.

The outside space is a real feature of Southay, with generous gardens surrounding the house and a mix of open lawn, established trees and well-stocked borders. Mature hedging gives definition and privacy, while climbing plants add colour and seasonal interest. Several paved and gravelled areas create natural spots for sitting out, entertaining and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

The grounds extend beyond the immediate gardens, with a useful side garden with separate access. This longer garden includes a polytunnel and offers considerable versatility for those looking to keep animals or grow produce. Further land is situated opposite in the form of a paddock, which has its own water supply and is currently used for alpaca grazing.
There is also an excellent range of outbuildings, including timber stabling with electricity, brick-built and timber garages, an open-sided barn and various storage sheds. A summerhouse with its own decked terrace provides an appealing additional space for hobbies, creative use or working from home.

Taken together, the house, gardens, paddock and extensive range of ancillary buildings provide an unusually versatile property, offering the opportunity to enjoy a rural lifestyle while retaining the practical spaces needed for modern family living.

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Location

Southay sits in an attractive rural setting close to the sought-after village of East Lambrook near South Petherton. The area is renowned for its traditional Hamstone architecture, cider orchards and beautiful Somerset countryside, with East Lambrook offering a village pub, church and the celebrated Grade I listed East Lambrook Manor Garden and Cafe, within just a few minutes walk.

South Petherton and nearby Martock provide everyday amenities, while Yeovil, Sherborne and Taunton offer wider shopping, leisure and employment facilities. The A303 just 2.5 miles away, provides excellent road connections towards London and the M3, with the M5 also readily accessible. Mainline trains to London Paddington run from Taunton and Castle Cary, while Crewkerne provides services to London Waterloo.

The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, riding and cycling, with footpaths, bridleways and quiet lanes nearby. Golf, fishing, racing and water sports are all available locally, while the Jurassic Coast, Bruton and The Newt are within easy reach.

There are a number of highly regarded schools in the area including Kingsbury Episcopi primary within walking distance and South Petherton Primary and a Montessori pre-school at Over Stratton. Both prep and secondary independent schools at Millfield, Sherborne, Bruton and Taunton are easily accessed.

Outside

Outside, the property enjoys a sizeable area of land with a rural character that is increasingly difficult to find. The gardens and grounds provide plenty of scope for outdoor entertaining and recreation, while the rural outlook and surrounding orchards give Southay a particularly appealing sense of space and privacy.

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax Band

G

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