3 Bed Detached House For Sale

Little Summerleaze provides an amazing opportunity to own a "one off" home set in its own grounds of 2.07 acres including fabulous gardens with views, planted with an abundance of specimen trees, shrubs, flowers, lovely formal gardens, a separate paddock and a detached garage and workshop building (logstore, garage, large workshop, two further rooms/storage together with a mezzanine area above the workshop) and ample parking.

This lovely home, not just a pleasant and cosy place to live, provides the perfect lifestyle to get away from it all yet close enough (1 mile) to the town and its comprehensive amenities.

Built in 1938 by Pratten and Co of Midsummer Norton, the house was commissioned by The English Timber Development Association and was displayed by them at the 1938 Bath & West Show. Although not of conventional construction (timber framed), it is soundly configured, as can be shown by the original plans, which are available to view.

The Dwelling - Little Summerleaze provides an amazing opportunity to own a "one off" home set in its own grounds of 2.07 acres including fabulous gardens with views, planted with an abundance of specimen trees, shrubs, flowers, lovely formal gardens, a separate paddock and a detached garage and workshop building (logstore, garage, large workshop, two further rooms/storage together with a mezzanine area above the workshop) and ample parking.

This lovely home, not just a pleasant and cosy place to live, provides the perfect lifestyle to get away from it all yet close enough (2 miles) to the town and its comprehensive amenities.

Built in 1938 by Pratten and Co of Midsummer Norton, the house was commissioned by The English Timber Development Association and was displayed by them at the 1938 Bath & West Show. Although not of conventional construction (timber framed), it is soundly configured, as can be shown by the original plans, which are available to view.

Accommodation - The accommodation comprises entrance door to a large entrance porch with cloaks and shoe cupboard, the reception hall, large sitting room with woodbuner and view of the garden and beyond together with access to the terrace, very generous dining room with sun/garden room area again enjoying fabulous views of the garden, paddock and access to the terrace, study/occasional ground floor bedroom 4), kitchen/breakfast room, utility and cloakroom/wc, rear lobby and secondary entrance porch, first floor landing with a secondary landing (3.07m x 2.09m min) with fitted cupboards and a walk-in wardrobe (1.22m x 2.07m), all utilised by bedroom one, large bedroom one being dual aspect with lovely country views, generous en suite shower room, two further bedrooms, one having double doors to a balcony again overlooking the garden and surrounding countryside and a family bathroom.

Outside - The property is approached via wrought iron double gates to a generous drive providing parking and turning areas for several vehicles. To the left, there is a large GARAGE AND WORKSHOP BUILDING comprising a covered log store, garage, two separate store rooms, and a large workshop with stairs leading to a MEZZANINE area.

To the south eastern side of the property is a substantial raised terrace which overlooks the garden, grounds and beyond, ideal for alfresco dining throughout the day. This in turn provides access to the formal gardens, which are lovely, planted with an array of mature shrub beds and borders, beautiful magnolias, azaleas, rhododendrons, heathers to mention just a few, together with former lawns. There is a timber SUMMERHOUSE set on a slightly elevated spot surveying the gardens, paddock and woodland (2.07 acres in total).

THE PADDOCK
The paddock has its own gated entrance off the no through lane, a timber outbuilding/store and is tentatively divided into two sections. The second paddock area leads down to the southeast boundary, which in turn adjoins a woodland/wild area providing lovely views.

The current owners had thought about building a detached bungalow in the paddock, which may be an option for any prospective buyer, subject to obtaining the relevant planning permission.

Situation - The property is located on its own grounds of 2.07 acres with lovely views.

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Services - Mains water, gas and electricity. Oil-fired central heating via radiators. Solar panels have been installed since 2012 (total income £19,000 circa). Further to this, a battery was installed in 2023. Although the property currently has a private septic tank drainage system, there is the opportunity to connect to the main sewer system.

Broadband - Ultrafast broadband is available.
Mobile signal/coverage - Available both indoors and outside
(Information from Ofcom

Material Information - Council Tax Band: C

Flood risk: Very Low

This property is constructed of a timber-framed configuration.

Planning Information
We understand there is a planning/Outline proposal for development of land (All matters reserved except for means of access) at Brimsmore which may incorporate a green site to provide habitat creation, together with new native thicket, tree and wildflower planting which we understand to be adjacent to the paddock of Little Summerleaze. Please see the link below:

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Property History - The first owner, Henry Singleton, purchased the house and was erected on his land at Coppitts Hill, where he continued to live until his demise in 1956.

In 1956, it was purchased by Robert Edebrooke. In July 1959, Reginald & Barbara Freke became the next occupants. They were part of the Messrs Freke and Gifford, local glove manufacturers. Sadly, Reg died in 1978. Barbara lived on in the house until her passing in 1989.

The fourth and current owners purchased it in 1990. They continued the tradition of long-term ownership, but after 35 happy years, and due to advancing years, they have reluctantly decided to offer the house for sale.