Enmore, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5

The Agent says ... The property, which forms the major part of three other residences, has a rich local history that is well documented. The imposing mansion saw much change particularly after World War II, when the property was acquired by Gassy Harris, who set about its division along with alterations to the interior of the house. The current owners have enjoyed the property for over twenty years as a much-loved family home that includes exceptionally spacious light rooms spread over three floors. THE ACCOMMODATION The property is approached off a quiet country lane, following a private drive that continues past the former coach house and gardener’s cottage that sweeps onto the front driveway and parking area at the front of the main house. The main front entrance leads through a glazed porch, through the main door opening into an impressive entrance hall. Ornate plaster mouldings, high ceilings and beautiful arches are evident throughout with the formal staircase seen to the far side. A door under the stairs leads down to the cellars. The kitchen is exceptionally spacious and light with full height sash windows looking out to the rear garden area. A range of storage cabinets and shelving run along one side and include a 2-oven electric aga. With space for a dish washer and a butler sink. French doors open out to the rear garden. The main dining area is to the other side with a central fireplace housing a large wood burning stove. Arched alcoves with book shelving are either side. The sitting room has full height sash windows and enjoys far reaching views out across the front lawned area, with open countryside beyond. An ornate marble surround fireplace houses a further wood burning stove. Distinct ornate plaster mouldings to the ceiling are a key feature to this splendid room. The main staircase with quarter landings benefits from a huge window that extends through all levels allowing an abundance of natural light into the stair wells and landings. On the first floor there are three double bedrooms – known as The Library Room, Four Poster Room, and The Blue Room. A family bathroom completes the first floor arrangement. On the top floor The Nursery Room is the largest of the bedrooms with outstanding elevated views looking out across the parkland towards the open countryside of Somerset with Glastonbury Tor, clearly visible and the Mendip Hills beyond. There is a further bedroom to the side known as The Map Room. Across the landing an inner hall leads to a useful storeroom with a large family bathroom beyond. Of particular interest is the original elm floorboarding that extends across. GARDENS AND GROUNDS The main garden area is lawned on varying levels, which extend across the gravelled drive. The main focus to the design and landscape are the magnificent mature trees that give a real presence. They include a cedar of Lebanon, a copper beech and seen to the far end of the garden a spectacular English oak, which is believed to be around 700 years old. A woodland garden to the side follows pathways that meander through various areas to include fruit trees such as cherry, plum and apple. The glade can be seen to the far side with evidence of an old drive, which offers an opportunity to create a private entrance directly into the property, subject to the necessary consents. A pathway continues around the copper beech leading to the rear garden area where a summer house is nestled in amongst established ash trees and the boundary wall beyond. An original wooden garden door opens out to the lane beyond the brick walling. A useful outbuilding offers excellent ancillary space and is currently used as a utility room for the main house with a useful shower room and WC beyond. SITUATION Situated at the foot of the Quantock Hills, which have been designated an Area Outstanding Natural Beauty and provide miles of footpaths and bridleways, ideal for those with walking, cycling and equestrian interests. The village of Enmore offers good local facilities and amenities to include a highly regarded primary school, fine parish church, public house and a well known golf course. Enmore is approximately four miles distant from Bridgwater, which offers good shopping facilities. On the outskirts of this town can be found junctions 23 and 24 of the M5 motorway. Taunton, the county town, provides a comprehensive range of recreational, scholastic and shopping facilities, as well as the main line railway station. SERVICES Mains electricity, water. Septic tank. LOCAL AUTHORITY Somerset Council Tax Band E ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE EPC exempt