About this property
Nestled on the edge of Street in the hamlet of Overleigh is this impressive, Palladian-style period house. With its south-facing elevation and extensive accommodation approaching 6,000 sq.ft., this property offers quality space for the primary household, with the potential for a self-contained annexed wing and self-contained apartment if required.
The house is set within beautiful mature grounds of over an acre, providing a sheltered and tranquil retreat. The stone construction of the building, complimented by oak flooring, large fireplaces, panelling, window shutters, and an elegant staircase leading to a galleried landing which retains many period details.
The ground floor features a grand reception hall, drawing room, panelled sitting room, and a dining room with an archway leading through to a fitted kitchen/breakfast room. Additional spaces include a cloakroom, laundry, and boot room. An integral west wing comprises a hallway, cloakroom, sitting room (or bedroom), kitchen, storeroom, and bedroom.
On the first floor, you’ll find a principle bedroom suite with a dressing room and shower room, along with six further bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an en suite shower room. The second floor houses a potential self-contained apartment if needed comprising of a bedroom, shower room, and a living room with kitchenette facilities. In total, the house boasts eight bedrooms, five bath or shower rooms, and an annexe wing.
The outbuildings include a substantial store and two timber sheds, although these require some repairs.
Gardens and Grounds
The property is approached off a country lane where a large gravel driveway takes you into a large parking/turning area. The grounds amount to just over an acre and include both mature trees and extensive lawns. There are established hedges and fencing creating an enclosed private space ideal for young children and pets, with parts of the property bordering the Clark’s Trust ‘Wild Area’ affording an open green outlook. There are patio areas as well as hardstanding allowing for a variety of outdoor activities.
This handsome period house, with its extensive accommodation and beautiful mature grounds, offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful and elegant lifestyle in a prime location.
Local information
- This fine period home lies within the hamlet of Overleigh on the edge of Street in a semi-rural position. Street, a small town of Roman origins, offers a range of day to day amenities including shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bank and the Clarks Village outlet. Street is also the home of Millfield School, which is a 15 minutes’ walk from Overleigh House(1 Mile). Slightly further afield is the medieval town of Glastonbury steeped in history with its diverse array of shops and home to the world famous music festival.
- Just 5 miles from Glastonbury is Wells which is the smallest city in England (population 10,000). Its centre is the marketplace (local markets twice a week) surrounded by many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace.
- The region is renowned for its schools, both state and private, with Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, The Taunton and Bath schools, Kings Bruton, All Hallows and Downside all close by. For those seeking even more options, slightly further afield there are schools such as Port Regis, Hazelgrove, Canford, Bryanston and the Sherborne Schools.
- Convenient transport links nearby include the A303 providing access to the South West and London via the M3. The M5 provides access to both Exeter, Bristol and beyond. Bristol and Exeter international airports are accessible by car.
- For those preferring rail travel, the mainline train service to London Paddington is approximately 1hr 45 minutes and can be accessed via Castle Cary train station, about 13 miles away
Additional information
- Directions: The property can be found using What3words app what3words///housework.boot.meals Post code – BA16 0TJ
- EPC Rating: E
- Tenure: Freehold
- Council Tax Band: H
