West Bagborough, Taunton
£1,250,000

Exceptional detached 4 bedroom property situated in an idyllic location at the foot of the Quantocks and set in circa 4 acres of grounds including paddocks, stables and numerous outbuildings. Currently trading as a lucrative caravan site but equally could be reverted to a fantastic equestrian holding.

Main House
Having undergone an extensive renovation by the current owners, the property offers a fantastic blend of modern comforts together with country charm and enjoys breath-taking views of The Quantocks from many rooms. Benefitting from double glazing and oil fired central heating, the accommodation comprises, on the ground floor – porch, entrance hall, sitting room with wood burner, impressive kitchen/dining room with inset cabinetry, boot room/utility, study, and a generous double bedroom with ensuite shower room. The first floor offers a superb master bedroom with dressing room and well equipped ensuite bathroom. The remaining 2 double bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom.

Externally the property is accessed over a private driveway which has been cleverly split to provide access to the campsite to the left and access to the house on the right. On approaching the house there is a large parking and turning space partially enclosed by a small hedge, giving privacy from the campsite. The detached double garage (with power and water) lies to the right hand side of the house and has huge potential for conversion to an annex (subject to planning permission). The South-Westerly facing main garden lies to the rear of the house and offers total privacy. It has been laid to lawn and planted with mature hedge borders and a variety of trees, shrubs and flower beds. A south facing, rose covered pergola offers the ideal spot for alfresco dining. A gate from the main garden leads to a kitchen garden area with a raised bed and a hardstanding area ready to house a greenhouse. A charming ‘woodland walk’ runs along the southern boundary of the property, the start of which has been heavily planted with a wide variety of ‘bee loving’ plants.

Barns & Stables
To the rear of the double garage there is a timber built garage/workshop with double doors leading into a second workshop, all with light and power. The yard area lies behind here and offers a good sized open fronted barn for machinery and hay storage and a further barn with partitioning for 3 12’x12′ loose boxes. Both barns benefit from a concrete floor and power.

Campsite

Described as a “beautifully cared for hidden gem” with a “wonderfully relaxed and peaceful atmosphere”, Quantock Camping is a family-run campsite with a boutique feel, set within beautifully landscaped grounds, and nestled on the edge of the Quantock Hills. A scenic footpath also gives you access to the local pub, the Rising Sun and the Quantock Hills only a mile away. Features include:

• Large, hard standing seasonal caravan pitches (vans permitted to remain onsite year-round)

• 4 luxury glamping pods

• Large touring pitches with optional electric hookups

• Flushing toilets and hot showers (including hot outdoor showers!)

• Communal BBQ hut with dishwash facilities, fridge/freezer, fire pits/chiminea and picnic tables (including one that seats 12+)

The campsite provides a healthy income and offers a great opportunity for someone wanting a lifestyle business. Details of the income can be obtained from the agent upon request. 

The site is paddocked with post and rail fencing and a new buyer could easily revert to paddocks rather than a campsite if desired. One of the paddocks already has a hardstanding base, making it an ideal spot for an arena (subject to planning).

The small village of West Bagborough lies tucked under the western edge of the Quantock Hills. Above the village is Lydeard Hill from where you can get an amazing view of Taunton Dene and the Blackdown Hills and, on a clear day, you can even see the top of Dunkery Beacon on Exmoor. The village has a popular pub, Church, Cricket/playing field and small industrial estate. The larger village of Bishops Lydeard (1 mile) offers day to day shopping facilties, a bakery, doctors surgery, vets and a range of independent shops and businesses. Taunton, 8 miles, provides a wide range of shopping, schooling and transport links with direct trains to London from 1 hour 40 minutes.