DERBYSHIRE’S

Village & Country

Old Smithy Newtown, Buckland St Mary, TA20 3TF

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Derbyshire’s Estate Agents, 7 High Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QF

Tel: 01460 63600 Email: admin@derbyshires.net www.derbyshires.net

London Office: 121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 7AG TEL: 02074098427

An opportunity to purchase a substantial detached 5 bedroom family home steeped in history and situated in The Blackdown

Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property dates back just over 200 years and was built to house a farrier,

blacksmith and wheelwright to service carts on the newly constructed main road. The Smithy still remains on the property along

with many other original features that make this property unique. Apart from being a comprehensive family home, The Old

Smithy was used in the 1980's as a Bed and Breakfast but with its secure outbuildings and courtyard would also suit someone

who had an interest in classic cars or wanted to run a small business from home.

The property comprises: Entrance porch, sitting room with inglenook fireplace, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room,

utility room, cloakroom, lounge, study, rear hall, master bedroom with en suite, 4 further bedrooms, bathroom,

garage/workshop, further garage, cobbled courtyard, open store, old smithy and a generous garden and apple

orchard. Total ground of approximately 0.6 acres. Newtown is situated along the A303 between Buckland St Mary

and Bishopswood. Ilminster (4.5 miles), Chard (5 miles), Taunton (10 miles).

The Old Smithy

Newtown, Buckland St Mary, TA20 3TF

Situation - The property is best approached via a small lane to the side which

takes you to the rear and garage entrance. There is parking here as well as on

the front drive.

Front - The property is set back from the road with a charming and

immaculate front garden with pathway leading to the original front door of the

house. There is also an original arched doorway that leads to the cobbled

courtyard and various outbuildings including the original Old Smithy.

Storm Porch – Leading to part glazed front door.

Sitting Room - 16'8" x 16'0" (5.1m x 4.9m) - Windows to the front and rear

of the property, solid Elm flooring throughout, large inglenook fireplace with

bread oven, exposed beams, TV point and 2 x radiators. A particular feature of

this room can be found to the rear of the inglenook. Called a "squint" it is a

small window which allowed the boss to look through the wall and on to his

workers in the outbuilding beyond.

Dining Room - 16'0" x 12'1" (4.9m x 3.7m) - Windows to the front and rear,

solid elm floorboards, door to rear hall, exposed beams, stairs to 1st floor

landing and 1 x radiator.

Kitchen - 15'8" x 10'2" (4.8m x 3.1m) Window to the front, door to rear, tiled

flooring throughout, exposed stonework and beams, a comprehensive range of

wall and base storage units, oil fired Aga, additional electric oven with

ceramic hob over, 1 1/2 bowl sink with drainer and mixer tap, space and

plumbing for a dishwasher, space for a fridge.

Utility - 7'10" x 6'10" (2.4m x 2.1m) Windows to the front and side, boiler

housing the oil fired central heating system, sink with drainer and cupboard

under, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, double full

height storage cupboard with sliding doors.

Cloakroom – Window to the side, WC, wash hand basin.

Lounge - 21'3" x 14'9" (6.5m x 4.5m) - Window to the rear, French doors to

the patio and garden, 3 x radiators.

Study - 14'1" x 10'5" (4.3m x 3.2m) - Windows to the side and the rear, door

to the rear.

Rear Hallway - Stretching the entire width of the property, fully tiled floor,

doors to both sides and rear, 2 windows to rear, 1 x radiator.

1st Floor Landing - 3 windows to the rear of the property, exposed beams,

double cupboard, 2 x radiators.

Bedroom 1 - 11'1" x 10'2" (3.4m x 3.1m) - 3 Windows to the rear and side,

built in double wardrobe, 1 x radiator and an airing cupboard.

En Suite - Window to the side overlooking the garden, bath with shower over,

pedestal basin, heated towel rail.

Separate WC – Window to the side, WC.

Bedroom 2 - 16'0" x 11'9" (4.9m x 3.6m) - Window to the front, extensive

built in wardrobes, exposed natural stone of the chimney breast, telephone

point, 1 x radiator.

Bedroom 3 - 10'9" x 9'1" (3.28m x 2.79m) - Windows to the front and side,

basin with tiled splashbacks, hatch to loft space, 1 x radiator.

Bedroom 4 - 9'10" x 8'10" (3m x 2.7m) - Window to the front, hatch to loft

space, 1 x radiator.

Bedroom 5 - 10'0" x 8'9" (3.05m x 2.69m) - Window to the front, 1 x

radiator.

Bathroom - Window to the side, a good sized shower cubicle, WC, pedestal

basin, heated towel rail.

Garage/Workshop - 33'5" x 20'0" (10.2m x 6.1m) – Electric roller door to

the North which is approached via the single track lane to the rear of the

property, further double doors that lead through the other side to the courtyard

and other garage, original wooden mezzanine floor, lighting and power. The

roof has been restored recently.

Open Store – Open on one side, beautiful old timber work, cobbled floor with

tiled roof.

Old Smithy - The Old Smithy remains fairly untouched and offers a rare

glimpse of its history. When you walk in you are taken back in time. There is

the original forge which is serviced by the 2 weighted bellows behind. When

you take a look around you can see the original Anvil, sharpening stone, a

wealth of old forged tools, hinges and other pieces that will remain with the

property on completion of a sale. Outside the Smithy and firmly in the ground

is the original wheel former that was used to construct the wheels for the

wagons.

Garage - 20'11" x 12'1" (6.4m x 3.7m) - A timber built garage with windows

to the side, lighting and power.

Garden and Grounds - To the side of the property is a generous paved patio

area with steps leading to the extensive garden. The garden is mainly laid to

lawn which leads to a charming apple orchard at the East end. There is a

comprehensive vegetable garden that leads to generous fruit cages. The

garden has lovely flower borders and mature hedgerows. There is also a stone

built mower shed, further shed, greenhouse and a small wildlife pond.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment through the Vendor’s Selling Agents, Derbyshire’s Estate

Agents, telephone (01460) 63600.

SERVICES

Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Telephone connection

subject to usual transfer regulations.

DIRECTIONS

From Ilminster Southfields Roundabout take the A303 towards Exeter. After

approximately 4.5 miles turn right just after the Eagle Tavern. Continue on this road

and take the first left hand turn which will lead you down to the back of the property

just before reaching the main road again.

No statement in these details is to be relied upon as a representation of fact, and purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of the statements contained herein. These details do not constitute any part of any offer or contract. Derbyshire’s Estate Agents or its

employees and agents do not have any authority to give any warranty or representation whatsoever in respect of this property. These details and all the statements herein are provided without any responsibility on the part of Derbyshire’s Estate Agents or the vendors

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This floor plan is for illustration purposes only, and is not intended to be a scale drawing. All measurements of rooms, doors and

windows are approximate and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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