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The property, Canal Farm, is so named because it is located on the route of the Taunton to Chard Canal, which was the last commercial canal to open in England around 1842, and one of the first to close in 1867. The imposing, individually-designed dwelling that stands on the site today was created for the current owners and completed in March 2016. Constructed with great attention to detail and the highest quality materials, fixtures and fittings the house offers extremely comfortable, light and flexible accommodation.
Inside, on the ground floor, the galleried hallway with its fine walnut and ash staircase makes a strong first impression. This leads to a well-fitted family bathroom, a media room/playroom, two studies with fitted bookshelves and a dual-aspect drawing room with French doors leading onto the terrace. A further hall leads to the dining/sitting room which has bi-fold doors along two walls providing an inside/outside living environment.
This open space leads to a superbly appointed kitchen fitted with a range of high-gloss-fronted cabinets, granite work surfaces, quality integrated appliances and a central island. On the first floor, the expansive landing has French doors that lead to a spacious roof terrace enclosed with a glass-panelled balustrade. The principal bedroom has French doors that open to the roof terrace and access to a luxurious bathroom with a free-standing bath and walk-in shower.
The second bedroom also has French doors to the roof terrace and an ensuite shower room. There are two further bedrooms and a guest suite with an ensuite shower room and a dressing room. Outside, gardens and grounds amounting to 16.
43 acres surround the property. The gardens have been landscaped beautifully and include a deep paved terrace, a wildlife pond and well-stocked mixed borders. At the back of the house, there is a decking area and lawned gardens housing a variety of apple, walnut and crab apple trees.
There is also a well-designed kitchen garden with a greenhouse. Useful outbuildings include two all-purpose barns and stables, plus there is a paddock and three further enclosures. The entrance to Canal Farm leads off a country lane and continues to the property with large expanses of lawn on both sides interspersed with a variety of ornamental trees.
SUMMARY: Thornfalcon, Taunton Guide Price: £2,500,000 Agent: Jackson Stops Agent’s Tel: 01823 325144.
