BARTON ROCKS BARTON, WINSCOMBE, BS25 1DU

BARTON ROCKS BARTON, WINSCOMBE, BS25 1DU

BARTON ROCKS BARTON, WINSCOMBE, BS25 1DU Stunning Arts & Crafts home in beautiful elevated grounds approaching 29 acres Individual Edwardian residence Breathtaking views Stables and outbuildings Set in the heart of rolling, open countryside 96 ft garaging/store A most impressive open plan kitchen/family room All bedrooms en suite EPC Rating = G DESCRIPTION At the turn of the last century, the renowned Bristol architect, Sir George Oatley commissioned Barton Rocks to be built for him having identified this wonderful hillside location on the side of the Mendip Hills to be the perfect position for a classic Edwardian residence in the Arts and Craft style. The house is set at the head of a long, winding driveway and adjoining National Trust land. Oatley was knighted in recognition of his most notable work, the important Bristol landmark, the university Wills Memorial building at the head of Park Street which he designed in 1912 and finally completed in 1925. Barton Rocks remained within the Oatley family until 1976. The house stands in ground approaching 29 acres, comprising ornamental gardens, woodland and pasture with a series of stables, extensive outbuildings and notable for keen riders, direct access though the land onto the Mendip way. Within the last 2/3 years, the house has been stylishly remodelled by the current owners, most notably creating a superb open plan kitchen/family room that stretches across the full width of the property and is a wonderful bright and informal entertaining area. Approached via a glazed entrance porch, the hallway leads to a magnificent drawing room with a high vaulted open truss ceiling, extensively panelling creating terrific ambience and character. A central inglenook fireplace with flagstone hearth is a lovely focal point and the octagonal bay windows enjoy exceptional southerly views.

A doorway from the drawing room leads through to the huge kitchen/family room which features elegant natural oak flooring and a large wood burning stove built into the open chimney breast. The kitchen has been newly fitted with ivory coloured units that extend into the adjoining utility area, with a central granite island, matching work surfaces and an Aga stove. On the opposite side of the hallway is a more informal sitting room or snug. Those with pets will certainly see the benefit of the secondary access to the back of the kitchen with work space for utility, an excellent storage cupboard housing the new oil fired central heating boiler and plenty of space for removal of muddy boots, coats and the drying of dogs. At first floor there are three en suite bedrooms and a fourth en suite bedroom on the second floor. The top bedroom also features a freestanding bath and all four bathrooms have been recently upgraded. Without any doubt, the positioning of Barton Rocks is truly special. The long drive sweeps up the hillside culminating in a large turning circle in front of the house. Running the full length of the house is a very large paved terrace and it is hard to imagine a more pleasant and dramatic spot from which to enjoy garden parties and summer barbeques. There are some 28.4 acres in total and a wonderful mixture of enclosed paddocks and deciduous woodland. The house is completely surrounded by its own land with two of the paddocks wrapping around the north western and southern sides amounting to over 5 acres and a third paddock beyond the stable block on the eastern side of some 6 acres. The woodland itself amounts to approximately 16.5 acres. The stables are concrete block clad with timber under a tiled roof and arranged as three loose boxes and an enclosed and covered yard with two further loose boxes and stable at lower level. Worthy of particular mention is the 95 ft storage shed located to the lower end of the drive providing terrific opportunities for those that seek to operate a small business from home or possibly for the storage of a car collection, boat or simply a huge workshop space. Barton Rocks represents a true rarity. A perfectly manageable size home in the most idyllic setting likely to appeal to any family seeking space, privacy and adaptability if so desired

SITUATION A truly idyllic location, surrounded by glorious countryside. Nearby Winscombe offers a good range of amenities to include supermarket, newsagents, a bank, doctors, dentist and public houses. The village also has a primary school, bowling club and sports club. There is close proximity to the club at Cadbury House in Congresbury with its award winning health spa and hotel and the property is in the catchment area for Churchill Community Foundation school and sixth form centre with Kings of Wessex at Cheddar also close and there is private schooling available at nearby Sidcot or Bristol. Winscombe is ideally situated for the commuter with swift access to the A38 and the M5 motorway with a mainline railway station at Worle, Weston, Yatton or Backwell providing access to Bristol Temple Meads, and London Paddington. Bristol International Airport is within a short drive. DIRECTION From Bristol take the A38 for approximately 15 miles just beyond the village of Sidcot, turn right into Winscombe Hill and after following this lane for about 1 mile past the church, take the second turning on the left, sign posted Barton and Loxton. Follow this road for 1 mile and immediately before the cream coloured house known as Lavenders, turn left by the sign post for a public footpath. Continue up this track eventually forking left up the tarmac drive which leads to Barton Rocks at the top of the hill.

Barton Rocks House = 296.4 sq m / 3190 sq ft Outbuildings = 269.1 sq m / 2896 sq ft Total = 565.5 sq m / 6086 sq ft For identification only. Not to scale. Ground Floor First Floor Second Floor First Floor Outbuilding (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Ground Floor IMPORTANT NOTICE Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2.Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 18/01/16 KN. Kingfisher Print and Design. 01803 867087. savills.co.uk Savills Clifton 20 The Mall, Clifton Village, Bristol BS8 4DR clifton@savills.com 0117 933 5800