6 bedroom detached house for sale

Beech Lawns enjoys a convenient rural setting just beyond Rooks Bridge, a friendly Somerset village offering a pub, post office, and village store. The location offers excellent road links via the A38 and M5 (J22), with Bristol, Taunton, and Bristol International Airport all within easy reach.For families, the area is well-served by reputable schools including Weare First School, Hugh Sexey’s, and Kings Academy, all within easy driving distance.
Beech Lawns is a distinguished and beautifully presented period farmhouse, set within idyllic private grounds. Originally dating from the 1800s, the property has been sympathetically and stylishly refurbished during the current owners’ 30-year tenure, resulting in a refined and inviting home of character, comfort, and elegance.
The property is approached via a gated entrance, with a long gravel driveway that sweeps past the front and side of the house to a generous parking area discreetly screened by mellow brick walls. The setting is both private and peaceful, framed by manicured lawns, mature trees, and a backdrop of open countryside.
The ground floor opens with a welcoming hallway featuring original flagstone flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor. Both principal reception rooms are south facing, offering a wealth of natural light and charming garden views. The sitting room enjoys a wood-burning stove, while the dining room features an open chimney breast, perfect for hosting in both formal and relaxed settings.
The heart of the home is the spectacular 42' open-plan kitchen/family room, running the full width of the house. Flagstone flooring, a bespoke range of solid wood cabinetry, and an array of integrated appliances, including Aga, wine cooler, and American-style fridge freezer. creating an exceptional space for entertaining and day-to-day living. French doors open onto a sheltered, covered terrace; ideal for al fresco dining. A separate utility room provides additional functionality, along with a cloakroom and rear access.
Upstairs, all bedrooms are finished to a luxurious standard, with sweeping views across the gardens and surrounding countryside. The principal suite features a large dressing room and an opulent ensuite bathroom with twin basins, freestanding bath, separate shower, and decorative fireplace. three further bedrooms, a family bathroom and an additional cloakroom serve the remainder of the first floor, combining practicality with period charm.
To the west of the main house lies a two-storey, two-bedroom annexe, offering enormous flexibility. The spacious ground floor could function as a home office or be converted into a self-contained apartment—ideal for multi-generational living or generating income via holiday lets or Airbnb.The grounds, extending to approximately 2.4 acres are a true highlight land are private, level and thoughtfully landscaped. Expanses of lawn are interspersed with native trees, mature hedging, and ornamental planting. A striking oak-framed garden room, vaulted and open to the gardens, provides a delightful entertaining space in all weathers.
Equestrian buyers will appreciate the stabling and level paddock to the rear, completing the lifestyle offering.
Beech Lawns is a rare opportunity to acquire an elegant country home that perfectly balances period charm, modern living, and versatile outbuildings, all set within peaceful surroundings with first-class connections.