5 bedroom detached house for sale

UPLANDSCHEDDAR, SOMERSET BS27 3YPSet in a quiet, gently elevated position above Cheddar, Uplands presents a rare opportunity to acquire a versatile country property with outstanding views and flexible accommodation. The property includes mature gardens and enjoys panoramic outlooks across the Somerset countryside, making it an exceptional choice for buyers seeking space, privacy and potential.Available as a whole or in separate lots, the property comprises: a substantial detached house with two flats, gardens and paddock. About 1.5 acres a detached one-bedroom barn conversion with orchard and paddock. About 1.3 acres a meadow of approximately 1.2 acres.
Lot 1 Uplands House & Two FlatsA substantial detached five-bedroom house with gardens, paddock and wide-reaching views. Close by is a converted outbuilding providing two self-contained flats. In all about 1.5 acres.Guide Price: £1,200,000.
Lot 2 – The Converted BarnA detached barn conversion with its own garden, orchard and paddock. In all about 1.2 acres.Guide Price: £450,000.
Lot 3 – Pasture LandA gently sloping meadow of about 1.2 acres.Guide Price: £25,000.
Important NoteOffers for Lot 3 will not be considered unless Lots 1 and 2 have been sold.
LocationUplands enjoys a peaceful rural setting on the edge of Cheddar, set back from the lane in a quiet and private position. The property commands southerly and easterly views across open countryside. While private, it is not isolated, lying within a few minutes’ drive of Cheddar village centre. Wells, Wedmore and Glastonbury are also easily reached, with Bath and Bristol less than an hour away.
Description – Lot 1, Uplands House & FlatsApproached from a quiet lane linking Cheddar with Draycott, Uplands is entered through double gates onto a sweeping gravelled drive leading to a large parking area and gardens. The house is set to the west, with a verandah along its eastern side.Accommodation is arranged over three floors:Ground floor: Entrance hall, sitting room, study, large kitchen/dining room, utility and cloakroom.First floor: Master suite with bedroom, dressing room and bathroom, plus two further bedroom suites with en suite shower rooms.Lower ground floor: Two bedrooms, shower room and external garden access.In all, the house provides two reception rooms, a large kitchen/dining room, five bedrooms and four bathrooms.Accommodation DetailsThe entrance hall has oak flooring, double cloak cupboard and staircases both rising and descending. The sitting room features a wood-burning stove, bay window and French door, one opening to a balcony and the other to a Juliette balcony. The adjacent study also opens to a Juliette balcony.The kitchen/dining room is a bright central space with windows and doors opening to the verandah and gardens. It includes a range of units, breakfast bar and integrated appliances including a Rangemaster cooker, fridge and dishwasher.On the first floor, the master suite offers a dual-aspect bedroom with balcony, dressing room with fitted wardrobes, and a bathroom with bath, shower, basin, bidet and WC. Two further suites each include fitted wardrobes and en suite shower rooms.The lower ground floor has two bedrooms, a shower room and lobby with storage, with one bedroom enjoying garden access.Gardens, Orchard & PaddockThe house is surrounded by established gardens with lawns, trees including walnut, an apple orchard, shrubs, hedges and a paddock. Outbuildings include sheds and a greenhouse. A secondary drive leads to the converted outbuilding containing two flats.The FlatsThe ground floor flat comprises kitchen, study/utility, sitting room, double bedroom and shower room.The first floor flat has a hall, shower room and stairs to a bright open-plan kitchen/living area with fitted units and Velux window, plus a partially divided bedroom.
Lot 2 – The Converted BarnSet beyond the orchard and approached via the back drive, the detached barn enjoys excellent privacy. Double French doors open to an open-plan living and kitchen area with fitted units and superb views.A ground-floor shower room and first-floor bedroom area with skylights (reduced headroom) complete the accommodation. Outside are a stable block, timber shed, orchard paddock and mature trees.
Lot 3 – The LandA gently sloping field of about 1.2 acres, with westerly aspect and gated lane access.
Other InformationFreehold. Not listed. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Heating: LPG for the house; electric for flats and barn.EPC ratings: House 54 (Band E), Flat 54 (Band E), Barn 53 (Band E). Barn 50 (Band E).Planning: The barn benefits from a Certificate of Lawful Use confirming its status as a dwelling for over four years. A planning application for extension is in preparation.Council Tax. House Band D. Barn Band B.
Rights of WayIf Lot 1 is sold separately from Lot 2, Lot 1 will be subject to a right of way along the back drive serving Lot 2. The drive also carries rights of way in favour of neighbouring properties to the north.
About CheddarCheddar is a picturesque and well-known village on the south-west side of the beautiful Mendip Hills. The village has a wide selection of shops, commercial premises, medical services and an excellent state school system. There are also good private schools nearby including Sidcot, Wells Cathedral, Millfield and the Bristol schools, all within easy reach.There are many cultural, sporting and social societies within the area providing for most needs. Important NotesPlease see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements.As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable. Property DetailsRoderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGSInterested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR. P.S. A few extra comments.Mortgages – we can help. Bridging loans – We can help.Moving house is complicated and stressful when a sale and purchase needs to be tied together in terms of finance and timing.Sometimes we can negotiate an agreement to suit both sellers and buyers.Sometimes a bridging loan can solve problems and remove stress.Call us for information on any of these points