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High House 1 Castle Hill, Dunster, Somerset TA24
An Exquisite Period House, Listed Grade II, in the Historic Medieval Village of Dunster within Exmoor National Park.
Situation & Amenities Occupying an enviable setting below an ancient medieval castle, High House is situated just off the main street of Dunster with its yarn market and quintessential boutique shops. This part of Dunster is in a conservation area and within Exmoor National Park. The village has excellent amenities including a parish church, primary school (OFSTED rated 2 (Good)), doctor’s surgery, cricket ground, award winning restaurants, 3 pubs, local deli, post office, West Somerset steam train Railway station and beach (see www.discoverdunster.info). The seaside town of Minehead (3 miles) provides most day-to-day requirements with a good selection of shops and local businesses including a nurse-led community hospital. The county town of Taunton (21.5 miles) is also within easy reach. For transport links the M5 is within a reasonable driving distance, Taunton has regular rail services to Bristol Temple Meads (52 minutes) and Paddington (1 hour 39 minutes) and both Exeter and Bristol airports are about an hour’s drive away. There is an excellent range of nearby schooling available from both the state and independent sectors. This includes Blundells in Tiverton, Taunton School, King’s and Queen’s Colleges in Taunton and King’s Hall Preparatory, all within a 20-mile radius. Minehead 3 miles, Tiverton 19 miles, Taunton 20 miles (Bristol Temple Meads 52 minutes & Paddington 1 hour 39 minutes), J25 M5 23.8 miles, Exeter Airport (London City Airport 1 hour) 48.4 miles, Bristol Airport 48.7 miles (Distances and times approximate)
High House
High House is an elegant, substantial three storey period
property, protected by colour washed render under a Welsh
slate roof. Listed Grade II, it dates from medieval times and
has been greatly enlarged and altered through centuries,
notably the Georgian influence in the 18th Century. High
House is at the foot of the hill surmounted by Dunster Castle,
a former motte and bailey castle, initially erected by Baron de
Mohun after the Norman conquest of 1066, then followed by
the Luttrell family and now owned by The National Trust. On
entering High House through its medieval oak front door, the
interior has been decorated in a traditional, heritage style
using a colour palette that amplifies natural light. Many of the
original architectural features have been preserved including
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open fireplaces in the sitting room, dining room and study,
ceiling beams, exposed roof timbers and internal joinery. The
house currently serves as a successful holiday rental property
(see www.highhousedunster.com) and has undergone a
4 wholescale renovation with great attention to detail. On the
ground floor are four good-sized and well-proportioned
reception rooms including a snug fitted with a wood-burner
effect gas stove. At the rear of the house is the charming
French farmhouse-style kitchen fitted with a tiled floor,
bespoke, painted timber units, Belfast sink and 4-oven
gas-fired AGA, with sufficient space to seat twelve. Adjacent
is the pantry equipped with a range cooker with gas hob,
dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer. Also on the ground
floor are the laundry room and a family shower room.
On the first floor are two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, two further double bedrooms and a second family shower room. On the second floor is a further double bedroom, which has far-reaching views over the village and a vaulted ceiling fashioned from timbers believed to have been salvaged from the ships of the Spanish Armada. Outbuildings & Garden High House is set back from the approach road to the castle behind an attractive cobbled pavement. On one side of the house is a gravelled parking area with space for two cars. There are two separate and adjacent gardens that stretch out behind the house. The first, laid out immediately behind, is a sheltered and very private walled garden enclosed by high brick walling and consisting of a large, paved terrace with a barbeque and dining area positioned under a pergola festooned with a mature grapevine. A level lawn stretches out from the terrace, which is fringed by borders filled with flowering shrubs, roses and herbaceous perennials. At the end of the lawn is a large hot tub and a gate leading out onto Dunster Deer Park and Castle Grounds. The second walled garden found beyond an expanse of cobbles has a Mediterranean influence and comprises a boot room with sufficient space to store bicycles, a good-sized seating area with views to Conygar Tower, two games rooms and a gym in a Moroccan style studio. There is further off-road parking for two more cars.
Tenure Freehold Services Mains water, electricity, drainage & gas. Gas-fired AGA. Local Authority & Council Tax Band Somerset West & Taunton Council (www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk). Tax Band G. Directions (Postcode TA24 6SQ) Approaching Dunster from the east along the A39, turn left onto the A396, signed to Dunster and Tiverton. Follow the road into the village and drive the length of the High Street. At the end continue straight onto Castle Hill and the property will be found after a short distance on the left. Please park on the gravel parking area adjacent to the house.
Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area
449.6 sq.m/4,840 sq.ft.
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statement of fact. Attention is drawn to the Important Notice
on the last page of the text of the Particulars.
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Fixtures and fittings: A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller’s Solicitors.
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the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A
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