Crowcombe, Taunton, Somerset, TA4

Greenslade Taylor Hunt are delighted to offer to the market, Norwick House. An impressive and imposing, handsome Grade I listed, slice of English Heritage and a superb family residence exuding grace, charm and sheer elegance. This very unique property stands within the Crowcombe Court Estate and is offered to the market for the first time in thirty five years, with no onward sales chain.

Built in 1735 as part of the historic Crowcombe Court, Norwick House is steeped in history and offers an abundance of period features including an enchanting walled garden with original curved wall offering privacy and plentiful character. The property is approached by a private lane which leads onto the driveway of the house. An impressive frontage gives way to a level, walled garden laid to lawn, with a private driveway to the main entrance. The property itself is arranged over three floors and combines elegant high ceilings and well-proportioned rooms, with the warmth of cosy spaces, fireplaces with wood burning stoves and a large family kitchen perfect for entertaining and dining. This home has been cherished by the same family for over thirty five years, and its history holds many a compelling fable within its walls. An incredibly special and distinctive family home, commanding an excellent position in one of the most splendid locations in West Somerset.

The accommodation briefly comprises:

Main Entrance Hall - Leaded windows to front elevation overlooking the garden, high ceilings with cornicing, wood panelled walls, inset antique dresser with brass furniture, door through to large pantry with integrated shelving, doors to first floor and all ground floor rooms, radiator and fitted carpet.
Utility Room - With leaded window to front elevation, solid wood counter top with space below for utilities, wood panelled walls, space to hang coats and room for boots and shoes, radiator and ceramic floor tiles.
WC - Wood panelled walls, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin and ceramic floor tiles.
Living Room - Leaded windows with window seats to rear elevation overlooking the rear garden, red brick feature fireplace with wood burning stove with brick hearth, integrated, handmade bespoke book case, television unit and shelving, radiators and fitted carpet.
Dining Room - Double doors through to living room and door into kitchen, window to rear elevation with wood shutters, chimney breast with wood burning stove and ceramic hearth.
Pantry - Large pantry cupboard under the stairs with window to front elevation, integrated shelving, ample space for extra white goods and ample storage space.
Kitchen - With window and double doors to rear elevation overlooking the garden, a range of farmhouse style kitchen units with drawers, cupboards and space for utilities, integrated under counter dog bed, wood panelled walls and ceiling and larder cupboard. Belfast sink with mixer tap, four ring induction hob, inset NeFF oven with cupboards above and below, wood clad walls and ceramic flooring.
Stairs to first floor with leaded window to front elevation and window seat, walls with original timber beams, decorative wood balustrade and fitted carpet.
Bathroom - Sash window to rear elevation, wood panel bath with shower over, ceramic wall tiles, inset ceramic sink with cupboard below and ceramic surround, pedestal toilet, radiator and laminate flooring.
Bedroom 1 - Windows to rear elevation with window seats overlooking the garden and West Somerset countryside, wood panelled walls, integrated storage cupboards and wardrobe, feature fireplace with slate heath, radiator and solid wood flooring
Dressing Room to Bedroom 1/Bedroom 6 - Sash window to rear elevation, deep window seat with storage below, radiator and fitted carpet.
Bedroom 2 - Sash window to rear elevation, deep window seat with cupboard below, original wood panelled feature wall, integrated cupboards, radiator and fitted carpet.
Nook to bedroom 2 - Space understairs to bedroom 2, room for small office or storage area.
Landing to level 2 - Leaded windows to front elevation, large bookshelf and fitted carpet.
Bedroom 3 - Leaded window to rear elevation, integrated storage cupboard, integrated bookshelf, night storage heater, access to left space through eaves and fitted carpet.
Bedroom 4 - Window to rear elevation, integrated bookshelf, night storage heater and fitted carpet.
Bedroom 5 - Leaded window to front elevation overlooking front garden, internal windows landing area, night storage heater and fitted carpet.
Bathroom to level 2 - Wood panelled bath, ceramic sink with cupboard below, separate shower cubicle, airing cupboard housing water tank, Jack and Jill WC with pedestal toilet, laminate flooring and loft hatch above to large attic.

Set within the grounds of Crowcombe Estate, the property is surrounded by acres of breath-taking countryside and Estate grounds and gardens.
The village of Crowcombe is widely regarded as one of the most favoured in the locality lying at the foot of the Quantock range of hills designated as the first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and where many lovely foot and bridleways are available. The village has an excellent primary school, community stores with post office, a pub, a playground with tennis court, cricket club, church, plus a village hall and church house which between them offer a wide variety of activities for all. More extensive facilities are available at either Williton or Bishops Lydeard each about 4 miles away. Taunton the County Town is some 10 miles to the south where a wide range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities will be found together with rail link to London Paddington and M5 interchange. The surrounding area affords some of the most attractive countryside within the district and there are numerous opportunities for the enjoyment of country pursuits as well as a myriad of footpaths to explore. The property occupies a peaceful and quaint village location but is not in any way remote.

You will approach the property on a private lane which leads you up to the main driveway to the house. A gated entrance gives way to a pretty walled garden with private driveway through the centre and up to main entrance. There is private parking for approximately 5/6 cars and a very useful storage shed/log store. A washed stone chipped corner of the garden allows for a peaceful seating area dappled in light from the mature trees.
To the rear of the property is an enchanting walled garden separating the property to the main house at Crowcombe Court. Here, you will find an array of mature and colourful variations of plants, flowers, shrubs and trees. There is a pretty ornamental pond and ample space for seating and entertaining. The garden is enclosed and offers a serene haven for seating and dining. There is a slightly raised sun terrace with a pretty archway leading on to a level lawn with box hedging and mature shrubs.