Langport Road, Fivehead, Taunton, Somerset

Red Post House is a handsome late 18th-century country residence set in approximately two acres of beautifully maintained grounds. This exceptional six-bedroom family home blends period charm with over 3,400 sq ft of accommodation. Partly Grade II Listed, it features a striking Ham Stone portico and paddock land.

Ground Floor

The welcoming reception hall provides a central point to the home and immediately showcases the property's period character. The principal sitting room is a magnificent size reception room extending to over 31 feet in length, featuring impressive sash windows that flood the space with natural light. Rich in historic charm, the room retains an abundance of original character including a substantial open fireplace with decorative tiled surrounds, parquet flooring and generous ceiling proportions, creating an elegant setting for both formal entertaining and relaxed family living.

Ground Floor Cont.

Complementing the principal reception room is a comfortable snug, offering duel aspect views and a more intimate retreat and ideal as a reading room, television room or home office. The kitchen/breakfast room embodies the character of a traditional country house, centred around space for a bespoke timber dining table and featuring a range-style cooker set within an attractive inglenook-style recess with decorative blue-and-white tiled surrounds. Large sash windows overlook the gardens and provide excellent natural light, while the generous proportions create a practical and sociable family space. Adjacent to the kitchen, the separate dining room offers an ideal setting for formal occasions and family celebrations.

Ground Floor Cont.

To the opposite side of the house, the family room provides further versatile living accommodation, whilst a cloakroom/WC, utility facilities and internal access to the substantial workshop complete the ground floor. The workshop offers excellent storage and potential for a variety of hobbies, crafts or ancillary uses, subject to any necessary consents.

First Floor

The first-floor accommodation is arranged around a central landing and comprises six bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys a private position and benefits from duel aspect views over the gardens. Bedrooms two, three and four are all comfortable double rooms, whilst bedrooms five and six provide additional accommodation suitable for family members, guests or home working. Three bathrooms serve this floor, ensuring practicality for modern family living and visiting guests alike.

Outside

The grounds are a particular feature of Red Post House, extending to approximately two acres and providing a delightful combination of formal gardens and productive land. A beautiful enclosed walled garden creates a sheltered and private environment for planting and outdoor enjoyment, while two established orchards provide seasonal colour and an abundance of fruit. Beyond the gardens lie two paddocks, ideal for those with equestrian, smallholding or recreational interests. A multi-purpose ‘croquet lawn’ adds to the property's quintessential English country house appeal and provides a wonderful space for outdoor entertaining and leisure. The distinguished front elevation is enhanced by an attractive Ham Stone Portico, while the Grade II Listed elements of the property include the principal frontage together with the surrounding wrought iron railings and entrance gates.

Outside Cont.

Combined with the mature grounds, generous accommodation and wealth of period features, Red Post House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial historic residence in an attractive Somerset village setting.

Location

The sought-after Somerset village of Fivehead, surrounded by attractive countryside and rural walks. The village offers a strong sense of community, with amenities including a village hall, church and recreation ground. Nearby market towns such as Langport, Taunton and Ilminster provide a wider range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities. The area benefits from excellent access to the Somerset Levels and major road links including the A303 and M5, making it ideal for commuters seeking a balance of rural charm and connectivity.

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Material Information

EPC Rating: F Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Band G Local Authority: Somerset Council Mains: Electricity, Water and Drainage Heating / Water Heating: Oil Fired Central Heating + Solar Panels Parking: Private Courtyard / Driveway