5 bed detached house for sale

Monksilver, Taunton TA4

An Outstanding Grade II Listed period home, situated in the heart of one of Somerset's most popular villages. The house retains many original features and is in need of compete modernisation. There are a range of traditional stone barns and garaging as well as an enclosed courtyard garden to the rear. Informal Tender 22/10/2026 at 12 noon. Council Tax band F, EPC rating F, Freehold

Situation

Criddles Farmhouse sits in the heart of the charming village of Monksilver, partially nestled within the breathtaking Exmoor National Park. This idyllic location offers direct access to scenic walking trails right from your doorstep.

For daily essentials, Wiveliscombe lies just seven miles to the south, featuring a well-regarded secondary school and local amenities, while Williton, four miles north, provides additional conveniences. The county town of Taunton is within easy reach, boasting excellent shopping, top-rated independent and state schools, extensive sports facilities, and a mainline railway station with direct connections to London Paddington in approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

With Exmoor as your backyard, a wealth of outdoor pursuits awaits, including hiking, horse riding, and exploring the stunning North Somerset coastline. For water sports enthusiasts, Wimbleball Lake offers opportunities for sailing and windsurfing, making this an exceptional location for those who love nature and adventure.

Description

Criddles Farmhouse is a delightful centuries old Grade II Listed period house which retains many of it's original features but is now in need of complete modernisation. There are gardens situated to the front and rear and there are a range of traditional outbuildings forming a courtyard to the rear.

Accommodation

The house has well proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors and includes a turning staircase to the first floor. There are two reception rooms and kitchen which has a second turning staircase to the first floor. At the back of the house is a utility room, store and lean to utility area. On the first floor are five bedrooms and a bathrooms a staircase from the main landing leads to a second floor where there are two attic rooms. The whole extending 3550 sq/ft of living space.

Outside

At the front of the house the gardens are enclosed by low stone walling. A metal gate to the right of the house leads to a parking area which in turn leads to a substantial garage/workshop. The main old farm entrance leads to the back of the house passing a former cow stall with attached workshop to the rear of the house where there is a concrete parking area to the rear courtyard and access to two good sized open fronted barns that provide useful garaging/workshop or storage.

Services

Mains electricity, water, drainage. Oil fired central heating - Rayburn. Please note the agents have not inspected or tested the services.

Method Of Sale

For sale by informal tender 22/10/2026 at 12 noon.

Directions

On entering the village of Monksilver from Taunton go past the village pub and take the very first lane Back Lane on the right hand side, follow the lane and Criddles Farmhouse can be found at the end on the left hand side.