7 Bedroom Detached House

HANAM MANOR, STATION ROAD
CHEDDAR, SOMERSET BS27 3AG
 
Hanam Manor is a rare proposition: a remarkable medieval home with an established income-producing property offering flexible lifestyle opportunity in one of Somerset's most recognisable locations.
 
Description
Hanam Manor is an extraordinary Grade II Listed house of considerable historic importance, and believed to date from around 1263, reputed to be one of the oldest surviving buildings in the village. It is a house of immense character which has evolved over many centuries to provide substantial, versatile and highly individual accommodation.

Guide Price Range £1,000,000 - £1,150,000
 
Location
Hanam Manor occupies an exceptionally convenient position in the centre of Cheddar, one of Somerset's best-known and most popular villages. Cheddar's position as one of Somerset's best-known visitor destinations, together with the property's historic character, generous accommodation and central location, makes Hanam Manor particularly well suited to the short-term holiday accommodation market.

Accommodation
Hanam Manor is a Grade II Listed house of considerable historic importance. Extending to approximately 4,400 sq. ft., the house has been extensively renovated and improved by the current owners whilst retaining the architectural features. Exposed stonework, substantial fireplaces, ancient timbers, stone mullioned windows, deep recesses for window seats and impressive vaulted spaces combine with comfortable modern accommodation to create a fascinating and extremely attractive home.

Hanam Manor also presents as a family home and income opportunity. The adjoining self-contained 4 bedroom annexe, is currently operated as a successful Airbnb business, offering considerable commercial appeal of the property whilst still allowing significant periods for private use.
With occupancy currently at around half of its potential capacity, there may also be scope for a purchaser to further develop the holiday letting business and increase turnover. The self-contained accommodation also makes it ideal for extended or multi-generational families or it can continue as an established home-and-income proposition. There is further potential be developed as a more commercially focused holiday letting business, or simply return to use as a magnificent private family house.

The principal entrance opens into the older part of the manor where the age and history of the building are immediately apparent. Flagstone floors, exposed beams and substantial stonework establish the character which continues throughout the house.

There are several excellent reception rooms, each with its own atmosphere. The principal sitting room is particularly impressive, with large exposed ceiling timbers and a magnificent stone fireplace forming the focal point of the room with newly installed woodburner.

A formal dining room provides excellent entertaining space, whilst further reception areas include a second sitting room or study, breakfast room and David Salisbury conservatory.

The kitchen is a generous and practical family space, fitted with an extensive range of cupboards, a Rangemaster cooker, space for large American fridge/freezer and practical slate floors providing plenty of room for informal dining. It opens from the two of the reception rooms so makes for easy family living.

There is a rear entrance door opening from the driveway into an inner hallway with downstairs cloakroom. A large utility room and separate workshop lead on through to the integrated double garage.

Stairs rise to the first floor on to a light and airy landing with rooms leading off on both sides. One of the most memorable architectural features is the additional central landing currently used as a study, and is a striking centrepiece to the upper floor with its magnificent vaulted ceiling and exposed timberwork as well as a fireplace which is a reminder of the considerable age and provenance of the building.

In total there are seven bedrooms, each benefiting from its own en suite bathrooms. The bedrooms vary considerably in character, with exposed timbers, deep window reveals and other period details reflecting the many different stages in the evolution of the house.

The bathrooms and shower rooms have been sympathetically updated, combining modern fittings with a style appropriate to the building, one bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath as well as a shower.

Forming part of the accommodation is a self-contained annexe with its own open-plan kitchen and living space. This is a particularly valuable element of Hanam Manor, providing independent accommodation for guests, relatives or holiday letting and contributing to the property's considerable flexibility.

A Home & Income Opportunity
Hanam Manor offers something increasingly difficult to find – a genuinely historic country property which is not only a wonderful home but also has an established income stream.
 
The combination of seven en-suite bedrooms or the four bedrooms in independent annexe accommodation, extensive communal areas, gardens and private parking is particularly well suited to groups and larger parties. There may also be potential to explore other hospitality uses or exclusive-use stays, subject to any necessary planning.

Outside
Hanam Manor is approached through stone pillars and wrought iron gates onto a broad gravel driveway, providing extensive private parking and access to the garage.
 
The house is privately situated behind a high stone wall and set well back from the road, with mature grounds offering a surprising degree of privacy considering its wonderfully central position.
 
To the rear are further areas of garden and paved terraces immediately adjoining the house. These provide excellent spaces for outside dining and entertaining and are equally valuable for guests when the property is being used for holiday accommodation.
 
A substantial detached garage provides useful parking and storage.
 
Tenure and other Points Freehold, Mains water, electricity, gas. Grade II listed.
 
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About the area
Cheddar is renowned internationally for the spectacular Cheddar Gorge and caves and sits on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills. The surrounding countryside provides superb opportunities for walking, cycling and riding, whilst the village itself has an excellent range of shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and everyday amenities.
For anyone considering the commercial potential of Hanam Manor, the location is a significant advantage. Cheddar attracts visitors throughout the year and is extremely well placed for exploring the wider Somerset countryside, the Mendip Hills, Wells, Wedmore, Glastonbury and the many attractions of the West Country.
The Cathedral City of Wells is within easy driving distance, whilst Bristol, Bath and the wider regional centres are readily accessible. Bristol Airport is also conveniently reached, as is the M5 motorway, making the property practical for guests travelling from further afield.

Important Notes
Please 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.
 
P.S.
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Property Details
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VIEWINGS
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Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR.