Hapsford Hill, Great Elm

SWALLOWS AGENCY are delighted to offer this wonderful opportunity to rent Hapsford Mill, a characterful five bedroom mill house occupying a fascinating historic site on the River Mells, close to the village of Great Elm.



Frome is a historic market town with a thriving independent scene, offering a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and regular markets, along with a good range of everyday amenities including a doctor's surgery, pharmacy and supermarkets. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking and cycling, and the historic city of Bath, along with a number of attractive Somerset towns and villages, is also within easy reach.



Hapsford Mill dates back to the 18th century and has a fascinating industrial history, originally operating as a woollen cloth mill before later becoming a saw mill. A particularly attractive benefit is the electricity generated by the property's own hydroelectric mill system, powered by a 63kW crossflow turbine, which is included with the property, subject to the terms of the tenancy.

The house offers spacious and versatile accommodation arranged over 3 floors. The entrance hall is on the ground floor with stairs leading up to the first floor where the main living accommodation is situated. There is a generous living room with a kitchen fitted with an oak kitchen, granite worktops, a central island and ample storag. There is a gas range cooker, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. The separate utility room houses the electric boiler and has a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is an open-plan dining and living area with light wood flooring, large windows and plenty of natural light, providing an excellent space for both everyday family life and entertaining. There is a separate triple aspect sitting room with a stone fireplace housing a wood burner, offering a further comfortable reception space.



On the second floor are 4 bedrooms in total, including 2 with en suite facilities, one with a shower enclosure and the other with a free standing bath, along with an additional family bathroom.



Outside the house there is a large wooden decking area which overlooks the weir and is accessed via bi-fold doors from the living room. There is a gravelled seating area beside the mill pond and leat, The property also benefits from a private hot tub, a wood-fired pizza oven, complete with a stone-built preparation area, ideal for outdoor entertaining.

There is also a detached garden room/annex, a versatile timber-clad building with skylight and full-width sliding glass doors, well suited to use as a home office or studio. Beyond this is a large lawned paddock bordered by mature trees, including an impressive weeping willow which offers extensive outdoor space.

Electric heating supplied by the property's own hydroelectric mill system.





Council Tax Band E - Somerset council



PRE TENANCY COSTS

Before taking occupation of a property you will be required to pay



At least one month's rent (depending on the terms agreed in relation to the proposed tenancy)


A dilapidation deposit equivalent to 5 weeks' rent (refunded at the end of the tenancy less any charges applicable)

Deposit: £3,461.00

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