2 bed house for sale in Barwick House, Barwick, BA22 (ref: 12872975)

Set within the prestigious and historic Barwick House Estate, Apartment 2 is an exceptional two-bedroom ground floor residence offering a rare opportunity to own a home within one of Somerset’s most distinguished country houses. Rich in character and surrounded by breathtaking parkland, this unique property is offered to the market with no onward chain. Barwick House is a magnificent Grade II listed country residence with a rich heritage spanning more than 250 years. Originally built around 1770 and later remodelled in the Jacobean Revival style, the estate is set within beautifully landscaped parkland, ornamental lake and a collection of remarkable historic follies, including The Rose Tower, The Fish Tower, The Obelisk and the whimsical Jack the Treacle Eater. Throughout its history, Barwick House has served as a distinguished family home, played a role during the Second World War, and later became a respected private school. Following a comprehensive restoration in the 1990s, it was sensitively transformed into an exclusive collection of private residences. Today, it offers a rare combination of architectural splendour, historic charm and idyllic countryside living, just moments from Yeovil. Occupying an enviable position within the estate, Apartment 2 enjoys stunning views across the meticulously maintained communal grounds, lake and surrounding countryside. The owners of Apartment 2 have full access to the 22 acres of grounds in which the House stands.

ApproachBeyond the attractive wrought iron electric gates on Two Tower Lane, a picturesque tree-lined driveway meanders through the estate’s stunning parkland, revealing the magnificent Barwick House in all its grandeur. The property can be accessed either through the grand communal entrance to the front of the House or via its own private rear entrance

Ground FloorThe communal entrance, together with a private entrance to the apartment, welcomes you into an elegant interior where parquet and marble flooring immediately showcase the property’s period charm. Large double-glazed front aspect windows are fitted with bespoke wooden shutters. The spacious kitchen perfectly balances character and practicality, featuring a striking AGA, a range of base units, stone tiled flooring, and a tasteful blend of traditional style with modern conveniences including an electric induction hob, electric oven, concealed dishwasher and washing machine.The impressive sitting room is flooded with natural light from the magnificent floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the estate grounds. An attractive open fireplace creates a striking focal point, while the wooden shutters add further warmth and character, creating a wonderful space for both relaxing and entertaining. A bespoke TV unit and integrated home office desk add stylish, contemporary functionality to the space. Both bedrooms are generous doubles and are situated to the rear of the apartment. The principal bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe together with its own WC and wash hand basin, while enjoying views across the communal gardens. The recently refurbished shower room has been finished to an excellent standard and comprises a contemporary walk-in shower enclosure, WC, wash hand basin, luxurious heated towel rail and an attractive stained-glass feature window, blending modern luxury with period character.

Material Information- Grade II listed - Leasehold | 967 years - Ground rent | £50/annum - Ground maintenance | £152/month - House maintenance | £378/month - Parking spaces | 2 on site in resident car park - Visitors | 2 on site visitors spaces - Mains electric, water & drainage - Electric radiators & open fireplace - Electric immersion tank - Electric AGA - Communal garden - Single glazed sash windows - Chimney last swept in late 2025 - Built in broadband | 60mbps superfast - Flood zone 1 | Low flood risk (see gov.uk)