# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (TA9 4HZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 3, THE OLD RECTORY, CHURCH ROAD, HIGHBRIDGE, EAST BRENT, SOMERSET TA9 4HZ | | Price | £495,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | | Floor area | 168 m² | | Last sold | £490,000 Jul 2017 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 26/02/2022 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £847/year ### Recommendations - E (?38) - I (?1,500 - ?3,500) - N (?4,000 - ?6,000) - U (?11,000 - ?20,000) - V (?1,500 - ?4,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8582-6922-9920-7523-0926) ## Description **** AN OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE AN IMPOSING DETACHED HOUSE SITUATED WITHIN A SMALL EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT IN THIS EVER SOUGHT AFTER SOMERSET VILLAGE **** EER BAND C-69 Entrance hall* cloakroom* lounge* dining room* conservatory* study* upgraded kitchen/breakfast room* utility room* four bedrooms* master en suite bathroom* family bathroom* double glazed windows* gas central heating* double detached garage* enclosed sunny aspect corner gardens. Located close to the centre of this most sought after village of East Brent and within a short walk of the village green and public house. The M5 junction 22 at Edithmead is a short drive giving excellent access to Bristol, Taunton, Exeter and the M4 corridor. There is a mainline railway link at Highbridge and Bristol International Airport is a forty minutes drive. This attractive detached house is situated in a small secluded development in the heart of the village on site of the former Rectory. The house has been in the same ownership since built and has been upgraded and improved to offer well planned, beautifully appointed living accommodation. An early application to view is strongly recommended by the vendors selling agents. **DIRECTIONS** **From the M5 junction 22 roundabout proceed north signposted Weston-super-Mare and Bristol Airport. Continue along the A38 and at the next roundabout fork left signposted Weston-super-Mare. At the traffic lights take a left into Brent Road passing the village green on the right hand side. Take a sharp right and immediately left into Church Road. Proceed down Church Road where Old Rectory Close will be seen through a feature stone walled archway access. Proceed into the close where the property will be found at the head of the cul-de-sac on the right hand side.** **ACCOMMODATION (Measurements and directions are approximate)** Recessed storm porch with external lighting gives access to wooden entrance door with glazed panel and matching obscure double glazed panels to either side. **ENTRANCE HALL ** :-  Stairs with wooden balustrade to the first floor. Understair storage cupboard, dado rail,  telephone point, smoke alarm, central heating thermostat. **CLOAKROOM  5'2 x 3'8 (1.57m x 1.12m )** :-  Close coupled w.c., wash hand basin, part tiled walls, double glazed obscured window to side. **SITTING ROOM  21'5 x 13'3 max (6.53m x 4.04m max) ** :-  Feature fireplace with gas fire, large double glazed bay to the rear with French doors to the rear garden. Second double glazed window to side. Television point, coved ceiling, ceiling roses and wide arch to the : **DINING ROOM  12'11 x 11'7 (3.94m x 3.53m) ** :-  Coved ceiling, ceiling rose, double glazed window to side, double glazed door with matching side panels opening to : **CONSERVATORY  12'9 max x 10'11   ( 3.89m max x 3.33m)** :-  Of upvc block construction with pitch polycarbonate roof. Laminate flooring, electric panel heater, light/fan, two double glazed French doors to the garden. **STUDY  11'3 x 8'0 (3.43m x 2.44m) ** :-  Coved ceiling, television point, double glazed window to front. **KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM  12'2 x 9'10 (3.71m x 3m)**  :-  Fitted with an attractive range of wall and floor units with light fronts, contrasting worktops, integrated eye level stainless steel electric double oven, gas hob with stainless steel extractor hood over, inset one and a half bowl drainer sink unit, integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer, recessed spotlights, unit underlighters, upvc double glazed window to front and side. Archway to the : **UTILITY ROOM  7'4 x 5'5 (2.24m x 1.65m) ** :-  Fitted with a range of matching units to the kitchen with inset stainless steel ink, integrated washing machine, wall mounted Ideal Classic gas boiler supplying domestic hot water and radiators. Part double glazed door to outside. **FIRST FLOOR**  :-  Part galleried landing, built in window seat with useful storage under, large airing cupboard with slatted shelving, access to roof space, smoke detector, double glazed window to front. **MASTER BEDROOM  15'10 x 12'2 (4.83m x 3.71m)  **:-  Triple built in wardrobes, television point, two double glazed windows, to rear and side. **EN SUITE BATHROOM**  :-  Recently re-fitted with panelled bath with side taps, large walk-in shower enclosure with rain head and hand held shower attachments, vanity wash hand basin with cupboards below, close coupled w.c. with concealed cistern. Tiled walls and floor. Heated towel rail and extractor fan,. Double glazed obscured window to front. **BEDROOM  12'3 x 11'9 (3.73m x 3.58m) ** :-  Two double built in wardrobes and dressing table, double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. **BEDROOM  12'8 (3.86m) max into doorway x 12'3 (3.73m)**  :-  Double glazed window to front with aspect towards the church. **BEDROOM  11'9 x 9'6 (3.58m x 2.9m) ** :-  Double glazed window to rear, telephone point. **FAMILY BATHROOM  9'7 x 5'3 ( 2.92m x 1.6m) ** :-  Fitted with a suite comprising panelled bath with shower over and glazed screen, wash hand basin with vanity unit, storage cupboard below, close coupled w.c. with concealed cistern, wall mounted cupboards with light/shaver point, part tiled walls and double glazed obscured window to side. **OUTSIDE  ** To the front of the property is an open plan garden laid principally to lawn with well stocked borders. To the right side of the property is a brick pavier driveway offering off street parking for numerous vehciles leading to the : **DOUBLE DETACHED GARAGE  18'0 x 17'10 (5.49m x 5.44m) ** :-  With remote control roller door. Light and power. Useful storage space in the roof and personal door to the garden. Access gate to the side of the property to the : **REAR GARDEN** Which extends to either side of the property. The garden is enclosed, enjoys a good degree of privacy with attractive patio areas with feature former rectory wall surrounding part of the garden. The garden is well stocked and landscaped and is a particular feature of this stunning property.     Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061139) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061141) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061143) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061146) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061149) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061152) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061155) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061158) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061162) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061163) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061166) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061167) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061170) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061171) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061174) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061175) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061179) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061182) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061188) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061197) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061203) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061210) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061217) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061220) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/57641347/1061223) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/57641347/1061225) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/57641347/1061227) - EPC 1 - ![EPC 2](/listings/photos/57641347/1061235) - EPC 2 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE OLD RECTORY 3 CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £490,000 | 20/07/2017 | Detached | | THE OLD RECTORY 3 CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £210,000 | 17/07/1998 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 RED HOUSE ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4RX | £430,000 | 09/01/2026 | Detached | | 3 POPHAM CLOSE, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4RY | £455,000 | 12/12/2025 | Detached | | KNOLL BROOK BRENT ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4JD | £515,000 | 26/11/2025 | Detached | | ALBECQ HOUSE CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £650,000 | 30/11/2023 | Detached | | VENNS GROVE CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £475,000 | 18/07/2023 | Detached | | CAMAR WICKHAM WAY, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4JB | £395,000 | 27/06/2023 | Detached | | PENDENE CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £925,000 | 27/06/2023 | Detached | | WICKHAM HOUSE WICKHAM WAY, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4JB | £700,000 | 27/06/2023 | Detached | | 25 RED HOUSE ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET, TA9 4RX | £650,000 | 20/01/2023 | Detached | | NIAGARA BRENT ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4DB | £415,000 | 09/09/2022 | Detached | | ROSSHOLME THE POOL HOUSE CHURCH ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4HZ | £760,000 | 16/08/2022 | Detached | | CHURCH FARM HOUSE WICKHAM WAY, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4JB | £935,000 | 10/08/2022 | Detached | | NIJMEGEN BRENT ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4JD | £454,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | 8 JOHNSON CLOSE, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4RZ | £425,000 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | SELWOOD HOUSE BRENT ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4JD | £895,000 | 01/11/2021 | Detached | | QUOINS BRENT ROAD, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4JD | £395,000 | 29/10/2021 | Detached | | BECK LODGE WICKHAM WAY, EAST BRENT, HIGHBRIDGE, SEDGEMOOR, SOMERSET, TA9 4JB | £535,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £588,765 (17 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £456,361 (18 Detached, TA9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +8.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South West). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,111/mo - **Realistic:** £1,234/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,357/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Weston-S-Mare (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,247/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £154,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £123,400 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,946/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 52.6% - **10y growth:** 68.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South West; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.3% - **5y growth (index):** 14.5% - **10y growth (index):** 38.3% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)