Sold Semi-detached

ASTHALL COTTAGE

STATION ROAD, TAUNTON, STOGUMBER, SOMERSET TA4 3TQ

4 beds 2 baths 1,345 sq ft Listed 9 Feb 2026 (-174d)

£585,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

125 m²

Council tax band

D

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£249,000 Jul 2003

Price per m²

£4,680/m²

Local average

£285,053 (+105.2%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (12,136 of 33,755)

Street crime

1 incident within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • AGENT ID 2260
  • Period Property
  • Master With En-Suite
  • Stunning Views
  • Lovingly Maintained Garden
  • Double Garage & Off Road Parking
  • No Onward Chain
  • Located In The Heart Of Stogumber, A Vibrant & Friendly Community.

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Oil, Wood burner
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Back garden

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire this joyous home, full of warmth and character, and absolutely bursting with charm and personality. Set in the peaceful and highly desirable village Stogumber, nestled between the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park, this beautifully presented four-bedroom semi detached home offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and spacious living.

Step inside and you're welcomed by a spacious entrance lobby, complete with cloakroom, a separate utility/store room, and covered log store. From here, a door leads to the kitchen, fitted with ample workspace and cabinetry, and open to the dining room. The dining room, with its terracotta tiled floor, features a cosy fireplace with a multifuel stove set into a stone surround. The living room is located at the front of the property with stairs rising to the first floor.

Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a study. The master bedroom enjoys en-suite facilities and built in wardrobes. Bedrooms two, three, and four all have built in wardrobes and are serviced by the family bathroom which is fitted with a four piece suite including shower, bath, WC, and washbasin.

Libby Loves – “I love the original features and characterful charm this property has! The moment I came through the front door, I fell in love! The generous gardens, peaceful village setting, and proximity to the Quantock Hills make this a dream home for families and nature lovers alike.”

Outside, the property features a substantial rear garden, ideal for entertaining or simply relaxing while soaking up the serene surroundings. The extensive garden offers a lush lawn interspersed with shrubs, plants, and mature fruit trees. Vegetable beds and soft fruit bushes add a productive touch, while the south-facing aspect ensures the gardens are bathed in sunlight. From the garden's top, enjoy sweeping views across the countryside toward the Quantock Hills, a perfect spot to relax and unwind. There is a useful studio ideal as an extra room for guests or home office. To the front, there is parking for two vehicles and a double garage.

Nestled between the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park, Stogumber is a picturesque village that offers a unique blend of countryside charm and historic character. Known for its period homes and vibrant community, Stogumber is an ideal location for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle while still being within easy reach of modern amenities.

Tenure - Freehold. Council Tax - Band D. Water - Mains Supply. Electric - Mains Supply. Drainage - Mains Supply. EPC - D. Internet – BT Broadband.

Listed by

National

Nest Associates Ltd

Reference: 172036385

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 14/07/2025

Expiry date: 13/07/2035

Est. upgrade cost to C: £26,180

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£180 - £210)
  • Upgrade heating controls (£220 - £250)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floor Plan

Floor Plan

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 22/07/2003 (23 years ago) £249,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
Same street THE SOMERIES STATION ROAD, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TQ £365,000 29/10/2024 Detached
Same street MANOR FARM STATION ROAD, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TQ £875,000 08/03/2024 Detached
11 SAWPITS CLOSE, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TX £300,000 15/12/2023 Semi-detached
Same street THE OLD BAKERY STATION ROAD, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET WEST AND TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TQ £185,000 10/08/2022 Other
Same street ZINCH COTTAGE STATION ROAD, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TQ £595,000 06/04/2022 Detached
Same street PITTS COTTAGE STATION ROAD, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET WEST AND TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TQ £650,000 15/12/2021 Semi-detached
21 SLADE CLOSE, STOGUMBER, TAUNTON, SOMERSET WEST AND TAUNTON, SOMERSET, TA4 3TG £215,000 17/08/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £534,000 (5 sales)

Area average: £257,500 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 23%
10y growth 18%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): South West. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 4.4%
5y (index) 18.1%
10y (index) 43.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for South West. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,113/mo
Realistic £1,237/mo
Optimistic £1,361/mo

Based on Region from postcode lookup → South West.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Taunton & West Somerset: £997/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Station Road

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Train station Stogumber 0.8 miles
Bus stop Halsway Turn 1.7 miles
Bus stop Woolston Moor 1.8 miles
Shop Unknown 2.7 miles
Shop Spar 2.7 miles
Hospital Williton Community Hospital 2.9 miles
Train station Williton 2.9 miles
Hospital Minehead Community Hospital 9.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Criminal damage and arson 1
Total incidents 1

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Stogumber CofE Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 1 May 2019
Crowcombe CofE VA Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Good — 1 May 2019
St Peter's Church of England First School Primary 3.1 miles Good — 14 May 2024
Danesfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School Primary 3.1 miles Requires improvement — 13 Sep 2023
Lydeard St Lawrence Community Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Inadequate — 13 Jan 2022

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.21%
Max investor price (0.8%) £154,625
Target investor price (1%) £123,700
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).