Luxury country home tour of Orchard House with Lola May, an international estate agent

Welcome to Orchard House, an exquisite 5-6 bedroom architect-designed contemporary property nestled in the picturesque village of Long Sutton, Somerset. Spanning over 5,000 square feet across three floors, this stunning home boasts a perfect blend of style, quality, and sophistication. Set within just under an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens, Orchard House offers outstanding accommodation including a stunning open plan kitchen dining and living room, two further reception rooms, reception hall, utility, a home gym, 5-6 double bedrooms together with four bath/shower rooms, secure gated parking, and a spacious garage with a studio room above.
Crafted by BoonBrown architects, The owner's links to Sandbanks are showcased in the design with a mix of modern aesthetic with a mix of rendered and cedar-clad elevations, framed by an abundance of glass, showcasing a prominent facade that emphasises inside/outside living.
Complimenting the contemporary design, there are plenty of modern conveniences within the property including underfloor heating throughout the grounds floor, excellent insulation, aluminium double-glazed windows, and solar photovoltaic panels on the slate roof.
As you enter, you are greeted by a magnificent reception hall featuring a central staircase, LED spotlights, and polished concrete flooring, leading you into the heart of the home. The open plan kitchen, dining, and living area is flooded with natural light from floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, which are tinted to keep the room cool. This elegantly designed space creates an ideal environment for entertaining or family gatherings. The high-end kitchen is fitted to the highest standards with Rot Punkt wall and base units, incorporating integrated Bosch appliances, a Quooker boiling water tap, and beautiful Quartz work surfaces. This large sociable room allows for a dining table and even space for a pool table, all framed by a remote-controlled Faber gas fire.
The layout seamlessly connects to a study area, featuring smart fitted cupboards that can be opened for desk space or closed for a minimalistic look. The utility room houses the Viessman Vitodens 100 gas boiler and additional cabinetry for storage. Double glass doors lead from the reception hall to a sitting room with walnut floorboards, recessed niches for art display, and another stylish Faber gas fire. The ground floor also features a fully equipped home gym located on the northern side of the property, ensuring a cool environment for fitness enthusiasts; all gym equipment can be available by negotiation.
On the first floor, you will find three impressive suites, each comprising large double bedrooms with extensive storage and high-quality en-suite bath/shower rooms. The principal suite enjoys breathtaking views of the garden, remote-controlled blinds, a projector screen for evening entertainment, and two fully fitted dressing rooms. The luxurious en-suite bathroom features an Oval Victoria & Albert bath, twin basins, a walk-in rain-fall shower, a heated towel rail, and a stunning glazed roof.
One of the guest bedrooms includes a walk-in wardrobe and another beautifully fitted en-suite with marble tiles. Completing the first floor, another double room offers ample wardrobe space, a beautiful outlook onto the garden and its own unique en-suite design with slate wall tiles.
A further set of stairs rises to the second-floor landing, which features a glass walkway connecting two additional double bedrooms, ample eaves storage, a wet room, and a large living area that could serve as a sixth bedroom.
Outside, sliding electric gates open to an expansive gravel parking area surrounded by mature hedging, ensuring excellent privacy. The large garage includes an electric roller door and is equipped with light and power internally, with access to a kitchenette and a staircase leading to a studio on the first floor. To the rear of the property, a large formal lawned garden offers high fir hedging for privacy and a post-and-rail fence along the eastern boundary.
The stunning outdoor entertainment area boasts a sunken Japanese seating area, a large paved terrace, and an outdoor kitchen complete with a bespoke pizza oven, grill, fridge, and units with lighting. Nearby, a stone outbuilding and a dedicated area for bins and recycling complete the outdoor spaces, all set within approximately 0.93 acres of gardens and grounds.
Orchard House is not merely a family home; it represents a lifestyle designed for those seeking comfort, luxury, and community.
The village offers a golf course, the highly regarded Devonshire gastro pub, scenic countryside walks, Harry’s cider farm, and excellent state and independent schools like Millfield and Hazlegrove.
With the village green surrounded by a splendid 16th-century church and listed buildings, Long Sutton is among the most attractive villages in the county, and Somerton is just a short drive away for further shops and amenities.

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What a stunning home, so many beautiful features and a fantastic location

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Great tour, that backyard is unreal