Whitenights, in Street, has been owned by the Clark family - of shoemaker fame - for hundreds of years

Your ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to buy landmark Somerset house…

Paul JonesJune 14, 20250 Comment0

BUYERS are being offered a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity to purchase a landmark Somerset home.

Whitenights, in Overleigh, Street, has been put up for sale on the open market for the first time since 1723 – when it was bought by the Clark family – of shoemaking fame.

The 11-bedroom house is being marketed by Cooper and Tanner with a guide price of £1 million.

“This quite remarkable residence was substantially extended and remodelled between 1900-1910, with the later addition of a studio annexe, now offering over 9000sq ft of accommodation and outbuildings,” the listing said.

“An abundance of character and period features remain throughout the property, which cleverly combines traditional Victorian style, with a 1900s American architectural influence.”

The property is set in around 1.2 acres of “tranquil and stunning landscaped gardens”, a short walk from Millfield School.

“This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity to restore one of the area’s most notable homes to its former glory, recreate a magnificent family residence, or perhaps a luxury hospitality venue,” the listing added.

For more details on Whitenights in Street, contact Cooper and Tanner in Street on 01458 552325, or visit cooperandtanner.co.uk.