DESCRIPTIONA beautifully renovated and extended former chapel with attractive gardens on three sides. This charming, four double bedroom, character property has been sympathetically restored to exacting standards and offers the perfect balance of character features and modern convenience with an open plan kitchen/dining room, spacious sitting room, snug, utility/study area, ample parking and double garage.The wide front door, with the clapper from the original chapel bell as the door knocker, leads into a spacious entrance hall with flagstone floor and space for coats and shoes. A glazed door leads to the inner hallway with flagstone floor, traditional style radiator and stairs to the first floor. To the left the snug is a lovely cosy room with wooden floorboards and exposed stone fireplace (the fireplace is currently capped but could easily be re-opened for an open fire or woodburner). A stone mullion window, with bespoke shutters and window seat, looks out over the pretty front gardens. The spacious sitting room, again with flagstone floors, has a beamed ceiling, exposed chimney breast with inset woodburner, traditional radiators and two stone mullion windows, again with bespoke shutters and window seats overlooking the garden. Open to the sitting room is the kitchen dining room, this bright and generously proportioned room benefits from French doors leading to the garden and window to the side. The dining area, with beamed ceiling offers ample room for a dining table to seat eight to twelve people comfortably. The stunning kitchen, with sensor lighting, is divided from the dining area by a peninsula and features a range of taupe coloured Shaker style units with soft close doors and drawers, a double Belfast sink and wooden worktops. A glazed dresser style upper cabinet is a lovely characterful addition along with a useful slimline wine cooler. Within the kitchen is space for an electric range style cooker, space and plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. Off the sitting room is a large rear entrance hall with flagstone floor, utility area and separate WC with wash hand basin. The utility area, which is divided from the hall with a curtain, has space and plumbing for both a washing machine and tumble dryer and houses the newly fitted LPG gas combi-boiler. The rear hall is a good size, with views over the garden and and could also be utilised as a study if desired. From the inner hall, painted wooden stairs rise to the spacious first floor landing, this bright space benefits from a roof window which allows plenty of natural light and the landing leads to the four double bedrooms and family bathroom. The principal bedroom, again a bright room, has a painted wood floor, bespoke built-in wardrobes and a stone mullioned window with views over the gardens. The ensuite shower room also has a painted wood floor and features a large walk-in shower with travertine style wall tiles, a traditional style WC, pedestal wash basin and a mullioned stone window with garden views. The second double bedroom features wooden floorboards, painted exposed beam and mullioned window with front aspect. Bedroom three is a good size double again with wooden floorboards and views over the garden. The fourth bedroom, currently presented as a gym, has wood effect flooring, bespoke built-in wardrobes and stone mullioned window with garden aspect. The family bathroom, with roof window, is a lovely bright room with traditional style WC , pedestal basin, bath with shower overhead and a modern towel radiator.Throughout the property are double glazed windows with leaded details and bespoke oak plank doors. The original flagstone floors have been lifted during the renovations and now benefit from a damp proof membrane and insulation beneath.OUTSIDETo the front of the property a wooden pedestrian gate opens to the front garden with a gravel path leading to the front door. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with three circular central beds with cottage style planting along with borders of mature plants and shrubs. A traditional style lamp post illuminates the path which leads past the front of the house and links with the rest of the garden. A metal gate opens to the large graveled drive, with parking for at least six vehicles, which inturn leads to the double garage. The double garage, with wooden doors, benefits from light and power and doubles up a useful workshop. A curved corner patio, accessed from both the dining area and rear hall, has plenty of space for outside furniture an offers the perfect spot for morning coffee. A newly built Pergola leads to a further, larger patio, ideal for outside furniture and entertaining. Attractive borders filled with cottage style planting surround the patio and a path leads to a large area of lawn which is enclosed with a stone wall to one side and hedges and planting to the others. Within the garden are a number of mature trees and apple trees.A further area of lawn, to the side of the house has a large central Hibiscus bush and hatch for the LPG gas tank which is buried beneath. A path leads, past the side of the house, to a greenhouse and a wrought iron gate leads back to the front garden.LOCATIONGreen Ore is a small village situated approx. 3 miles North East of Wells, in the heart of the beautiful Mendip Hills and is within easy reach of Bath, Bristol and Wells.Nearby, the picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away. Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 17 miles away and easily accessibleTENUREFreeholdHEATINGLPG gas central heating with newly fitted boiler and gas tankSERVICESPrivate drainage, mains water and electricity are connected.LOCAL AUTHORITYSomerset CouncilCOUNCIL TAXBand 'F'EPC RATINGRating 'E'VIEWINGStrictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: DIRECTIONSFrom Wells take the A37 signposted to Bristol and continue to for approx. 3 miles to the village of Green Ore, at the traffic lights (just before The Ploughboy Inn), turn left, signposted to Cheddar. The property is the second house on the right. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71254046
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An attractive detached period house, located on the outskirts of the sought-after village of Barton St. David. With four bedrooms, four reception rooms and a study, the property offers particularly versatile accommodation that would suit a variety of purchasers, including those seeking home working or independent living space. This beautiful home also benefits from the most impressive rural views, parking, a stone outbuilding and a pretty cottage garden. EPC rating C.A door to the front of the property opens into a traditional entrance hall, which incorporates an attractive tiled floor, the staircase to the first floor accommodation and a storage cupboard beneath. To the left of the hall is the main sitting room, which is a comfortable reception room with a double glazed sash window to the front, a fireplace with an inset wood burning stove and storage in the alcoves. The hall then leads through to a snug, located in the middle of the property and also with a fireplace (stone) with alcove storage. The snug has a lovely flagstone floor, a borrowed light and opens to the kitchen/dining room with access to a study.The kitchen/dining room is generous in size and situated across the back of the property, with a large feature panel window to the side, taking in far-reaching views across neighbouring farmland and beyond. The kitchen itself includes two integrated AEG ovens, an induction hob of the same brand with an extractor over, as well as a fridge/freezer. There is space for a freestanding washing machine and dishwasher and an electric Velux skylight window set within the part-vaulted ceiling. The dining area offers one further skylight window and access into a useful double glazed porch with an external stable door.From the dining area, there is access to a second hall, which in turn leads to a downstairs WC, a living room with a double glazed door to the garden and a separate sun room, with timber framed French doors to the front. These two rooms offer much flexibility to be utilised as a ground floor bedroom, a further home office, hobby room or a self-contained annexe/let (subject to relevant consents).On the first floor, a central landing leads to all rooms. There are four bedrooms on this level, all of which can comfortably accommodate a double bed. The Master bedroom is dual-aspect, with a part vaulted ceiling and an en-suite bathroom. Completing the first floor accommodation is a modern shower room, which has been tastefully fitted with a large walk-in shower, a vanity wash hand basin, a WC and a tiled floor. One of the main selling points of the property is the fabulous countryside views from the first floor which can be enjoyed from the rooms at the rear of the house.Outside:The property offers off road parking for multiple vehicles to the rear, which is accessed via Blind Lane. Gated access then leads through to a patio area at the back, which has a door through to a detached stone outbuilding, which has a single door to the front, light and power. The well-tended main garden is located on the southern side of the house and is predominantly laid to lawn, with planted borders and enclosed by walling and hedging. In addition, there is a delightful patio seating area enjoying plenty of privacy, as well as further gated access (on foot) out to Peacocks Hill.The property is situated in the pretty village of Barton St David, which has local amenities including a church, an excellent public house, a village hall and a playing field. More comprehensive facilities can be found in the neighbouring villages of Keinton Mandeville and Butleigh, both of which have primary schools and Butleigh has a Post Office stores. The historic town of Glastonbury is 6 miles, The Cathedral City of Wells is 8.5 miles and the renowned Millfield Senior School on the outskirts of Street is just 5 miles away. Castle Cary mainline railway station (to London Paddington) is 7 miles as is the A303 at Podimore. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71141656
A superb newly built and individually designed detached residence delightfully located on the edge of the village enjoying views over farmland and towards the ancient Cleeve Abbey ruins.One of only two executive new homes traditionally built and having part rendered and pleasing stone elevations under a slate roof and sold with the benefit of a 10 year Build Zone new home warranty. The property is finished with Upvc double glazed windows and doors, electric air source heat pumped underfloor central heating throughout and offers generous accommodation amounting to over 2000 sq ft.Arranged over two floors the accommodation in brief comprises; entrance porch, reception hall with tiled flooring which flows seamlessly through to an open plan kitted kitchen/dining room with bi fold doors to the rear gardens and fitted with an excellent range of base and wall units with matching island unit and tall unit with plumbing for an American style fridge freezer and with integrated appliances to include a Rangemaster range cooker and dishwasher. The sitting room also has bi-fold doors onto the rear gardens and to complete the ground floor accommodation there is a cloakroom with tiled floor. On the first floor there are 4 bedrooms, two with en-suite shower rooms and a family bathroom with a bath and separate shower.Outside the property stands in good size gardens with an attached double garage with utility area and parking on a brick paved entrance drive. There are level lawns on three sides with a paved terrace off the kitchen/diner and sitting room. There is a useful integral store/workshop and an area of garden on a higher level from which backs onto a leat to the nearby former mill and there are wonderful views of Cleeve Abbey and surrounding countryside.LOCATIONSituated on the edge of the village close to open farmland the village of Washford has a primary school, village hall, inn, post office, hairdressers and a station on the West Somerset Steam Railway Line. Williton is within approximately two miles and the West Somerset's premier coastal resort of Minehead which offers an excellent range of shopping, banking and recreational facilities is approximately six miles. The County town of Taunton which has mainline rail connections and access to the motorway network is approximately 18 miles and for those who enjoy exploring the countryside the Brendon, Quantock and Exmoor Hills the coast and many renowned beauty spots of the area are all close at hand.SERVICESMains electricity, water and drainage. Air source heat pumped central heating.TENUREFreeholdCOUNCIL TAXBand tbcFrom our offices in Minehead proceed on the A39 towards Williton passing through the villages of Carhampton and Bilbrook. On reaching Washford proceed pass the station on the left and garage on the right and take the next left turn into Abbey road signposted Roadwater and the property will be found in approximately a quarter of a mile on the right hand side. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i71025121
A deceptively spacious, detached family home, situated in an idyllic rural location, with over 3,000 sq ft accommodation, including a detached garage with studio flat/ office above, and lovely gardens with superb views to the Quantocks. Heniton Hill Cottage is situated in a beautifully peaceful, rural location on the edge of the small Somerset village of Ashbrittle. The property is conveniently located, 8 miles from Wellington town with an excellent range of amenities including a Waitrose supermarket and with easy access to the M5 motorway at junction 26. The neighbouring village of Appley has a primary school, village store/post office with a popular cafe and a pub called The Globe. The property is also conveniently located for Bampton, about 6 miles to the south, a charming country village with some lovely shops, doctors surgery and primary school. There are numerous primary and secondary schools in the area, as well as a good selection of highly regarded private schools including Blundell's at Tiverton, Wellington School, Taunton School, King's College, Queen's College and King's Hall. Taunton train station is 11.5 miles and offers frequent services to London Paddington in less than two hours. Heniton Hill Cottage is a wonderful, five bedroom detached family home with the benefit of a large, elevated garden with some fantastic far reaching country views, and a detached garage with a studio flat over offering income potential or an office for those wanting to work from home. The property is believed to be over 200 years old in parts with an extension from 1989 and provides spacious and flexible accommodation, extending to over 2,600 sq ft. On the ground floor, there are three reception rooms including a spacious sitting room with woodburning stove and French doors on to the garden, dining room with oak flooring and the original fireplace with bread oven, a door leads into the study. The substantial kitchen/breakfast room benefits from doors on to the garden and is fitted with a range of units with quartz worktops, integral appliances include a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler, halogen hob and there is an electric Aga. Leading off the kitchen is the utility room with space and plumbing for a washing machine and drier, sink and a door to the WC. On the first floor, there is a large principal bedroom with a lovely view over the garden and countryside beyond, a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with both a bath and shower. Leading off the landing, there are four further bedrooms, all served by the family bathroom, with both a bath and separate shower.Outside, the gardens are south facing and mostly laid to lawn with a raised decked seating area and an octagonal pavilion, ideal for enjoying the wonderful views which reach as far as Exmoor and the Quantock Hills. Adjoining the property and leading off the kitchen and sitting room is a deep, paved patio, a beautifully sheltered and peaceful spot, ideal for al fresco dining. Within the grounds there is a driveway with plenty of parking in front of a detached garage building with stairs leading to a first floor studio with shower room and kitchenette area, providing a superb space for a home office, or as a studio flat for ancillary accommodation or potential rental income.Tenure:FreeholdServices:Mains electricity. Private water supply. Private septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating.Council Tax:Band F For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i69934710
1 of only 2 plots remainingPicken Court is an exclusive development of 4 luxury homes built by a Somerset developer, Prestige Develop Ltd.Plot 3 is a four bedroom detached house offering over 1900sq ft of accommodation, remarkable views across the Somerset Countryside, front and rear gardens, a double garage and a large driveway.Picken Court is an exclusive development comprising just four, luxuriously appointed three and four bedroom detached homes, constructed and finished to a superb standard with the inclusion of solar panels contributing towards the excellent energy efficiency of these homes. They also benefit from a 10 year warranty (ICW). Located on the edge of this attractive Somerset village and backing onto open countryside, the stunning homes at Picken Court enjoy a rural setting whilst being within easy reaching distance of various local amenities. Plot 3 is a four bedroom property which comprises a sitting room, open plan kitchen/dining room, separate utility, downstairs WC, four double bedrooms including a master and second bedroom with en-suite shower rooms and a separate family bathroom.OUTSIDEThe property features a tarmac driveway to the side of the house from which electric wooden gates open to a larger gravelled parking and turning area in front of the double garage. To the immediate rear of the property is a substantial patio leading onto a level area of lawn. The garden backs on to adjoining fields and enjoys uninterrupted countryside views. SPECIFICATION 10 year warranty (ICW) Solar panels Natural stone and brick elevations Air source heat pump with underfloor heating to ground floor Individual water treatment plants Fireplace with wood burner Security system Direct fibre broadband to the premises with CAT 5 sockets in most rooms Double garage with electric roller door and electric double wooden gates to the driveway Landscaped front and rear gardens Solid hardwood windows with aluminium clad low maintenance exterior along with galvanised rainwater goods External power points, lighting and an outside tap Engineered oak flooring and solid oak internal doors Choice of carpets for the first floor Fitted kitchens with over counter lighting, quartz worktops and integrated appliances including a fridge/freezer, double oven, 5 ring induction hob and extractor fan and a dishwasher Fitted utility rooms with space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer Tiled and panelled bathroom and en-suite shower rooms with white suites, heated towel rails and shaver pointsSERVICES & OUTGOINGSWe understand that mains electric and water are connected to the property.Heating via an air source heat pump with individually zone controlled underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the first floor. Drainage via a private water treatment plant.Somerset CouncilBand TBC.West Lambrook is a delightful hamlet situated one mile from Shepton Beauchamp and two miles from Kingsbury Episcopi which offer amenities to include primary schools, churches, public houses, recreation fields as well as village shops/tea rooms including the renowned Kingsbury Community Shop, Cafe and Post Office along with Four Winds Farm shop in Mid Lambrook and Burrow Hill Cider near Stembridge. Whilst a further range of facilities can be found in South Petherton, Yeovil and Taunton. South Petherton is located just 2 miles away and offers a wide range of local facilities including shops, doctors, chemist, community hospital and pharmacy, schools and bus services to neighbouring towns and villages. Within short drives are the larger towns of Crewkerne (with Waitrose supermarket) and Yeovil, both having railway stations giving access to London Waterloo and the remainder of the West Country. There is also easy access to the A303, A38 and the motorway at Taunton junction 25, which lies just 17 miles distant. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69536433
A welcoming four-bedroom farmhouse, with practical layout and a warm inviting interior, adjacent to several useful outbuildings with plenty of potential for development, with gardens and ample parking.The house is surrounded on three sides by gardens, mainly laid to lawn, with five-bar gated entrances on two sides. At the front of the house an expanse of driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles. There are three stone outbuildings which provide plenty of storage and have the potential to be converted for other uses (subject to consents/building regs).The entrance to the farmhouse encompasses a large boot room offering substantial space for storage and to accommodate muddy boots and paws. From here there is an open plan utility area with storage and space for white goods, a pantry and separate cloak room. The inviting farmhouse kitchen with Aga, stable door and exposed beams is a warm hub of this home. Smart dark-grey units provide ample storage and house inbuilt appliances including a dishwasher, oven, microwave and induction hob. Kitchen table and chairs fit comfortably into the space, and a glazed door leading out to the back garden makes for easy access for alfresco entertaining. Across the rear of the house, the property has been extended to incorporate an extensive garden room, linking to the sitting room to the dining room and creating a satisfying circular flow through the living spaces, and providing room for a home office. Windows span the width of the garden room and sliding doors lead out to the garden, making this a bright and versatile space. The adjoining sitting room creates a cosier space in which to relax, whilst the dining room, with it's feature fireplace provides a more formal space for entertaining.Decorated in neutral tones, the upstairs space feels light and airy. There are four double bedrooms, each with views across the open countryside and gardens. A couple of steps lead down to the spacious principal bedroom which includes a large built-in wardrobe. The family bathroom with wooden floor, features a modern white suite and contemporary tiles.Somerset Council Tax Band E For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71220954
A stunning, detached Hamstone cottage situated in an idyllic setting on the edge of Ham Hill with remarkable far reaching views. Extended, flexible and fully renovated accommodation including four bedrooms as well as a large mature garden, parking and a sizeable store. 39 Ham Hill comprises a particularly well presented, detached period cottage which is situated in an elevated position on the outskirts of this highly favoured South Somerset village. This fabulous property has undergone a comprehensive programme of improvements under its current ownership and has been extended from its original cottage footprint to a wonderful family home, ideally suited to modern living, yet still retaining much of its original charm and character. The property features beautifully presented and updated accommodation throughout, including a refitted kitchen/dining room, utility room and bathrooms as well as additional upgrades such as the installation of an air source heat pump and new central heating system. On the ground floor the accommodation includes an attractive entrance hall with access to the cloakroom and storage. Solid oak flooring runs throughout the hall and into the kitchen/dining room as well as the separate study. This offers excellent flexibility as a home office, hobby/craft room or an additional ground floor bedroom/reception if required. The open plan kitchen and dining room offers an incredibly well presented and sociable space which is flooded with natural light, ideal for family dining/entertaining. The kitchen area features a lovely vaulted ceiling with a Velux window and also comprises bespoke solid wood cabinets with solid oak work surfacing, a double Butler sink and a granite island/breakfast bar with built in power sockets. Integrated appliances include a range cooker with electric oven/slow cooker, an induction hob, an under counter fridge and a dishwasher. The separate utility/laundry room provides further fitted storage as well as space, plumbing and electrics for additional appliances together with a side door opening into the large external store. The bright and airy sitting room features an exposed Hamstone wall with a central fireplace and multi fuel burner (which can also provide additional central heating and hot water if required). French doors open at the front of the property for direct access to the garden and offer glorious views of the countryside beyond. The bedroom accommodation is well catered for, with a fourth double bedroom situated on the ground floor. The level of attention to detail and standard of finish continues throughout the first floor where there are three further double bedrooms including the master suite and a separate family bathroom. The generously proportioned master bedroom features incredible elevated, dual aspect views over the garden and countryside beyond as well a featuring a pretty exposed stone wall. The master suite also benefits from it's own walk in dressing room and well appointed en-suite shower room. The second and third bedrooms are further nicely proportioned double rooms, both benefitting from far reaching countryside views and an abundance of natural light. The family bathroom has been finished to a high standard and features a lovely exposed stone wall, a Velux window as well as a freestanding bath, a separate shower enclosure, wash hand basin, WC and a heated towel rail. This highly practical and charming home would suit a variety of age groups who are looking to enjoy this pretty, edge of village location at the foot of Ham Hill Country Park.SERVICES & OUTGOINGSWe understand that mains electric and water are connected to the property. Heating via an air source heat pump. Private drainage to a septic tank. Owned solar panels are installed which benefit from a FiT and provide an income of approximately £700 per annum. Somerset CouncilBand D.The property is located in the popular village of Stoke-Sub-Hamdon on the edge of Ham Hill Country park which provides fantastic walks and breath taking views. The well served village has a primary school, church, public houses, a working men's club, pharmacy, dentist, several shops, a cafe plus other local amenities. There is a nearby secondary school at East Stoke, Stanchester Academy, and the village is very well placed for road communications to the nearby larger commercial town of Yeovil and also to the A303.The former market town of Crewkerne lies a short drive to the south, sitting on the Dorset border with the famous Jurassic Coast within easy reach.The property is situated at the top of a shared private driveway with parking available in front of the house and access to the store/worktop as well as further parking on the opposite side of the driveway. The garden extends to approx. 0.4 of an acre and is set against by the stunning backdrop of the surrounding Somerset countryside. The south westerly aspect benefits from the majority of afternoon and evening sunshine as well as the opportunity to enjoy gorgeous far reaching sunsets. At the front of the property is a large gravelled patio which is the perfect place for garden furniture and alfresco dining. The main area of garden lies beyond the patio and is set out in tiered, lawned sections with established planting throughout. To the rear of the property steps rise to an additional raised garden which comprises an attractive wooded area and offers further magnificent elevated views. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i71361812
1 of only 2 plots remainingPicken Court is an exclusive development of 4 luxury homes built by a Somerset developer, Prestige Develop Ltd.Plot 4 is a four bedroom detached house offering over 1900sq ft of accommodation, remarkable views across the Somerset Countryside, front and rear gardens, a double garage and a large driveway.Picken Court is an exclusive development comprising just four, luxuriously appointed three and four bedroom detached homes, constructed and finished to a superb standard with the inclusion of solar panels contributing towards the excellent energy efficiency of these homes. They also benefit from a 10 year warranty (ICW). Located on the edge of this attractive Somerset village and backing onto open countryside, the stunning homes at Picken Court enjoy a rural setting whilst being within easy reaching distance of various local amenities. Plot 4 is the largest four bedroom property, enjoying countryside views from two aspects and comprising an attractive storm porch, sitting room, open plan kitchen/dining room, separate utility, downstairs WC, four double bedrooms including a master and second bedroom with en-suite shower rooms and a separate family bathroom.OUTSIDEThe property features a tarmac driveway to the side of the house from which electric wooden gates open to a larger gravelled parking and turning area in front of the double garage. To the immediate rear of the property is a substantial patio leading onto a level area of lawn. The garden backs on to adjoining fields and enjoys uninterrupted countryside views. SPECIFICATION 10 year warranty (ICW) Solar panels Natural stone and brick elevations Air source heat pump with underfloor heating to ground floor Individual water treatment plants Fireplace with wood burner Security system Direct fibre broadband to the premises with CAT 5 sockets in most rooms Double garage with electric roller door and electric double wooden gates to the driveway Landscaped front and rear gardens Solid hardwood windows with aluminium clad low maintenance exterior along with galvanised rainwater goods External power points, lighting and an outside tap Engineered oak flooring and solid oak internal doors Choice of carpets for the first floor Fitted kitchens with over counter lighting, quartz worktops and integrated appliances including a fridge/freezer, double oven, 5 ring induction hob and extractor fan and a dishwasher Fitted utility rooms with space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer Tiled and panelled bathroom and en-suite shower rooms with white suites, heated towel rails and shaver pointsSERVICES & OUTGOINGSWe understand that mains electric and water are connected to the property. Heating via an air source heat pump with individually zone controlled underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the first floor. Drainage via a private water treatment plant.Somerset CouncilBand TBC.West Lambrook is a delightful hamlet situated one mile from Shepton Beauchamp and two miles from Kingsbury Episcopi which offer amenities to include primary schools, churches, public houses, recreation fields as well as village shops/tea rooms including the renowned Kingsbury Community Shop, Cafe and Post Office along with Four Winds Farm shop in Mid Lambrook and Burrow Hill Cider near Stembridge. Whilst a further range of facilities can be found in South Petherton, Yeovil and Taunton. South Petherton is located just 2 miles away and offers a wide range of local facilities including shops, doctors, chemist, community hospital and pharmacy, schools and bus services to neighbouring towns and villages. Within short drives are the larger towns of Crewkerne (with Waitrose supermarket) and Yeovil, both having railway stations giving access to London Waterloo and the remainder of the West Country. There is also easy access to the A303, A38 and the motorway at Taunton junction 25, which lies just 17 miles distant. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69468893
A wonderful opportunity to purchase an individual period property with an abundance of charm and character set within 0.40 acres of delightful gardens. This interesting dwelling has been extended over the years to provide a lovely family home with flexible living accommodation. From the entrance porch you are welcomed into an impressive reception hall with painted wood panelling and quarry tiled floor. To your right a door opens into the living room being the original cottage with dual aspect windows, stone fireplace and door giving access to a small study. To the left of the hallway is a spacious dining room seamlessly flowing into the kitchen and conservatory providing a wonderful sociable layout perfect for entertaining and every day family life. Completing the downstairs there is a utility room and cloakroom. There are two staircases providing access to the first floor providing the opportunity to create an annexe. There is a family bathroom, en-suite shower room and four bedrooms all of which enjoy countryside views. Moving outside, the mature garden is a particular feature being of a generous size with pleasant seating areas and a large expanse of lawn interspersed with trees and flower beds, all enclosed by hedging and fencing. There is plenty of off road parking and various outbuildings including a summer house currently used as a home office. The property also benefits from solar panels with a Feed-In tariff. An internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this characterful family home set within a small hamlet yet within easy reach of local towns including Bruton, Wincanton and Gillingham. LOCATION: Southmarsh is a hamlet with a number of properties situated on the South-Eastern side of Charlton Musgrove. Charlton Musgrove is situated in the beautiful Somerset countryside, 2 miles distant from the A303 providing easy communications to London and the West Country. Mainline railway stations are situated in the nearby towns of Castle Cary and Gillingham. Wincanton is situated approximately 3 miles away and is supplied with supermarkets, health centre, post office and library, inns and churches. There are two primary schools and a comprehensive school and nearby private schools at Bruton, Gillingham and Shaftesbury. Wincanton offers good sporting facilities, including a newly constructed indoor sports centre with swimming pool, and a good outdoor sporting facility. National Hunt Racing takes place at its racecourse on the edge of the town. Surrounding towns include Castle Cary, Sherborne, Yeovil, Gillingham, Mere, Sturminster Newton, Bruton. ACCOMMODATION GROUND FLOOR ENCLOSED ENTRANCE PORCH: With quarry tiled floor and period style composite front door to: RECEPTION HALL: A spacious welcoming entrance hall with quarry tiled floor, radiator, picture light point, understairs cupboard, double glazed window, radiator and painted panelling to dado rail. SITTING ROOM: 22'2 x 11' A light and airy room with dual aspect double glazed windows, fireside alcoves with fitted shelving, radiator, picture rail and fireplace with Jetmaster fire. Door to: STUDY: 8'5 x 6'1 Painted wood panelling and window overlooking the garden. DINING ROOM: 12'9 x 11'9 A delightful room being open plan to the kitchen and double glazed French doors to the conservatory making the whole area ideal for entertaining and every day family life. Fireplace with wood burning stove, exposed floorboards, exposed ceiling timber and radiator. CONSERVATORY: 15'8 x 14'2 A delightful addition to the property with a lovely outlook over the garden. Radiator, tiled floor and double glazed French doors to the garden. KITCHEN: 16' x 10' A country style kitchen with an oil fired Rayburn Range which also supplies the central heating and hot water. Butler sink set into a solid wood drainer and work top, range of matching wall and base units topped with a work surface, tiled floor, space and plumbing for dishwasher, large understairs cupboard, three double glazed windows, stable door to outside and door to second staircase rising to bedroom four. CLOAKROOM: Low level WC, wash basin with tiled splashback and tiled floor. UTILITY ROOM: 10'2 (max) x 7'10 Tiled floor, single drainer stainless steel sink unit, space and plumbing for washing machine, window to side aspect and door to: BOOT ROOM: 11'3 x 7'10 Radiator, tiled floor, work surface, window to side aspect and door to outside. From the inner hallway stairs to first floor. FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Exposed floorboards, double glazed window to side aspect, hatch to loft and airing cupboard housing hot water tank. BEDROOM 1: 12'5 x 11'2 Radiator, double glazed window to front aspect with countryside views. This room also has an interconnecting door to bedroom four. BEDROOM 2: 11'5 x 11' (max) Radiator, picture rail, fitted double wardrobe and double glazed window with countryside views. BEDROOM 3: 11' x 10'8 A light and airy room with dual aspect double glazed windows to front and side aspects with countryside views. Radiator and picture rail. BEDROOM 4: 10'3 x 10'6 Radiator, hatch to loft, dual aspect double glazed windows with countryside views and door to en-suite and opening to second staircase. EN-SUITE BATHROOM: Panelled bath with mixer taps and shower attachment, low level WC, bidet, wash hand basin and velux window. FAMILY BATHROOM: Panelled bath with mixer taps and shower attachment, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, bidet, radiator, tiled to splash prone areas and two double glazed windows. OUTSIDE The property is set within 0.40 acres of delightful mature gardens. There are pleasant seating areas and large expanse of lawn with a number of mature trees, shrub beds and hedging. A gravelled drive provides off road parking and leads to two single garages. There is also a summer house, timber shed, workshop (in need of some repair), oil tank, outside lighting, log store and wooden compost boxes. A five bar gate to the rear of the garden gives additional access to the garden. AGENTS NOTE: The garage/workshop to the rear of the garden has planning permission for a chalet style annexe. SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, drainage, oil fired central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations. COUNCIL TAX BAND: F TENURE: Freehold VIEWING: Strictly by appointment through the agents. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i69982148
We are delighted to offer for sale this Grade II Listed fully renovated, two storey barn conversion in the select The Bartons development. The property is a stunning, sociable home with no compromise on space anywhere.730Converted in the late 1980s, No. 8 The Bartons offers extraordinarily spacious accommodation with the Sitting Room through to the Dining Room measuring 35' alone. Stand out features of the property are the vaulted ceilings with exposed timbers, including the most impressive full height hallway and stairwell. The property has undergone complete renovation in the last two years to include replacing all the windows and doors with hardwood framed double glazing, all interior doors, new kitchen, utility and bathrooms, flooring, lighting and decoration throughout. An additional garage to the rear has been built with rear driveway and ample parking as well as a second garage to the front.Located in a corner position of the development and approached via an original double height archway framed with Hamstone from the main courtyard the orientation of No. 8 is all about the wonderful garden. Every ground floor window overlooks the garden and is completely private with no other property overlooking the house.Accommodation:Two stone steps lead to the impressive double height porch, once an archway through and framed by Hamstone with the original iron hinges and doors (now unused and a feature erected against the back wall of the archway).Glazed front door with window over leads through into the Entrance Hall with stairs rising and an impressive, vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers. There are two double storage cupboards, tiled floor and window overlooking the main courtyard.Kitchen/Breakfast Room 18'11 x 14'4 with beautiful new range of wall, base and drawer units plus a walk-in pantry cupboard. One and a half bowl inset sink unit, integrated full hight fridge and under counter freezer, dishwasher, Induction hob with built in extractor fan. Trio of pendant lights over the hob, feature lights set into kick board, French doors and windows with feature Hamstone archway to the patio and onto the garden.Utility Room 8' x 8'5 with modern base and wall units, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble drier, wall mounted Gas boiler, timber worktop, stainless steel sink and drainer unit, window to gardenShower Room with WC, wash hand basin built into storage cupboard, wall mounted modern heated towel rail, extractor fan, large shower unit, LED mirror, fully tiled walls, obscure window to rear.Dining Room 20'2 x 16' with wall lights, timber flooring, large square archway leading through toSitting Room 25'3 x 15'2 with dual aspect windows overlooking the garden, timber flooring double French doors to the side, wall lights and feature fireplace with built in woodburning stove.Stairs from vaulted hallway lead to the First Floor Landing with access to fully boarded loft space.Master Bedroom 25'4 x 15'2 with dual aspect windows overlooking the garden offering far reaching countryside views, vaulted ceiling, beautiful freestanding bath. Door toEnsuite Shower Room with WC, wash basin set into vanity unit, LED mirror, large shower cubicle, modern heated towel rail fully tiled walls.Bedroom Two 12' x 9'7 featuring part of the top of the Hamstone Archway rising from Kitchen, Velux windowBedroom Three 10'1 x 9'7 with vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and Velux window and featuring part of the top of the Hamstone Archway rising from Kitchen.Bedroom Four 11'1 x 11' with skylight windowBedroom Five/Study 12' x 8'3 with window overlooking stairwell.Family Bathroom with WC, wash basin set into vanity unit with built in shelf/top, panelled bath with shower over, and glass screen, modern heated towel rail, window to garden, fully tiled walls.Outside, to the front of the property is a gravelled large courtyard area which is shared with the other properties. Parking is readily available here and there is access to theGarage/Workshop 18' x 10'4 with power and light, water and wooden doors.The private rear Garden offers vehicle access with ample paved parking area access by double gates from the lane with a further large gate at the rear of the garden.Timber built Garage 18'11' with personal door and window to side, double doors to front, power and light.The garden itself is a private haven with lawn, well stocked flower border, mature trees, two ponds, greenhouse, summerhouse, patio area.There is ample parking with an extra visitors car parking area.Agents note - the property is Freehold and has an annual maintenance fee of £600 to cover the shared areas and facilities. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69839504
A superb refurbished detached four bedroom property in the highly sought after village of Penselwood, which is an area of oustanding natural beauty. Wooden double doors access the inner storm porch leading into a very generous entrance hallway with feature stone brick work. There is a shower room/cloakroom and doors that lead into the kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Off the kitchen there is a further room that could be utilised as a diner, study, or utility, with an inner door giving access to the double garage. The sitting room is dual aspect with UPVC doors to rear garden. Large feature fireplace with large multi fuel wood burner, a lovely light spacious room of very generous proportions. The kitchen has a range of wall and base units, freestanding dishwasher, built-in fridge and freezer. There is an electric double oven with gas hob. There is a further reception room, currently used as a study, with windows that overlook the front garden and countryside views beyond. Wooden staircase and balustrading give access to the light and spacious landing area, useful storage cupboard and airing cupboard. The principal bedroom has en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. There are three further double bedrooms, all with built in wardrobes. Spacious family bathroom with shower cubicle. There is a double garage with power and light, housing boiler and water softener system. There is a large driveway allowing parking for several vehicles. There is a potting shed, and the property is centre set in a large generous plot with grassed area to front and further grass and flower borders to the rear. The property also benefits from ultrafast optic fibre broadband and hardwired CAT 5 twisted pair cabling, with sockets located in the principal bedroom, kitchen, and main sitting room. Viewing strongly advised. * Tenure: Freehold * Council Tax Band: F * Local Council: Somerset Council * EPC: D * Utilities and Similar: Mains electricity, oil, mains water, septic tank + soakaway, telephone point, and fibre broadband For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i71141762
* DRAFT * A beautiful early Victorian Tudor-style three-bedroom property. Impressively renovated by the current owners. This stylish home is situated near the Church in Evercreech. There is an entrance porch with a date stone above the door leading to the stairs and reception rooms either side. There are stone mullion windows throughout the property. To the left there is a newly fitted Neptune kitchen. Fitted appliances include a double oven, a dishwasher and double bowl sink. There are double glazed bifold doors to the rear, opening onto the garden. Leading from the kitchen is an office with a curved stone mullion window and built-in storage, a utility room and shower room with WC and washbasin can also be located on the ground floor. The sitting room is an excellent size and there is also a separate dining room, both have wood burners, Upstairs there are three double bedrooms and a bathroom with WC and separate shower cubicle. The landing has stunning views across the nearby landscape. The main bedroom is triple aspect with fitted wardrobes. The second and third bedrooms both have vaulted ceilings. They both have fitted storage/wardrobes. Bedroom two has a single aspect and bedroom three is double aspect. All rooms upstairs have stone mullion windows. Outside is a private lawned garden with terrace and pedestrian access. The property is surrounded with boxwood borders and a yew hedge. The house overlooks the church and has two allocated parking spaces. NO CHAIN. Evercreech has good local amenities which are a very short walk from the property and is just a short drive from Bruton and Castle Cary train station. The village and civil parish includes the hamlet of Stoney Stratton and the village of Chesterblade. * Tenure: Freehold * Council Tax Band: E * Local Authority: Somerset Council * In a Conservation Area * Listed Building: Grade ll * EPC: Exempt * Utilities and Similar: Mains electricity, mains gas, mains water, and mains drainage * No Onward Chain For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i69526540
Built in 1907, Littleton House is an attractive Edwardian townhouse with well-proportioned rooms that are light and airy with good ceiling heights and sash windows throughout. It has been renovated over the years to a high standard by its current owners, ensuring that it is now not only fit for the demands of modern day living, but presented in an elegant style throughout. The impressive front door opens into a vestibule for coats and has a stained-glass inner door which opens into the generous and welcoming hallway decorated with William Morris wallpaper and Concrete Project tiles with underfloor heating. The stylish sitting room has generously proportioned sash-windows with architraves, and a multi-fuel wood burner set amongst vintage tiled surround, a perfect focal point for those cooler winter evenings. The smaller snug/study, with views onto the garden, is a more intimate, casual space currently used as a study and ideal for those wishing to work from home. Next to this is a useful cloakroom with basin, shower and WC with marble wall and floor tiles. The wonderful kitchen/breakfast room encompasses oak shaker style wall and base units with oak worktops over, plumbing for a dishwasher, space and plumbing for an American style fridge freezer and space for a range style cooker with an industrial extraction fan above. The large dining area ensures there is plenty of room for family gatherings and entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen is a utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and a door that leads out to the beautiful rear garden.From the hallway, stairs rise to the first floor where there are four bedrooms, three of which are large doubles and one that overlooks the south facing garden. There is a bathroom with a bathtub, a basin, WC, marble tiles and underfloor heating together with plenty of storage for linen. From the landing, stairs rise again to the second floor where two further large doubles and a new shower room with shower cubicle, basin, WC, travertine tiling and underfloor heating can be found. Worth a special mention is the copious amount of eaves storage (insulated) which runs to the front and rear of the property as well as the top loft which was fully boarded and insulated when the house was re-roofed around six years ago. An appealing feature of this house is its versatile nature, with the second floor available to overflow into when necessary or shut off as desired (it is on a separate/independent heating zone to the rest of the house). All things considered, Littleton House is a fine example of a beautifully presented townhouse with pleasing proportions, great light, sympathetic modernisations and eminent practicality. OUTSIDE:A notable feature of Littleton House is the delightful walled south facing garden to the rear. It is well stocked with a variety ancient roses, shrubs and trees providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion. The garden is a real suntrap and has been completely re-landscaped by the current owners to include two new limestone terraces, providing excellent space for al-fresco dining. There is a new Aco mains linked drainage system allowing for easy cleaning of the terraces. The wooden pergola, that provides vertical accents, is adorned with jasmine, passion flower and clematis climbers giving this garden year round interest and colour. There is plenty of outside storage with a stone store at the end of the house and a large garden shed to the rear of the garden. There are many shops and amenities just a short walk away and plenty of on-street parking to the front of the house which provides easy access to this superb central location.LOCATION:The hilltop town of Somerton dates back to the Anglo Saxon era when it was the capital of Wessex and an important political and commercial centre. In the centre of the town is a wide market square with its octagonal roofed market cross, surrounded by charming period houses. This attractive small town has an excellent range of facilities including shops, public houses and schools, with the larger commercial centre of Yeovil within an easy drive, as is the pretty Abbey town of Sherborne.EDUCATIONVillage primary schools in Somerton, Charlton Mackrell (2 miles) and in Kenton Mandeville (6 miles). Nearby private schools Millfield School at Street 8 miles, Hazlegrove School 7 miles, Sherborne Boys' and Sherborne Girls' (12 miles).SPORTING AND RECREATIONThe area is well provided for with bridleways, quiet lanes and footpaths. Fishing and sailing (by permit) at Sutton Bingham Reservoir near Yeovil and the Jurassic coast is just over 20 miles away. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury and Taunton. Numerous golf courses including Wheathill and Yeovil. Theatres in Bath, Yeovil, Bristol and Salisbury. The Newt Country Estate and Bruton are also just an easy drive. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i68887408
Agent Code: 5500 Set in a popular village location, this attractive period home has a wonderful balance of rural living alongside good access to the A303 and mainline train stations. Hillview Cottage is entered via the useful open porch and leads directly into the generous entrance hall with attractive tiled flooring, wood burner and stairs rising to the first floor. The hall gives access to two receptions (the living room and the office/study), both with front aspect windows and carpet to floor. The living room has an impressive inset wood burner with stone surround. The wonderful kitchen breakfast room is located at the rear of the property, offering traditional style cupboards/dressers with solid worktop counters and a Belfast style sink. Open beams and another wood burner further add to the charm. Appliances include the Calor gas free standing cooker with hob above and there is space and plumbing for a full sized dishwasher. A door leads nicely to the rear boot room/utility with further built in storage, space for further white goods and access to the ground floor WC. A stable door leads directly outside to the rear garden. Another cosy reception completes the ground floor accommodation alongside the bright garden room/conservatory - currently dressed and utilised for dining. The first floor comprises of three good double bedrooms, all laid to carpet and the attractive modern shower room with walk in glass cubicle, the stylish vanity sink unit and toilet. Annexe Accommodation: A detached stone barn offering an open living/bedroom layout with kitchen and bathroom facilities. An ideal guest accommodation or income potential. See plan and photos for layout information. Outside: The property is accessed via a private track serving just a handful of properties with gravel parking immediately to the front and side. The space to the front of the property also boasts a large open car port/shed, ideal for storage. The side space gives access to the detached annexe and a gate leads nicely to the rear garden. The garden itself is full of well established planting, flowers and mature trees. Pathways lead you through the wonderful garden spaces with various seating areas, patios and an idyllic pond with water feature. A summer house sits nicely in the corner of the garden adjacent the attractive brick paved BBQ terrace area. Further sheds add to the storage potential - ideal for garden machinery and tools. Services: The property is connected to mains water, electricity and drainage. Heating via electric storage heaters and wood burners. Full Fibre (approx 900 mbps) available in the local area. Council Tax - Band D. EPC - Band D. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i70268437
Greenslade Taylor Hunt are delighted to offer to the market, this impressive Grade ll listed residence within the rural village of Stogumber. This incredibly spacious property has numerous reception rooms, an enclosed garden and off road parking for 3/4 vehicles.Wick House is a charming Grade ll listed family home, situated in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty within the village of Stogumber. In an excellent location, this period property, full of many characterful features, offers incredibly spacious accommodation with parking, and some picturesque views over the West Somerset Countryside. The pretty shaded veranda gives way to a handsome central entrance hall leading to three spacious reception rooms and a large kitchen with feature window overlooking the garden. The property benefits from ten bedrooms, all en-suite and has been in recent years, both a business and residential family home. The accommodation briefly comprises:Part glazed heavy timber door on entrance and stained glass feature window above.Entrance Hall - Doors to all ground floor rooms, fire zone control unit (currently unused) and fitted carpet. Living Room - Sash bay window to front elevation, stone fireplace with gas coal effect stove on a ceramic hearth and fitted carpet. W/C - Pedestal toilet, hand wash basin and vinyl flooring. Kitchenette - Inset hand wash basin and space for fridge freezer and storage. Sitting Room - Sash window with secondary glazing and window seat to front elevation, Inglenook fireplace with modern multifuel stove, exposed beams, large alcove for log storage, flagstone flooring and alcove with window to rear elevation. Garden Room - Double doors and window to rear elevation overlooking the garden and patio, internal window to living room, double doors to games room and fitted carpet. Dining Room - Sash window with secondary glazing to front elevation, door to front elevation, windows x 2 to side elevation, overhead storage cupboards and fitted carpet.W/C - Window to side elevation, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, storage shelf and vinyl flooring. Kitchen - Arch window to rear elevation overlooking the garden, fitted modern kitchen with laminate counter top, integrated AGA, Bosch double oven with electric hob top and stainless steel splashback. Inset ceramic sink with mixer tap, window to side elevation, ample cupboard space, small hand wash basin, integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher and laminate flooring.Utility Room - Space for washing machine and tumble dryer, ample storage space with shelving and vinyl flooring. Games Room - Double doors and window to rear and side elevation overlooking the garden, doors to library and first floor and fitted carpet. (Pool table is available under separate negotiation) Library - Door and window to rear elevation and window to side elevation, storage cupboards x 2 and fitted carpet.Shower Room/Wet Room - Shower, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring.Lobby - Door to side elevation, stairs to first floor and fitted carpet.Bedroom 1 - Window to side elevation, integrated cupboards x 2, fitted carpet and study room which has plumbing to be put back as en-suite if necessary. Bedroom 2 - Window to front elevation and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising window to side elevation, integrated storage cupboard, bath with shower over, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles, heated towel rail and vinyl flooring. Bedroom 3 - Window to front elevation and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising bath with shower over, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring. Bedroom 4 - Window to front elevation and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising shower cubicle, pedestal toilet , hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring. Bedroom 5 - Window to rear elevation overlooking the garden and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising window to rear elevation, bath with shower over, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl floor covering.Bedroom 6 - Window to rear elevation and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising bath with shower over, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl floor covering. Bedroom 7 - Window to front elevation, integrated storage cupboard and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising shower cubicle, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring. Bedroom 8 - Window to rear elevation, integrated cupboard and fitted carpet. En suite - Comprising bath with shower over, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring. Bedroom 9 - (2nd floor)- Window to rear elevation and fitted carpet. Bedroom 10 - Window to rear elevation, feature fire place and fitted carpet.Shower Room - Shower cubicle, pedestal toilet, hand wash basin, ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring.Wick House is located within the historic village of Stogumber, enjoying some of the most picturesque countryside with the West Somerset coastline, Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills readily at hand. The village itself provides a popular primary school, good village pub, cricket club, post office and general stores whilst the County Town of Taunton is readily accessible some 14 miles away where a wide range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities can be found including three noted public schools. The M5 may be joined at Taunton which also offers a fast rail link to London Paddington. Both Bristol and Exeter airports are also within easy striking distance.You will approach the main entrance from the lane, and to either side of the main entrance there is a pretty veranda with a decorative gingerbread wood trim. To the front of the property, just across the lane there is a car parking space for one vehicle. To the side of the property there are a further three parking spaces, a storage shed , oil tank and gated access to the rear garden. To the rear of the property there is a pretty cottage garden which catches the sun most of the day. There is a paved area with two greenhouses, a cold water tap and covered area suitable for log storage. From the paved area there are a couple of steps up to the garden which is laid to stone chippings with a stone wall boundary and fence offering a high degree of privacy. At the top of the garden there is a level paved area perfect for seating and dining with a storage shed. There is a variety of mature trees and shrubs and some pretty flower borders. Access to the front of the property can also be gained through another gate to the left of the property. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70143514
An extended and beautifully presented detached house, pleasantly located within the sought-after village of Baltonsborough. Faced in attractive Lias stone, this finely-proportioned home includes four bedrooms, a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/family room and a separate sitting room with a wood burning stove. There is also ample driveway parking, surrounding gardens and a garage with an adjoining home office. EPC rating D.At the front of the property, there is an open-fronted stone porch, leading to the main door. The house is entered via a central hall, which incorporates the staircase to the first floor accommodation, a large built-in double coats cupboard, a separate airing cupboard, and access into a downstairs WC and both reception rooms. The hall has a lovely Travertine tiled floor, which continues into the kitchen/dining/family room. To the left of the hall is the sitting room, which is triple-aspect and includes an oak floor and a set of double glazed patio doors to one side. Within the sitting room is a fireplace with an inset wood burning stove, creating a superb focal point and perfect for those colder evenings. One of the main selling points of this delightful home is the extended and open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, which is dual-aspect and ideal for families and for those who enjoy entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall units and includes a Belfast sink, sensor-controlled floor lights, an integrated Bosch dishwasher and an LPG-fired freestanding Rangemaster range cooker with an extractor over. Other points of note in the kitchen are the under-unit and display cupboard lighting, space (and plumbing) for a freestanding American style fridge/freezer and granite work surfaces. The family area offers plenty of space for soft furnishings, television etc. and the dining area can comfortably accommodate a good size table and chairs. Double glazed sliding doors then open out to a section of courtyard at the rear, and an inner door leads through to a utility room. Fitted with plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble drier, the utility provides a further sink unit with mixer taps, additional floor and wall units and a double glazed door to the rear.On the first floor, the landing has a large window to the front allowing in lots of natural light, and includes two built-in storage cupboards and access to the insulated loft space. Both the master bedroom and the second bedroom are well-proportioned double rooms, with vaulted ceilings and Velux skylight windows. The Master benefits from a contemporary en-suite shower room, complete with a vanity wash hand basin, a low-level WC, a heated towel rail and a large, luxury walk-in shower cubicle with a non-slip base. There are two further bedrooms upstairs; one double and a generous single, plus a well-appointed family bathroom. All of the rooms with a front facing aspect are fitted with attractive double glazed sash windows.The sought after village of Baltonsborough lies a few minutes' drive from Glastonbury and has a public house, a church, an active village hall, a primary school and a fantastic village shop. The cities of Bath and Bristol are within 30 miles to the north, plus the county town of Taunton to the west and the A303 are also within easy reach. There is a mainline train station at Castle Cary (7.5 miles away) with regular and direct services to London Paddington. Other nearby attractions include the Bath & West Showground, The Newt (a country estate with magnificent woodland and gardens) and Hauser & Wirth in Bruton, a pioneering world-class art gallery. There is excellent schooling at all levels within the immediate area, including Millfield prep and senior schools.The property is approached via a wooden five-bar gate, which opens into a large stone chipped driveway, providing off-road parking for numerous vehicles. The driveway then leads to two detached outbuildings, located at the front of the property. The first is a stone-built single garage with an 'up and over' door to the front, with an adjoining home office/studio with high ceiling and side access, both of which have light and power. The second outbuilding is a lockable barn (in need of some repair), also with light and power, providing useful outside storage with an undercover area beside.The gardens surround the property and are well-tended, mainly lawn to lawn with established planted borders and a selection of mature trees and shrubs. Within the garden are several seating areas, vegetable plots and an outside tap, all enclosed by fencing and stone walling. The gardens enjoy plenty of sunshine throughout the day. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71466289
An attractive and finely-proportioned detached period house, delightfully located in a rural position on the northern outskirts of Ashcott. Set within a generous plot of approx. one acre, the property benefits from an idyllic outlook across the surrounding countryside and beyond. This extended and spacious home has superb annexe potential and includes five bedrooms, three reception rooms, a double garage and parking. EPC rating C.A door to the front of the property opens into a tiled entrance hall which incorporates two large storage cupboards and a useful utility cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble drier. The hall incorporates the staircase to the first floor accommodation and gives access to the downstairs cloakroom, the double garage and out to the garden. The property is particularly versatile and is configured well for purchasers seeking a self-contained annexe, with rooms offering flexibility for a variety of uses, including home working. The main sitting room is located at the rear of the property and is triple aspect, enjoying plenty of natural light. A comfortable reception room with two sets of patio doors opening out to the garden, the sitting room includes a central red brick fireplace with an inset Clearview multi-fuel stove. In addition to the sitting room, there is a separate dining room and a further living room, both of which are dual-aspect with wood-burning stoves. The kitchen/breakfast room, also with double glazed windows on two sides, is fitted with a range of matching floor and wall units and includes a tiled floor, a freestanding 'Rangemaster' range cooker (untested), an integrated 'Bosch' dishwasher and space for a freestanding American style fridge/freezer. A door from the kitchen then leads through to a second hall on the opposite side of the house, which has a further staircase to the first floor, access to the aforementioned reception rooms and a second external door at the front. On the first floor, the main landing area is a good size and currently used as a library, with large fitted book shelving and storage to one wall. This area also has a large built-in cupboard, a separate airing cupboard and two double-glazed sash windows to the front with lovely rural views found in many of the rooms on this level. The property has five bedrooms in total, two spacious doubles and a single are all accessed from the main landing area; the doubles benefit from en-suite facilities and built-in wardrobes with the master also having its own sauna. A second landing area on the other side of the house then continues into two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Fitted with a matching suite, the bathroom comprises a bath with mixer taps, a low level WC, a vanity wash hand basin and a separate shower cubicle. There is also a heated towel rail and double glazed frosted windows to the rear and side.The property is rurally situated on the north-eastern outskirts of Ashcott. A popular village lying in a convenient position on the Polden Hills, very accessible to Street (Clarks Village), Glastonbury, Wells and the M5 to the west. Village facilities include a primary school (with 'Good' Ofsted rating), two public houses, a church and a recreation ground with playground. There is also good state secondary schooling nearby, as well as Millfield, the prestigious independent school in Street. One of the main selling points of this superb property is the close proximity to RSPB Ham Wall, Shapwick Heath and other nearby nature reserves. The Railway Inn pub is also located just one mile away, further along Station Road.Sidney Villa is set within a fabulous plot measuring approx. one acre, which is predominantly located to the south and west of the house, enjoying lots of sunshine throughout the day and into the evening. The outside space is divided into different sections including a large area of lawn at the rear of the house with well-stocked borders, enclosed by fencing and hedgerows. There are various outside areas ideal for al fresco seating/dining depending on the time of day. There is a further section of raised decking, which offers a summerhouse with light and power. The woodland offers conifers, a tulip tree, a silver birch, a holly tree, a flowering cherry tree and a magnolia. At the side of the property is an area laid to stone chippings, with an enclosed driveway providing off road parking for numerous vehicles beside. In addition, there is a metal shed, a large outside store/workshop with power, and a substantial vegetable garden with polytunnel. Adjoining, there is an orchard with a wide range of fruit trees. The grounds at this property are ideal for green-fingered purchasers, providing a very pleasant and peaceful outside space with lots of scope. The double garage has an 'up and over' door, light and power, as well as a window to the side and personal door to the rear. Within the garage is the oil-fired boiler for the central heating, along with the neatly installed battery packs, charged by the solar panels. In addition to the central heating, the property benefits from newly fitted electric air-source heating and air-conditioning, with wall-mounted units fitted in rooms throughout the property. This could allow a purchaser to proceed with removing the traditional oil-fired system if desired. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i69602541
The front door opens into a lovely hallway with a blue Lias stone floor. To one side of the hallway is a charming living room, warmed by a wood-burning stove nestled in a deep brick inglenook at the gable end. The room retains its original features, including a bressummer beam running along its length and a substantial wooden lintel above the inglenook. The attractive wooden floorboards add to the room's character, and beneath the window, a romantic window seat creates a perfect spot to relax.The dining room is at the heart of the house, with original stone floors and an inglenook with open fireplace. A door from the dining room leads to a study, a calm and quiet space with pretty garden views and, once again, a window seat.The kitchen has off-white cabinetry juxtaposed with dark granite worktops and a large butler sink. A black Rangemaster cooker sits at one end of the kitchen, accompanied by a Rangemaster fridge and an integrated freezer and dishwasher. Smart fitted plate racks, a combination of cupboards and open shelving, and terracotta tiled floors complete the space. Tongue and groove panelling has been applied to the walls. The kitchen window frames lovely garden views, and a gap in the farmer's hedge provides a picturesque glimpse of the neighbouring field. Opposite the kitchen is convenient utility space equipped with a second butler sink and ample room for a washing machine. An external door between the kitchen and utility room opens directly onto a patio area and the garden. There is also a cloakroom on this floor.On the first floor there are four good sized bedrooms, the principal with ensuite shower room, and three doubles all of which share a well-appointed bathroom.The property is approached onto a private gravel driveway where there is parking space for multiple cars, in addition to the spacious double garage.The house is enveloped by a beautiful garden, which has a flourishing orchard, expanded by the current owners. The orchard now has crab apple trees, wild cherry trees, and an assortment of other fruit trees, adding to the natural beauty of the surroundings. Privacy is created by a beech hedge, while a majestic maple tree adds shade. Next to the house, a charming kitchen garden is enclosed by estate fencing, lined with a row of pleached russet apple trees and complete with a greenhouse.In all approximately 0.57 of an acre.What Three Words: ///fires.accusing.skirtingThe picturesque market town of Ilminster is nearby and hosts its own weekly market, as well as a plethora of independent shops. Slightly further afield, Langport had two excellent bakeries, a butcher, a weekly farmers' market, and a pretty cafe on the river. The towns of Crewkerne and Wellington both have more shopping facilities, as well as a Waitrose, whilst three miles from the house is a popular pub, The Bell, in the village of Broadway. The village of Barrington is home to the excellent Barrington Boar bar and restaurant. Somerton, with its lively High Street, renowned antique shops and brilliant White Heart pub is also only approximately 30 minutes away.There is an excellent choice of independent schools for boys and girls of all ages, including Hazlegrove Prep School, Sherborne School, Taunton School, Kings College, Queen's College and King's Hall. Other well-known schools in the area include Millfield and Blundell's, all within driving distance.Communication links are good, with the cities of Bath, Bristol and Exeter accessible within a 1.5 hour drive, whilst the nearest M5 junction is just nine miles away. Taunton station is approximately 25 minutes' drive from Ashill, with direct mainline services to London Paddington taking one hour and 40 minutes. Alternatively, central London can be reached by car, via the M3, in around three hours.Ilminster 4.5 miles, Taunton 9 miles, Crewkerne 12 miles, Langport 13 miles (All distances are approximate). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i69205183
DESCRIPTIONA stunning, four bedroom character property with a detached one bedroom annex, set in attractive gardens within the ever desirable village of Priddy and benefitting from gorgeous countryside views. The property has been modernized and beautifully enhanced by the current owners to create a wonderful open plan kitchen/dining/sitting space, perfect for families and entertaining alike. The house is within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and Wells whilst also being moments away from rural walks in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A stained glass front door opens into the central hall with ample space for shoes, coats and providing access to a downstairs cloakroom with w/c with wash hand basin. The kitchen/dining/family room is the hub the home with underfloor heating, wood burner and a pretty aspect looking over the front gardens. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted units topped with granite and quartz worksurfaces. A central island provides both additional worksurface space whilst also being utilised as a breakfast bar for 4 people. All of the appliances are integrated with a double electric oven, warming drawer, electric hob, dishwasher and wine fridge. The dining area can comfortably accommodate a table for eight to ten people, along with space for comfortable seating - making it a brilliant room for entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, is the utility room with additional storage, plumbing for both a washing machine and tumble dryer along with access to the front of the house. From the kitchen is the garden room, a fabulous dual aspect room with bi-folding doors and views onto the large patio and the gardens beyond. The room has an array of features with exposed stone walling and a vaulted ceiling, allowing an abundance of natural light. From the main hall is the formal sitting room with a wood burner as the focal point, a view over the front garden and exposed wooden beam. The sitting room is large enough to create a comfortable seating area along with a play area or home office area if desired. Stairs rise to the first floor which features three double bedrooms and the main family bathroom. The principal bedroom benefits from a wonderful aspect looking out over countryside, towards the village Church. This spacious double room also has the benefit of a fully tiled ensuite shower room with a large shower, toilet, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. Two further double bedrooms can be accessed from the landing, both being good sizes and having views. The fully tiled family bathroom comprises; a bath with shower above, toilet, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. Occupying the whole of the second floor is is a further spacious double bedroom with ensuite shower room. A dual aspect room with ample natural light and gorgeous countryside views. The arrangement of the bedrooms allow the option for the principal suite to be on either the first or second floor, leaving the remaining ensuite bedroom as a guest suite.Within the ground of the property is a one bedroom detached annex which has had multiple uses over the years, including additional accommodation for family and friends. The Annex is currently being used as an AirBnB which has proved popular over the years. The annex comprises an open plan, kitchen/dining/sitting room with an array of units, electric oven and hob and views to the front of the property. The bedroom is a spacious double with an ensuite shower room. To the front of the annex is a patio area, perfect for outside dining for guests with views of the village Church in the distance. OUTSIDEApproaching the property is the pretty front garden laid to lawn with trees, shrubs and flowers and pathway leading to the front door. A driveway provides off road parking for two to three cars. The generous, enclosed rear garden has been transformed by the current owners with a large area of lawn, raised beds, a wild flower meadow and wooden shed for storage. Bi-folding doors open from the garden room to reveal the beautifully finished patio with wooden pergola above, a wonderful social area for outside dining and entertaining. The gardens are enclosed with hedging and stone walling with an access gate between the house and annex.LOCATIONPriddy is a popular and vibrant village, centred around the village green and situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills, approximately 4 miles from Wells. The village boasts a Church, a well-supported public house, a primary school, village hall, farm shop with butchers and cafe, and is famed for its annual village fayre and folk festival as well as many other events throughout the year. There are numerous countryside walks from your doorstep including the National Trust run, Ebbor Gorge along with Deerleap offering panoramic views towards the Somerset coast.Nearby, the picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away. Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 20 miles away and easily accessible.TENUREFreeholdHEATINGOil fired central heatingSERVICESPrivate drainage via septic tank, mains water and electricity.LOCAL AUTHORITYSomerset CouncilCOUNCIL TAXBand 'D'EPC RATINGRating - To be confirmedVIEWINGStrictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: DIRECTIONSProceed out of Wells on the A39 Bristol Road. After approximately three miles, turn left signposted Priddy and continue until reaching the village for approx. 2 miles. Continue through the village, across the village green and past the church on your right hand side. Take the next right into Nine Barrows Lane where the property can be found a little further along on the right. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71660413
An imposing and exceptionally spacious six-bedroom Victorian era home of over 4200sq.ft, sitting within grounds of circa half an acre. This multi-faceted property boasts a wide range of quality outbuildings, from animal shelters to leisure and commercial in nature, offering all the space that a large family could need.ACCOMMODATION:Formal entry is found at the front elevation, where the truly imposing nature of this period villa is apparent, and the kerbside appeal is most evident. However, everyday access is likely to be from the rear, where our vendors have created a practical arrangement to suit busy family life. This entrance is sheltered by an oak-framed storm porch and opens into both the main reception hall and a boot room, to kick off those wet boots and clean muddy paws. The feeling of space and grandeur is immediately obvious from the high ceilings, wide staircase and cornicing in situ. All three reception rooms feature fireplaces and dual-aspect double glazed sash windows/doors, and the two principal sitting rooms retain wooden window shutters, ceiling roses and cornicing. The formal dining room is particularly impressive in its proportions and could easily host even the largest of family gatherings, while informal meals are easily catered for in the spacious kitchen/breakfast room, which is fitted with a bespoke range of stylish fitted wall and base cabinetry, including a centre island, granite worktops and twin bowl sink and drainer. Integral appliances include an oil-fired Aga, dishwasher, coffee machine and microwave, with further provisions for a Range style cooker and American style fridge/freezer. Completing the ground floor is the large and versatile utility room, hosting a plethora of everyday appliances and providing useful storage within a comprehensive range of fitted cabinetry. We envisage this also proving to be a great hobby space, with further work surfaces and drainer sink in place. An enclosed cloakroom to one corner provides a ground floor WC for guests.On the first floor, a wide and partially galleried landing leads to six bedrooms of fantastic proportions, most accommodating large beds, seating areas and a wide range of furniture, with space to spare. Even the 'smallest' sixth bedroom would offer a comfortable double room in the majority of households, while the exceptional master bedroom features a wide array of fitted furniture and a well-appointed en-suite shower room. A particularly generous family bathroom and a further shower room at the opposite end of the landing serve the remaining bedrooms. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71484236
A spacious and most impressive detached house, located on the edge of the village and at the end of a private drive that serves only three properties. This finely proportioned home was built in 2003 and includes two large reception rooms, a beautiful kitchen, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a study. Set within a plot of just over a third of an acre, there are well-tended gardens, ample off-road parking and an integral double garage. EPC rating C.A door to the front of the property opens into a light, airy and spacious hall, created by a double height ceiling and two timber framed double glazed windows (continued throughout) to the side. The hall also incorporates the staircase to the first floor, a built-in storage cupboard, access into the double garage and an external stable door to the rear garden. Also entered from the main hall is a downstairs WC, a useful utility room with a Belfast sink and a study, all of which have windows to the front of the property. The main sitting room is a fabulous, triple-aspect reception room with a vaulted ceiling and exposed trusses. This spacious room is perfect for families and for entertaining and includes a fireplace with an inset wood-burning stove, two sets of patio doors to the garden and two chandeliers. The kitchen has been upgraded by the current owners and is fitted with a range of contemporary floor and wall units. The addition of the central island provides extra cupboard and drawer space, hidden power points and a breakfast bar to one side. Within the kitchen, there are a range of integrated Neff appliances comprising a dishwasher, a microwave, an oven and an induction hob. Furthermore, there is a gas-fired Aga, under-unit and display lighting, space for an 'American style' fridge/freezer and another stable door to the garden. A set of double doors from the kitchen then open into the second reception room, presented as a living/dining room. This comfortable room is also triple-aspect, providing lots of natural light, including a set of patio doors to the garden. The living room has a wood burning stove, space for a large dining table and chairs and an inner door leading back to the main hall. On the first floor, a central landing has two Velux skylight windows (both with electrically operated blinds) and a further chandelier. There is a built-in airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder also accessed from the landing, as well as the staircase to the second floor with a cupboard beneath. The family bathroom is located on the first floor and is fitted with a matching white suite comprising a bath with shower mixer taps, a pedestal wash hand basin, a low level WC and a heated towel rail. There are four bedrooms on this level (three doubles and a single/home office). At either side are the two largest doubles, both of which are dual-aspect, with fitted wardrobes and well-appointed and fully tiled en-suite bathrooms with separate showers. On the second floor, this superb family home benefits from a further spacious double bedroom with two windows to the rear and two Velux skylight windows (all Velux windows other than landing have fitted manually-operated heat-resistant blinds). This bedroom is ideal as a guest suite, as it comes with its own large shower room both of these rooms also have storage cupboards built into the eaves.Manor End is in a tucked-away position at the end of a private drive on the northern edge of this sought-after village. Lying some 7 miles to the north-east of Wells, the village offers two good quality pubs, a primary school and a doctor's surgery. The village is well-placed for road links to other towns including the beautiful Georgian City of Bath which is only 14 miles to the north. Bath also boasts a mainline train station with connections to all parts of the country and there is also a mainline station to London Paddington at Castle Cary, which is just over 10 miles to the south. There are many sporting facilities within the area including various golf clubs and a short distance away is Babington House, a private members club and exclusive hotel which boasts excellent leisure facilities. There are several exceptional schools within the vicinity including Millfield, Downside, All Hallows and Wells Cathedral School to name but a few. A wide selection of major supermarkets can be found within the nearby market town of Shepton Mallet and in the city of Wells, which includes a Waitrose.The property occupies a generous plot measuring just over a third of an acre, with well-tended gardens surrounding three sides of the house. Approached via a stone chipped driveway leading into an area of private parking, there is ample space for several vehicles. The driveway leads to an integral double garage, which has two electric 'up and over' doors to the front, light, power, an inner door to the main hall, and also houses the Worcester boiler for the gas-fired central heating. With the property backing onto neighbouring agricultural land, the property is set in a peaceful position with a delightful rural outlook. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped and mainly laid to lawn with beautifully planted beds and borders, adding a range of colour. Directly behind the house is a large patio terrace, ideal for outdoor seating and al fresco dining. There is an additional section of patio in one corner of the garden, next to a summerhouse and set beside the neighbouring field. The gardens are enclosed by mature hedging and stone walling and include outside lighting, stone chipped pathways, two outside taps, two log stores, a garden shed, plus an outdoor greenhouse/garden room. Facing south, the rear gardens enjoy an abundance of sunshine throughout the day, as well as plenty of privacy. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70930014
Just completed, this impressive Grade II Listed barn conversion offers particularly well balanced, charming and generously appointed accommodation. With great attention to detail, this home briefly comprises a light and spacious entrance hall with oak staircase and oak doors off. There is a study with French door into the garden, a cloakroom, plant room, tv room/snug and a spacious sitting room with log burner, patio doors to the garden and a dual aspect. The hub of the home will undoubtedly be the stunning kitchen/dining room with vaulted ceiling, numerous wall and base units with Quartz work surfaces, built in appliances including a Range cooker, American style fridge/freezer, induction hob and a dishwasher. There is an island with space for seating and patio doors out to the garden. A door then leads to a large utility with further Bosch appliances, units with Quartz worktops and French door to the outside. On the first floor there is a landing with vaulted ceiling, the master bedroom has a dressing room off and stairs leading to a well appointed en suite. There are two further bedrooms, one with an en suite, the other being served by a family bathroom. An oak staircase then leads to the second floor, where the fourth bedroom can be found with bathroom adjacent.Tax Band F For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70910642
The Beacon is set in the centre of its own grounds and occupies a truly stunning position. This unlisted house is accessed by a delightful entrance driveway off the lane, providing an impressive sense of arrival with plenty of parking for several cars. Built in two stages from 1927 to 1934, The Beacon is a striking family home constructed of blue Lias stone with well-proportioned rooms, high ceilings and square bay windows, typical of its period. From the drive, steps lead to the porch, front door and open terrace areas which are on two sides of the house. Upon entering the house you are greeted by a light reception hall which leads through to the impressive dining room and drawing rooms at the front of the house, with beautiful wooden floors. French doors lead out onto a terrace which runs along the length of the house, taking full advantage of the breath taking views across the neighbouring landscape. Such is the lay out, orientation and size of the terrace that this is clearly a house that lends itself exceedingly well to entertaining. To the rear is the snug, with fitted bookshelves, wood panelling, window seat, Jetmaster fire and original oak flooring. To the west end of the house the recent addition of an oakwood conservatory with lantern roof further enhances the generous living space.The kitchen is at the heart of this home, with a large central island positioned in front of a two oven oil-fired Aga with adjacent electric Companion Aga (black), integrated microwave, Miele dishwasher and painted wooden wall and base units under granite and oak worktops. There is a useful separate utility room providing further space for storage and appliances, as well as a boot room with additional cloakroom and space and pluming for a washing machine and dryer. A downstairs guest cloakroom can be found just off the reception hall.A wooden staircase with feature window provides lots of natural light and an opportunity to admire the varying view towards woodland from another angle. The stairs lead up to the first floor where there are five well-presented double bedrooms, an additional shower room and family bathroom. Two bedrooms benefit from their own ensuite, with the principal bedroom enjoying fitted cupboards and dual aspect. From the fifth bedroom, there are stairs rising to the loft rooms and additional storage.A significant asset of this extensive property is the addition of the detached stone and cedar self-contained annexe. This modern building is presented in a contemporary style with double glazed aluminium windows, wood effect floors, marble pattern wet room, open-plan sitting room/bedroom and fitted kitchen with integrated Neff oven and space and connection for a washing machine and dryer. The annexe sits above a biomass boiler room, fuel store and double garage with electric doors. The inclusion of the biomass boiler, solar panels, inverter, battery and 2000 litre water tank ensure some favourable running costs. The space provides flexible accommodation options, ideal for an au pair, dependent relative, guest accommodation, home office or perhaps even a gym.Lasting impressions are of a versatile house that is very private and benefits from well-proportioned rooms and magnificent views. The Beacon offers the best of rural Somerset.GARDENS AND GROUNDS:One of the stand out features of The Beacon is its magnificent garden, orchards and woodland, a haven for a great variety of wildlife. The land adjoins Dundon Beacon Hillfort, an Iron Age Fort administered by the Somerset Wildlife Trust. The gardens around the house have been carefully landscaped with lawns and terraced areas to provide the best dining and entertaining opportunities whilst enjoying the views. Aside from the woodland and the old apple cider orchards, there is an abundance of mature trees at The Beacon including a loquat on the terrace, green and golden gages, cherry, magnolia, pear, fig and plum trees. To the front and side of the property, below the house and terraces, there is a large workshop, wood store, mower shed and greenhouse. Wooden stables and tack room near the paddock provide an opportunity to be modernised for equestrian use should one want to take advantage of the fantastic riding and bridleway network. In total the land extends to c.18 acres.SITUATIONThe picturesque nearby Somerset village of Compton Dundon lies between the two hills of Dundon Beacon and Lollover and is overlooked by the Polden Hills to the east and borders the levels and moors to the west. Compton, Dundon and Littleton share a range of community facilities including the church and cricket pitch in Dundon and post office, village hall and the Castlebrook pub in Compton. The Beacon is situated five miles north of Somerton and six miles south of Glastonbury. EDUCATION AND RECREATIONAL:The area is well known for its beauty and there is a network of footpaths which cross the countryside making it ideal for walking, cycling and riding. Water sports can be found at Sutton Bingham Reservoir (Yeovil), or on the south coast. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath, Taunton or Exeter and various golf courses including Long Sutton, Wheathill, Humberstone Heights Glastonbury and Sherborne. Theatres in Bath, Bristol, Yeovil and Sherborne. The Newt Country Estate and Bruton are also an easy drive. The Beacon is less than 5 minutes' drive from Millfield Senior and Prep school in Street, where the excellent Strode Sixth Form College can be found. Alternatively, there is King Ina Primary in Somerton, nearby Charlton Mackrell primary, Butleigh C of E primary school, Baltonsborough Primary and Crispin Senior School Street. Other independent schools include Hazlegrove Prep school, the Taunton schools, Kings Bruton, Wells Cathedral School, Sherborne Boys' and Sherborne Girls'. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70004258
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