A striking detached house occupying an elevated position with far reaching views of open countryside. This attractive period house is of rendered brick elevations under a pitched tiled roof. The property offers generous room proportions extending to just under 3,500 sq ft and has a light an airy feel to it. The layout is such that you could create an annexe to accommodate a dependant relative or for additional income if required. The accommodation benefits from oil fired central heating and double glazing throughout and briefly comprises a fabulous vaulted entrance hall with Parquet flooring and a beautiful staircase rising to the first floor. From here access can be gained to all principal reception rooms, namely a triple aspect dining room enjoying views of the gardens and open countryside beyond. Adjoining is a modern kitchen with 2 pantry's, island with granite work surface and a number of integral appliances and a rear lobby gives access to a second reception room/bedroom, together with a utility, separate shower room and garden room to the rear. At the far end of the house is a fabulous triple aspect sitting room with open fireplace set in a stone surround containing a log burning stove, a W.C. and boot room. Upstairs are three double bedrooms, two enjoying en-suites and the master has a triple aspect taking full advantage of the views. To fully appreciate the position and size of this superb residence a viewing is highly recommended.The property is situated in the small hamlet of Eastcombe which lies about half a mile from the rural centre of Bishops Lydeard where a good range of facilities can be found to include primary schooling, a modern health centre, pub, mini supermarket, stores, vet and farm shop. The County town of Taunton is only about 6 miles away where a good range of shopping, recreational and scholastic facilities will be found together with M5 interchange and rail link to London Paddington. The Quantock Hills which are designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within two miles of the property where some beautiful bridle and footpaths will be found and where excellent views are afforded generally over the Vale of Taunton Deane and to the Bristol Channel to the north.enjoying fine views. The lawned gardens continue around to the side and the front of the property where there is a fabulous sun terrace, perfect for alfresco dining and summer entertaining and enjoying a south westerly aspect. From here steps lead down to a further area of lawn which gently slopes away, all contained within natural hedgerow boundaries. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71222090
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Stepping through the front door into the entrance hall, the history and individuality of this captivating home is immediately evident. The reception hall features a recessed fireplace and cast-iron stove, with a hidden disused staircase secreted behind stripped pine doors. The bright south facing sitting room has a more modern feel with rustic brick hearth and timber mantle. What was once the cow stall is now the dining room with wooden flooring, feature fireplace, and space for dining table and other furniture. Across the hall is the beautifully finished, hand-built kitchen with solid granite worksurfaces, fitted with a range of wall and base units, an Aga, Belfast sink, and integrated appliances. The kitchen, which looks out over the back garden to the Mendip Hills, opens into a breakfast area providing space for a dining table and benefits from a door and window to the front of the property. A tranquil garden/craft room, a useful boot room/utility and a cloakroom complete the main living area downstairs in the main part of the house.The four individual double bedrooms, which have a stripped back contemporary feel but with the warmth of well-loved period home, are upstairs. There is a smart en-suite shower room to one of the bedrooms and the other three bedrooms share a family bathroom. There is ample storage and the potential to connect through to the annexe.The property benefits from two annexes. The integral annexe is accessed via the kitchen and boot room, and via an external door to the rear of the property. The light, spacious, double bedroom is on the ground floor with en-suite facilities. Stairs lead up to a living space which has potential for a kitchen area. There is a annexe in the front garden which offers possible income from air B&B or could possibly provide home office or studio facilities. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i70215917
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
A unique opportunity to acquire an outstanding 5 bedroom family home set in gardens and grounds of 4.25 Acres occupying a peaceful and private rural position on the Southern edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. EPC: GThe sale of Callows Farm offers purchasers a unique opportunity to acquire a versatile family home that would suit multi generational living or provide an income stream to those wishing to take this route. The property has been in the same family ownership since 1974 and during the whole of this time has been much loved and enjoyed but is now available for others to create their dream home. The main part of the house dates from 1975 and is traditionally constructed of hamstone and rendered blockwork set beneath a thatched roof with leaded light windows set into hamstone mullions. The accommodation is light and welcoming with excellent ceiling heights and briefly comprises a fine double aspect reception hall, perfectly designed for a piano, leading through to a superb drawing room with a lovely open aspect and massive stone fireplace with oil fired stove. The kitchen/dining room is another light double aspect room with flagstone flooring and oil fired Aga. From here steps lead to the rear hall/utility area with doors either side to the garden and to the cottage. A fine oak staircase leads to the first floor landing with long range views across the garden and surrounding countryside. The master suite is extremely generous comprising a dressing area, bright double aspect bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a former doorway to the cottage. Two further double bedrooms and a single, together with a shower room complete the main accommodation. This part of the property benefits from oil fired central heating, supplemented by an oil fired stove in the drawing room and Aga in the kitchen.The cottage is currently occupied as an independent unit but could readily be re-connected to the main house depending on the buyer's needs. Stone built beneath a thatched roof, this is the most delightful living space, steeped in character, offering a kitchen/dining room with inglenook and inset Rayburn, potential study area, utility room and cosy sitting room, with a generous bedroom and bathroom on the first floor.Callows Farm is peacefully located in a private elevated position on the Southern edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounded by glorious unspoilt countryside and within easy reach of the small villages of Buckland St Mary, Horton and Broadway and Combe St Nicholas. All three provide a good range of local amenities with primary schools, shops and community halls hosting village activities. The traditional market towns of Chard and Ilminster, both about 6 miles distant, are easily accessed providing a choice of major supermarkets, independent retailers, educational and leisure facilities. The County town of Taunton is some 12 miles to the North offering a choice of independent schools. Road and rail links are excellent with the A303 and M5 within easy reach and an intercity service to Paddington (1 hour 40 mins) available at Taunton. There are international airports at Exeter (25 miles) and Bristol (45 miles) and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast is some 18 miles to the South at Lyme Regis.The gardens and grounds form the perfect setting for this incredibly special family home nestled into the hillside and surrounded by unspoilt countryside. The property is approached over a long driveway that winds uphill to a large open fronted garage and parking area. The driveway then continues uphill to a small range of outbuildings of mainly stone, block and tiled construction, all in need of a little repair, but suitable for a variety of uses. A paved terrace runs the length of the house on the Southern side beyond which are sweeping lawns interspersed with a wealth of mature shrubs and bounded by established hedgerows. To the right of the driveway is a small orchard and soft fruit garden and beyond this two enclosures of rough pasture. The whole area extends to an estimated 4.25 Acres as indicated on the attached land plan. A further enclosure of 1.5 Acres is available by separate negotiation.Note: A public footpath crosses the property. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses/for-sale_i71161420
Built in 2008 from local stone under a slate roof, this exclusive development consists of just 14 detached Georgian style properties that are quietly positioned around a large central green. Being a no through road, the location is notable for its peace and tranquillity yet is also within easy reach of numerous local amenities. With a large south facing rear garden and a flexible layout with a total of seven bedrooms set over three floors, there is plenty of space for a growing family or those wishing to accommodate guests in great comfort.This very light and bright house has benefitted recently from a significant programme of redecoration that has included an upgrade of the kitchen, which is now presented in immaculate condition. A David Salisbury garden room with under floor heating, located just off the kitchen, is also a relatively recent addition that provides the perfect spot to take in the extensive rear garden. Cream carpets and neutral decor prevail throughout, providing the perfect blank canvas for the next occupant. The front door opens to a good size entrance hallway, with discreet cloakroom and access to the downstairs rooms. Of particular note is the double aspect sitting room with Hamstone fireplace and hearth with inset Jetmaster wood burning stove providing a central focal point and ensuring a cosy atmosphere. French doors with side lights open to a Victorian style veranda and paved terrace, perfect for outside entertaining or evening drinks. Glazed doors open to the rear aspect dining room, which would work just as well as a snug. A door leads back to the entrance hall off which is the excellent sized kitchen/breakfast room. French doors open to the garden room, which has a further set of double doors to the garden. Off the kitchen is the utility room. Also on this floor is a good size front aspect study, which would work just as well as a dining room if required.From the hallway, stairs rise to the first floor where there are four bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom has an ensuite with twin basins and generous shower. Bedroom two has an ensuite shower, plus there is a family bathroom, with hot water cylinder and a rear facing study, which could also be bedroom five if required. Stairs rise to the second floor where there is a bathroom and two further spacious bedrooms with super far-reaching views across the green, rooftops, the church and countryside beyond.GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe property sits back from the road and is approached via double wrought iron gates to a driveway with ample turning and parking space, plus a detached double garage with personal door, power, light and an electric up and over door. The gardens primarily lie to the rear of the property and are completely enclosed by mature mixed native hedging and fencing. There is a substantial area of lawn, with some well stocked borders. Form and shade are provided by a selection of trees including a pear tree, two flowering cherry trees, a crab apple and two plum trees amongst others. Garden storage is provided by a timber shed, plus there is a good size summer house with power. Adjacent is the oil tank concealed by a fence. For convenience there is an outside tap and lighting. The front of the house is enclosed by a low stone wall with wrought iron fencing and pedestrian gate leading to the front door, around which is an attractive arched wrought iron porch with trellis sides intertwined with a climbing rose.The lasting impression is of a beautifully presented, light and bright house offering much space and flexibility that would be ideal for a family, in a very quiet and convenient location.SITUATIONThe village with an active community, has a post office/general store, public houses, village hall, St Nicholas church and thriving pre-school and first school. Just 1 mile away is the village of Stalbridge also with many amenities. Sherborne is a short drive away with its range of traditional shops and historic Abbey, while other towns within easy reach include the historic market town of Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Wincanton, Blandford and Yeovil.This part of the South West has changed little in recent years with the green fields being broken up by woodland and pretty villages. Despite the unspoilt countryside, communications in this part of the country are excellent with the A303, A357 and A30, within easy reach and mainline stations at Templecombe and Sherborne to London, Waterloo. EDUCATIONThe area is particularly noted for the high quality of its schools including independent schools such as Sherborne School for Girls, Sherborne School for Boys, Sherborne Preparatory School, Hazlegrove, Port Regis, Leweston and Bruton Schools along with highly regarded state schools at Sherborne and Gillingham, plus good local pre-school and first schools.SPORTING AND RECREATIONThere are numerous golf courses within easy motoring distance including Sherborne and Yeovil. Racing at Wincanton, Salisbury, Bath and Exeter. Water sports on the Dorset coast (about 30 miles) or on Sutton Bingham Reservoir near Yeovil. Riding, cycling and walking on an extensive network of bridleways and footpaths. Theatres at Salisbury, Yeovil and Bath. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i71463896
Handsome former gate house and gardens (further land available) DescriptionPark Lodge dates back to about 1840, having originally served as a gate house to Coker Court, a fine 15th century manor house in the village nearby. The original house has attractive local Hamstone and Staffordshire brick elevations under a decorative tiled roof and the new extension joins the original building seamlessly, with part Ham stone and part oak timber cladding. Having recently been significantly extended, the building now provides spacious, well arranged accommodation over three floors, with a nice mix of period features including fireplaces. Sought after contemporary elements such as new oak flooring, air source heat pump, under floor heating and modern insulation can be found throughout the home. Notable rooms include the fabulous family size kitchen with hand built kitchen and island, electric AGA and bi-fold doors framing the delightful countryside views. A well appointed utility room houses white goods and boot room storage options along with adjoining shower room and WC. The sitting room has an open fireplace and added feature of a 'well' which can be viewed through the bespoke glass and lighting. The water can be drawn from outside to please the gardeners. On the first floor is a luxurious principal bedroom with sizeable en suite, a further bedroom bedroom with en suite feature double basin and larger shower. Two further bedrooms share a superbly appointed family shower room.OutsideThe property is approached from the country road through an impressive Hamstone gateway with pillars and gates providing separate vehicular and pedestrian access points. The private drive is laid with gravel and leads to the Heritage style oak framed double garage to the east of the plot which leads to a private area of woodland. Additional land to the north is available to purchase, consisting of an attractive field of about 5.93 acres which slopes gently down to the lane where there is separate access. The garden is mostly laid to lawn with an attractive stone wall retaining the upper, south side of the garden which leads up to a larger raised area of lawn bordering the Coker Court parkland. On the eastern flank of the house leading out from the kitchen is a large terrace overlooking farmland and the village below.LocationThe house sits in an elevated position on the edge of East Coker, a sought after village on the Somerset, Dorset border. The village has an excellent range of facilities including the Helyar Arms public house, a coffee shop, farm shop, primary school and the Saxon church of St Michael. There is a village hall and recreation ground offering sports. The Abbey town of Sherborne and the larger town of Yeovil are both within easy reach and provide mainline railway access to London Waterloo. The well renowned schools of Sherborne, Hazlegrove and Leweston are all within easy reach, with the schools in Bruton accessible via train links in Yeovil.Sutton Bingham Reservoir is 2.5 miles and the Dorset Coast at West Bay 20 miles.Square Footage: 3,048 sq ft DirectionsFrom Yeovil - from Babylon Hill roundabout take the second exit going straight over. Continue on Sherborne Road through Yeovil and keep right onto Reclkeford, at the roundabout continue straight onto Queensway then take the second exit at Horsey Roundabout. Keep straight onto West Coker Road for approx 1 mile. Turn left at Camp Road then continue onto Primrose Hill. Take a left onto Halves lane, follow this road then take a right onto Penn Lane. The property will be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices Mains water and electricity. Air Source Heat Pump. Multi fuel Stove. Private drainage. Please note that the working condition of any of the services or kitchen appliances have not been checked by the agents.Council Tax Band F For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_somerset-r741754/for-sale_i71589376
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