4 bedroom house

Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7AB

Guide Price

£650,000

  • Status: FOR SALE SOLD UNDER OFFER
  • First Marketed: Jan 2022
  • Removed: Jul 2022
  • 0.5 acres
  • 4 beds

Residential Tags: N/A

Property Tags: N/A

Land Tags: Paddock

Summary Details

  • First Marketed: Jan 2022
  • Removed: Jul 2022
  • Residential Tags: N/A
  • Property Tags: N/A
  • Land Tags: Paddock
A quintessential English country cottage offering charm and character within Lower Somerton. Having been adapted by the current owners in past years, the opportunity for flexible living accommodation with an array of external outdoor areas and outbuildings.

Property Description


This home is a truly unique property offering extremely flexible accommodation. The internal accommodation as a whole essentially offers three reception rooms, sun room, garden room, two kitchens, three bathrooms and four bedrooms. Outside, the property sits on approximately 0.5 acres and provides intrigue and interest through every area of the garden from the mature planting, garage and workshops to the swimming pool and paddock.




Ground Floor


The property is entered from the side and you walk straight into the hall which has a flagstone floor with a door leading into the useful shower room which is great if you have children or pets. There is also a utility room which provides great storage for coats and boots. The kitchen is a true 'country kitchen' and is the hub of this home creating a beautiful space to become creative with cooking or entertaining family and friends. There is a range of wall and base cupboards with a peninsular unit adding to the worktop space and storage. There is a range of integrated appliances including a dishwasher, gas and electric range cooker and a two-oven Rayburn which will all remain as part of the sale.

Through the archway there is a beautiful hand built dresser which is a lovely feature providing further charm to this home.




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The hall which runs the spine of the house leads you into the dining room and again has a lovely flagstone floor and a feature inglenook fireplace with breast and beam over, wood burner, half height timber panelling and two windows to the north elevation.

Toward the end of the hall there is a further reception room which is set up as the owners winter sitting room. Having an exposed stone wall, flagstone floor which has electric underfloor heating and wood burner creating a cosy and inviting space.

There is a further inner hallway with a timber floor which the owner utilises as an office space but again could provide further storage if required. At the end of this room there is a cellar area which also provides an external door to the front of the house. Due to the nature of the site, the external walls in cellar are below ground level.




First Floor


The stairs are accessed via the dining room and on the first floor is a landing with a hatch to the roof space. To the left of the staircase is a bedroom currently used as the principle bedroom which has dual aspect windows, cast iron fireplace and built in wardrobes. Adjoining this bedroom is the family bathroom which is fitted with a white suite with both floor and wall tiling and attractive timber panelling. To the right of the stairs you will find bedroom three which has views towards the north of the property which again has the benefit of built in storage space and a cast iron fireplace.

From the main landing you can access the linen store/hall which is where you are able to separate the 'annex' accommodation should the new owners wish. From here you will find bedroom two which has a useful ensuite shower room and dual aspect windows to the front and side of the property.




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There is a kitchen which is fitted with a range of wall and base units, electric stove, fridge/freezer and door that leads into the fourth bedroom/ annex sitting room. Adjoining the annex sitting room is a sun room which offers triple aspect with French doors to the rear garden making it the perfect place to entertain family and friends all year round.

Back to the main landing there are double doors that enter into the garden room, with double aspect and two sets of French doors opening into the garden. The owner uses this room as her 'summer sitting room' as it enjoys the southern aspect of the home and is a calming place to sit and relax on an evening.




Outside


Outside, this garden is a true delight with areas to entertain and intrigue all the family. Toward the side and rear of this home there is a patio seating area which was recently laid and maximises the seating options and enjoys views towards toward Somerton town centre and the property's wildlife pond. From the patio you can access the upper garage workshop via a short walkway and also the potting sheds. Both of these areas offer the new owners an opportunity to become creative and could utilise the spaces into a studio, office or ancillary accommodation to the main house. There is a level lawn area boarded by an abundance of mature planting and steps that lead onto the decking area.




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The decked entertainment area is a real gem. There is an above ground swimming pool, hot tub, summer house and seating area which is where the new owners will enjoy spending their summers. From the decking area you find the paddock which has a variety of fruit tree and is screened with laurel hedging. There is a useful access gate at the rear of the paddock which is currently blocked. At the front of the property you will find ample parking, with a driveway offering space for multiple cars, and a double garage accessed via sliding doors.




Situation


The historic Anglo-Saxon market town of Somerton is reputed to be the ancient capital of Wessex. The town offers an excellent selection of day-to-day facilities including shopping outlets, antiques, arts guild, several public houses, artisan bakery, wine shop, restaurants, and a 14th century church.
The town has a thriving arts community with the Old Town Hall now houses the ACEArts Gallery and craft shop which presents a varied, stimulating programme of exhibitions and related events throughout the year.
A more comprehensive range of amenities can be found in the local towns of Taunton or Yeovil, both of which are accessible by car and bus. For families, there is a recreational ground, which includes rugby, football, lawn bowls, tennis, children's play area, skate park, outdoor gym and a sports and social club.




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There is a good selection of both private and state schools in the locality which include, King Ina Academy, Huish Episcopi Primary and Secondary school, and Millfield school in nearby Street.

The mainline railway stations are located in Castle Cary, Yeovil and Taunton. The A303 is approximately 4.5 miles and links London with the South West. The M5 motorway can be joined at junction 23 which is approximately 19 miles.




General Information


Tenure - Freehold
Services – Mains Electric, Mains Water, Mains Drainage, LPG
Local Authority - South Somerset Council
Postcode – TA11 7AB
Council Tax –
EPC rating - G
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the Vendors agent Killens

Please note the land plan is not to Scale - For Identification Purposes Only




Marketed by: Killens, Somerton

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