6 bedroom house

Little Ireland is a charming period family house situated on the edge of Wedmore, a pretty village situated in the heart of the Somerset levels. Dating from 1845, it retains a wealth of period features that lend real character to this lovely family home.A pretty pathway bordered by lavender leads to the front door set beneath an archetypal Victorian porch.



An attractive entrance hall, complete with an original flagstone floor that extends throughout the ground floor, opens to two reception rooms and the kitchen/dining area in the heart of the house. Both the sitting room and the primary reception room are defined by oak beams that grace the ceilings – one features a fireplace within a charming stone surround, built-in illuminated cupboards and a charming window seat – the other is warmed by a pretty wood burning stove that sits in the chimney breast. Both rooms enjoy beautiful views of the front gardens. The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric 2 oven aga, granite worktops, a Belfast sink and a built-in larder. Exposed red brick, whitewashed stone walls, oak beams and lintels set above the windows bring real character and authenticity to this wonderful room. The dining area off the kitchen is no less charming and offers the perfect place to entertain. Beyond these rooms is a fabulous double height family room (originally the cider pressing room) with beams that soar to the apex of the ceiling. A Jotul wood burning stove sits within the chimney breast beneath an oak lintel. Finishing the ground floor is a well sited utility room adjacent to the kitchen and a cloakroom with a walk-in shower. Modern touches include a direct connection to Truespeed and double glazing in many of the windows.



On the first floor there are four bedrooms and a family bathroom. An additional flight of stairs rises to the second floor and two further bedrooms and a bathroom. With six bedrooms and three bathrooms (one on the ground floor) the accommodation is extremely flexible, and the second floor would make an excellent principle bedroom suite with an en-suite bathroom and dressing room if desired. There is also potential to make one of the bedrooms a home office. All the bedrooms are well proportioned; some feature extra wide stripped timber floorboards, others painted timber boards. An original Victorian fireplace lights up bedroom two whilst the attic rooms benefit from built-in cupboards that offer copious quantities of storage space. The bathrooms are furnished with traditional fixtures and fittings and heated towel rails – one has a bath tub, the other a generous shower.



Outside

This lovely family home sits entirely within its own land that extends to approximately 1.5 acres. Adjacent to the house is an attractive terrace that sits in the shade of a fig tree and offers the perfect place to enjoy views of the garden. Also adjoining the house is a timber lean-to (or rear porch) that provides shelter to a terrace and offers the perfect place for a log store or table tennis table. The garden to the front of the house is mostly laid to lawn, enriched by a variety of mature trees and shrubs that include Bay, Fig, Yew, Hollyhock and bamboo and framed by an attractive mature beech hedge. To the right of the driveway are a cluster of apple trees that provide shade for a chicken coop that lies alongside several summer fruit patches and raised beds ideal for growing vegetables. Further afield, gates open to a 1 acre paddock with a mains water feed. Alongside the paddock is a substantial fully functionable ‘shed’ that has been fully insulated and constructed with a tiled roof.



Situation

Little Ireland is perfectly situated in a peaceful rural location yet only a mile outside of Wedmore. This historic Saxon village has a wealth of local amenities and a good selection of shops. The village also has three public houses and several clubs that include Wedmore Golf Club, Wedmore Opera, a thriving W.I., football, tennis, bowls, and a cricket club. There is a doctor's surgery and a dental surgery in the village and there are active children's groups such as Scouts, Cubs, Brownies and Guides.



Close by is Wells, the smallest Cathedral city in England offering all the usual amenities that include several banks, doctors’ surgeries, dentists and a selection of primary schools. The High Street is vibrant with a small selection of chain stores such as Waterstones, and a variety of independent shops, restaurants and pubs. The Laundry offers beautiful women's wear, and the Queen Street Deli is well known for it’s amazing range of cheeses, breads and chocolates. There is a twice weekly market and a choice of supermarkets including Waitrose. At the very heart of the city is the stunning medieval Cathedral, Bishop’s Palace with its superb garden and Vicars’ Close (reputed to be the oldest surviving residential street in Europe).Culturally, Wells is fast becoming the South West's go-to place for festivals with the annual food and literary festivals and its comedic and theatre events. The cafe culture within the Market Place offers a wonderful opportunity to sit and watch the world go by. Tables and chairs adorn the cobbled square with popular destinations such as the Bishop's Eye wine bar/restaurant and Number 21 Cafe offering all day dining. With both the Cathedral School and the Cathedral itself there are endless opportunities for musical concerts, and there are regular shows in the Little Theatre and the Cinema.Other local attractions include Cheddar Gorge and Burnham and Berrow beach.



Transport links are excellent - both Bath (21 miles) and Bristol (22 miles) are within commuting distance and there is a main line railway station with links to London in Castle Cary 13 miles away. There are also stations in Yatton and Highbridge, Taunton and Bristol. The A38 allows a direct link to Bristol Airport just 14 miles away and the Junction 22 on the M5 just 10 miles away. Street and Glastonbury are 20 minutes away.



Schools

There are several first rate Independent schools in the area that include the Wells Cathedral School, Millfield Prep and senior schools, Downside School and All Hallows Preparatory School. Local state schools include Wells Blue, Wedmore First school, Sexey’s middle school in Blackford and Kings of Wessex Community School in Cheddar.



Directions

Postcode BS28 4BJ

What three words: stuff.unroll.tomato

From the church in the centre of Wedmore, head south west onto Sand Road for 0.1 mile – turn right onto W End then almost immediately left onto Plud Street. Continue for 0.7 miles and Little Ireland is on the left hand side.



ServicesMains water electricity and private drainageOil central heating



TenureFreehold



Local AuthoritySedgemoor District Council



Council tax band E

EPC – N/A



Viewings by appointment only



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