3 bedroom house

A three bedroom semi detached period property with characterful and well presented accommodation. This charming home features delightful views together with the stunning rear garden which extends to approximately 0.29 of an acre. Situated on the edge of the sought after village of Montacute.

11 Bishopston comprises a characterful, period home dating back to the 1800’s which was formerly the village Haberdashery shop. The spacious and well presented accommodation is now set over three storeys and the property has been aptly named ‘A Room with a View’ owing to the beautiful views over Montacute House and the surrounding countryside.

The property seamlessly blends original features with modern elements to create a most appealing family home situated in a delightful setting on the edge of Montacute.

The accommodation comprises an initial entrance porch with tiled floor opening to the internal hallway with storage cupboard and solid oak flooring which extends through to the sitting and dining rooms.

The two reception rooms are separated by a modern solid oak glazed bi-folding door which allows plenty of natural light to flow through the space. The dining room features a front aspect bay window with a built in window seat and white wooden shutters. Both rooms feature matching natural stone fireplaces with a multi- fuel burner installed in the sitting room.

The kitchen is a light and airy space with two windows at the side aspect, a double glazed stable style door opening to the rear and exposed stonework features. Recently updated by the current owners, the kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base units with a wooden worktop over, range style gas cooker with extractor along with an integrated under counter fridge, space for a dishwasher and easy access to a large under stairs storage cupboard.

Stairs rise to the first floor where an initial landing between split level stairs leads to the family bathroom. This has been finished to a high standard offering a relaxing and luxurious place to unwind with a freestanding cast iron roll top bath, fully tiled floor with a wet room style shower area and underfloor heating.

The spacious and naturally light master bedroom is most definitely a room with a view, as the two front aspect windows overlook the magnificent Montacute House. An internal focal point is the ornamental cast iron fireplace, a lovely characterful feature which is matched in the neighbouring bedroom.

The second bedroom is a further good sized double room with a rear aspect window offering a lovely outlook along the garden and out to St. Michaels Hill beyond.

A further flight of stairs rises to the second floor which contains a third double bedroom featuring wooden ceiling beams along with plenty of eaves storage, offering an ideal space to be utilized as a work from home office. Two newly fitted Velux windows provide a stunning view down the rear garden and perfectly frame the backdrop of St. Michaels Hill.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that all mains services are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

South Somerset District Council—Band C.

The property is situated close to the heart of the popular village of Montacute, home of the National Trust owned Montacute House. The village itself justifiably lies within a conservation area and benefits from amenities including a shop, post office, fuel station, pub and hotel, church and village hall. The commercial centre of Yeovil is just 4 miles away with a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities on offer. Transport links are good with the A303 trunk road just 2 miles distant and train stations within Yeovil offering regular rail services to London (Waterloo), Exeter and Bristol.

At the front of the property is a courtyard area enclosed by wrought iron fencing with a path leading to the front door. A side gate opens to a gravelled path providing easy access into the rear garden.

The rear garden is an incredible feature of the property, extending to approximately 0.29 of an acre which has been separated into several areas and backs onto open countryside at the top of the garden.

Immediately behind the property is a gravelled courtyard with a stone outbuilding which has space and plumbing for appliances and provides an ideal utility room/store. There is also a log store and outside tap.

Steps rise to a gravelled terrace offering an ideal spot for alfresco dining and being surrounded by planted borders.

The remainder of the garden is predominately laid to grass with a raised planted border running along one side which also includes a range of fruit bushes together with a large wooden shed and a large vegetable growing area.

At the top of the garden a further area has been created, tucked away behind laurel hedging which features a range of mature trees and fruit trees. This delightful tranquil space is a wildlife haven with the recent addition of a summerhouse offering a quiet spot to enjoy all the garden has to offer.

Agents Note: The adjoining property benefits from a pedestrian right of access down the path at the side of the house and across the rear of 11 Bishopston.

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