A truly 'one of a kind' four / five bedroom country home with a double garage and gorgeous gardens, set in an enviable location within the village of Shipham. The property offers generous, versatile living accommodation that radiates warmth of character and offers huge appeal to those looking for a large family home to enjoy.
2300 sq ft Extended Cottage
Four / Five Bedrooms
Four Reception Rooms
Two Bathrooms & En suite
Generous Gardens
Double Garage & Parking For Several Vehicles
Picturesque Location
EPC Rating D / Council Tax E / Freehold
Shipham is a highly sought after village nestled beautifully within the surrounding Somerset countryside. An area of outstanding natural beauty, ideally situated for those with a keen interest in outdoor pursuits. Within walking distance of the property, access is available onto the Mendip Hills providing excellent walking, horse riding and mountain biking opportunities with many other pursuits on offer in the local area. Nearby is the local Church of St Leonard's, which traces its foundations back to the mid 13th century and other village amenities including: General Store/Butcher, Public House/Hotel, Garage and the village Hall offering an exceptional range of activities. A more comprehensive range of facilities are on offer in the village of Winscombe. With education very much in mind for some there is an excellent range of schools serving the local community with primary education available in Shipham.
From Winscombe village centre with Farrons office on the right hand side proceed to the junction with Woodborough Road. Go straight ahead up through the village bearing left at the top onto Sidcot Lane. Proceed to the traffic lights and turn left onto the Bridgwater Road (A38). After approximately half a mile turn right onto Broadway, signposted to Shipham. At the 'T' junction in Shipham turn right onto Turnpike Road and opposite the village convenience shop turn left onto Hollow Road. The property will then be found on your left-hand side at the top of the road, just before the fork in the road. Follow the road to the left and the entrance to the driveway will then be found on your left.
Upvc double glazed window and solid wood door to front. Tiled flooring. Glazed window and door to:
Welcoming entrance hall with open access to the rear lobby, carpeted stairs to first floor and doors to reception rooms and kitchen.
Glazed French doors to the rear entrance hall. A useful space for a study or reading area.
A gorgeous reception room with exposed beams, double glazed window to front, wood flooring and a stone built feature fireplace.
An attractive reception room, flooded with natural light with a stone built Inglenook fireplace. Stairs to Bedroom 5 / Studio. Door to:
Double glazed window overlooking the garden to the rear. Exposed beams and stone walls.
Dual aspect double glazed windows to the rear and side, overlooking the garden. Door to rear entrance hall. Extensive fitted kitchen with built-in double oven and gas hob, an Aga and space for further appliances.
Double glazed window and door to rear garden. Tiled flooring. Built-in double cupboard. Door to:
A large utility room with a range of wall and base units, a sink, space and plumbing for appliances, tiled flooring and a double glazed window to side. Door to:
Double glazed window to rear. Part-tiled walls and tiled flooring. WC.
Attractive landing providing access to four of the bedrooms and the main bathroom. Double glazed window to front. Loft access.
Double glazed window to front. Carpeted flooring. Door to:
Large en suite with a contemporary finish that includes a bath, separate walk-in double shower cubicle, WC, wash basin housed in a vanity unit, heated towel radiator, tiled walls and flooring. Double glazed window to rear.
Dual aspect double glazed windows to the rear and side elevations. Exposed beam. Carpeted flooring.
Double glazed window to front. Exposed beam, Carpeted flooring.
Double glazed window to rear. Carpeted flooring. Exposed beam.
Accessible from the stairwell between the snug and the dining room. Part vaulted ceiling with Velux window and carpeted flooring.
Another spacious bathroom with separate walk-in double shower cubicle, bath, WC, wash basin, heated towel radiator, tiled walls and carpeted flooring. Double glazed window to rear.
A natural stone wall borders Hollow Road with gated access to the front lawn and pathway to the entrance porch.
A driveway from Hollow Road enters from the left-hand side at the rear of the plot, with ample turning space and parking for several vehicles. The double garage has an up and over door to front and pedestrian door to the side.
A fabulous, remarkably private rear garden with several seating areas to take full advantage of the sunshine throughout the day. A credit to its current owner, with thoughtful landscaping, a raised lawn, greenhouse and planting throughout that really comes into its own during the Spring & Summer months!
Council Tax Band: E Tenure: Freehold Property Type: Terraced House Property Construction: Stone & Block Render Electricity: Yes Water: Yes Sewerage: Mains Heating: Gas boiler Broadband Type: Fibre Solar Panels: Panels generating income of averagely 700 per annum Building Safety Concerns: No Restrictions, Rights & Easements: Access to Chestnuts sewerage trap Flood Risk: No Coastal Erosion Risk: No Planning Permission: No Accessibility / Adaptations: No Coalfield / Mining Area: Yes