Hare Lane, Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset, TA20 3JT

A beautifully presented detached family home occupying a stunning position with outstanding views of open countryside.

Finished to a high stand with a superb open plan design, a substantial detached garage, private gardens and sun terrace.

THE PROPERTY Highfield House is an immaculately presented 3/4 bedroom detached family home, one of just two built in 2015 with natural stone design features.

Nestled at the end of a private no-through lane, it offers peace, seclusion, and far-reaching countryside views within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, being just a short distance to local amenities on offer in the neighbouring villages.

The beautifully presented accommodation is accessed via the entrance porch with attractive stone tiled flooring and cloak hanging to one side.

The main hall leads along to all the rooms with polished oak flooring and attractive panelling. Staircase seen to the far end, built-in store cupboard.

The kitchen is exceptionally spacious and light and has been designed to incorporate a comprehensive range of painted wall and base units providing excellent storage.

A range of integrated appliances include, Quooker hot water tap, dishwasher, double electric oven and grill with induction hob over and extractor hood above.

A ceramic sink and drainer set withing solid oak work surfaces that extends across to a large workstation and breakfast bar. A house keepers’ cupboard is seen opposite.

Overlooking the French doors at the end of the room is a breakfast dining area with fabulous views out across the terrace and garden with open countryside views beyond.

Polished oak flooring continues into the sitting room.

A central feature to the room is an attractive brick edged fireplace housing a wood burning stove set on a stone heath with an oak mantle surround.

French doors open out to the sun terrace and garden area. All the window and doors include attractive plantation shutters giving further features to the rooms.

The utility room includes a range of wall and base units with space for a washing machine and dryer with a stainless steel sink over set within oak work tops. A WC/cloakroom is seen off to the side.

The study / bedroom 4 includes oak flooring and a large window looking out to the rear enclosed sun terrace. The ground floor is underfloor heated and zoned.

On the first floor landing a large airing cupboard with access to the loft seen above. A skylight allows natural light into the staircase area.

The principal bedroom is spacious and light featuring a Juliet balcony with elevated panoramic views of the countryside. An ensuite shower room is off to one side.

Bedroom 2 includes a feature panelled wall with views out across the front area. Bedroom three includes a sky light and a further window out to the side.

The main family bathroom is beautifully appointed with stylish tiling and flooring. A separate cubicle shower and a free-standing ball and claw roll top bath.

Panelling continues along with access into eve storage. A heated towel rail completes the design. The first floor is heated by electric thermostatically controlled radiators.

GARDENS The property is found at the far end of a private unmade farm track and is entered through double wooden 5 bar gates.

A separate pedestrian gateway to the far side gives access to a public footpath that runs along the far boundary. The driveway has been upgraded and continues up to the detached double garage.

There is parking for several cars. The garage is spacious with electric and power and lighting and space for a work bench with extensive overhead storage.

The main garden is seen to the front of the property and is screened by close board panelled fencing with a variety of established ornamental shrubs and hedging.

A central lawn area is bordered by a raised border. An attractive stone tiled sun terrace extends from the house to include an awning offering shade.

The stone terracing continues around the side of the house to the rear to a further enclosed terrace / BBQ and entertaining area. Access out to the driveway is seen at the end.

SITUATION Highfield House occupies an idyllic countryside position tucked away at the end of no thru drive with stunning views out across glorious Somerset countryside.

The property is located between the popular villages of Broadway and Horton which have a great range of local village facilities.

The Five Dials is a well- supported and popular pub with accommodation. For families there are two playground areas, a pre-school and the well-respected Neroche Primary School in Broadway.

There is a post office in Horton, and various parish churches of different denominations locally.

The combined villages of Broadway and Horton have a great range of clubs and societies for those who like to get involved in the community. Their parish websites provide extensive details.

The villages are just a short drive from the A358 and A303 and therefore have excellent road links.

The pretty market town of Ilminster lies just over 3 miles from the property and has a wonderful range of independent stores including award winning butchers, delicatessen, cheese and dairy shop, and also greengrocers as well as two town centre supermarkets for your everyday essentials.

Ilminster also provides the local doctors surgeries and dentists, as well as various hairdressing salons, dry cleaners and wonderful well-stocked hardware store. . TENURE Freehold.

SERVICES Mains electricity and water Drainage to Independent Sewer. Sewage tank front of neighbours drive.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Somerset Council Council Tax band E ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE EPC rated E AGENTS NOTE There is a footpath entered through a pedestrian date located to the right side boundary which runs along continuing beyond the garage out to field beyond.