4-bedroom house · BA3 5RN
For saleListed 105 days
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About
Occupying a picturesque setting within the hamlet of Vobster, this well-presented detached cottage is ideally located close to Mells, renowned for its Walled Garden and The Talbot Inn, and within easy reach of Babington House, the celebrated hotel and private members' club.
The open-plan kitchen/breakfast room flows into a striking oak-framed garden room with doors opening directly onto the garden.
This light-filled space, with walls of glass, in turn opens into the impressive 27ft sitting room centred around a wood-burning stove.
An adjoining home office/snug also enjoys double doors to the garden, providing an ideal workspace with independent access for those working from home.
A practical utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor. There are four first-floor bedrooms.
The principal suite is particularly impressive, featuring a dressing room, stylish en-suite bathroom and a delightful balcony overlooking the garden.
Three further bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom. Outside Set within grounds of 0.68 acres, this charming, detached cottage enjoys an idyllic garden setting.
The private drive leads around the house to a detached double garage, with generous parking for several vehicles.
The gardens have been thoughtfully designed to offer both productivity and relaxation, featuring a well-established vegetable garden, greenhouse, potting shed and additional storage.
A spacious terrace with a covered pergola creates an inviting space for alfresco dining and entertaining, complete with a dedicated barbecue area.
The picturesque Mells River meanders along the boundary, enhanced by attractive stone gabion walls and charming stone arched bridge.
Mature specimen and fruit trees provide year-round interest, with plenty of lawn to play football or an enchanting summer house to relax.
Situation Lower Vobster is a charming hamlet set amidst the beautiful Somerset countryside.
Renowned for its picturesque surroundings it is just a 1.7 mile walk to the gorgeous village of Mells which benefits from everyday amenities, including a village shop/post office, the well-regarded Mells Church of England School, The Walled Garden including a café and the popular The Talbot Inn.
The fashionable Babington House, part of the Soho House group, is also within easy reach, offering renowned dining, spa and leisure facilities.
The historic Bath, a unesco World Heritage city, lies approximately 11 miles away, while the vibrant market town of Frome is just 5 miles away, celebrated for its independent shops, cafés, restaurants and thriving cultural scene.
The surrounding area is ideal for those who wish to explore the rolling Somerset countryside, while remaining well connected to nearby towns and cities.
Property Ref Number: Ham-66437 Additional Information Services: Mains connected electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Local Authority: Somerset Council. Tax Band G.
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