The Groves, West Pennard, BA6 8PL

FIR TREE COTTAGE, THE GROVES, WEST PENNARD, GLASTONBURY, SOMERSET, BA6 8PL Glastonbury 3 miles, Wells 7 miles, Street 4 miles, Castle Cary 11 miles, Bath, Bristol and Yeovil all within easy reach.

A characterful and spacious four-bedroom Grade II listed cottage, set in the heart of West Pennard, close to Glastonbury.

Fir Tree Cottage has immaculate accommodation which includes a porch, sitting room, living room, kitchen/dining room, ground floor shower room, utility, four double bedrooms and two further bath/shower rooms.

There are large gardens to the front and rear, as well as ample driveway parking for up to four cars.

Accommodation Fir Tree Cottage is a handsome period cottage, set along a private no-through lane, well back from the village road.

The house has attractive rendered elevations under a pan tile and triple roman tiled roof, and is thought to have origins as early as the 18th century, with later additions.

The property was immensely improved in 2019 when a scheme of refurbishments was finished to include upgrades to the heating system, including a new Grant boiler, oil tank and hot water tank.

Following these works, the current owners have added numerous homely touches which add to the welcoming feel of the property, as well as bespoke secondary glazing which helps bring the running costs down to a minimum.

The result is a superb period house with immense character, but with all of the infrastructure for modern daily life.

There is a porch at the front of the cottage, although for daily convenience, the property is entered via the stable-style back door, which leads into a rear lobby adjoining the kitchen.

Off the lobby, there is also a ground-floor shower room which is ideal for a quick clean off after a long dog walk or children’s sports match.

The adjoining kitchen is full of character and enjoys a delightful dual aspect over the front and rear gardens.

In the heart of the room, there is plenty of room for a dining table, making this an exceptionally sociable hub of the house.

The character is immediately evident with large ceiling beams, clay floor tiles and an oil-fired Aga.

The rest of the kitchen is well fitted with wooden units, a Belfast sink, tiled splash-backs and an electric Rangemaster cooker.

Next to the kitchen, there is a useful utility room with plumbing for white goods and a dishwasher.

There are two sitting rooms, each ideally suited to summer and winter and indeed daytimes and evenings respectively.

The sitting room, besides the kitchen, is a light and airy living space with timber floorboards, access into the front porch, a bay window, storage cupboards and the staircase rising to the first floor.

The other sitting room instead enjoys a lovely cosy atmosphere with huge character, including exposed beams, original plank and muntin screening, french doors leading to the garden, and flagstone floors.

Adding to this exceptional room is the roaring wood-burning stove, which is set within a lovely inglenook fireplace. This is a quintessential room for an English cottage.

On the first floor, there are four bedrooms, and all of them are double rooms. The master room features bespoke fitted wardrobes and a stylish en suite shower room.

The further three bedrooms have use of the beautifully appointed family bathroom, which has a roll top bath, timber floorboards, a basin and WC.

Outside The gardens at Fir Tree Cottage are of a considerable size to both the front and rear.

The front garden is laid to lawn and interspersed by a variety of young trees and shrubs, and bound by a post and rail fence alongside the private lane.

The rear garden is fully enclosed and enjoys an excellent degree of privacy.

The westerly outlook means there is sun throughout the day and makes the seating terrace a complete sun trap, ideal for al-fresco evening dining.

It is fully enclosed by a mixture of fencing and hedgerows, landscaped with flower borders and a central lawn.

Surrounding the gardens, there are plenty of roses and other plants, including beautiful flowering rhododendrons.

At the far end of the garden, a pedestrian gate leads to the parking area, where there is driveway parking for up to four cars.

By the parking, there is a shed and timber workshop, bin storage and the oil tank.

About the area West Pennard is a highly regarded Somerset village set amidst gently rolling countryside between Glastonbury and Wells, enjoying a peaceful rural setting whilst remaining remarkably well connected.

Situated at the foot of Pennard Hill, the village is surrounded by farmland, open countryside and an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, making it particularly appealing to those seeking a balance between country living and everyday convenience.

The village has a strong sense of community and benefits from a well-regarded primary school, village hall, parish church and popular local pub.

The historic Church of St Nicholas, with origins dating back to the 15th century, forms an attractive focal point within the village, while the nearby National Trust-owned West Pennard Court Barn reflects the area's long association with Glastonbury Abbey and its rich agricultural heritage.

Nearby Glastonbury offers a wide range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and everyday amenities, together with the renowned Abbey, Tor and a year-round calendar of cultural events.

The cathedral city of Wells provides further facilities including Waitrose, a twice-weekly market, leisure facilities and a range of excellent schools.

The area is particularly well placed for families, with West Pennard Church of England Primary School serving the village and a number of highly regarded independent schools within easy reach, including the Millfield Schools, Wells Cathedral School and the Bruton schools.

Despite its rural character, West Pennard enjoys excellent accessibility.

The A361 provides convenient road links across Somerset, while mainline rail services from Castle Cary Railway Station offer direct connections to London Paddington, making the village an attractive choice for both commuters and those seeking a country retreat.

West Pennard remains one of the area's most desirable villages, combining unspoilt countryside, a welcoming community and excellent access to many of Somerset's most celebrated towns, schools and cultural attractions.

Services Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired central heating. Tenure: freehold.

Energy Performance Rating: tbc Council Tax Band: F Maintenance Charges of £101 per annum are payable to The Groves Management Company.

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