2-bedroom detached house · TA2 8HW
For saleListed 29 days
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About
A delightful Grade II Listed two bedroom period cottage occupies a central position within the desirable Quantock village of Kingston St Mary offered with no onward chain.
EPC rating E, Council Tax band - Commercially rated, Freehold Situation Kingston St Mary is a desirable village situated on the edge of the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering an excellent balance of rural surroundings and accessibility to Taunton.
The village enjoys a strong community atmosphere and a range of local amenities, while the county town provides extensive shopping, leisure and transport links.
Description Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Quantock village of Kingston St Mary, Boo Cottage is a charming Grade II listed period home offering character, comfort and a wealth of original features.
This delightful two-bedroom cottage enjoys a central village position and presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a characterful home in an attractive Somerset setting.
Accommodation The welcoming sitting room is full of character, featuring an attractive fireplace with a wood-burning stove set on a tiled hearth with timber surround and mantel.
A bespoke integrated bookcase enhances the room, while stairs rise to the first floor and a useful storage cupboard provides additional practicality.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units complemented by wooden worktops and a traditional Belfast-style double sink with Victorian-inspired mixer tap.
Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, alongside a recently installed cooker and hob. There is also plumbing for a washing machine and a wall-mounted combination boiler.
The bathroom is appointed with a modern suite comprising a bath with Triton shower over, pedestal wash basin and WC. Fully tiled walls and a heated towel rail complete the space.
On the first floor are two characterful bedrooms, both benefitting from painted timber double-glazed windows and radiators.
The principal bedroom enjoys dual-aspect windows, fitted shelving and a bright, airy feel, while the second bedroom provides flexible accommodation suitable for guests, a nursery or home office.
Outside To the front of the property is an attractive enclosed garden featuring brick paving, a raised shrub border and an additional paved seating area.
A gated pedestrian entrance provides access from the front. Services Mains drainage, electricity, gas, water. Gas central heating.
Standard broadband available (Ofcom), Mobile signal Variable indoors, Good outdoors with EE, variable with other providers (Ofcom). Nb the agents have not inspected or tested the services.
Directions What3Words: ///images.zeal.tummy Agent's Note We understand that the property has been used as a holiday let and was re-classified as a business.
It is below the business rate threshold so no rates are paid. It can easily revert to residential.
The property has been used as a holiday let since 2019 - the last three year's net income (after agent's percentage) are: 2023 - £10,980,2024 - £12,660,2025 - £11,500
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