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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · TA5 2AD
Sold STCListed 545 days
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About
A semi-detached cottage situated in a semi-rural location with off-road parking and a good sized garden. No onward chain.
1 Rhode Farm Cottage is the smaller of a pair of semi-detached cottages situated in a pleasant position on the edge of the bustling town of Bridgwater.
We believe the property dates back to the 1930's and is now offered for sale with no onward chain.
The charming accommodation is arranged over two floors and briefly comprises; an entrance door opens into a hall with a useful storage cupboard, shower room on your left and an opening which leads through to a study/dining area with staircase rising to the first floor.
Also leading from the dining area is the kitchen and living room. The latter is a well-proportioned room with an open fireplace and French doors opening out to the gardens.
On the first floor you will find two bedrooms, the principal bedroom has the benefit of built-in storage.
An early viewing is recommended to fully appreciate this ideal starter home or investment purchase.
The property is situated in the area known as Rhode, conveniently located between the towns of North Petherton and Bridgwater.
The Quantock Hills lies to the west and are designated as being an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
These hills offer opportunities for walking, riding and other rural pursuits whilst the small town of North Petherton is within about a mile, providing superb day-to-day amenities.
The county town of Taunton lies to the south within about 8 miles and Bridgwater lies to the north within 2-3.
Both towns provide multiple shopping, leisure and scholastic facilities with Taunton hosting a number of noted Public schools namely Kings, Queens and Taunton with Millfield at Street.
A high speed train service is available from Taunton to London Paddington and access to the M5 motorway is at junction 24 within 2 miles.
The garden to the rear is predominantly laid to lawn, nicely screened with mature hedging and enclosed by panel fencing. To the front there is a gravel area that provides off-road parking.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About 1, Rhode, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5
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