4-bedroom detached house · TA20 4AF
Sold STCListed 67 days
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A well-presented 4 bedroom bungalow with fine rural views and mature gardens, surrounded by open countryside.
Situation - 1 Hays Cottages is set in a beautiful rural location, nestled on the western flank of Whitemoor Hill, and surrounded by rolling south Somerset countryside.
The property faces west overlooking the lovely parkland of the historic Avishays Estate. Close by the village of Chaffcombe, has an ancient church and active village hall.
The local market town of Chard provides everyday amenities, whilst there are a wider range of facilities at the nearby towns of Ilminster, and Crewkerne with a Waitrose and mainline train station.
The picturesque coastal town of Lyme Regis, on the Jurassic Coastline, with its historic Cobb, sandy beach and range of restaurants is within a half an hour’s drive.
The property has excellent communications with the A30 to Exeter and the South West and the A303 to London. There is a regular train service from Taunton to London Paddington taking under 2 hours.
The Property - 1 Hays Cottages is one of twin link detached bungalows constructed of block walls under a concrete tiled roof.
This 4 bedroom bungalow is light-filled with views over the garden to the countryside beyond.
The living room features a fireplace, which could be reinstated, and patio windows opening onto the terrace and garden. The fitted kitchen and bathrooms have been recently renovated.
The main bedroom features an ensuite shower room and the three further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
The bungalow benefits from central heating provided by an air source heat pump and double glazing.
This country property is tucked away and well protected by the estate's parkland, creating an ideal home for nature lovers. Outside - The property is accessed from Castle Hill Lane.
A drive, shared with the neighbouring property, leads to a parking and turning area with access to the garage. The front garden is laid predominantly to lawn with mature hedges.
A pathway leads through a gate to the rear garden which is enclosed and private, overlooking the adjoining parkland.
There is a terrace area by the house, providing an ideal space for al fresco dining. Services - 1 Hays Cottages : Main electricity. Private water. Private drainage (Treatment plant).
Air source heat pump. Broadband: Standard available. Mobile Network Coverage: There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom's website for more details. Material Information - 1.
1 Hays Cottages is situated in Flood Zone 1, an area with a low probability of flooding.
Local Authority - South Somerset Council Tax Bands: 1 Hays Cottages E Sporting - All rights are understood to be owned and included in the sale. Racing at Taunton or Wincanton.
Golf at Cricket St Thomas or Taunton & Pickeridge. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis or West Bay.
Education - The area has an excellent choice of schooling including Avishayes Community Primary School, Holyrood Academy and Colyton Grammar.
Independent schools in the area include Chard Prep School, Perrott Hill, King’s Taunton and Sherborne Boys and Girls Schools Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion Directions - What3words ///artichoke.totals.plankton
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