Drayton, Langport, TA10 0JT

Church House, Church Street, Drayton, Langport, TA10 0JY Langport 2 miles, Somerton 4 miles, Street/Glastonbury 10 miles, Yeovil 14 miles, Taunton 16 miles.

Guide Price £579,950 A very handsome, detached Grade II listed village house which has been beautifully renovated throughout to exceptional standards, retaining much of the original character and warmth, whilst complementing with sympathetic modern touches The property is delightfully situated at the heart of the sought after Somerset village of Drayton, close to the beautiful Grade I listed 14 th century church and the village inn, with neighbouring towns of Langport, Somerton and Taunton all within easy reach.

Accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hall, sitting room, family room, bespoke kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, utility/workshop, four bedrooms, two bathrooms (including a master ensuite) and a large, boarded attic room.

Outside, the property offers landscaped, low maintenance front and rear gardens, and a detached garage.

Description Church House is an exceptionally attractive Grade II listed village residence, occupying a prominent position in the heart of the sought-after, conservation village of Drayton.

Constructed of natural stone beneath a clay tiled roof, this distinguished detached home is rich in period charm, whilst having been sympathetically and comprehensively modernised to an exacting standard.

The current owner has continued to enhance the property with considerable investment, creating a home that successfully combines the character and craftsmanship of a historic building with the comfort and practicality expected of modern living.

More recent improvements include a bespoke fitted kitchen, luxurious family bathroom and cloakroom, secondary glazing, restored bay window, replacement boundary wall, landscaped gardens, electric garage door and extensive drainage works.

The accommodation is beautifully proportioned and full of original character, with exposed beams, deep window reveals and attractive fireplaces creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The sitting room and family room each enjoy a wood burning stove set within impressive stone fireplaces, making them ideal spaces for both entertaining and everyday living.

The heart of the house is the bespoke kitchen/dining room, fitted with handcrafted cabinetry, an electric AGA and integrated appliances, whilst a stable door opens directly onto the rear garden.

A useful cloakroom and adjoining utility/workshop complete the ground floor, which benefits from underfloor heating to most rooms. On the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms.

The principal bedroom enjoys an adjoining shower room together with a charming window seat and access, via a spiral staircase, to a substantial boarded attic.

Extending to over 33 feet in length, this versatile space offers excellent potential as a home office, hobbies room, studio or occasional guest room.

The remaining bedrooms are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom featuring a freestanding bath and high-quality contemporary fittings.

Outside, the gardens have been attractively landscaped for ease of maintenance whilst providing colour and interest throughout the seasons.

The enclosed front garden is bordered by a recently rebuilt stone wall and planted with a variety of ornamental shrubs and flowering borders.

To the rear, the private garden has been thoughtfully designed with seating areas, established planting, a timber store and delightful views towards the neighbouring parish church.

A detached stone-built garage benefits from cleverly designed side-opening pedestrian doors, allowing comfortable access from a parked vehicle.

Adjacent is a useful utility/store housing the oil-fired boiler.

Church House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored period home of considerable character within one of South Somerset's most desirable villages.

Offering an enviable balance of historic charm, high-quality modernisation and manageable gardens, it is ideally suited as either a principal residence or an elegant country retreat.

Situation Drayton is a particularly attractive and highly regarded conservation village, centred around its fine parish church and the popular Drayton Arms public house.

The neighbouring village of Curry Rivel, approximately one mile away, provides an excellent range of day-to-day amenities including a village store, post office, petrol station, primary school and the well-regarded Firehouse restaurant.

The nearby market town of Langport offers a wider range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities, together with supermarkets, medical services and the renowned Huish Episcopi Academy and Sixth Form.

Communications are excellent, with convenient access to the A303, M5 motorway and mainline railway stations at Taunton, Castle Cary and Yeovil. Other points Freehold. Grade II listed.

Somerset Council - Council Tax Band F. Mains electricity, water and drainage all connected. Oil fired central heating, with underfloor heating to the ground floor. Directions Postcode: TA10 0JT.

Church House is located opposite the village Inn (The Drayton Crown).

What3words: season.optimists.troll Important Notes Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings.

No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included.

Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors regarding items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.

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Property Details Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings.

No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included.

Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. P.S.

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