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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · TA20 3HW
Sold STCListed 238 days
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A charming and spacious four-bedroom detached home, set within approximately 0.45 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, surrounded on all sides by open fields and enjoying truly breathtaking panoramic views of rolling countryside from every window.
Occupying a peaceful elevated rural position, this well-presented property offers a superb balance of character and modern living.
The generous dual-aspect living room features a cosy wood-burning stove and opens seamlessly into a bright dining area with double doors leading out to the rear garden.
The heart of the home is a stylish shaker-style fitted kitchen, complemented by a large, practical utility room and a ground-floor shower room.
Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms, each benefitting from uninterrupted countryside views stretching for miles, along with a well-appointed family bathroom.
The gardens are a true feature of the property, wrapping around all four sides and thoughtfully landscaped to offer interest, privacy, and productivity.
A haven for keen gardeners and those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle, the grounds include a large and productive vegetable garden, a vast selection of mature planting, hedging, and trees, as well as fruit trees and extensive areas laid to lawn.
The result is a beautifully stocked and tranquil outdoor space, ideal for both relaxation and cultivation.
Additional features include a garage for motorcycles also used as a large storeroom with power and light, private drainage with a recently installed modern septic tank, and ample outdoor space for those looking to embrace country living at its finest.
Double glazing and oil central heating.
Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: D Council Tax Band: F Accommodation comprises: Entrance hall, lounge, dining area, kitchen, utility room, downstairs shower room, four bedrooms and bathroom.
Situation The property enjoys an elevated rural position surrounded by rolling fields and countryside to all sides.
Situated a short distance from the popular South Somerset Village of Combe St.
Nicholas overlooking the Blackdown Hills, is highly regarded in the local area enjoying an array of facilities and services.
Located approximately 5 minutes from the A303 it makes an attractive location for those looking to commute to Taunton, Yeovil, Honiton & Exeter.
An attractive village green set in the heart of the village is close to the Village shop & Post Office, a well regarded and successful Primary School, The Green Dragon pub, Playground and Recreation Area.
The village enjoys a host of social clubs and further groups such as art group, folk dance club, hand bell ringing, history group and horticultural society to name a few.
A bus service connects to the County Town of Taunton and also the local market town of Chard.
The Dorset coast with beautiful coastal towns and beaches (truncated) Covered Porch Covered porch with main entrance door into entrance hall.
Entrance Hall Spacious entrance hall with radiator, coat hanging space, stairs to first floor, understairs storage cupboard and doors to all principal rooms.
Lounge Fireplace with woodburner, television point, radiator, two double glazed windows to the front and side aspect. Opening through to dining area.
Dining Area Radiator, double glazed double doors with side windows out to rear garden. Door to kitchen.
Kitchen Fitted with a selection of modern shaker styles units set beneath worktops with inset sink and drainer with mixer tap. Inset elevated oven, inset induction hob with hood over.
Floor mounted oil central heating boiler. Double glazed window to the rear aspect with views across fields and countryside beyond. Door to entrance hall and door to utility room.
Utility Room Fitted with base units set beneath worktops with inset sink and drainer. Space for fridge freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer.
Double glazed window to the side aspect. Downstairs Shower Room Fitted with a three-piece suite comprising shower cubicle with mains shower, low-level W.C. and pedestal wash hand basin.
Radiator, tiled splash backs and built-in storage cupboard with shelving. Opaque double glazed window to the front aspect.
First Floor Landing Built-in airing cupboard with tank and slatted shelving. Access to roof void. Double glazed window to side aspect. Doors to all principal rooms.
Bedroom One Two built-in double wardrobes, radiator. Dual aspect double glazed windows to the rear and side aspect with expansive views across fields and countryside.
Bedroom Two Built-in wardrobe, radiator and double glazed windows to the side and front aspects with beautiful extensive views.
Bedroom Three Built-in wardrobe, radiator and double glazed window to the front aspect with extensive countryside views.
Bedroom Four Radiator and double glazed window to the rear aspect with pictureesque views across fields and rolling countryside.
Bathroom Fitted with a three-piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment over, low-level W.C. and pedestal wash hand basin.
Radiator, tiled splash backs and opaque double glazed window to the rear aspect. Garage for Motorcycles/Store Room Double glazed door and window into store room.
Light, power and double glazed window to the side aspect.
Outside Set within approximately 0.45 acres, the gardens of this delightful rural property are a true highlight, wrapping around the home to take full advantage of its elevated position and offering extensive, uninterrupted views across open fields and rolling countryside.
Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully landscaped, the grounds feature generous areas laid to lawn, ideal for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
A standout feature is the expansive vegetable garden, complete with a variety of well-stocked raised beds and a substantial greenhouse, perfect for the keen gardener or those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle.
A wealth of mature planting and established trees provide year-round colour, structure, and privacy, while a selection of fruit trees offers seasonal produce.
Additionally, a second greenhouse and a practical wooden storage shed are discreetly positioned within the garden, providing excellent utility space.
This charming (truncated) Property Information Services Mains electric. Private Water. Private Drainage and Oil Central Heating. .
Central heating boiler and oil tank replaced only two years ago.
Broadband and Mobile Coverage Standard Broadband is available in this area and mobile signal should be available indoors from three major providers and good outdoors from all four major providers.
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