A wonderful opportunity to purchase a substantial period townhouse situated in the heart of Bruton, offering versatile living accommodation spread over three floors. This delightful home is brimming with charm and character, featuring points of interest and intrigue at every turn.
The property is suited for multi-generational living or as a rental opportunity, easily divided into two self-contained living areas.
The main entrance leads to a landing area connecting the upper and lower ground floors, highlighted by a stunning full-height exposed stone wall and an arched window that floods the space with light.
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A wonderful opportunity to purchase a substantial period townhouse situated in the heart of Bruton, offering versatile living accommodation spread over three floors. This delightful home is brimming with charm and character, featuring points of interest and intrigue at every turn.
The property is suited for multi-generational living or as a rental opportunity, easily divided into two self-contained living areas.
The main entrance leads to a landing area connecting the upper and lower ground floors, highlighted by a stunning full-height exposed stone wall and an arched window that floods the space with light.
Access to the lower ground floor can be gained from the main entrance or its own front door, leading to a welcoming hall with ample storage for coats and boots, plus direct access to a private courtyard. To the right, an impressive sitting room showcases a handsome fireplace with wood burning stove, ceiling beams, oak floorboards, and French doors opening to the courtyard. From a long inner hallway, you will find two double bedrooms, bathroom and the second kitchen making this ideal for a self-contained annexe. To further this point there are two separate boilers for the property, one on the lower ground floor and one on the first floor, making letting this area separately that much easier.
Returning to the main entrance, stairs rise to a spacious reception hall which opens into the bright and airy sitting room, featuring south-westerly facing windows and exposed stonework creating a lovely atmosphere for entertaining family and friends. Continuing through, a door opens to a stunning kitchen/dining room with plenty of space for a large table and sofa, to the rear French doors give access to the garden. The kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, ample cabinetry with oak work surfaces, and integral appliances including an electric oven, gas hob, and dishwasher.
This level also includes a double bedroom with built-in storage and an adjoining Jack-and-Jill bathroom, as well as a corridor lined with bookshelves and a cloakroom.
On the first floor, you will find the master bedroom with a delightful outlook over the garden, en-suite shower room, laundry room and an additional double bedroom.
OUTSIDE: The rear garden is a particular feature with an area of lawn and beautifully planted flower beds and borders providing colour and interest throughout the year. The owner has added a bespoke timber gazebo which is the ideal place to sit and relax after a busy day. In addition, there is a lower terrace, perfect for al-fresco dining.
A garage is conveniently located just a minute away on Lower Backway, adding to the convenience and appeal of this exceptional property.
SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, drainage, gas central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E
TENURE: Freehold
VIEWING: Strictly by appointment through the agents.
LOCATION: Bruton is a small ancient South Somerset town nestling in the foothills of Brue Valley surrounded by unspoilt countryside. The town has retained great charm over the years with many interesting and historical buildings which defines its character. The main industries are agriculture and education with three schools in Bruton. King's School, founded in 1519, Sexey's School and a primary school. Bruton has many thriving groups and societies including a Festival of Arts, Horticultural Show, musical and theatrical productions. It is also now well known by the establishment of the renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery and Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre. The town has a small range of shops and a range of public houses and restaurants including the award winning 'At the Chapel'. Further local attractions include the National Trust Stourhead House and gardens and The Newt gardens and spa hotel. There are many other charming towns nearby which together offer a wide range of shopping, cultural and sporting activities. These include Castle Cary, Wincanton, Sherborne, Shaftesbury and Wells with Bath, Bristol and Salisbury all being in easy reach. Communications are good with a small rail station in Bruton and mainline services at Castle Cary (Paddington) and Sherborne (Waterloo). The A303 a few miles south is the road link to London and Bristol international airport is well within an hours drive.
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This is a Freehold property.