This semi detached period stone cottage offers the perfect blend of countryside living with the convenience of being close to local amenities.

Double gates open to a generous parking area providing space for several vehicles.  The garden is a particular feature with plenty of space for children to play or gardening enthusiasts to enjoy.  A large garage/workshop adds additional appeal for those  seeking extra space for hobbies, storage or even a home business.

The living accommodation is spread over three floors with the front door opening to a large kitchen with an excellent range of modern shaker style units.  The cosy sitting room features a natural stone fireplace and three window seats enjoying an outlook over the garden.

Moving to the first floor, there is a family bathroom and master bedroom enjoying a dual aspect with countryside views, while the second floor has two further bedrooms, each offering delightful rural views.

In summary, this delightful cottage is perfect for those seeking a country lifestyle while being close to local amenities and excellent road communications.

LOCATION: The town of Wincanton is an appealing South Somerset town bordering the counties of Dorset and Wiltshire. Local amenities including a Co-Op supermarket, butcher, bakery, fruit and veg and whole foods shop, Morrisons, Lidl, Health Centre, Post Office, library, cafes, eateries and sports centre with gym and swimming pool. The town has a thriving community with an active library as well as a community centre at the Balsam Centre which has a busy schedule of classes and groups. The town is a 10 minute drive from the fantastic offerings of Bruton including the Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery and Roth Bar & Grill, 10 minutes from the impressive highly-regarded Newt Hotel, 15 minutes from the pretty market town of Castle Cary and 20 minutes from the attractive Dorset town of Sherborne. It is also close to the A303 for an easy drive to/from London (approx 2 hours drive) and Berry’s coaches which operates a twice daily service to London. Other local attractions are a number of National Trust properties including Stourhead and approximately an hour’s drive from the beautiful Dorset coastline featuring some of the best beaches in the country. There is a Waitrose 10 minutes away in Gillingham or at Sherborne and an excellent local farm shop and restaurant at Kimbers (5 minutes away). There is also the renowned Wincanton racecourse, Cale Park with children's play area, skatepark, café, and pretty River Cale which runs through to the countryside behind Loxton House.

ACCOMMODATION

GROUND FLOOR

UPVC Double glazed front door to:

KITCHEN/DINER: 21’8” x 10’2” (max) A delightful room fitted with an excellent range of modern shaker style wall, drawer and base units topped with a work surface.  Space for washing machine and dishwasher, built in electric oven with inset electric hob above, smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters, two double glazed windows with an outlook over the rear garden, two radiators, double glazed window to side aspect, space for a table and chairs and door to:

CLOAKROOM: 5’7” x 5’ Close coupled WC, oil fired boiler, radiator, work surface and double glazed window to side aspect.

SITTING ROOM: 20’10” x 11’10” (narrowing to 8’8”) A characterful room featuring a natural stone fireplace with wood burning stove and polished wood mantle, two radiators, three window seats with double glazed windows overlooking the rear garden, downlighters and exposed stonework.

From the sitting room stairs to first floor.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING: Smoke detector.

BEDROOM 1: 12’ x 11’10” Radiator and dual aspect double glazed windows to front and rear aspects enjoying an outlook over the garden and countryside beyond.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM: Corner bath, shower cubicle, close coupled WC, pedestal wash basin, two heated towel rails, tiled to splash prone areas and double glazed window to rear aspect.

From first floor landing stairs to second floor.

SECOND FLOOR

LANDING: Double glazed window to front aspect and smoke detector.

BEDROOM 2: 11’10” x 11’3” Radiator, smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters, wall light points, Velux style window and double glazed window with far reaching countryside views.

BEDROOM 3: 9’2” x 7’ Radiator and Velux style window to rear aspect with far reaching countryside views.

OUTSIDE:

The garden is mainly laid to lawn enclosed by a mature hedge offering a high degree of seclusion.  There is also a summerhouse, vegetable garden, greenhouse, timber shed, patio and a timber decking terrace.  The garage/workshop is divided into three areas.  The main garage (19’4” x 11’4”) has light and power with a door connecting to a workshop (11’4” x 10’4”) and garden store (10’4” x 8’)

SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, drainage, oil fired central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D

TENURE:  Freehold       

VIEWING:  Strictly by appointment through the agents.