Stone Allerton (Near wedmore)

BERRIES BROOK, STONE ALLERTON, NR. WEDMORE, BS26 2NP

Wedmore 3 miles, Axbridge 4 miles, Cheddar 6 miles, Winscombe 5 miles, Wells 11 miles and Bristol 20 miles.

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An absolutely delightful period house (not listed) in this very popular village a few miles north of Wedmore and in easy reach of Axbridge, the other nearby villages and towns and of course Bristol.

The house is spacious with bags of character and includes a hall, a 28ft sitting room, living room, farmhouse style kitchen & dining room, cloakroom. utility room, garden room, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.


Outside are a garage, parking, a very pleasant, well sheltered garden with privacy and a superb 30ft. studio

Location

Stone Allerton is a quiet village in beautiful countryside and is a very popular residential area. It has an excellent Gastro pub with its own specialist smokery, a very friendly and active community supporting the Allerton Cricket, the Church and children's clubs. A bus service links to the local schools in Cheddar and Mark.

Berries Brook has an excellent quiet location and whilst being within the village enjoys great privacy. It stands alongside a quiet lane with virtually no through traffic.

Description

This is a handsome, substantial house which sits comfortably within its gardens and conveys a quiet, settled feeling throughout. It's been here for centuries and will be so for many more to come.
The house is within the village but stands well back from the lane behind its lawned garden and stone walls. It has shutters and a wisteria clad porch sheltering the entrance door.

Internally the house retains many period details including beams, flagstones and inglenook fireplaces. These are complemented by French and bifolding garden doors, double glazing, central heating and well appointed bathrooms and kitchen.

Accommodation

The front door leads into the hall which leads directly ahead to the kitchen and dining room which is the heart of the house. It's a great room, 24ft. x 15ft. with a large working kitchen area and ample space for the table and chairs. Details include flagstones, a double aspect (including French doors,) a window seat and an inglenook with a wood burning stove.
There are fitted kitchen units with hardwood worktops, an island unit with a breakfast bar, and appliances including a heater, dishwasher and a large Rangemaster cooker.
The adjoining sitting room is a quiet, peaceful area with an inglenook with a wood burner, alcove cupboards and bifolding doors to a garden terrace.

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The living room is approached from the hall and has a wonderful cross beam ceiling, fireplace and stove.
The utility room has a tiled floor, cupboards and space and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer. Off this room is a cloakroom (basin and wc) and a garden room opening into the front garden.

First Floor

Upstairs is a large landing (space as a study area if required), 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The bedrooms are all a good size and 3 have fitted wardrobes/cupboards. One bathroom has a bath, basin and wc and the other a shower, basin and wc.

Outside

At the front of the house is a lawned garden and a drive to its garage. The drive provides parking space.
At the rear of the house is a large, mainly lawned garden, with a large terrace and stone steps and pathway to a further terrace. The garden has mature trees and a copper beech hedge partly screening the studio.

This studio is a beautiful and very useful asset with a decking terrace. It's a perfect home office and also suits many other needs.

Other points

Freehold. Not listed. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage with a septic tank.
Double glazing. Oil central heating.

About the area

Stone Allerton with its neighbouring village of Chapel Allerton, is affectionately referred to locally as "The Allertons.” The two provide a friendly active community and nearby are the villages and small towns of Wedmore, Axbridge, Cheddar and Winscombe.

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The Saxon village of Wedmore is a delightful and extremely active centre and in many ways is an archetype of an English village.
There are historic buildings including the medieval church next to an old coaching inn, a general store/newsagent, post office, butchers, chemist, various other interesting shops, plus pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. There is a wide range of cultural and sporting clubs and societies. Swimming pools at both Cheddar & Wells; Sailing & Windsurfing Clubs at Cheddar Reservoir; the Badgworth Equestrian Centre: Wedmore 18 Hole Golf Course; Floodlit Astroturf Tennis Courts; Indoor and Outdoor Bowling Green;, Football and Cricket clubs.

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The Cathedral City of Wells is approximately 7 miles away and also provides a good range of business, recreational and shopping facilities. City shopping centres are available at Taunton, Bath and Bristol (each approximately 25 miles away). Communications in the area are good with access to the M5 (J22 - 10 minutes) connecting to M4 (J16). A local train service from Highbridge (7 miles) links with the intercity train services at Taunton and Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington taking approximately 11/2 hours. Castle Cary, a mainline station is about 20 miles whilst Bristol International Airport is 15 miles away. There are excellent state and independent schools in the area including Wedmore First School, Hugh Sexeys Middle School, Kings of Wessex Upper School, Wells Cathedral School, Sidcot and Millfield.

Important Notice

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. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

Directions

From Wedmore proceed uphill, past the Church (on your right) and then take the first right turn. Pass Wedmore Golf Club continue for a mile or so, pass the windmill and then continue past the Wheatsheaf Pub & Restaurant. Take the fork to the left which leads down into Stone Allerton. Follow the road into the village. Continue around 2 bends and the house is on the right.