Castle Hill, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset, TA24

Originally part of the Dunster Castle estate and converted in the early 1990's for the National Trust, the property is set in a most appealing private walled cobbled courtyard within the castle grounds at the foot of the magnificent Dunster Castle and within a short walk of the centre of this highly regarded medieval village.

The property offers interesting, light and airy accommodation with delightful views and character features to include exposed beams and timbers, spiral staircase, exposed brick work and has the added attraction of having its own private walled courtyard garden.

It will become evident on inspection that the present owner takes a particular pride in the presentation of this home which will be found in immaculate decorative order. The accommodation is heated by electric storage heating, is arranged over two floors and in brief comprises; recessed entrance porch, reception hall with exposed brick walling and spiral staircase to first floor, step in coats cupboard and a good sized cloakroom. The sitting room overlooks the cobbled courtyard through a large picture window with a glimpse of the Castle, the double aspect kitchen/dining room has a door out to a private courtyard garden and is fitted with a modern range of base and wall units with roll edged working surfaces, stainless steel single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, coloured splashbacks, plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine.

A spiral staircase from the reception hall leads to a first floor landing lit by a Velux window and with airing cupboard with factory insulated cylinder, dual immersion heaters and shelving. There are two bedrooms both with exposed beams and the main bedroom enjoying views over the garden towards the surrounding hills and woodland with second bedroom having a glimpse of the Castle. To complete the accommodation is a part tiled bathroom fitted with three piece suite and again enjoying lovely village views. The enclosed private walled garden which is predominantly cobbled has a small sunken pond, raised stone corner planters and pedestrian gate. The garage which has light, power and storage facility over is located off the main communal courtyard and there are also four communal carports for residents use.

LOCATION
Dunster is served by a local post office, newsagents, delicatessen and various other shops, inns, tea rooms and restaurants to help cater for the many tourists that are attracted to this popular village. There is also a primary school, village church and a number of attractions to include magnificent Dunster Castle, Yarn Market, Dove Cote and Conygar Tower. West Somerset's premier resort of Minehead is approximately two and a half miles away and has a good range of everyday facilities, whilst the County town of Taunton which has mainline rail connections and access to the motorway network is approximately twenty two miles to the east. For those who enjoy exploring the countryside Dunster is situated within the Exmoor National Park and there are footpaths leading onto the surrounding hills of Grabbist and walks into Dunster's Deer Park at the foot of the castle.

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage and electricity.

TENURE
Leasehold from 2008 with 117 years remaining. Ground rent £10 per annum.

COUNCIL TAX
Band D
From our Minehead proceed on the A39 towards Williton and after approximately two and a half miles at the traffic lights turn right into Dunster Village. Proceed into the village passing the Yarn Market on your right and at the next set of traffic lights go straight ahead into Castle Hill passing through the castle gates. Proceed to the top of the hill bearing around to the right taking the second entrance on the right leading into the courtyard where the property will be found in the far left hand corner.