West End, Bruton, Somerset, BA10

A wonderful opportunity to purchase a period stone cottage with garage and off-street parking. This attractive property has been stylishly renovated whilst retaining much of its charm. Nestled in the heart of the sought-after town of Bruton, this 19th century workers cottage is the picture of quintessential town living and is perfectly positioned for easy access to local amenities, schools, and transport links.

Entering the property via the porch, with natural coir matting underfoot and ample space for coats and shoes, this area is flooded with natural light from the window to the side. A door with glass inserts opens into the sitting room, which is an inviting space with attractive décor, stone surround fireplace with timber mantle, large window to the front with seating below and stairs to the first floor in front of a showstopping floor to ceiling stone wall. A dining table currently sits under an obscured window and opposite a wooden cottage door which opens into the kitchen with shaker style white wall and base units and marble top, metro tiles and window with views across the front garden. A dishwasher, washing machine, cooker, electric hob with extractor, space for a fridge freezer and USB charging points ensure the kitchen has everything required for comfortable living.

The first-floor landing provides access to a tall cupboard and a further smaller recess which sits above the stairs, providing plentiful storage. The primary bedroom is a beautifully decorated space with low level window which radiates cottage charm and is located next to the family bathroom with Victorian style claw foot bath with rainfall and hand shower, high level cistern toilet, sink with large, fitted mirror, heated towel rail, patterned floor tiles and Velux window making this a bright and attractive space. The second bedroom, with space for a double bed, has the advantage of a built-in wardrobe.

Outdoors
Witty Fox Cottage is embraced by a stone wall to the front and wooden fencing to the side separating it from its neighbours. The front, West facing garden is mainly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance and accessed via a wrought iron gate onto a pathway which leads directly to the front door of the property and to the small patio which sits under the kitchen window.

A short walk from the front of the property is the private parking area, at the bottom of Bruton High Street, which is where the garage, converted from a historic barn with wooden beams, double doors, pitched roof, and parking space to the front is located. The rear of the property is accessed via an arched entranceway into a courtyard and whilst privately owned, allows access for remedial works.

Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful property your own and enjoy the best of town living in a stylish and well-maintained period cottage.

Location
Bruton is a bustling town in the foothills of the Brue Valley known as The Notting Hill of the Southwest. The towns amenities include a doctor’s surgery, veterinary practice, pharmacy, post office, several convenience stores, petrol station and many independent shops and cafés. This historical town, surrounded by rolling hills lies a few miles north of Castle Cary and in easy reach of Wincanton, Yeovil, Sherborne, Glastonbury, Frome, Wells and Bath. A creative community, known as a centre for international art and architecture, Bruton is home to the world-renowned art gallery Hauser & Wirth. The High Street has a wonderful array of diverse shops and eateries such as ‘At the Chapel’ and the Michelin starred ‘Osip’. Adding to the town's reputation is the presence of two well-regarded boarding schools in Kings and Sexey’s School. The town has a railway station which provides a direct route to London making Bruton an appealing choice for those who want to work in London and live in the countryside. The A303 also provides a direct route to London via the M3. Local attractions include ‘The Newt in Somerset’, ‘Stourhead’, ‘Longleat’ and ‘The Bath and West Showground’ which hold regular events throughout the year.

Services: Mains water, electricity, drainage, gas central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.

CAUTION: NB All services and fittings mentioned in these particulars have NOT been tested and hence we cannot confirm that they are in working order.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: B
Local Authority: Somerset
EPC: B

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Viewing: Strictly by appointment through the agents.