Dean, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4RZ

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Full of character, with plenty of potential! This charming end-terrace barn conversion in the Somerset hamlet of Dean is ready for someone to roll up their sleeves, add their own style and give it the love it deserves. Now available at a new marketing price, it's an opportunity to create something rather special.

If you're looking for a home with character rather than a modern, finished property, this could be just the one for you. Tucked away in the small hamlet of Dean, near Shepton Mallet and Frome, this unusual barn conversion has some lovely character features, a flexible layout and plenty of scope to make it your own.

The property is now in need of some cosmetic updating, which can be done whilst living in it. However, look beyond its tired appearance and you'll find a property with real character, some interesting features and the opportunity to put your own stamp on a home with a story to tell.

A home with character and possibilities

Step inside and you'll find an open-plan kitchen and dining area, complete with an attractive oak staircase that immediately catches the eye. The dining area has plenty of room for a good-sized table, making it a lovely space to imagine bringing family and friends together.

The kitchen sits alongside the dining area, with an integrated fridge freezer and oven and hob. It's a more compact space, but one that could be updated to suit your own taste and requirements. There is also a large storage cupboard positioned between the kitchen and dining area, providing some useful additional storage.

The living room is a particularly interesting feature of the property, with its vaulted ceiling and doors opening onto the rear garden. It has a lovely sense of space and could also offer an alternative use as a second bedroom, depending on your needs. There may also be potential to lower the ceiling and create a room above, subject to the necessary permissions and building requirements.

A downstairs cloakroom completes the ground floor, with space for a washing machine.

Upstairs and tucked-away spaces

Upstairs, the main bedroom has exposed beams that add to the property's character, along with access to the Jack and Jill bathroom. The bathroom has a bath with a shower over, white sanitaryware and a window bringing in natural light. There is also a built-in cupboard on the landing, ideal for storing towels, bedding and household bits and pieces.

A further room on this floor is currently best suited to storage, but could offer an opportunity for someone keen to explore the possibilities. There may be scope to create a small bedroom with the addition of a dormer window, subject to planning permission, building regulations and any other necessary consents.

Outside space and parking

The property has a small front garden and a rear garden, currently laid to lawn. The outside space would benefit from some attention, but offers a blank canvas for anyone who enjoys gardening or would like to create a more inviting spot to sit outside during the warmer months.

There are also two allocated parking spaces, a useful feature for a property in a rural setting.

The practical bits

Although the property needs cosmetic updating, it already has some useful features in place, including a ground source heat pump, underfloor heating throughout and timber-framed double-glazed windows.

The property is offered with no onward chain, making it worth a closer look if you're hoping to find a home you can gradually improve and make your own.

Who would this home suit?

This is a property for someone who can see beyond the decorating and imagine what it could become. Perhaps you're a first-time buyer looking for a home with scope to add value, someone wanting a character property to put their own stamp on, or a buyer looking for a country retreat away from the hustle and bustle.

If you're happy to take on some updating and would rather choose your own finishes than pay for someone else's, this could be an opportunity worth exploring. The layout also offers some interesting possibilities for anyone looking to make better use of the available space.

Why live in Dean?

Dean is a small Somerset hamlet surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a quieter way of life while remaining within reach of Shepton Mallet and Frome. Nearby East Cranmore has All Hallows School and a local cricket club, while the surrounding area offers plenty to enjoy if you appreciate country walks and village life.

It's a lovely part of Somerset for those who want a rural setting without feeling completely cut off from everyday amenities and transport links.

So, in conclusion…

This characterful barn conversion is ready for its next chapter. It needs some cosmetic updating and a little imagination, but with its exposed beams, vaulted ceiling, oak staircase, gardens and two allocated parking spaces, there is plenty here to work with. Now available at a new marketing price, it's an opportunity to take on a home with character and make it your own.

If you've been searching for a property with potential and aren't afraid of a little work, why not come and see it for yourself? I'd love to show you around and let you decide what you could make of it.

Contact Emma Butcher today to arrange your personal tour.

Additional information
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: D
Council Tax Band: C (estimated £2,015 per annum)
Local Authority: Somerset Council
Services: Mains electricity, mains water and treatment plant
Heating: Ground source heat pump with underfloor heating throughout
Windows: Timber-framed double glazing
Sale: No onward chain

Kindly note some items mentioned or seen in the photographs may not be included in the property, please check with the Property Agent. For further information or details about this property please visit. emmabutcher.exp.uk.com 

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