Stockland Bristol, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5

A charming barn conversion situated in a tucked away location within this popular village. Attractive gardens, garage/workshop and ample parking.

Down Round is an attached barn conversion which has been designed to be as energy efficient and eco-friendly as possible. The property was converted by the current owners in 2007/2008 to a high standard with low maintenance. Situated in a private pleasant position within this attractive village which offers access to Steart Marshes Nature Reserve.
The well-presented and deceptively spacious accommodation is arrange over a single storey and all the main rooms enjoys a southerly aspect and overlook the rear garden. In brief; an entrance door opens into the hall with doors opening into the sitting room on your left and the kitchen/dining room on your right. The sitting room is a light and airy room. Leading from the sitting room is a double bedroom with an ensuite shower room. A space saving staircase rises up to the loft space, which could provide additional living space subject to any necessary planning consents and building regulations. A door from the bedroom opens into two storage areas and a garden room/summer house. Returning to the hall, you will enter the kitchen/breakfast room which is well-fitted with a Howden's kitchen and includes a built-in dishwasher and large larder. Finally, there is a further double bedroom and shower room with utility area with linen/storage cupboard. An early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate this charming property in a pretty setting.

The property is situated in the village of Stockland Bristol which lies some 8 miles north west of the market town of Bridgwater between the Quantock Hills and the Sea. Within the village is a Church and Village Hall/Social Club. Further facilities are available in the adjacent estuary village of Combwich which provides an Inn, Primary School, Post Office/General Store, along with boat moorings with direct nautical access to the Bristol Channel via the tidal River Parrett. The Steart Marshes which are approximately 1 mile distance and designated as a nature reserve, provide excellent walking. There is a nearby beach which is perfect for coastal walks and the quiet lanes are ideal for horses riding. The town of Bridgwater offers an excellent range of shopping and leisure facilities along with a mainline train station and good communication links with access to the M5 motorway at junctions 23 and 24.

The low maintenance garden to the rear is a particular feature of the property, being attractively landscaped with mature shrubs and flower/vegetable beds and interspersed with slate chippings and paving. There are seating areas which provide an ideal space for alfresco dining and summer entertaining, along with an area of artificial grass. The open plan garden to the front is laid to lawn with fruit trees and a useful timber shed/log store. A block paved pathway/driveway leads up to the front door with two gravel parking areas which offer space for several vehicles, including a motorhome/caravan. A substantial two storey stone built garage/workshop has the benefit of power and lights.