Merriott Road, Lopen, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13

A charming and versatile 4 bedroom country cottage with private garden, countryside views, parking and garage situated in the lovely and ever popular village of Lopen.

A stand-alone, detached and attractive 4 bedroom home with private gardens, parking, garage and backing onto open farmland in the ever-popular village of Lopen. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, sitting room, study, dining room, utility and WC to the ground floor with four bedrooms (one ensuite) and a family bathroom to the first floor. The large sitting room is a fabulous space to entertain and relax, particularly through the colder months thanks to a wood-burner offering practical heat and an appealing focal point. The study can be found off the sitting room and will be of particular note for those who need to work from home. The cottage style kitchen is well-appointed with all essential mod-cons and plenty of workspace and for those desiring open-plan living, it could be integrated with the sitting room, subject to the necessary consents. The dual aspect dining room is a lovely setting for dinner parties and hosting family and has access to the utility and WC. All the bedrooms are generously proportioned with the master having the luxury of its own ensuite. The remaining three bedrooms are serviced by the family room. Those looking for less bedrooms and more space will appreciate the very real possibility of combining two of the bedrooms together to create an impressive and spacious master bedroom whilst families will appreciate the current layout. Whether you are looking for versatile home, private surroundings or simply a wonderful village home, Hinton Cottage must be viewed.

Lopen is a small village situated between South Petherton and Crewkerne, surrounded by open countryside in the favoured South Somerset area, with easy access to good road systems and rail connections. Local amenities area available in all nearby towns. South Petherton 2 miles, Ilminster 4½ miles, Crewkerne 3½ miles with its mainline rail link to London (Waterloo), Yeovil 10 miles. The county town of Taunton 16 miles, with its M5 motorway connection and mainline rail link to London (Paddington). South Coast at Lyme Regis 20 miles South Petherton is a small residential country town with a village atmosphere, set in attractive surrounding countryside, and was once voted as the second-best village in the country to bring up a family, offering a wide range of shopping facilities, a day centre, two schools. library, inn, bank, post office, churches, doctor and veterinary surgeries, chemist, tennis and bowling clubs along with bus services to neighbouring towns and villages. Yeovil 10 miles, Crewkerne 6 miles (mainline station to Waterloo) Ilminster 6 miles and the county town of Taunton (M5 motoring and mainline station to Paddington) 18 miles.

The property is approached by a paved area for off-road parking leading to the detached garage which could be utilised in a number of ways including a gym or workshop, depending on one’s preferences. The garden itself is a private haven, ideal for child’s play, alfresco dining and enjoying with family and friends. It’s laid to manicured lawns and further complemented by mature shrubs and trees. It faces due south, perfect for those who enjoy sitting out through the warmer months. It also backs onto open farmland, giving a real sense of peace and seclusion whilst those with children and/or pets will appreciate it is fully enclosed.