Station House, Wideatts Road, Cheddar

An exciting opportunity to purchase this charming and characterful former Station Master's house, a unique four bedroom detached home that blends period elegance with modern comfort. Steeped in history, this remarkable property also includes a spacious garage/workshop offering incredible potential for conversion into a self contained annexe or Airbnb/creative studio (subject to necessary permissions).

Overview

Originally built around 1860, this striking period home began life as the station master’s house for Cheddar Station, part of the Bristol and Exeter Railway’s Cheddar Valley Line. The line was once known for its significant strawberry freight, earning it the nickname The Strawberry Line, now a popular walking and cycling route located just yards from the property.
The home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated to blend modern comforts with its rich historic character. Many original features remain, and the overall atmosphere is one of warmth, light, and timeless charm. It offers generous and flexible accommodation that feels airy and welcoming in warmer months, yet cosy and inviting in winter.
The accommodation presents itself as entrance vestibule and hallway, a lounge with a feature fireplace, and a spacious dining/family room with a wood burning stove. The kitchen/diner features a charming farmhouse style kitchen, complemented by a utility room and a downstairs shower room. A bright conservatory offers lovely views over the gardens. Upstairs, an impressive central landing leads to four generously sized bedrooms, a family bathroom, and access to a loft area for storage. The master bedroom also benefits from an integrated shower and wash basin.
Outside, a large workshop/garage provides excellent potential. It could continue to serve as a workspace, or be converted into self contained accommodation ideal for use as a guest suite, Airbnb rental, or a creative studio (subject to permissions).

Outside

The property is surrounded by stunning, ever changing gardens to the front, side, and rear. True to its character, the grounds are thoughtfully landscaped in a classic cottage garden style, featuring well tended lawns, mature shrubs, hedges, and trees. A standout feature is the fantastic alfresco entertaining area perfect for relaxing or hosting family and friends in a picturesque setting. There is ample parking available to the front, side, and rear of the property. Gated access on both sides of the house provides secure parking and enclosed garden areas. The previously mentioned garage/workshop is highly versatile, featuring two sets of vehicle access doors as well as a separate entrance leading into one of the office or study spaces plus a spacious room above the garage.

Location

Just half a mile away, you'll find a vibrant mix of independent shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants. The iconic Cheddar Gorge and Caves are just over a mile from your doorstep, while the popular Strawberry Line walking and cycling path is only a few yards away. Cheddar Reservoir, located just 0.4 miles away, offers a range of water sports. Excellent local schools, leisure centre, a church, and a health centre are also conveniently close, all within a short walk or drive.

We think...

Opportunities like this are rare to the market. This exceptional home and generous plot could be perfect for a growing family or for those looking to accommodate a multi generational household by converting the impressive sized workshop/garage (subject to permissions), offering ideal space for a mature family member or teenager in comfort and privacy.
The current owner says.....We have lived in Station House for nearly thirty years and have made many happy memories, especially celebrating birthdays in our pretty garden and Christmas with log fires.
Cheddar has been a perfect location to bring up our family . The schools, health, leisure and sports facilities as well as a vibrant and friendly village community make it a great place to live.
We love our beautiful home and we feel now is the right time to pass it on to another person or family to enjoy the location and all that the house has to offer.

Material information (provided by owner)

Freehold. Council Tax Band - E. EPC - E.