North Street, Somerton
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Detached period property
- Prime location in the heart of Somerton
- Plenty of spacious, versatile accommodation
- Delightful enclosed gardens
- Garage and potential annex accommodation
- Further attic rooms
- Full of character and history
- Garde II listed, no onward chain
Description
TURLE HOUSE, NORTH STREET, SOMERTON, SOMERSET, TA11 7NZ
Glastonbury 8 miles, Street 6 miles, Langport 4 miles. Castle Cary 10 miles (Paddington 1.5 hours). Yeovil 12 miles (Waterloo 2.5 hours). Taunton/M5 (J25) 16 miles. A303 3.5 miles (Distances & times approximate)
An impressive and historic Grade II listed Georgian townhouse, dating from the mid 1700’s and built of blue lias stone under a clay pan tiled roof. The property is situated within a prime residential spot, in the very heart of Somerton and just a short stroll to the town’s amenities.
Rich in history, the property is named after James Turle, organist at Westminster Abbey from 1831–1882 who also performed at Wells Cathedral, where reputedly the staircase at Turle House was sourced.
Many fine period features remain, including sash windows, flagstone floors, arched doorways, fireplaces, and an original staircase with decorative fretwork balustrades.
The accommodation is spacious and versatile, with multiple reception rooms, a family kitchen with Aga, three first floor double bedrooms and the possibility of creating ground floor annexe accommodation if desired.
A delightful, walled and very private rear garden, garaging, and attic rooms further enhance what is a rare and characterful home, in a highly desirable area.
In all, three double bedrooms, four receptions, study, three bathrooms, kitchen/diner, cloakroom and attic room.
Accommodation
The house is approached via a small courtyard frontage, encompassed by wrought iron railings, with the front door opening into a panelled entrance hall with flagstone flooring. The character within the entrance hall sets the tone wonderfully for the rest of the property.
From here, access is given to both principal reception rooms, a handy cloakroom and wc, with further accommodation lying beyond.
To the right, the drawing room has a marble-surround fireplace with brick inset and gas stove, as well as a sash window with shutters to the front aspect. At the rear lies a study with fitted shelving and lovely outlook over the garden, whilst beyond lies the garden room which opens to the terrace via glazed French doors. An adjoining shower room and walk-in cupboard provide the option to allow this wing to function as a self-contained annexe if required.
On the opposite side of the hall, the dining room features an inglenook fireplace with bressummer beam, flagstone flooring, an exposed ceiling beam and a unique cupboard, thought to formerly house a staircase. Stairs rise from the centre of the room to the first floor and feature original detailing.
The very charming sitting room is bursting with character, which includes a large open fireplace with gas stove, sash windows, part-panelled walls and provides further reception space. A lovely outlook over the garden can be enjoyed from here, whilst access through to the kitchen/diner offers a pleasant flow through the house.
The kitchen/breakfast room is both generous and practical, with a tiled floor, a comprehensive range of fitted wall and base units with worktops, a gas-fired Aga, and ample space for both appliances and a good size dining table. From here, a door leads directly out to the beautiful garden.
The first-floor landing enjoys a sash window with pine window seat and fitted double linen cupboard, and provides access to three double bedrooms, family bathroom and further attic rooms.
The principal bedroom has twin built-in storage cupboards and a walk-in wardrobe. Next to it, there is a large bathroom with roll top bath. Two further double bedrooms provide plenty of comfortable space, as well as wooden flooring and sash windows over the front aspect. A walk-in circular storage cupboard in one of the bedrooms provides handy storage space.
The family bathroom is fitted with a roll-top bath, separate shower enclosure, wash basin, and wc, and enjoys an outlook over the rear garden.
Stairs lead to attic rooms, offering ideal additional accommodation, study, or teenager’s den.
Outside
At the rear of the property is a delightful and fully walled garden, which offers plenty of privacy and seclusion. A patio terrace adjoins the house, perfect for outdoor dining, leading onto a well maintained, level lawn with mature shrub and rose borders. The garden has been thoughtfully planned with various beds, to provide plenty of colour all year round.
Outbuildings include a large period greenhouse and garden shed, with a selection of mature specimen and fruit trees, including apple, plum, birch and conifers.
A garage adjoins the house with vehicular access from North Street. An electric up-and-over door opens from the street, with further wooden doors to the garden, allowing additional parking if required.
Tenure and Other Points
Freehold.
Grade II Listed.
Situated within a conservation area.
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage.
Gas-fired central heating.
Somerset Council. Tax Band F.
No onward chain
Location
Somerton was an important town in Roman times eventually, becoming the capital of Wessex. It's now a lovely, friendly and thriving Market Town in the heart of Somerset, with a wide 17th Century Market Square with a Buttercross as a focal point in the centre. The Market Square itself is surrounded by the old town hall, elegant houses and inns which create an attractive townscape drawing visitors from all over the world. Somerton's Market Place has a Grade II Listed Market Cross in the centre, described by Niklaus Pevsner, as "one of the most happily grouped urban pictures in Somerset".
Somerton provides a wide range of local services including a variety of independent shops and galleries, a small supermarket, Doctors Surgery, Dentist, Library, Butchers, Newsagents and Chemist. It is conveniently situated with easy road access via the A303 road a few miles south, the M5 to the north and the main line rail station at Castle Cary, with regular services to London.
Close by are other towns and cities, including Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Castle Cary, Yeovil and Sherborne, with Bristol, Bath and Taunton also within easy reach.
Schools
There are excellent state and independent schools locally which include a well-respected primary school in Somerton and secondary schools (and 6th form college) in Street and Huish Episcopi. Independent schools include, Millfield (at Street & Glastonbury), Wells Cathedral, Downside, All Hallows and the schools at Bruton, Sherborne and Taunton. There are lots of good restaurants and pubs in the town and surrounding villages, and most sporting, cultural and social requirements can be met.
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- Band: F
- LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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