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Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Floorplan 1
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Key features

  • Comfortable four bedroom family home
  • Contemporary kitchen dining living room extension
  • Westerly facing garden with field outlook
  • Central village position
  • Easy access to A303 and Castle Cary railway station
  • Garage and parking

Description

IVY HOUSE, 10 AINSTEY DRIVE, SPARKFORD, BA22 7JT

Ivy House is an impressive four-bedroom detached home that has recently been significantly improved by the owners, who have added an exceptional kitchen and dining room extension to the rear. It forms part of an exclusive development found in a tucked-away and incredibly tranquil position. The rest of the property has been carefully renovated, and it now blends impressive character features with desirable open-plan living.

The accommodation includes an entrance hall, an open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, a sitting room, a laundry/utility room, a cloakroom, four double bedrooms, one en-suite, and a family bathroom.

Outside, there is parking, a garage and a large, fully enclosed and mature rear garden backing onto fields.

Accommodation
The property is set within a secluded position at the end of a tree-lined driveway, which leads to just a small collection of similar attractive detached homes. The property has part render, part stone elevations under a clay tiled roof and has recently been updated internally.

The front door opens to an entrance hall which connects the main living rooms of the house and has the staircase rising to the first floor. The hall has a door to the sitting room to the right, and access to the kitchen/dining/living room to the left.

The contemporary kitchen extension backs onto the garden with floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors leading out. Internally, there are beautifully appointed modern kitchen units with quartz worktops above. There is a large central island with a breakfast bar that has an oak worktop, and further room to relax or dine at the far end of the room. The dual aspect and sky lantern above the kitchen make this a lovely, light living space. Integral appliances include an electric range cooker and a dishwasher. The kitchen has a door leading into a large pantry with further storage cabinets.

The living room to the right of the hall provides a cosy living area with ample space for sofas and even room for an additional study area too. The principal study adjoins the sitting room, and completing the ground floor, there is a utility room that leads to a toilet.

Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, all of which have built-in wardrobes. There are two bath/shower rooms on the first floor, one of which is the en-suite to the master room. Both benefit from modern fitted suites. The master bedroom to the rear of the home is a large double with dual aspect views onto the garden.

Outside
The garden to the rear enjoys total privacy and backs directly onto fields. Predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by a mixture of fencing and hedgerows, this is an ideal space for children and pets. There is a terrace outside the kitchen, perfect for al-fresco dining. The garden also enjoys a westerly aspect, making the most of the afternoon and evening sunshine.

To the front of the property, there is a gravel driveway with parking for two cars, and a garage with an internal store.

About the area
Sparkford is a well-located village between Castle Cary, Sherborne and Yeovil. The A303 is nearby, providing good access to the larger surrounding towns and London. Within the village is a useful convenience store and fuel station, a church, an active village hall, and the well-renowned Hazelgrove preparatory school.

Castle Cary itself boasts a range of independent businesses, including restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques, alongside essential amenities such as a health centre, post office, and supermarket. The fashionable town of Bruton, known for its vibrant arts and dining scene, is also close by.

“The Newt in Somerset” just outside Castle Cary, is home to beautiful countryside walks set in the grounds of a Georgian country estate. Within the estate are a Hotel & Spa, a Farm shop, restaurants and a house & garden shop.

The A303 is conveniently located close by, providing easy access to London via the M3. Rail connections from Castle Cary offer a direct service to London Paddington in under two hours, while Templecombe station provides access to London Waterloo. Bristol and Exeter airports offer further national and international connections.

In addition to Hazlegrove, the area is well-served by excellent state and independent schools, including Castle Cary Primary School, Ansford Academy, and renowned institutions such as King’s School Bruton, Sexey’s School, Millfield, and All Hallows' prep schools.

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

Tenure: Freehold.

Energy Performance Rating: C

Council Tax Band: F

Management fees of £42.76 pm.

Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not accurate measurements. No guarantees are given about planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.

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Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Back garden
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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2 High Street Castle Cary BA7 7AW
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We sell a good many properties which do not reach the open market. Likewise our lettings department covers the same area and also deals with cottages to country houses. Let us know your requirements.

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If you are considering selling please call us. We have extensive expertise in promoting properties effectively and negotiating successfully.

We would be delighted to visit your property and give confidential opinion of value without charge or obligation.

Our Estate Agency is different in many aspects for others, not least in charges.

For further information, please do no hesitate to contact us on cc@roderickthomas.co.uk or by telephone on 01963 351993.

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