The Paddock, Galhampton, BA22

A beautifully presented three-bedroom end terrace home situated in the heart of the sought-after Somerset village of Galhampton. Ideally positioned for easy access to Castle Cary, Bruton, Wincanton and Yeovil, the property is exceptionally well placed for schooling, commuting and transport links, whilst enjoying the benefits of village life and the surrounding Somerset countryside.

Designed with both comfort and efficiency in mind, this attractive home benefits from a ground source heat pump, underfloor heating and lower running costs, creating a warm and economical home ideally suited to modern family living. The light and well-balanced accommodation includes a welcoming entrance hall, modern fitted kitchen, spacious sitting room, conservatory currently used as a dining room, cloakroom, three bedrooms including a principal bedroom with en-suite, together with a family bathroom.

Outside, the property benefits from an allocated parking space together with a rear garden ideal for both children and outdoor entertaining, offering an excellent space for relaxing, dining and enjoying the outdoor lifestyle throughout the seasons. The vendors have secured a vacant onward purchase.

Accommodation
Ground Floor

The front door opens into a welcoming central entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor. Within the hallway there is a useful understairs storage cupboard together with a further cupboard housing the boiler for the ground source heat pump system.

Positioned to the right-hand side, the kitchen enjoys a bright outlook over the front aspect through a large window, allowing plenty of natural light to flood the room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker style wall, drawer and base units together with an inset stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, contrasting work surfaces and contemporary tiled splashbacks. There is space and plumbing for both a dishwasher and washing machine together with space for a freestanding electric oven with hob above, which is included within the sale. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed to provide excellent storage and preparation space, ideally suited to modern family living.

Further along the hallway is a conveniently placed cloakroom fitted with a vanity style wash hand basin with cupboards below and WC.

The spacious sitting room is positioned to the rear of the property and provides an excellent everyday family living space whilst enjoying a pleasant outlook towards the garden. A door opens directly into the conservatory, creating a superb flow between the living areas.

The conservatory is currently used as a dining room and provides a wonderful additional reception space with a lovely connection to the garden. Flooded with natural light, it creates an ideal setting for relaxed dining and social gatherings, with views across the garden enhancing the indoor-outdoor feel throughout the seasons. French doors open directly onto the patio and garden beyond, making this a particularly inviting space during the warmer months.

The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout the ground floor accommodation, helping to create a warm and extremely comfortable home while keeping energy costs low. Practical wood-effect flooring continues throughout the ground floor accommodation, whilst the conservatory benefits from tiled flooring, ideally suited to everyday family living and direct access into the garden.

First Floor

On the first floor there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which are comfortable double rooms.

The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes together with an en-suite shower room.

Bedroom two enjoys an outlook over the rear garden and offers excellent space for freestanding furniture, while bedroom three provides flexible accommodation ideal as a nursery, child’s bedroom or home office.

The family bathroom is fitted with a modern suite comprising a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

Outside

To the front of the property there is allocated parking together with an area of lawn which also benefits from an outside tap, ideal for watering plants or practical day-to-day use such as washing vehicles.

The rear garden is enclosed to one side with fencing, whilst the opposite side features low timber railings. Predominantly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance, the garden provides an excellent outdoor space for family life, relaxation and outdoor dining. Immediately adjoining the conservatory is a paved patio terrace together with external lighting and a power point, creating an ideal spot to enjoy the garden during the warmer months. At the far end of the garden there is a useful garden shed.

Location

Galhampton is a peaceful Somerset village with a thriving and active community, ideally positioned for easy access to Castle Cary, Bruton, Wells and the surrounding countryside. The village itself benefits from a popular village inn, parish church, active village hall and the well-regarded Galhampton Country Store and café. The village hall hosts a variety of regular community events and activities including film nights, coffee mornings, yoga, line dancing and short mat bowling.

Nearby Castle Cary is an attractive historic market town renowned for its honey-coloured stone buildings, independent shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and weekly market, whilst the fashionable town of Bruton offers an excellent selection of eateries, boutiques and cultural attractions including the internationally renowned Hauser & Wirth Gallery, Roth Bar and Da Costa.

The property is also conveniently situated close to The Newt in Somerset, one of the region’s most prestigious country estates, offering extensive gardens, woodland walks, restaurants, hotel and spa facilities, farm shops and seasonal events. Residents of Galhampton may be eligible for discounted local membership.

Transport links are excellent, with Castle Cary mainline railway station providing direct services to London Paddington. The nearby A303 provides convenient road access to London and the South West, whilst the M3 and M4 are also easily accessible. Bristol Airport is within comfortable driving distance and there are bus routes to both Bristol and Bath with stops within walking distance of the property.

There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, including Ansford Academy together with a number of highly regarded independent schools such as Bruton School, Sexey’s School, Sherborne, Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, Hazelgrove and Port Regis.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Ground source heat pump with underfloor heating. Telephone and broadband connections subject to the usual utility regulations.

Council Tax Band: C

Local Authority: South Somerset

EPC Rating: C

Broadband & Mobile: Coverage can be checked at:
ofcom.org.uk/phones-and-broadband/coverage-and-speeds/ofcom-checker

Flood Check: gov.uk/check-flooding

Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the agent.

Agents Note: All services, fittings and equipment referred to in these particulars have not been tested by the agent and we cannot confirm that they are in working order.