Dropping Lane, Bruton, Somerset, BA10

An individual three bedroom detached bungalow occupying an enviable position on the outskirts of the highly sought-after town of Bruton.

Within a short walk of the renowned Hauser & Wirth Somerset art gallery and the historic Bruton Dovecote. Set within approximately a quarter of an acre of beautifully landscaped gardens, the property also benefits from a detached garage, ample parking and views across the surrounding countryside.

An enclosed entrance porch opens into a spacious and welcoming hallway, complete with a double linen cupboard and access to the loft space. To the left is a bright and airy sitting room featuring an attractive limestone fireplace with inset wood-burning stove, creating a wonderful focal point. A wide opening leads seamlessly through to the dining room, where patio doors open directly onto the rear garden, while a further door connects to the kitchen/breakfast room.

A particular highlight of the property is the spacious kitchen/breakfast room, which provides an excellent family space with ample room for a dining table. Fitted with an extensive range of units complemented by solid wood work surfaces, the kitchen also includes a Stoves electric double oven and a traditional Rayburn cooker, enhancing the room’s charming country character. A practical rear porch provides the perfect space for coats, boots and muddy paws.

The bungalow offers three generously proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from built-in triple wardrobes. Completing the accommodation is a stylishly refitted family bath/shower room comprising a modern suite with bath, large walk-in shower, WC and contemporary vanity wash basin unit.

Outside, the gardens are a true feature of the property and will particularly appeal to keen gardeners. To the front there is extensive parking for several vehicles, a detached garage, an area of lawn and a productive fruit cage, all enclosed by an attractive natural stone wall.

The rear garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is beautifully stocked with an abundance of mature shrubs, flowering borders, hedging and rose beds, providing year round colour and interest. In addition, there is a greenhouse together with a useful gardener’s WC attached to the property, adding further practicality to this superb outdoor space.

In summary, this is an impressive and rarely available bungalow offering spacious, well-presented accommodation in a semi- rural setting close to the many amenities and attractions that Bruton has to offer.

ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL:
Double glazed front door to Enclosed Entrance Porch with tiled floor and double glazed door to:

ENTRANCE HALL: A spacious hallway with radiator, hatch to loft and linen cupboard with shelving and radiator.

SITTING ROOM: 15’8” x 15’3” Attractive veined limestone fireplace with fitted woodburning stove, radiator, dual aspect double glazed windows to front and side aspects and opening to:

DINING ROOM: 12’3” x 11’ Radiator, double glazed window to side aspect, double glazed patio doors to rear garden with far reaching countryside views. Doorway to:

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 17’1” x 12’2” (narrowing to 9’1”) This is a particular feature of the property with an excellent range of shaker style units topped with solid woodblock work surface. Larder, Rayburn range cooker, space and plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted Worcester gas (LPG) boiler supplying domestic hot water and radiators, Stoves electric cooker with double oven, radiator, double glazed window to rear aspect with an outlook over the garden and countryside beyond and door to enclosed rear porch with door to rear garden.

BEDROOM 1: 11’2” x 10’5” Built-in triple wardrobe, radiator and double glazed window to rear aspect with an outlook over the garden.

BEDROOM 2: 11’3” x 10’3” Radiator, built-in triple wardrobe and double glazed window to front aspect.

BEDROOM 3: 10’2” x 7’2” Radiator and double glazed window to front aspect.

BATH/SHOWER ROOM: A stylish modern suite comprising large walk-in shower, panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin unit with storage, close coupled WC, tiled floor, heated towel rail and obscured double glazed window.

SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, private drainage, gas (LPG) central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: E

TENURE: Freehold

VIEWING: Strictly by appointment through the agents.

IMPORTANT NOTICE For clarification we wish to inform any prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide and they must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, or tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you please contact the office prior to viewing the property.

LOCATION: Bruton is a small ancient South Somerset town nestling in the foothills of Brue Valley surrounded by unspoilt countryside. The town has retained great charm over the years with many interesting and historical buildings which defines its character. The main industries are agriculture and education with three schools in Bruton. King's School, founded in 1519, Sexey's School and a primary school. Bruton has many thriving groups and societies including a Festival of Arts, Horticultural Show, musical and theatrical productions. It is also now well known by the establishment of the renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery and Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre. The town has a small range of shops and a range of public houses and restaurants including the award winning 'At the Chapel'. Further local attractions include the National Trust Stourhead House and gardens and The Newt gardens and spa hotel. There are many other charming towns nearby which together offer a wide range of shopping, cultural and sporting activities. These include Castle Cary, Wincanton, Sherborne, Shaftesbury and Wells with Bath, Bristol and Salisbury all being in easy reach. Communications are good with a small rail station in Bruton and mainline services at Castle Cary (Paddington) and Sherborne (Waterloo). The A303 a few miles south is the road link to London and Bristol international airport is well within an hours drive.