3 CUMNOCK TERRACE, CASTLE CARY, SOMERSET, BA7 7HY
A charming four-storey townhouse set in a convenient location close to the centre of Castle Cary.
The accommodation includes a sitting room, dining room, kitchen, first-floor sitting room, three bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms.
To the rear of the property, there is a peaceful sun-trap courtyard, parking and further mature gardens beyond.
Accommodation
3 Cumnock Terrace is a handsome and characterful four-storey townhouse occupying a convenient position within easy reach of the centre of Castle Cary. Offering surprisingly versatile accommodation arranged over four floors, the property combines period charm with practical family living and benefits from a delightful courtyard garden, further mature gardens and private parking.
The house is primarily entered on the lower ground floor, where the kitchen forms the heart of the home. Fitted with a Belfast sink, an electric Belling range cooker and ample work surfaces, the room is full of character, enhanced by a charming brick archway and traditional flagstone flooring. A door opens directly onto the courtyard garden, creating an easy connection between inside and out. Adjoining the kitchen is a dining room, also with access to the courtyard, which flows naturally into the sitting room. This welcoming space features recessed display niches and shelving and is a relaxed, sociable environment ideal for everyday living. A generous pantry beneath the staircase provides excellent storage and space for additional appliances.
A staircase rises to the upper ground floor, where a beautiful stained-glass door adds further period character. On this level is an elegant sitting room, filled with natural light and centred around an attractive fireplace, with built-in storage to either side. Beyond, double doors open into a cosy snug, also featuring a fireplace and a sash window overlooking the rear garden.
The first floor provides a spacious principal bedroom enjoying lovely views across open fields to the front. The room retains much of its original character, including a feature fireplace and large sash windows. Also on this floor is a charming family bathroom fitted with a roll-top bath, wash basin, WC, heated towel rail and exposed timber floorboards.
On the second floor are two further bedrooms, both enjoying elevated views over the surrounding area. Original features continue throughout, including fireplaces and rooflights that bring natural light into the upper floor accommodation.
Outside
Outside, the enclosed courtyard garden immediately behind the house enjoys a wonderfully sheltered and peaceful atmosphere. Honey-coloured stone walls create a warm backdrop for an abundance of climbing roses and honeysuckle, while a collection of mature pots and planted containers, including a fig tree and Japanese weeping willow, add colour and interest throughout the seasons. It is a delightful spot for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the afternoon sun.
Beyond the courtyard, and accessed across the driveway through a charming jasmine-covered archway, lies the main garden. Predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by mature trees and deep flower beds, it offers a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. A productive vegetable garden with raised beds and archways provides ample opportunity for keen gardeners, whilst a traditional stone outbuilding and separate potting shed sit alongside the private parking area.
About the area
Castle Cary is described by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, the eminent architectural historian, as Somerset's prettiest town, set in beautiful, unspoilt countryside. The town is characterised by period buildings constructed of the distinctive honey-coloured stone for which the area is well known. It remains a delightful small market town with several traditional shops and boutiques within the Conservation Area, and a policy of strict planning control operates to prevent inappropriate development. These shops cater for most everyday needs whilst Shaftesbury, Glastonbury, Street, Wells, Frome, Wincanton, Sherborne and Yeovil are all close by and Salisbury, Taunton, Bath and Bristol are within easy driving distance.
“The Newt in Somerset”, just outside Castle Cary, is home to beautiful countryside walks set on the grounds of a Georgian country estate. The estate has a Hotel & Spa, a Farm shop, restaurants and a house & garden shop. Castle Cary itself now also boasts The Rio D'oro Italian and The Creamery, two well-regarded recent additions to its growing food scene.
On the outskirts of Castle Cary is the railway station with its direct line to Paddington, and the A303 Road link is a few miles south. There are excellent state schools in the area - Ansford Academy boasts excellent exam grades, and independent schools include the Sherborne and Bruton schools, Millfield, Wells Cathedral, Hazelgrove and Port Regis.
Services
Mains gas, water, drainage, and electricity.
Tenure: Freehold.
Energy Performance Rating: tbc
Council Tax Band: C.
Important Notes
Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements
Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements
As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.
We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.
The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.
Property Details
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 measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.
Viewings
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All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.
Roderick Thomas, 2 High Street, Castle Cary, BA7 7AW
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