School Cottages, Barwick, Yeovil

A charming Grade II listed 3 bedroom cottage oozing with character, along with generous front and rear gardens, off-road parking, outbuilding, covered seating area and no onward chain.

The Dwelling - This delightful cottage offers a unique blend of historical character and modern convenience. Built in 1840, the property boasts a rich heritage, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate the charm of pre-1900 architecture.

The home features a welcoming sitting room with exposed hamstome walls and a multi-fuel burner, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The three well-proportioned bedrooms offer ample space for families/couples alike or those looking to create a comfortable home office or indeed retire to the West Country. The charming bathroom features a roll top bath and a separate shower catering to everyday needs.

In summary, this cottage presents a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of history in a lovely community. The charming features, practical layout and convenient parking are sure to attract those seeking a comfortable and characterful home.

Accommodation - The accommodation comprises a front entrance to a sitting room with original flagstones. These continue into the fitted kitchen / Breakfast room with integrated fridge and freezer and freestanding dishwasher. The utility room porch conveniently offers space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. From the kitchen, the curved staircase leads to the first-floor landing featuring a handcrafted stained-glass window. Upstairs, three bedrooms are complemented by a period-style oak-floored bathroom.

Outside - The property is set back off a quiet lane in Old Barwick, accessed through a wooden five-bar gate leading to off-road parking with a latch gate to the enclosed front garden.

The ninety-foot west-facing front garden is predominantly lawn with an herbaceous border running the full length on one side and a gravel path leading to the house on the other. Nestled within the trees and mature shrubs is a quaint arbour, a perfect seating area to enjoy the countryside views.

The sixty-foot east-facing rear garden is designed into three separate zones, a secluded gravel courtyard containing a timber pergola and framed planting area. Perfectly positioned to bathe in the morning sunshine. Steps lead up to a lawned area, whilst beyond is an outbuilding which, on one side, houses a useful storage and workshop room and on the other, an eating and entertainment bar area illuminated by the Somerset evening sun.

Situation - Barwick, being on the Somerset/Dorset border, provides the opportunity to experience country living and village life, yet still within a stone's throw of the regional centres of Yeovil, Sherborne and Dorchester.

Nearby Yeovil Country Park boasts 127 acres of beautiful countryside with its network of footpaths and waterways, riverside and woodland walks following the path of the River Yeo. The 20 acres that make up Ninesprings is believed to have been developed as an ornamental park for the Aldon Estate. You can enjoy plentiful walks leading to Aldon Park with wide open spaces, ideal for dog walking.

Yeovil has some excellent road and rail links across the south and to London, making this a very desirable countryside location. There are two mainline railway stations at Yeovil Junction and Pen Mill with frequent daily trains to Exeter, Bristol and London Waterloo. The town is also served by four international airports – Bristol, Exeter, Bournemouth and Cardiff, all within an hour’s drive.

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Services - Mains water, drainage and electricity.

Modern Infrared electric heaters, which hang discreetly as wall art and a mirror.

Material Information - Flood Risk: Very Low

Council Tax Band: C

Grade II Listed