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Lower Chillington, Ilminster

PROPERTY TYPE

Cottage

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Detached Character Cottage in Idyllic Quiet Location
  • Stunning Country Views
  • Gardens and Woodland of Approximately 0.9 Acres
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Snug with Multi Fuel Burner
  • Modern Fitted Kitchen/Diner
  • Three Double Bedrooms
  • Bathroom and En-Suite Shower Room
  • Garage and Workshop and Ample Off Road Parking
  • Garden Room/Office

Description

Set in an unrivalled and idyllic rural location, this charming detached character cottage enjoys breathtaking countryside views and beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland extending to approximately 0.71 acres. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful country living while benefiting from generous parking, a garage, and an exceptional sense of privacy.

Sympathetically extended and thoughtfully improved, the cottage seamlessly blends period charm with modern comforts. The heart of the home features a stylish fitted kitchen, while a cosy snug with a multi-fuel burner provides the perfect space to relax. A spacious living room, enhanced by large picture windows and patio doors, captures the stunning rural outlook and fills the home with natural light. A versatile ground-floor principal bedroom with en-suite shower room adds further practicality and convenience.

Upstairs, there are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a separate WC, all enjoying the character and warmth synonymous with a traditional country home.

In recent years, the property has undergone significant enhancements while carefully preserving its original charm and character. The result is a light-filled and welcoming family home that offers both comfort and versatility.

Outside, the attractive gardens have been thoughtfully designed to complement the surrounding woodland setting, creating a series of delightful spaces for relaxation and entertaining. A detached garden room/home office provides an ideal workspace or studio, while the various landscaped areas combine to create a truly tranquil countryside retreat.

Entrance Porch

Half glazed door to front, side and front aspect windows with countryside views, quarry tiled floor and doors to kitchen and entrance hall.

Entrance Hall

9' 1'' x 9' 10'' (2.77m x 2.99m)

Stairs to first floor with decorative balustrade and hand rail, under stairs cupboard, radiator and door to snug and kitchen.

Living Room

20' 2'' x 14' 9'' (6.14m x 4.49m)

A most interesting room with sliding full height double glazed patio doors with lovely views of the countryside, front and rear aspect double glazed windows, wood burning stove, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and steelworks, TV point, radiator and doors to rear garden and master bedroom.

Snug/Dining Room

15' 8'' x 9' 11'' (4.77m x 3.02m)

Two front aspect double glazed windows with countryside views, window seat, inglenook fireplace with inset multifuel burner set on flagstone hearth and radiator.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

15' 0'' x 14' 0'' (4.57m x 4.26m)

Rear aspect double glazed window, double glazed french doors opening to the patio with countryside views. Fitted kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with granite worktops over, Smeg stainless steel sink unit, Smeg dual fuel cooker with extractor hood, larder unit, plumbing for dishwasher, plumbing for washing machine, space for American style fridge/freezer, tiled splash backs and radiator.

Utility Room

9' 1'' x 5' 7'' (2.77m x 1.70m)

Plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer or fridge/freezer and oil fired boiler providing hybrid central heating and hot water, double bowl Butler style sink, WC and Air Source Heat Pump controls.

Master Bedroom

17' 8'' x 10' 1'' (5.38m x 3.07m)

Front aspect double glazed window, double glazed door to side opening to parterre garden, vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, built in wardrobe and radiator.

En-Suite Shower Room

Rear aspect double glazed window, fully tiled shower (Aqualisa), pedestal wash hand basin, WC, extractor fan and heated towel rail.

FIRST FLOOR

Gallery Landing

Front aspect double glazed window, decorative balustrade and hand rail, exposed beams, airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder and access to roof space.

Bedroom Two

15' 5'' x 13' 8'' (4.70m x 4.16m)

Front and rear aspect double glazed window with countryside views, laid to carpet and radiator.

Bedroom Three

14' 10'' x 9' 11'' (4.52m x 3.02m)

Front aspect double glazed window with countryside views, magnificient solid elm exposed floorboards, storage cupboard and radiator.

Bathroom

Front aspect double glazed window with countryside views, bath with Aqualisa shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled floor, tiled splash backs and heated towel rail.

Separate WC

Rear aspect double glazed window, low level WC, tiled floor and heated towel rail.

Parking

Block paved parking area to front and side of garage with gate leading to front door and gate to the car port and workshop.

Garage

14' 9'' x 11' 1'' (4.49m x 3.38m)

Electric roller door to front, power, lighting and loft storage space.

Garden Room/Office

13' 5'' x 11' 9'' (4.09m x 3.58m)

Insulated room with French doors and full width windows offering extensive countryside views, with decked area to front, laminate flooring, power, lighting, telephone point and wall mounted electric heater.

Garden

The garden has been designed to create a tranquil place and is arranged over different levels laid to lawn with natural stone retaining walls and an array of shrubs, trees and paths leading to secluded garden areas with patio, pergola and decorative pavilion. There is an additional paved patio to the front of the house which leads to a lovely parterre garden with central water feature. There is a timber framed potting and storage shed with cobbled path to the garden room/office. Another path leads into a woodland garden with mature trees and shrubs. The path leads to the top of the garden and follows the full length of the boundary hedge. Two well positioned sitting areas give outstanding views towards the Blackdown Hills and the sunset.

Visitor Parking Area

Opposite the property, a further parking area with a hardstanding provides space for multiple vehicles whilst a wooded area adjacent provides a tranquil area for contemplation.

The grounds extend to 0.71 acre. The location offers privacy and seclusion in a rural setting with the garden providing variety and colour throughout the year.

AGENTS NOTE

We have a simple goal to provide you with an exceptional level of service, combining good old fashioned values with cutting edge marketing for your home. We are passionate about the local area and are always looking for ways to support our local community. Covering Yeovil, Sherborne, Crewkerne, Martock, South Petherton, Chard and Ilminster, along with surrounding towns and villages. We offer a full range of services including Sales, Lettings, Independent Financial Advice and conveyancing. In fact everything that you could need to help you move.

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£3,761
Property: £ 750,000
Deposit: £ 75,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Orchards Estates, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon

Unit 11 North Street Workshops Stoke-Sub-Hamdon TA14 6QR
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Orchards Estates Somerset Ltd has been a leading name in the West Country property market since its establishment in 2014. Over the years, the company has built a strong reputation, consistently growing and evolving to become one of Somerset’s most respected estate agents. With a dedicated and highly motivated team, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and exceeding client expectations.

Recognized for excellence, Orchards Estates Somerset Ltd has received numerous local and regional awards for outstanding customer service. Our primary goal is to provide a seamless, professional experience when buying or selling your property, ensuring that every step is handled with care and expertise.

When you choose us as your agent, you can trust that we will be there whenever you need us—offering support, guidance, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for you.

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