Fordgate, Bridgwater, Somerset

Fairway is a most impressive three bedroomed detached bungalow that has been completely upgraded by the current owners. The property occupies a surprisingly large corner plot with two gated driveways which offer parking for several vehicles in addition to a detached garage to the rear.

THE PROPERTY
The accommodation is spacious and light throughout and provides flexible living space to comprise front entrance with reception and cloak hanging cupboard with an internal door opening into an inner hallway.

The sitting room is off to the side and includes a large bay window with views out across the front garden area. A feature wood burning stove set on a slate hearth. Oak flooring extends across.

The kitchen has been upgraded and fitted with a contemporary style of high gloss wall and base units. A range of integrated appliances include a dish washer and full height fridge/freezer.
There is a large double oven with LPG gas hob over and a stainless-steel extractor hood above. Further space available for an American fridge/freezer.
To the far side a breakfast bar runs along with a space for a washing machine. A solid fuel Rayburn provides further cooking.

Beyond an inner lobby continues into a useful utility room with access out to the rear garden and terrace. A further range of storage units and a housekeeper’s cupboard to one side, houses the oil fired boiler.

The dining room set just off the kitchen is exceptionally sunny and light with a recently added fully automated sky light with remote blinds.
A large bay window enjoys views of the front garden area.

An impressive principal bedroom suite with a further skylight and bifold doors opening out to a private sun terrace and seating area.
The ensuite shower room is beautifully appointed with a large walk-in shower and attractive tiling. An inner door opens into the dressing room with a range of built in wardrobe storage.

There are two further double bedrooms and a large family bathroom including a corner bath, and walk-in shower all of which is finished to a high standard.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Fairway occupies an exceptionally spacious corner plot with a double gated front entrance with an extended gravelled parking area to the side.

The front lawn area is bordered by mature hedging offering a degree of privacy with wonderful views across open countryside beyond.
The tarmac drive continues to the front entrance of the house.

The main garden area lies to the rear of the property to include a variety of established ornamental trees and shrubs providing colour and interest. There are two sun terraces that extend across from the rear of the house providing excellent outside entertaining and seating areas.
A log store is placed down the side area. To the far side a large summer house can be seen with an additional garden store to the side.
To the far end of the garden is a further double gated entrance with a driveway leading up to a substantial detached wooden garage with power and lighting.

SITUATION
The property is surrounded by glorious open countryside set within the hamlet of Fordgate which lies some 5 miles south of the market town of Bridgwater. Local facilities include a church, Inn and village hall in the adjacent village of Moorland.

The M5 motorway junction 24 is within 3 miles thus facilitating communications north of Bristol and south to the county town of Taunton. Local facilities are also available at the small town of North Petherton and Bridgwater, both within 2 miles.

There are a comprehensive range of shopping facilities and a range of private and state schools in Taunton, along with a mainline rail link to London, Paddington.

Tenure
Freehold

SERVICES
Oil fired central heating
Mains electricity, water
Coal fired Rayburn, multi-fuel Aga
Drainage to private Matrix Sewage Treatment Plant

Local Authority
Somerset Council
Council tax band E

EPC band D