Doulting, Shepton Mallet, BA4

DESCRIPTION

A Grade II listed cottage situated in the heart of the Mendip village of Doulting. Built in Doulting stone (c.1901) and retaining many delightful period features, the property is offered for sale with no onward chain

Upon entering the property to the side, you will see an abundance of character features. An oak staircase leading to the first floor and Blue Lias flagstone floor which leads through to the kitchen and sitting room. The sitting room is dual aspect with mullion windows to the front and side creating a light and airy space. A stone fireplace provides a central focus point built with local stone with inset multi stove. Blue Lias flagstone flooring finishes off this welcoming and characterful space. The kitchen is located to the rear of the property with access to the shared path with steps up to the rear garden, fitted with a range of modern base, drawer units with granite work surface incorporating one and a half-inset sink with mixer tap. There is an integrated electric hob and built in double oven with plumbing for dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. A multi fuel Rayburn provides the hot water and heating.

On the first floor landing the charm continues with exposed floorboards and wooden staircase leading to the second floor. Panelled doors give to the main bedroom and bathroom. The impressive bathroom consists of freestanding roll top bath, shower cubicle, wash hand basin sent into vanity unit and wc. The mullion window overlooks the garden. A built-in airing cupboard provides storage. The main bedroom is of good size allowing plenty of space for furniture with exposed floorboards and ornate feature fireplace and dual aspect mullion windows. On the second floor are bedrooms 2 and 3. Bedroom 2 is a double with hatch to roof space, exposed floorboards, mullion window and access to eaves storage. Bedroom 3, a single provides an ideal bedroom or office space.

OUTSIDE

The stable door from the kitchen leads to the communal pathway providing a right of access across the adjoining houses. Stone steps then give access to the raised courtyard garden, which provides a low maintenance garden large enough for pots and a patio set to enjoy the sun. There is a useful stone outbuilding with plumbing for washing machine. Whilst there is no allocated off-road parking, on-road parking is often available in Farm Road, Church Lane or Chelynch Road.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Heating and hot water Is provided via the multi fuel Rayburn. Council Tax Band B.

LOCATION

The pretty Mendip village of Doulting is steeped in history and is home to a variety of interesting and most attractive period properties, recreation field, 12th Century church and an excellent primary school (St. Aldhelm's C of E). Located within commuting distance of Shepton Mallet, Wells and Frome with a mainline station to London. The larger centres of Bristol and Bath are also within travelling distance.