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The Carriages, Woods Drive, Castle Cary

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

1,717 sq ft

160 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Floorplan 1Floorplan 2
2

Key features

  • Detached four-bedroom home of approximately 1,717 sq. ft.
  • Exceptional 33 ft. open-plan kitchen, dining and family room
  • Separate sitting room and dedicated study
  • Principal and second bedrooms each with an en-suite shower room
  • Detached double garage and two additional parking spaces
  • Air source heat pump, electric-car charging point and full-fibre connection
  • Predicted energy assessment: B
  • Walking distance to the town centre and the railway station

Description

THE MALMESBURY, WOODS DRIVE, CASTLE CARY, SOMERSET, BA7 7GW

An impressive detached four-bedroom home within The Carriages Development, a thoughtfully planned new development in Castle Cary. 

Its broad, double-fronted design is matched by particularly well-balanced accommodation, including a superb open-plan family kitchen, a separate sitting room, a useful study, four good bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms.

An enclosed garden, detached double garage and further parking provide excellent practicality.

Accommodation
A welcoming central entrance hall gives the house an immediately balanced feel. To one side is a comfortable sitting room, while a separate study provides a quiet and properly proportioned place to work from home. Across the rear is the outstanding kitchen, dining and family room, a sociable space extending to approximately 33 ft. in length. The kitchen is supported by a separate utility room, and the ground floor also includes a cloakroom and useful built-in storage.

The first floor is arranged around a central landing. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room, while bedroom two also has its own en-suite. There are two further comfortable bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Outside
The house has a private rear garden, supplied rotavated and with an outside tap. A detached double garage is accompanied by two additional parking spaces. The specification also includes an electric car charging point and power and lighting to the garage.

Specification
The house has an individually designed Omega kitchen with integrated appliances, Roca sanitaryware, oak cottage-style internal doors and fitted wardrobes to the principal bedroom. Energy and technology features include an air source heat pump, electric-car charging point and full-fibre connection. The home has a predicted B energy assessment and will be covered by a ten-year NHBC or LABC warranty.

The Development
The Carriages is an attractive new collection of individually designed two, three, four and five-bedroom homes in Castle Cary. The development combines traditional architectural character with well-planned contemporary accommodation, modern technology and an energy-conscious specification. Its landscaped setting has been conceived with biodiversity in mind, incorporating green spaces, wildlife-friendly planting, bird and bat boxes and connections to the surrounding network of footpaths.

The position places the amenities of this handsome Somerset market town within easy reach. Castle Cary has a strong independent identity, with local shops, cafes, pubs, schools and its well-known Market House, while The Newt in Somerset and the surrounding countryside offer excellent opportunities for walking and days out. Castle Cary railway station is approximately one mile away and provides direct services to London Paddington, Bristol and Exeter. Road connections are equally convenient, with the A371 linking to the A303 and the wider South West.

About Redcliffe Homes
Redcliffe Homes has more than 40 years' experience creating new homes. At The Carriages, the developer's approach brings together individual design, traditional detailing and modern building technology, with an emphasis on quality, sustainability and day-to-day practicality. Purchasers may also be able to choose selected kitchens, tiles and finishes, subject to the stage of construction.

Each home is inspected throughout construction and will be registered with either the NHBC or LABC. The resulting ten-year warranty provides structural cover, with Redcliffe Homes responsible for the first two years after completion. A home demonstration and comprehensive information pack are provided as part of the handover process.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. 
Air Source Heat Pump. 
Full Fibre to the Premises.
Tenure: Freehold
Energy Performance Rating: Predicted B
Council Tax Band: tbc

Important Notes
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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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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Enclosed garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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The Carriages, Woods Drive, Castle Cary

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£3,135
Property: £ 625,000
Deposit: £ 62,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Roderick Thomas, Castle Cary

2 High Street Castle Cary BA7 7AW
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Roderick Thomas was founded on a simple idea: tell the truth, work hard, and don’t stop until the job is done. With over 50 years in the profession, we’ve earned a reputation for delivering results where others fall short. We’re not here to flatter or overpromise—we’re here to advise, to act, and to make sure your sale or purchase runs exactly as it should. We understand the local market from many years of experience, and we apply that knowledge to every valuation, negotiation, and completion. We deal with properties of various types and prices, and we bring the same quality of expertise and attention to all. We believe in doing things properly. This isn’t just about listings—it’s about getting the best outcome for every client, every time.

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on cc@roderickthomas.co.uk or by telephone on 01963 351993.

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