Rimpton Road, Marston Magna, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22

A charming 4 bedroom detached Grade II listed village house of considerable character, set within delightful mature gardens of approximately one third of an acre, offered with no onward chain.


Offered with no chain and scope for modernisation, Ashe House is a charming Grade II listed village house believed to date in part from the 16th century, offering a wealth of period character alongside generous and versatile accommodation. Constructed of stone beneath a thatched roof, the property retains many original features including exposed beams, oak panelling, leaded light windows, window seats, inglenook fireplaces and traditional latch doors.
The impressive arched oak front door opens into a welcoming reception hall, leading through to the magnificent sitting room, an elegant and atmospheric space centred around a substantial inglenook fireplace. Rich oak panelling, exposed timbers and views over the gardens combine to create a wonderfully characterful principal reception room. Adjoining the drawing room is a study with fireplace and direct access to the terrace, whilst the adjoining dining room enjoys a dual aspect, another impressive inglenook fireplace and a charming recessed window seat.
The kitchen/breakfast room is positioned to the rear of the house and enjoys a dual aspect overlooking the gardens. Fitted with timber cabinetry, the room provides ample storage together with an oil-fired two oven AGA, separate integrated oven and space for everyday dining. A cleverly concealed utility area offers space and plumbing for laundry appliances. Also on the ground floor is a useful bedroom, which may offer potential for incorporation into the kitchen, subject to the necessary consents, together with a shower room, cloakroom and additional storage.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom enjoys a delightful triple aspect with views across the gardens. Three further bedrooms, all displaying attractive period detailing, are served by a family bathroom. The property offers considerable scope for sympathetic updating and enhancement, allowing a purchaser to create a superb family home.

Agents Note
A quote for the upgrading of the thatch is available upon request.

Services and Outgoings
Mains water, electric and drainage.  Oil fired central heating

Additional Information
Broadband: FTTP—Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1000 Mbps, highest available upload speed 1000 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

Marston Magna is a thriving and attractive South Somerset village comprising a mixture of period houses and cottages centred around the parish church, village hall and popular public house. The nearby village of Queen Camel provides day-to-day amenities including a village shop, café and public house.
The surrounding countryside is characterised by gently rolling farmland and offers excellent opportunities for walking, riding and cycling. The Abbey town of Sherborne provides an excellent range of shopping, cultural and recreational facilities, together with a mainline railway station, whilst the larger commercial centre of Yeovil is also within easy reach.
Communications are excellent, with convenient access to the A303 linking the South West with London and the Home Counties. Mainline rail services are available from Sherborne (Waterloo to Exeter) and Castle Cary (Paddington to the West Country).
The area is particularly well regarded for its educational provision, with an excellent choice of state and independent schools including Sherborne School, Sherborne Girls, Sherborne Prep, Leweston, Hazlegrove, Millfield, Perrott Hill and Bryanston.
The surrounding area offers a wide range of sporting and leisure pursuits including golf at Sherborne and Yeovil, racing at Wincanton, Salisbury and Bath, together with sailing and coastal activities along the nearby Jurassic Coast.

Set within gardens and grounds of approximately one third of an acre, Ashe House enjoys an established and private setting. The property is approached via a tarmac driveway providing ample parking and access to a detached double garage constructed of stone beneath a clay tiled roof. The garage benefits from power, light, water supply, an inspection pit and useful storage, whilst a range of adjoining stone outbuildings provide further storage.
The mature gardens are a particular feature of the property and have been beautifully established over many years. A stone terrace extends from the house and provides an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining, with steps leading to sweeping lawned gardens. A delightful stone-edged pond, orchard planting and an abundance of mature trees, shrubs and flowering borders create an attractive and private setting. The front elevation is especially picturesque, adorned with wisteria and framed by attractive planting which enhances the quintessential charm of the cottage.
Ashe House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic village home of considerable character, offering beautifully proportioned accommodation, established gardens and excellent potential in a sought-after South Somerset village.