Tor Hole, Chewton Mendip, Somerset, BA3

A characterful four bedroom detached cottage set in just over half an acre, occupying a wonderful rural position near Chewton Mendip with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Offering scope for some further modernisation, the property has already benefited from significant improvements including air source heating, solar panels, roof works and improved insulation. EPC rating C.

The Cottage is an attractive detached home with plenty of traditional character, providing accommodation of approximately 1,567 sq ft arranged over two floors. Although there is scope for a new owner to update areas such as the kitchen and bathroom, the property has benefited from a number of important improvements in recent years, including the installation of an air source heating system and solar panels, replastering, additional loft insulation and the roof having been refelted and battened.

The entrance opens into a central hallway with stairs rising to the first floor and access to the principal ground floor rooms.

The kitchen/dining room is a good-sized and sociable space, with room for a dining table and windows looking out towards the surrounding countryside. The kitchen is fitted with a range of timber units and incorporates attractive character features including exposed stonework and ceiling timbers. Whilst perfectly functional, it provides an opportunity for a purchaser to update the room to their own taste.

In addition, is a separate utility room, providing useful additional storage and practical space for appliances.

The sitting room is particularly characterful and extends to approximately 20 ft in length. Exposed ceiling beams and a substantial stone fireplace housing a wood-burning stove give the room a traditional cottage feel, while windows provide plenty of natural light.

Furthermore, there is a conservatory, which measures approximately 19 ft in length and provides an additional reception space overlooking and opening onto the garden.

On the first floor, the landing leads to four bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is a comfortable double room with windows to two elevations and built-in storage. There are three further bedrooms, offering flexibility for family accommodation, guests or home working, with several enjoying particularly attractive views across the surrounding countryside. The bathroom is fitted with a traditional suite comprising bath, WC and wash hand basin and, like the kitchen, provides scope for updating to suit a new owner’s requirements.

Throughout the cottage there are reminders of its character and history, including exposed beams, stonework, deep window reveals and traditional timber doors, combining well with the more recent improvements that have already been made to the property.

OUTSIDE
The setting is undoubtedly one of the property’s greatest assets. The Cottage occupies a wonderful rural position at Tor Hole, surrounded by rolling countryside and enjoying superb views across adjoining pasture and open fields.

The property stands within grounds extending to just over half an acre, providing a generous amount of outside space and a lovely sense of separation and privacy. The gardens extend around the cottage and comprise a mixture of lawn, established trees, mature hedging and planting, together with more natural areas that complement the rural surroundings.

A paved terrace adjoining the conservatory provides space for outdoor seating, while a timber garden shed offers useful storage.

To the front is a gravelled area providing off-road parking and access to the house. The attractive stone elevations, traditional tiled roof and climbing foliage give the cottage plenty of character on arrival, with solar panels positioned on the roof.

Beyond the gardens, the outlook opens across neighbouring fields and rolling countryside, creating an especially attractive backdrop and reinforcing the property’s rural setting.

The sought-after village of Chewton Mendip lies in a convenient position north of Wells and is 15.5 miles to both Bristol and Bath. The village has a primary school with an outdoor heated swimming pool and an enviable reputation, as well as a good community spirit. Further facilities include a pre-school, a village hall, a church, a public house and The Mendip Pantry – a family run café and village store. Chewton Mendip is situated within the Mendip Hills, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Wells is a short drive to the south, where there are excellent secondary schools, namely Wells Cathedral School and The Blue School. Mainline railway stations are within easy reach at Castle Cary, Bristol & Bath with direct links to London.