South Street, Montacute, Somerset, TA15

An attractive period, link detached home constructed of local Hamstone and combining character features with modern touches.

An attractive period home constructed in 1850 from local Hamstone from Ham Hill and combining character features with modern touches. The property is part of the original build of Hamstone properties in the village.

The property boasts well-presented accommodation throughout. This comprises an inviting sitting room, centred around an attractive inglenook-style fireplace featuring a wood-burning stove and substantial stone mantel. The room enjoys plenty of natural light from dual-aspect windows fitted with news shutters and is newly carpeted and freshly painted in a tasteful neutral palette. Generous proportions provide ample space for comfortable seating,

A further reception room offers ample space for both dining and relaxation. Generously proportioned, and benefitting from under floor heating, it comfortably accommodates a family dining table alongside a seating area, making it an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining alike. A large window provides excellent natural light and has attractive fitted cupboards beneath, creating useful storage. An exposed brick chimney breast, together with tiled flooring add to the room’s charm.

The kitchen is appointed with a range of shaker-style units, providing ample cupboard and drawer storage, complemented by contrasting work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. The dishwasher and washing machine are integrated and there is space for a range cooker. The room enjoys an abundance of natural light from skylight windows in the vaulted ceiling and a stable door that opens to the garden room. The kitchen is complemented by the adjoining utility room has space for a tumble drier and fridge and makes an ideal boot room for may hobbies. There is a cloakroom off.

Beautiful column radiators complement the living room, dining room and kitchen, enhancing their period-inspired appeal.

The contemporary south facing garden room features a striking glazed roof and full-height sliding doors, creating a seamless connection between the home and rear garden. This versatile space provides an ideal setting for relaxation throughout the seasons and makes an ideal breakfast room and evening entertaining space
On the first floor are three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The main bedroom is well presented and benefits from built in storage and a large window that fills the room with natural light.

All bedrooms are served by the family bathroom which is fitted with a contemporary white suite comprising a panelled bath with glazed shower screen and rainfall shower over, vanity wash hand basin with storage beneath, and WC. Fully tiled walls are complemented by a heated towel radiator and patterned flooring.

SITUATION

The property is situated close to the heart of the popular village of Montacute. It is adjacent to Back Lane, which provides close and free access to Montacute House estate grounds.

The village itself justifiably lies within a conservation area and benefits from amenities including a shop, post office, fuel station, pub and hotel, church and village hall. The village is a popular location form families and is served by the popular All Saints Primary School.

The commercial centre of Yeovil is just 4 miles away with a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities on offer.

Transport links are good with the A303 trunk road just 2 miles distant and train stations within Yeovil offering regular rail services to cities including London, Exeter and Bristol.

OUTSIDE

To the front, the property benefits from a low-maintenance garden enclosed by wrought-iron railings with gated access from the pavement. A wisteria adds colour and established planting softens the frontage. To one side, mature hedging offers good screening for the rear courtyard and creates a pleasant outdoor setting with space for potted plants and decorative landscaping. A useful timber store provides practical external storage for recycling containers.

To the rear, an attractive courtyard garden provides a private and sheltered outdoor space, ideally suited to al fresco dining and entertaining. Stone walls and hedging create a pleasant backdrop, whilst the paved terrace offers space for outdoor seating. The courtyard also benefits from useful garden stores and direct access from the garden room. A side gate provides access to the front of the property. There is an EV charger in the rear garden.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

We understand that all mains services are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Council Tax: Somerset Council - Band B.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Broadband: FTTP —Ultrafast full fibre broadband is available—highest available download speed 1600 Mbps, highest available upload speed 115 Mbps.

Mobile: Available via EE, O2, 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 flooding and a very low risk from Surface Water flooding. (GOV.UK)