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Roderick Thomas Estate Agents - Castle Cary
Pithers Yard, High Street, Castle Cary
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01963 351958
 

Full Details for 3 Bedroom Detached for sale in Castle Cary, BA7 :

A charming DETACHED property dating back to the 19c with character and period details with modern contemporary elements. The accommodation comprises: Hall, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Diner, Three Double Bedrooms, En-Suite Shower Room and a Family Bathroom. Gardens, Garage/Workshop, Parking.

CHRISTMAS COTTAGE, STATION ROAD, CASTLE CARY, BA7 7BX

About the Area
Castle Cary lies in beautiful unspoilt countryside and is undeniably one of the most sought after small towns in Somerset. The town is characterised by period buildings constructed of the distinctive honey coloured stone for which the area is well known. It remains a delightful small market town with a number of traditional shops and boutiques within the Conservation Area in which a policy of strict planning control operates to prevent inappropriate development. These shops cater for most everyday needs and include, doctors surgery, chemist, bakers, banks, independent supermarket, butcher, library, galleries, restaurants and public houses.

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Shaftesbury, Glastonbury, Street, Wells, Frome, Wincanton, Sherborne and Yeovil are all close by and offer further amenities. Salisbury, Taunton, Bath and Bristol are also within easy driving distance. On the edge of Castle Cary is the railway station with its direct line to Paddington, and the A303 road link is only a few miles south. There are excellent state schools in the area - Ansford Academy boasts excellent exam grades and independent schools include the Sherborne and Bruton schools, Millfield, Wells Cathedral, Hazelgrove, Port Regis and St. Mary's Shaftesbury. For more information on this area in general and individual schools visit our website www.roderickthomas.co.uk and locate property by price order. Open full details and click on \"schools\".

Accommodation
Christmas Cottage is conveniently placed within walking distance of all local amenities and enjoys a slightly elevated position with secure gardens, garage and parking. The interior has been stylishly decorated and includes ledge and brace painted doors with metal latches, wooden panelling and a pleasing neutral colour palette throughout. Ornate metal gates lead from Station Road to the front of the property, and the pathway continues through the lawns to the wooden door with viewing panel. The HALLWAY has a window and attractive light stone effect tiles, coat hook shelf and stairs rising to first floor and an under stairs storage cupboard.

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There is a useful area currently housing a study desk. The front facing triple aspect SITTING ROOM has three wooden painted sash windows, and is a very comfortable room with original flagstone flooring and cornice. It has an efficient open Jetmaster fire with a stone hearth and period style wooden surround. An alcove to one side has shelving and a cupboard beneath.

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The extremely well equipped and spacious KITCHEN/DINER has plenty of light from the dual aspect windows and double doors leading to the garden. The stone effect tiles continue to this room, beneath which is under floor heating. There is a good range of shaker style base units with brushed steel handles, above which is a hard wearing polished sandstone worktop. There is a one and a half bowl ceramic sink unit and integral appliances including a Miele dishwasher, separate fridge and freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and wine cooler. The Flavel 8 ring gas hob with electric grill and ovens has an attractive built-in shelving unit and decorative plinth unit to either side and above. To one end of this 'L' shaped kitchen is the dining area, which has painted wooden panelling and banquette bench seating which incorporates practical lift-up storage.

First Floor
The first floor has a LANDING with a deep silled window and THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS all with wood painted wardrobes with hanging space, shelving and storage space. Of the three the MASTER BEDROOM, which is dual aspect, has an excellent range of fitted wardrobes and an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM incorporating a concealed white WC within painted wooden panelling, a shower cubicle, and a contemporary floating vanity unit with cupboard below, splash back tiling and wall mounted radiator/towel rail.The FAMILY BATHROOM has a window to the side garden, concealed WC, panelled bath, corner basin within a vanity unit and a wall mounted ladder style radiator.

Outside
The gardens surround Christmas Cottage and are mainly laid to lawn, some with sleeper edging, and are easily maintained. The front has an established ornamental tree and stone boundary wall, the whole is surrounded by wooden fencing making it a secure place for children and pets. To the rear is a pedestrian gate and door to the GARAGE/WORKSHOP which has electric up-and-over doors, power, light and private gravelled parking area. The double garage is a good size and easily houses a car and with plenty of space for a workbench and mower storage. The approach to the rear garage and parking leads through a lane and shared driveway off Victoria Park.

Directions
From the centre of Castle Cary, continue down the High Street. At the bottom of the street, turn Right. At the next T junction, turn left. Christmas Cottage will be found on the Right after approximately 0.2 miles.

Important Notice
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. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property. Ref: 4435


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Stations Nearby

Templecombe
7.5 miles
Castle Cary
0.8 miles
Bruton
3.5 miles

Schools Nearby

Bruton School for Girls
2.2 miles
Wells Cathedral School
10.1 miles
Chilton Cantelo School
7.6 miles
Castle Cary Community Primary School
0.2 miles
Sunny Hill Preparatory School
2.2 miles
Ditcheat Primary School
2.6 miles
King's Bruton
3.1 miles
Ansford School
0.8 miles
Sexey's School - A Church of England Academy
2.6 miles