3 Bedroom Detached for sale in Shepton Mallet, BA4
Alhampton, Alhampton, Shepton Mallet, BA4£395,000
Agent details
This property is listed with:
Pithers Yard, High Street, Castle Cary
- Telephone:
- 01963 351958
Full Details for 3 Bedroom Detached for sale in Shepton Mallet, BA4 :
An immaculately presented detached cottage nestled in a 'No Through' lane. This 300 year old property offers versatile and stylish accommodation including Sitting Room, Study/Snug, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Hobby Room/Bedroom 3, 2 Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom, Workshop, Parking, Charming Gardens.
THE SAFTEYLIGHT HOUSE, ALHAMPTON, SOMERSET, BA4 6PZ
About the area
The property is situated in a delightful position in the heart of the sought after village of Alhampton. The quiet, rural village has an active community of all ages and benefits from a popular pub, active church, and is surrounded by beautiful countryside walks. Alhampton is located just outside the village of Ditcheat, which is also a very popular and ancient village 10 miles south of Wells and 3 miles north of Castle Cary with its main line rail service to London. These and the other nearby towns of Glastonbury & Bruton all offer ample facilities. The village has a farm shop providing all the essentials including newspapers, a primary school, a fine Grade I Listed church, and a particularly popular pub and restaurant. The village is nowadays best known as the home of Paul Nicholls' Racing Stables. There are good state and independent schools in the area including Wells Cathedral, Millfield, Sherborne, Hazelgrove and the Bruton schools.
Accommodation
'The Safetylight House' is so named because of the small window high within a stone wall which once held a lit lantern to guide villagers across the nearby fields to the green lane on which stands this charming home.Footpaths, bridleways and countryside walks are all within a few minutes stroll from the property, as is the well regarded village pub.A solid wood door with glass viewing panel opens to the quarry tiled ENTRANCE LOBBY, which is an ideal space for coats, muddy boots and wet dogs. The comfortable SITTING ROOM has dual aspect deep silled windows, with window seats, which overlook the pretty side garden and green lane. To one wall is a large stone inglenook fireplace, with impressive bressumer beam over and open fire within, complete with log storage.
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A half etched door leads through to the light, bright and spacious KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, which has a vaulted ceiling, three deep silled windows and double doors to the rear garden. There are painted base units with wooden worktops and attractive splash back tiling, a cream Gas AGA, wall shelves, plate racks and space for a dishwasher and upright fridge freezer. Further storage is provided for with dressers, pantry cupboards and glazed wall cupboards (these items are all negotiable). Marmoleum slate effect flooring.Also from the sitting room is a door to the STUDY/SNUG which has two windows overlooking the parking courtyard and stairs rising to the first floor. Next to the study/snug and down a few shallow steps is a versatile THIRD BEDROOM which is currently used as a spacious HOBBY/UTILITY ROOM. With a separate half glazed stable door to outside this room is ideal for a teenager or indeed guest accommodation.
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The stairs rise and turn to the LANDING, where there is a useful deep storage cupboard and access to loft.The TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM are both spacious and each have a garden and countryside outlook with views over the village and to the distant hills. One of these bedrooms has window seats to the dual aspect windows, also fitted wooden painted wardrobe cupboards with hanging space, shelving and storage within, and loft access. The other also has built-in storage cupboards. The larger than average BATHROOM has good light from the two dual aspect windows. There is a white WC and pedestal basin, along with a white bath with painted side panelling which continues around all walls. Spacious fitted airing cupboard with shelving. Period style towel rail radiator and slate effect ceramic flooring. Loft access.
Garden
The charming and abundant gardens are a particular delight, and surround the property on all sides. The main garden has brick paved and shingle pathways leading to private and secluded seating areas. There are numerous raised vegetable beds, well stocked flower and shrub borders and a productive GREENHOUSE. The garden is surrounded by well kept hedges and there are numerous attractive elements including pergolas of climbers, an apple arch, box parterres and painted picket fences. Outside courtesy lights and taps.To one side of the property is a private gravelled parking area for at least three vehicles and a wooden stable OUTBUILDING currently used as a WORKSHOP and storage space.
Further Details
Services: Mains Water, Gas & Electricity. Mains Drainage. Gas AGA & Heating.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax: Band E. Mendip District Council.
Directions
Leave Castle Cary on the A371 signposted to Shepton Mallet. After the Train Station take the first left signposted to Ditcheat and follow the road into Alhampton. Just before the pub which will be on your left, turn left into the 'No Through Road'. Follow the lane for approximately 500 yards and the property will be found on your left hand side next to our 'For Sale' board.
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.
THE SAFTEYLIGHT HOUSE, ALHAMPTON, SOMERSET, BA4 6PZ
About the area
The property is situated in a delightful position in the heart of the sought after village of Alhampton. The quiet, rural village has an active community of all ages and benefits from a popular pub, active church, and is surrounded by beautiful countryside walks. Alhampton is located just outside the village of Ditcheat, which is also a very popular and ancient village 10 miles south of Wells and 3 miles north of Castle Cary with its main line rail service to London. These and the other nearby towns of Glastonbury & Bruton all offer ample facilities. The village has a farm shop providing all the essentials including newspapers, a primary school, a fine Grade I Listed church, and a particularly popular pub and restaurant. The village is nowadays best known as the home of Paul Nicholls' Racing Stables. There are good state and independent schools in the area including Wells Cathedral, Millfield, Sherborne, Hazelgrove and the Bruton schools.
Accommodation
'The Safetylight House' is so named because of the small window high within a stone wall which once held a lit lantern to guide villagers across the nearby fields to the green lane on which stands this charming home.Footpaths, bridleways and countryside walks are all within a few minutes stroll from the property, as is the well regarded village pub.A solid wood door with glass viewing panel opens to the quarry tiled ENTRANCE LOBBY, which is an ideal space for coats, muddy boots and wet dogs. The comfortable SITTING ROOM has dual aspect deep silled windows, with window seats, which overlook the pretty side garden and green lane. To one wall is a large stone inglenook fireplace, with impressive bressumer beam over and open fire within, complete with log storage.
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A half etched door leads through to the light, bright and spacious KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, which has a vaulted ceiling, three deep silled windows and double doors to the rear garden. There are painted base units with wooden worktops and attractive splash back tiling, a cream Gas AGA, wall shelves, plate racks and space for a dishwasher and upright fridge freezer. Further storage is provided for with dressers, pantry cupboards and glazed wall cupboards (these items are all negotiable). Marmoleum slate effect flooring.Also from the sitting room is a door to the STUDY/SNUG which has two windows overlooking the parking courtyard and stairs rising to the first floor. Next to the study/snug and down a few shallow steps is a versatile THIRD BEDROOM which is currently used as a spacious HOBBY/UTILITY ROOM. With a separate half glazed stable door to outside this room is ideal for a teenager or indeed guest accommodation.
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The stairs rise and turn to the LANDING, where there is a useful deep storage cupboard and access to loft.The TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM are both spacious and each have a garden and countryside outlook with views over the village and to the distant hills. One of these bedrooms has window seats to the dual aspect windows, also fitted wooden painted wardrobe cupboards with hanging space, shelving and storage within, and loft access. The other also has built-in storage cupboards. The larger than average BATHROOM has good light from the two dual aspect windows. There is a white WC and pedestal basin, along with a white bath with painted side panelling which continues around all walls. Spacious fitted airing cupboard with shelving. Period style towel rail radiator and slate effect ceramic flooring. Loft access.
Garden
The charming and abundant gardens are a particular delight, and surround the property on all sides. The main garden has brick paved and shingle pathways leading to private and secluded seating areas. There are numerous raised vegetable beds, well stocked flower and shrub borders and a productive GREENHOUSE. The garden is surrounded by well kept hedges and there are numerous attractive elements including pergolas of climbers, an apple arch, box parterres and painted picket fences. Outside courtesy lights and taps.To one side of the property is a private gravelled parking area for at least three vehicles and a wooden stable OUTBUILDING currently used as a WORKSHOP and storage space.
Further Details
Services: Mains Water, Gas & Electricity. Mains Drainage. Gas AGA & Heating.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax: Band E. Mendip District Council.
Directions
Leave Castle Cary on the A371 signposted to Shepton Mallet. After the Train Station take the first left signposted to Ditcheat and follow the road into Alhampton. Just before the pub which will be on your left, turn left into the 'No Through Road'. Follow the lane for approximately 500 yards and the property will be found on your left hand side next to our 'For Sale' board.
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.
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