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Roderick Thomas Estate Agents - Wedmore
2 King Alfred Mews, Church Street, Wedmore
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Full Details for 6 Bedroom Detached for sale in Wedmore, BS28 :

A substantial Grade -- listed residence with versatile accommodation having been restored and renovated to an exceptional standard, with potential for dual accommodation set within a total plot of approaching an acre with a number of outbuildings.

Situation
The Parish of Theale nestles in the Civil Parish of Wedmore on raised ground on the Somerset Levels between the River Axe and River Brue often called the Isle of Wedmore. Within Theale there is a church, a pub (The Panborough Inn), a village hall and is home to the famous \"Theale Players\". Located just 2.5 miles away and originally named Vadomaer' after one of the Saxon leaders, 'Wedmore' is a delightful Somerset village. Located within the heart of the village you will find the well attended Grade I listed Church of St. Mary. Day to day amenities are available within the village together with an excellent selection of boutique shops, a post office, butchers, chemist, delicatessen, restaurants, public houses and tea rooms.

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A wide range of leisure activities are available locally including Golf, Tennis, Bowls, Football, Cricket, Horse riding in Badgworth or even Sailing at Cheddar reservoir. There are a number of local events throughout the year to fill ones social calendar. The Cathedral City of Wells (6.5 miles) and Bristol (23.8 miles) host a wide range shopping facilities. Highbridge train station operates a direct train line into London Paddington with motorway access at Junction 22 of the M5.

Description
The Old Vicarage is a substantial period residence situated between Wedmore and Wells. Built Circa 19th Century this Grade II listed residence has been lovingly restored and renovated by the current owners to a high standard throughout. Character features include sash windows, stripped floors and beautiful fireplaces typical of the era. Boasting around 3600 sq. ft. including cellar and set within a total plot of around an acre of beautiful gardens.

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The property is approached via a typical Georgian symmetrical frontage and entered via the front hall, with doors off to the principal rooms. The ground floor comprises sitting room with stripped floors, open fire and sash window to the front. To the other side of the front hall is the formal dining room again with open fire, stripped floors and sash window to the front together with a range of fitted cupboards. To the rear of the property is a well planned kitchen with breakfast room off. The kitchen houses a range of base units with granite worktops over together with a number of fitted appliances including integrated dishwasher, space for a large american style fridge freezer, Belfast sink, 'Rangemaster' electric cooker and underfloor heating.

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The breakfast room off also houses a woodburning stove and door to the rear garden. The quality from the kitchen continues with limestone tiles into the rear hall with further underfloor heating. The snug off with feature fireplace is a perfect hideaway to escape and read a book whilst admiring the fantastic views through the french doors to the rear garden and Cheddar Gorge beyond. Also located on the ground floor is a useful utility room and cloakroom.

First Floor
The first floor comprises three/ four bedrooms, each with its owns views and aspect. The main bedroom is serviced via an en-suite shower room and dressing room which could be altered back to a further bedroom if desired. On this level there are two further bedrooms serviced via the main bathroom.

Second Floor
As depicted via the the floorplan there is a well proportioned office area with bedrooms off these are serviced via the further shower room located on this level.

Outside
The property offers excellent storage space in a range of outbuildings. The attractive coachhouse located to the side of the property has the ability to offer dual accommodation for those who desire (subject to necessary consents). The carport with a clocktower certainly adds to the character and style of the building. Located within the grounds of the property is a beautiful folly build circa early 19th Century with open fire, beautiful views and storage underneath.

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The gardens have been well landscaped over a period of years to provide a range of different seating areas and entertainment spaces. An enchanting pond area with seating area close by provides a brilliant area for alfresco dining in the summer. A large flat lawned area could be utilised as a croquet lawn or perhaps entertainment space for a marquee. Electricity is available within the garden.

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The remaining garden is mainly laid to lawn with a range of borders, hedging and specimen trees. The property feels very private with electric gates opening onto the driveway which provides parking for a number of vehicles. Set within a total plot 0.92 acres.


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Stations Nearby

Worle
11.7 miles
Bridgwater
11.2 miles
Highbridge & Burnham
8.8 miles

Schools Nearby

Sidcot School
7.3 miles
Wells Cathedral School
5.5 miles
Avalon School
6.8 miles
Meare Village Primary School
3.0 miles
St Lawrence's CofE Primary School
2.8 miles
Wedmore First School Academy
2.3 miles
St Dunstan's Community School
4.8 miles
Inaura School
2.3 miles
Kings of Wessex Academy
4.3 miles