North Cheriton, Somerset, BA8

A wonderful opportunity to purchase a four bedroom detached house with a substantial self contained annexe perfect for multi-generational living. Whilst this provides an ideal opportunity for independent living for elderly parents/grandparents to be close to family members, it is also a great way for grown-up children to have their own space whilst they save up for their own home. There is also the potential to link the annexe by means of a small extension to create a large family home. This impressive property is set in approximately 1.22 acres of gardens and paddock which enjoys stunning far reaching countryside views towards Alfred's Tower. The main house has attractive natural stone elevations with brick detailing under a slate roof fitted with solar panels generating free electricity. There is a spacious sitting room with a natural stone fireplace, reception hall/snug which opens to the dining room and kitchen providing a modern open plan living space ideal for everyday family life. Utility room, boot room, four bedrooms, bathroom and separate shower room. The self contained annexe was converted from a natural stone barn to create a wonderful independent home with a living room opening to a paved terrace with delightful countryside views, fitted kitchen, wet room and bedroom on the ground floor whilst the first floor provides a huge open plan attic room with many uses including additional bedroom/studio/homeworking office. Outside there is generous off road parking, formal garden, paddock and summer house. We strongly recommend an internal viewing of this versatile family home.

LOCATION: North Cheriton is a popular village in beautiful countryside on the edge of the Blackmore Vale, lying south of the A303, a couple of miles south west of the small, historic market town of Wincanton and within easy reach of Bruton, Castle Cary and Sherborne. A wide range of commercial, cultural, sporting facilities and amenities are on offer in the surrounding area, with a good choice of excellent state and independent schools. Holton has a church and a public house and there are many more country pubs and restaurants to be found in neighbouring villages. There is easy access to the A303 (London/Exeter) just over a mile away and two mainline rail links to London are within a short drive. The first runs from Templecombe to Waterloo and the second from Castle Cary to Paddington.

MAIN HOUSE
GROUND FLOOR
Composite front door with glazed inserts to:

ENTRANCE HALL: Radiator, double glazed windows to side aspect, stairs to first floor and opening to:

LOUNGE: 14'5" (max) x 11'3" A cosy room featuring an attractive brick fireplace with fitted wood burning stove, smoke detector, radiator, understairs recess, dual aspect double glazed windows and opening to:

DINING ROOM: 14'6" x 10'3" This is a sociable room positioned between the lounge and kitchen. Two radiators, cupboard housing oil fired boiler, wide opening with breakfast bar to kitchen, and door to lobby/boot room with Belfast sink and radiator.

KITCHEN: 9'9" x 9'1" Inset 1¼ bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit with cupboard below, further range of matching wall, drawer and base units topped with a work surface, space and plumbing for dishwasher, double glazed window with delightful far reaching views, larder and door to:

UTILITY ROOM: 7'8" x 6'4" Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with cupboard below, radiator, space and plumbing for washing machine, fitted storage cupboard, double glazed window to side aspect and door to:

CLOAKROOM: Low level WC, wash basin, radiator and double glazed window.

SITTING ROOM: 21'9" x 14'6" Natural stone fireplace with flagstone hearth, two radiators, dual aspect double glazed windows, display alcove and double glazed French doors to the rear garden.

From the entrance vestibule stairs to first floor landing. Radiator, smoke detector and hatch to loft.

FIRST FLOOR
BEDROOM 1: 11'8" x 11'1" Two double glazed windows to front aspect and overstairs recess.

BEDROOM 2: 14'7" (max) x 11'6" A spacious double bedroom with radiator, double glazed windows to front aspect, built-in double wardrobe, fitted cupboard with shelving and drawer unit.

BEDROOM 3: 9'10" x 9' Radiator and dual aspect double glazed windows enjoying views over the garden.

BEDROOM 4: 9'9" x 6'9" Radiator, dual aspect double glazed windows and built-in double airing cupboard housing hot water tank and shelving for linen.

BATHROOM: Panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled to splash prone areas, radiator and double glazed window.

SHOWER ROOM: Shower cubicle, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, double glazed window and tiled to splash prone areas.

ANNEXE
Double glazed front door with side screen to:

ENTRANCE HALL: Understairs recess with space for a desk providing a study area.

LIVING ROOM: 15'6" x 13'4" This is a delightful open plan room with wonderful far reaching views over the garden and countryside beyond. Bi-folding doors open to a paved terrace ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining, two double glazed windows to side aspect, two radiators, smoke detector, smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters and vinyl plank flooring. Opening to:

KITCHEN AREA: 13'7" x 7'8" (narrowing to 6'3") Inset sink with cupboard below, further range of matching shaker style wall and base units with work surface over, heat detector, tall unit with built-in oven, two ring ceramic hob, drawer unit, vinyl plank flooring and space for fridge.

BEDROOM 1: 12'1" x 8'9" Radiator, smoke detector, smooth plastered ceiling and dual aspect double glazed windows.

WET ROOM: Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, shower, fully tiled walls, extractor, smooth plastered ceiling and double glazed window.

From the hall/living room stairs to first floor.

FIRST FLOOR
BEDROOM 2: 33'6" x 13'8" This is a versatile room which extends the full length of the property. Double glazed windows to front and rear aspects, two veluxe windows, smoke detector, radiator and storage cupboard.

OUTSIDE
To the front there is an easy to maintain front garden fronted by a natural stone wall. A five bar gate gives access to generous off road parking with additional parking next to the annexe. To the rear there is a large formal garden being mainly laid to lawn which leads down to a paddock of approx. 0.73 acres. There is also a paved terrace providing the ideal spot for al fresco dining and entertaining.

SERVICES: Mains water, electricity, drainage, oil fired central heating, solar panels providing free electricity, and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: F

TENURE: Freehold