Rectory Road, Staplegrove, Taunton

The Agent says...
An impressive well presented 3 bedroomed semi-detached family home with spacious open plan accommodation conveniently located on the edge of this popular village with access to open countryside and views of the hills beyond.

THE PROPERTY
3 Hillhead Cottages enjoys an edge of village position providing superb family accommodation. The property has been substantially extended creating a wonderful open plan design combining a spacious kitchen and dining area that extends through to a large family room with bi-fold doors opening out to an attractive sun terrace, ideal for outside entertaining.

THE ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation comprises an outer covered porch leading through the front door to the entrance.

An exceptionally spacious kitchen has been fitted with a full range of hand painted farmhouse style wall and base units. A key feature of the design is an oversized central workstation island that incorporates a Belfast sink. A further range of storage cupboards run along one side to include an integrated dishwasher and refrigerator. To the other side is a breakfast bar ideal for informal dining. Professional range with gas hob by Rangemaster. Solid oak work surfaces providing superb preparation space.

The room leads through to the breakfast dining area with ample space for a farmhouse table.

Oak flooring extends across the kitchen through to the spacious family room with bifold doors running along the far side with views out to the terrace and split level lawned area beyond.

To the side a useful pantry (under the stairs) offers additional storage. Opposite an internal door opens into a utility and boot room with a fitted range of cupboards at the far end. Space and plumbing for a washing machine/dryer. A separate WC is to the side.

To the other side of the stairs leads into a large sitting room. A central feature being an attractive marble surround fireplace set on a slate hearth. This houses a recently fitted wood burning stove with fitted shelving and cupboard storage either side. Views look out to the front garden area.

On the first floor there are three double bedrooms and a well appointed family bathroom with a freestanding ball & claw bath and a separate walk-in corner shower.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
The property is approached from the road over a wide brick paved driveway with parking for four cars and giving access to the attached timber framed garage.

The front garden is lawned and bordered by hedging and post rail fencing. A pedestrian gate gives access to the rear garden, which is enclosed by panelled fencing and hedging and backs onto open countryside and accordingly enjoys a good deal of privacy. Immediately to the rear of the property is a paved terrace, which is approached from the kitchen/family room through bi-fold doors, which open to create a seamless inside/outside living area. From the terrace steps rise to give access to the remainder of the garden, which is also lawned with timber garden shed and aluminium frame greenhouse.

A substantial detached timber framed log cabin has been refurbished inside to a superb home office, which includes a wood burning stove. To the far corner of the garden a gazebo has been added creating a fabulous covered seating area for family entertaining.

SURROUNDING AREAS
The property enjoys an attractive location, backing onto open farmland with open rural views. The village of Staplegrove is situated on the northern fringes of Taunton and provides a thriving community with many local clubs and organisations and facilities to include, village shop, pub, parish church, primary school and village hall. The property is also well placed for ease of access to Taunton School and the railway station. The town centre is served by a regular bus service and is less than two miles. The property enjoys the dual benefits of a convenient and accessible location, yet is also close to the Quantock Hills, which have been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and they provide miles of footpaths and bridleways, ideal for those with walking and riding interests.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas CH.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Somerset District Council Tax Band C

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
EPC rating D