The Coombe, Compton Martin, Somerset, BS40

A delightful detached cottage with terraced gardens, parking and stunning lake views.

Description

A rare and unique, detached, character property with terraced gardens, off street parking and stunning lake views in the heart of the Chew Valley AONB.

The property is accessed via a lane off the main road has an elevated position giving it stunning, panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. There is unallocated parking for one car in a car park opposite the flight of steps up to the front door.

The front door leads into a porch with space for coats and boots. The porch leads into the cottage living room which has abundant character and charm in the form of exposed beams, curved corners, window seats and a lovely, stone Inglenook fireplace with log burner and hearth. The room provides a very tranquil space in which to work, dine, relax or entertain.

Through the living room is the kitchen which has a farmhouse style Rayburn, Belfast sink , tiled flooring, spot lighting and a range of timber wall and base units for storage.

A timber staircase leads up to the first floor landing off which two bedrooms are located. The principle bedroom is of a good size with original floorboards, exposed beams, a dual aspect and outstanding views. The second bedroom has integrated storage. Next door is a spacious family bathroom with bath and shower over, a dual aspect and the best views in the house.

Externally, a terrace provides a lovely spot on which to dine al fresco and delightful, terraced gardens lead up the hill providing different lawned areas to enjoy. As the steps go up the views get better until from the top you have panoramic views from the summer house over the Chew Valley towards Chew Valley lake. The summer house also houses a wood fired sauna, an ideal spot from which to take in the views.

Location

Compton Martin lies in the beautiful Chew Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty with two stunning lakes at its heart. Compton Martin itself is part of a small parish and has all the facilities generally associated with a thriving village such as a post office, a public house, village hall and parish church. Nearby West Harptree has a general store with a delicatessen and there is a further selection of shops and facilities available in Chew Magna 5 miles away.

There is a primary school in the neighbouring village of Ubley and Chew Valley School is the secondary state 4 miles away. Leisure activities in the Chew Valley include a sailing club, tennis club, rugby club, a number of village cricket clubs and numerous golf clubs in close proximity including Mendip, Farrington Park and Mendip Springs. The Chew Valley and Blagdon Lakes are also famous for their trout fishing. There are some wonderful local pubs including the Ring O’ Bells in Compton Martin and the acclaimed Litton nearby.

Communication links are good with mainline train stations in Bristol and Bath, access to the M4 and M5 via Bristol and Bristol Airport within 10 miles.

Square Footage: 8,213 sq ft



Additional Info

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Electric heating