Ham Hill, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, Somerset

Built in 1885 in this pretty conservation area, 33 Ham Hill has the facade and characterful features typical of a Victorian era property. The house retains the original front and back rooms but has been thoughtfully extended, and had the loft converted, to create a beautifully proportioned, spacious and practical home.

THE PROPERTY
At the front of the house is the lovely, bright sitting room which features: stripped pine floorboards; fireplace with cast iron surround and electric stove; and attractive alcoves with low level built-in storage. Behind the sitting room is the equal size dining room which adjoins the kitchen and has French doors out to the courtyard.

The kitchen is a great size and has a highly practical layout; a half-glazed door provides direct access to the front garden for refuse/recycling disposal. The kitchen is fitted with a range of simple, cream shaker units, topped with oak worktop that adds warmth and echoes the exposed ceiling beam. There is a built-under single oven; electric hob with integrated extractor above; Belfast sink; integrated dishwasher, under counter fridge and freezer; and space/plumbing for a freestanding washing machine. Off the kitchen is a smartly finished WC. The kitchen leads out to the courtyard garden.

Stairs (with storage under) rise from the entrance hall to the first floor where there is a spacious landing, two bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one is a nicely proportioned double room with fitted wardrobes and lovely views over the surrounding countryside. Bedroom two is a single room. The bathroom is smartly finished in crisp white with fully tiled walls and floors. Stairs opposite the bathroom lead directly to bedroom three, currently set up as a twin room but would accommodate a double and has plenty of useful eaves storage space.

OUTSIDE
The property has a small front garden enclosed by hamstone walls with a wrought iron pedestrian gate and railings. There is space for a store to hide dustbins and a side path provides direct access to the kitchen. At the rear of the house is a secluded courtyard garden, laid to gravel and enclosed by hamstone walling topped with fencing and trellis. An outside tap provides an easy means to water planted containers.

SERVICES
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Gas-fired central heating.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
South Somerset District Council - Band C

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE
Current Rating D