Prestleigh, Shepton Mallet

An exciting opportunity to redevelop a post war two bedroom detached bungalow with a two storey stone barn and large garden in a rural location near Shepton Mallet. Sold with the benefit of no onward chain.



About the property:

Situated close to the Bath and West Showground, The Shambles is a post war bungalow of non-traditional construction, comprising spacious two-bedroom accommodation with a large garden of just over half an acre. The property is in need of redevelopment or modernisation. An additional stone barn has scope for conversion into a two-storey dwelling, subject to planning.

About the inside:

The bungalow is spacious and benefits from oil fired central heating and double glazing. A glazed side porch opens into the dual aspect dining room which opens into a modest kitchen area with space for an electric cooker. A large living room enjoys views to the garden at the front, and fields behind, and is warmed by a large wood burning stove. Beyond the living room is the main entrance hall and front door, and two large double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes. The main bedroom spans the depth of the bungalow and has fabulous far-reaching views. A recently fitted wet room completes the accommodation.


About the outside:

The entrance to the property is off Prestleigh Hill with a large parking area in front of the barn. The garden sits to the front of the bungalow and consists of a large lawn with a beautiful walnut tree taking centre stage and stunning far-reaching views to the east. Towards the bottom of the garden is an orchard of plum and apple trees, greenhouse, shed and former vegetable garden.

The stone barn consists of a two-storey building with the first floor accessed by a ladder, and a single storey workshop, both with wooden double doors providing access. The barn lends itself for conversion to a two-storey dwelling, subject to planning.

About the area:

The village of Prestleigh is located just on the edge of Shepton Mallet with easy access to the south. Castle Cary station is the nearest train station (within approximately 5.5 miles) with fast links to London.

Shepton Mallet town centre is just under approximately 2 miles away and there is also access to the villages of Pilton and Evercreech both with reasonable amenities within 3 miles. Shepton Mallet is another historic town which is rapidly growing. All three offer a wide range of facilities, societies and activities.

The major cities of the area, Bristol and Bath are within commuting distance and offer a wide range of cultural and leisure amenities. Wells is the smallest city in England between the Somerset Levels and the Mendip Hills – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has local markets twice a week and many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace.
Glastonbury's past and its present are linked with its dominant landmark, the Tor. The town grew up alongside the Abbey and is a thriving town and a major tourist venue. There is also the popular Hauser and Wirth Arts Centre in King's Bruton (about 6 miles) and the ever-popular country club Babington House (part of the Soho Group) about 10 miles away, and The Newt about 9 miles.

There are excellent state and private schools in the area including Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, Downside, Kings School in Bruton and All Hallows