Property description
Full of character and boasting an enviable position with views galore, this super Victorian semi is just the thing if you want rural without being remote! A handy and well thought out entrance porch with plenty of room for storing your coats and boots, opens into a little lobby with the stairs rising up to the first floor. There are two reception rooms typical of the era, the sitting room with ornate cast iron open fireplace and double doors to the conservatory. The dining room / family room opensinto the kitchen and is also linked via a stable door to the conservatory giving the accommodation a lovely flow. The conservatory makes the most of the lovely southerly facing aspect and views to the rear, opening onto the easily maintained garden with lawn, deck and seating areas for shade. The property has oil fired central heating and double glazing. Opposite the cottage, there is an unofficial parking area which has been used for many years by both neighbouring cottages. Take a look at this one to appreciate just what a lovely spot it is! EPC Rating - E
LOCATION
The property is located on the edge of the sought after village of East Lambrook, famous for the Grade 1 listed cottage gardens of Lambrook Manor. The village also benefits from a pub and church, and is very handy for all the facilities that the nearby village of South Petherton offers. It also benefits from excellent road links via the A303 but enjoys a peaceful location away from busy traffic.
ACCOMMODATION
Front door opens to:
Entrance Porch - 2.27m (7\‘5\") x 1.38m (4\‘6\")
A really useful area for storage and hanging coats etc. With quarry tiled floor. High level featurewindows to the side and front aspects. Wall light point. Glazed door opening to:
Entrance Lobby
With stairs to the first floor accommodation. Ceiling light point and timber doors to:
Sitting Room - 3.97m (13\‘0\") x 3.33m (10\‘11\")
With UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect and window seat. Feature cast iron openfireplace with tiled inset. Ceiling light point. Double doors open to:
Conservatory - 4.00m (13\‘1\") x 2.34m (7\‘8\")
With UPVC double glazed windows and double doors to the rear aspect over looking the garden and views. Polycarbonate roof. Radiator. Tiled floor. Wall light point. Stable style door opening to:
Kitchen - 3.01m (9\‘10\") Max x 2.20m (7\‘2\") Min x 2.68m (8\‘9\")
With UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect. Floor standing oil fired central heating boiler. Range of units comprising cream fronted floor and wall mounted storage cupboards and drawers with wood effect work surfaces over incorporating single bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space and point for gas LPG range cooker. Tongue and groove panelling. Tiling to splash prone areas. Ceiling light point. Space for under surface fridge. Timber latch door opening through to:
Dining Room / Family Room - 13\‘1 (4.00m) x 10\‘1 (3.07m)
UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect. Central fireplace currently housing electric fire (open fireplace behind - no longer in use). Radiator. Ceiling light point. Timber latch door to:
Cloakroom
UPVC double glazed window obtaining borrowed light from the conservatory. Tiled floor. Wash hand basin. Low level WC. Wall light point.
First Floor Landing
Radiator. Ceiling light point. Timber latch doors to :
Bedroom One - 3.31m (10\‘10\") x 3.97m (13\‘0\")
With UPVC double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations enjoying fantastic views. Feature cast iron fireplace. Ceiling light point. Radiator. Built in over stair wardrobe.
Bedroom Two - 3.08m (10\‘1\") x 3.15m (10\‘4\") Max to wardrobe front 2.77m (9\‘1\") Min
With UPVC double glazed window enjoying views to the front elevation. Radiator. Ceiling light point. Access to loft space via hatch.
Bathroom - 2.71m (8\‘10\") x 2.15m (7\‘0\") Min 2.75m (9\‘0\") Max to door recess
UPVC double glazed windows to the side and rear elevations. Fitted with white suite comprising panel bath with shower handset. Low level WC. Vanity wash handbasin with storage under, Wall mounted radiator / towel rail. Two wall lights. Separate shower cubicle housing main shower.
Outside
The front of the cottage benefits from a fully enclosed walled garden with wrought iron gates opening to the path leading to the front door enbounded by an original wall. In the front garden there is also located the oil storage tank for the central heating system. Opposite the cottage is an area used unofficially for parking for two vehicles. We understand this area has been used for years but is not included on the title of the property. At the rear the garden has been thoughtfully landscaped with a small lawn, decking and patio. There are also two covered seating areas / pergolas and outstanding views over the countryside and a stream to the rear.
DIRECTIONS
From South Petherton, follow the signs to the hospital and proceed down the hill passing the turning on the right to the Hospital and then turn left signposted East Lambrook. Turn left into Water Street and the property can be found on the left hand side.
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