Property description
A five bedroom detached house, formerly two cottages, with outbuildings that could be converted (STPP) to provide extra accommodation or holiday lets. Large garden (approx. 1/2 acre), views from an elevated position over the Somerset countryside and ample parking. In need of modernisation. EPC:G
DESCRIPTION Formally two farm workers cottages, The Dairies, currently laid out as a five bedroom detached family home is offered to the market for the first time in over 60 years. The Dairies has remained within the same family who almagamated the two properties together to create a versatile and practical family home. Currently the property is in need of some modernisation but is offered with a wealth of potential to either extend or create an additional dwelling from barns in the grounds (subject to planning permission) The accommodation comprises an entrance hall, sitting room with gas fireplace and large dining room/reception two with an open fire place, both having a southerly aspect. The kitchen with a range of units overlooks the rear garden with views towards the Mendip Hills. A utility room, bathroom and boot room can be also be found on the ground floor. Stairs lead to the first floor which comprises a large open landing area, four double bedrooms and a single bedroom, all with beautiful views from every window. A shower room, separate w/c and storage cupboards are accessed from the main landing area.
OUTSIDE The Dairies sits on approximately a 1/2 acre plot with front and rear vehicular access. To the rear is a large garden mainly laid to lawn with fruit trees, mature bushes, shrubs and a greenhouse secured in with stone walling and hedging. The front garden, again mainly lawn has several ornamental shrubs with a pathway leads to the back of the house. Two detached garages, one having light and power are to the front of the property along with an outside toilet and coal shed. A driveway allows for ample parking and leads to a seperate detached barn. The barn incorporates a single garage, workshop, carport with stone steps leading to a further workshop on the first floor. The barn offers potential to be able to create a seperate dwelling to be used either an annexe accommodation or holiday let (subject to planning permission).
LOCATION Draycott is a much favoured village located in a sheltered position just south of the Mendip Hills and within two miles of Cheddar and six miles from Wells. Facilities include a village school, Church, Public House and a regular bus service to Wells, Cheddar and Weston Super Mare. Bristol and Bath are within daily commuting distance and the nearest M5 motorway junction is c.10 miles. Bristol International Airport is c.12 miles.
TENURE Freehold
HEATING Gas heater in the sitting room and an open fire in the dining room/ reception two.
SERVICES Mains drainage, water, gas and electricity are all connected.
LOCAL AUTHORITY Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet. BA4 5BT. Tel: 01749 648999
COUNCIL TAX Band 'F'
EPC RATING Rating 'G'
VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: 01749 676524
DIRECTIONS From Wells take the A371 (signposted to Cheddar) to the village of Draycott. Continue through the village passing the monument on your right and for a further 200m. Your will see Cross Farm Road on your left and the property is a little further along Wells Road on the right hand side.
Property Features :
- Five bedrooms
- Detached property
- Outbuildings and garaging
- Village location
- In need of modernisation