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Shepton mallet
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£450,000
Tenure: Freehold
Ref: WEL105789
- Detached 3 double bedroom village home in exceptional gardens
- Beautifully presented and significantly improved by the current owners
- Stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room with contemporary fitted kitchen
- Spacious garden room/family lounge within a substantial pitched-roof extension
- Generous dual-aspect sitting room with feature fireplace
- Large south-facing garden backing onto st aldhelm's church grounds
- Driveway parking and detached garage
- Mendip village setting - highly regarded village primary school, nursery and pre-school plus village pub read more show less
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Detached family home situated in the heart of the desirable village of Doulting. Significantly enhanced by the current owners, the property boasts a stunning open-plan kitchen/dining room, a superb garden room extension, three bedrooms, large south-facing garden, detached garage & driveway parking.
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Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
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Tucked away in an attractive position within the highly regarded village of Doulting, this modern detached home, built in 1990, offers spacious, light-filled and thoughtfully improved accommodation, complemented by an exceptional south-facing garden.
At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room, created by opening up the former dining room to provide an excellent space for modern family living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of units, integrated appliances and ample worktop space.
A welcoming entrance hall leads to the principal living spaces and a cloakroom/WC. The dual-aspect sitting room features an attractive fireplace, while a substantial single-storey extension has transformed the former conservatory into a superb family lounge overlooking the gardens.
On the first floor, the spacious landing provides access to three double bedrooms and the family bathroom.
Outside, the beautifully maintained rear garden is a standout feature, offering an impressive expanse of private south-facing space bordered by mature trees and established planting, backing onto the grounds of historic St Aldhelm's Church.
Please note than an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
A bright and generously proportioned dual-aspect reception room enjoying abundant natural light having double glazed window to the front aspect and double-glazed French doors to the rear elevation that open out into the garden. A feature fireplace forms an attractive focal point. Vertical column radiator.
Undoubtedly the heart of the home, this impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room has been thoughtfully reconfigured by the current owners to create a wonderful space for modern family living and entertaining. The dining area is a substantial and clearly defined space, comfortably accommodating a large family dining table and chairs, making it ideal for everyday meals, social gatherings and formal entertaining alike. Open access leads seamlessly through to the kitchen, creating a sociable and connected layout whilst retaining defined areas. Recently re-fitted, the stylish contemporary kitchen features an extensive range of sleek white wall and base units providing excellent storage, complemented by stone worktops and matching splashbacks. An inset one-and-a-half bowl sink and drainer with arched mixer tap sits beneath a window overlooking the rear garden. Integrated appliances include an eye-level double oven, electric hob with chimney-style extractor hood over, and fridge/freezer. With two double-glazed windows to the rear elevation, a vertical radiator and door leading to the utility room, this superb open-plan room provides a bright, practical and highly attractive hub of the home that is open plan to:
A substantial single-storey extension replacing the former conservatory and creating a wonderful additional reception space. Designed with a pitched roof and extensive glazing, this versatile room is flooded with natural light and enjoys delightful views over the rear garden, making it an ideal family lounge, garden room or entertaining space.
Versatile utility room positioned between the house and garden and serves as an excellent side porch and boot room. Surrounded by double-glazed windows to the front, side and rear elevations, the room enjoys plenty of natural light and provides direct access to both the front and rear gardens via double-glazed doors. Offering space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, together with room for additional freestanding appliances and storage.
A generously sized double bedroom overlooking the rear garden, offering ample space for freestanding bedroom furniture. Radiator.
A further well-proportioned double bedroom enjoying pleasant views over the rear garden. Radiator.
Further double bedroom with double glazed wondow to the rear aspect enjoying views over the gardens. Radiator.
Stylishly appointed and fully bathroom-boarded for ease of maintenance, this shower room is fitted with a spacious shower enclosure featuring sliding glazed doors and an electric shower, together with a vanity wash hand basin incorporating storage beneath and a low-level WC. Finished with a heated towel rail, extractor fan, and an obscured double-glazed window to the front aspect.
At the heart of the home is an impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room, created by opening up the former dining room to provide an excellent space for modern family living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of units, integrated appliances and ample worktop space.
A welcoming entrance hall leads to the principal living spaces and a cloakroom/WC. The dual-aspect sitting room features an attractive fireplace, while a substantial single-storey extension has transformed the former conservatory into a superb family lounge overlooking the gardens.
On the first floor, the spacious landing provides access to three double bedrooms and the family bathroom.
Outside, the beautifully maintained rear garden is a standout feature, offering an impressive expanse of private south-facing space bordered by mature trees and established planting, backing onto the grounds of historic St Aldhelm's Church.
Please note than an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
Entrance Hall
A welcoming entrance hall providing access to the principal ground floor accommodation. Stairs rise to the first floor with built in storage beneath. Doors lead to the sitting room, kitchen/dining room and cloakroom. Double glazed door to the front. Vertical radiator. Tiled flooring laid extending through into the cloakroom.Cloakroom
Fitted with a low-level WC and vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap over, serving the ground floor accommodation.Sitting Room
11' 6" x 16' 4" ( 3.51m x 4.98m )A bright and generously proportioned dual-aspect reception room enjoying abundant natural light having double glazed window to the front aspect and double-glazed French doors to the rear elevation that open out into the garden. A feature fireplace forms an attractive focal point. Vertical column radiator.
Kitchen Dining Room
16' 4" max x 31' 2" max ( 4.98m max x 9.50m max )Undoubtedly the heart of the home, this impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room has been thoughtfully reconfigured by the current owners to create a wonderful space for modern family living and entertaining. The dining area is a substantial and clearly defined space, comfortably accommodating a large family dining table and chairs, making it ideal for everyday meals, social gatherings and formal entertaining alike. Open access leads seamlessly through to the kitchen, creating a sociable and connected layout whilst retaining defined areas. Recently re-fitted, the stylish contemporary kitchen features an extensive range of sleek white wall and base units providing excellent storage, complemented by stone worktops and matching splashbacks. An inset one-and-a-half bowl sink and drainer with arched mixer tap sits beneath a window overlooking the rear garden. Integrated appliances include an eye-level double oven, electric hob with chimney-style extractor hood over, and fridge/freezer. With two double-glazed windows to the rear elevation, a vertical radiator and door leading to the utility room, this superb open-plan room provides a bright, practical and highly attractive hub of the home that is open plan to:
Garden Room
10' 6" x 10' 7" ( 3.20m x 3.23m )A substantial single-storey extension replacing the former conservatory and creating a wonderful additional reception space. Designed with a pitched roof and extensive glazing, this versatile room is flooded with natural light and enjoys delightful views over the rear garden, making it an ideal family lounge, garden room or entertaining space.
Utility Room
4' 11" x 11' 2" ( 1.50m x 3.40m )Versatile utility room positioned between the house and garden and serves as an excellent side porch and boot room. Surrounded by double-glazed windows to the front, side and rear elevations, the room enjoys plenty of natural light and provides direct access to both the front and rear gardens via double-glazed doors. Offering space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, together with room for additional freestanding appliances and storage.
First Floor Landing
A particularly spacious and light landing featuring a window to the front elevation, creating a bright and airy central space with access to all first-floor rooms and the loft.Main Bedroom
16' 4" x 9' 10" ( 4.98m x 3.00m )A generously sized double bedroom overlooking the rear garden, offering ample space for freestanding bedroom furniture. Radiator.
Bedroom Two
9' 10" x 11' 8" ( 3.00m x 3.56m )A further well-proportioned double bedroom enjoying pleasant views over the rear garden. Radiator.
Bedroom Three
9' 6" x 9' 10" ( 2.90m x 3.00m )Further double bedroom with double glazed wondow to the rear aspect enjoying views over the gardens. Radiator.
Family Shower Room
6' 6" x 6' 4" ( 1.98m x 1.93m )Stylishly appointed and fully bathroom-boarded for ease of maintenance, this shower room is fitted with a spacious shower enclosure featuring sliding glazed doors and an electric shower, together with a vanity wash hand basin incorporating storage beneath and a low-level WC. Finished with a heated towel rail, extractor fan, and an obscured double-glazed window to the front aspect.
Outside
Front, Garage Parking
The property is approached via a driveway to the side providing off-road parking for two vehicles and leading to a detached single garage with up-and-over door and external lighting. The front of the property is enclosed by a stone wall with a pathway leading to the entrance door, while gated side access leads through to the rear garden.Gardens
A particular highlight of Fig Tree Cottage is its beautifully maintained south-facing rear garden. Enclosed on all sides and enjoying an excellent degree of privacy, the garden benefits from sunshine throughout the day and backs onto the historic Church of St Aldhelm, creating an attractive and peaceful backdrop. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by mature trees, established shrubs and planting, providing a wonderful sense of space and greenery. Rarely found with modern homes, this impressive outdoor space is ideal for families and keen gardeners.
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