Semi-detached house for sale in Bruton, Somerset BA10

Location: Bruton is a small ancient South Somerset town nestling in the foothills of Brue Valley surrounded by unspoilt countryside. The town has retained great charm over the years with many interesting and historical buildings which defines its character. The main industries are agriculture and education with four schools in Bruton. King's School, founded in 1519, Bruton School for Girls, Sexey's School and a primary school. Bruton has many thriving groups and societies including a Festival of Arts, Horticultural Show, musical and theatrical productions. It is also now well known by the establishment of the renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery and Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre. The town has a small range of shops and a range of public houses and restaurants including the award winning 'At the Chapel'. Further local attractions include the National Trust Stourhead House and gardens and The Newt gardens and spa hotel. There are many other charming towns nearby which together offer a wide range of shopping, cultural and sporting activities. These include Castle Cary, Wincanton, Sherborne, Shaftesbury and Wells with Bath, Bristol and Salisbury all being in easy reach. Communications are good with a small rail station in Bruton and mainline services at Castle Cary (Paddington) and Sherborne (Waterloo). The A303 a few miles south is the road link to London and Bristol international airport is well within an hours drive.

Accommodation

ground floor

Composite front door with glazed insert to:

Entrance hall: Radiator, fitted shelf, consumer unit, alarm control and stairs to first floor.

Cloakroom: A spacious cloakroom with space for coats and space for shoes. Radiator, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback, low level WC, extractor and smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters.

Sitting room: 16’8” x 11’6” A delightful light and airy room featuring an attractive fireplace for log burner with wooden mantle and brick hearth, dual aspect double glazed windows with views over the Dovecote and rooftops and double glazed French doors to rear garden ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining.

Kitchen/diner: 16’8” x 14’7” (max) A spacious sociable kitchen with space for a large table. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with cupboard below, further range of matching wall, drawer and base units with work top over, integrated fridge/freezer and washing machine, built-in oven with inset four burner gas hob above, cupboard housing Worcester combi gas boiler supplying domestic hot water and radiators, smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters, radiator, understairs walk-in utility cupboard and double glazed windows to front and rear aspects.

From the entrance hall stairs to first floor.

First floor

landing: Smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters and walk-in linen cupboard with fitted shelving and radiator.

Bedroom 1: 11’4” x 11’ A spacious double bedroom with far reaching views over Bruton, walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving, hatch to loft, radiator and door to:

En-suite shower room: Shower cubicle, low level WC, wash basin with tiled splashback, heated towel rail with shelf over, smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters and tiled floor.

Bedroom 2: 11’6” x 7’8” A characterful room with a dormer style window overlooking the rear garden. Radiator and smooth plastered ceiling.

Bedroom 3: 7’8” x 6’6” Radiator, obscured double glazed window, smooth plastered ceiling and skylight window.

Bath/shower room: Panelled bath, shower cubicle, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled to splash prone areas, heated towel rail and smooth plastered ceiling with downlighters and extractor.

Outside

An entrance off the High Street which is shared with the neighbouring property leads up to a private gate giving access to a secluded front garden. A courtyard style area laid with loose stones is ideal for pots and tubs. Steps lead up to the property with an area of lawn bordered by established shrubs and flowers. There is a pleasant seating area to the front and side enjoying delightful views over Bruton’s rooftops and The Dovecote. The rear garden is level with areas of lawn and loose stones being easy to maintain and perfect for family gatherings.

Services Mains water, electricity, drainage, gas central heating and telephone all subject to the usual utility regulations.

Council tax band: C

tenure: Freehold

viewing: Strictly by appointment through the agents.