3 bed detached house for sale

Higher Brooks, Street BA16

Higher Brooks, Street

Property Description: Guide Price £500,000 - £525,000 Occupying a desirable position on the edge of Street, with views across neighbouring countryside, this beautifully presented detached three bedroom home offers contemporary, energy efficient living within a peaceful residential setting. Built in 2011 and thoughtfully enhanced by the current owner, the property combines versatile accommodation with high quality finishes throughout, including a beautifully modernised bespoke kitchen, a superb open plan living space, a versatile ground floor bedroom or study and a south-facing landscaped garden, designed for ease of maintenance. Underfloor heating to the ground floor, air conditioning to the principal living spaces and bedrooms, and a multi-fuel stove combine to provide excellent comfort throughout the seasons.

The front door opens into a light filled, sun room with views across the garden and out to the hills beyond. French doors connect the sun room with the versatile ground floor bedroom, allowing this part of the property to function equally well as guest accommodation, a home office or an additional sitting room if required.

At the heart of the home is an impressive open plan living and dining room, creating a bright and sociable space well suited to both everyday living and entertaining. The sitting area centres around a multi-fuel stove, while air conditioning provides additional comfort during warmer months.

The adjoining kitchen has been significantly upgraded by the current owner with bespoke handmade cabinetry incorporating extensive storage, including full height pantry cupboards with pull-out shelving. Integrated appliances include a gas hob with extractor hood, oven, grill, microwave and dishwasher. There is additional space for a tall fridge freezer, washing machine and wine cooler. French doors provide excellent levels of natural light and open directly out to the south-facing patio.

Also on the ground floor is a contemporary shower room in close proximity to the downstairs bedroom; fitted with a WC, wash basin, illuminated vanity mirror, heated towel rail and electric shower.

The first floor comprises two well-proportioned double bedrooms adjoined by a Jack and Jill family bathroom. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes and air conditioning as well as views across neighbouring fields. The further bedroom also includes fitted wardrobes, air conditioning and a Velux window providing additional natural light.

Serving both bedrooms is a spacious Jack and Jill bathroom with a corner Jacuzzi bath, enclosed jet shower, bidet, WC and wash basin with vanity storage beneath.

Outside: The property sits within attractive landscaped gardens to both the front and rear with gated side-access. Both gardens feature mature planting providing colour and interest throughout the seasons. The rear garden has been designed to be both practical and easy to maintain.

Well-stocked borders contain a variety of established shrubs, flowering plants and mature fruit trees, including a pear tree and an espaliered apple tree in the front garden. A productive vegetable patch further enhances the garden, while an external shelter provides useful covered storage or a sheltered seating area. Gated access also provides good security.

To the front, a private driveway provides off-road parking for two to three vehicles.

Location: Higher Brooks occupies a sought-after position on the edge of Street, enjoying a peaceful residential and rural setting whilst remaining within easy reach of the town centre and its excellent range of everyday amenities.

Street offers an excellent range of amenities including independent shops, cafés, supermarkets and restaurants, together with the renowned Clarks Village shopping centre. Leisure facilities include both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a theatre, cinema and fitness facilities, whilst the village maintains a strong sense of community with a wide variety of clubs and local events throughout the year.

Families are well served by a choice of respected schools including Brookside Academy, Crispin School, Strode College and the internationally recognised Millfield School. The surrounding Somerset countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor recreation, whilst Glastonbury and the nearby city of Wells offers a further selection of shopping, cultural attractions and everyday amenities. Berrys Coaches run a daily "superfast" service to and from London and the nearest mainline train stations are at Castle Cary and Bridgwater. There is also a bus service to Bath and Bristol.

Directions: SatNav = BA16 0TX/ What3Words = lend.fended.guesswork

Council Tax: Band E (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.

Local Authority: Somerset Council Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker. Air conditioning in up stairs bedrooms.

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Additional Property Notes: This property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is off-road parking on a driveway that can accommodate two to three vehicles. The property was built in 2011.

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Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.

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