3 bed detached house for sale

Fivehead, Taunton, Somerset TA3

A beautifully presented character cottage nestled in the sought after village of Fivehead, recently upgraded and thoughtfully improved. A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the wealth of charm and character.

Dating back to the mid 17th Century, Hill Farm Cottage enjoys a wealth of character features throughout to include original beams to the ground floor and the original plank and muntin separating the dining room and hall. Having originally been used as farm cottage, the property has been subsequently extended and upgraded to create an attractive comfortable period home. The property briefly comprises a porch with access to the entrance hall which in turn gives access to the beautifully presented lounge with original inglenook fireplace with upgraded wood burner. The spacious dining room has views overlooking the surrounding countryside. The kitchen has been recently replaced and well laid out and thoughtfully designed which leads to a fitted utility room and shower room. There is a separate downstairs cloakroom which then leads to a useful sun room or additional entrance. The stairs which can be found in the lounge leads to the three bedrooms, all doubles, a newly fitted bathroom and separate W.C. A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the charm and character of the property.

Hill Farm Cottage, enjoys a prominent position. The centre of Fivehead is a short walk away offering a village pub, two churches and a village hall, café and shop; the larger village of Curry Rivel (4 miles) hosts a petrol station with post office services, convenience store and the renowned Firehouse public house. The market town of Langport (6 miles) offers a more comprehensive range of facilities, including Huish Episcopi Academy with adjoining leisure centre with facilities for all ages. Taunton the County town is 6 -7 miles distant with an extensive range of shopping, scholastic and recreational facilities, including three noted public schools, two colleges, a major hospital, and multiple restaurants, bars, leisure centres, supermarkets Taunton enjoys excellent communication links with a mainline rail link and access to the M5 (J25). The cities of Exeter and Bristol are both within an hour's drive hosting international airports.

The property is accessed off a quiet lane. To the front of the property is a stone wall and ample parking and has been thoughtfully landscaped with grass and plants. The main garden is reached beyond the driveway and garage area via a gate. There is a large decked area, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining leading onto a large area mainly laid to lawn with mature trees backing onto open countryside. The garden is a blank canvas waiting for inspiration and purpose.