House For Sale £500,000
A rare opportunity to purchase one of these Mews-style conversions with the benefit of its own large private garden, just a short walk from the picturesque centre of one of our most sought after villages.
The Property
Having been improved by the current owner, this lower maintenance coach-house conversion offers perfect accommodation for those who want good ceiling heights and nice proportions without having too much to look after. Ideal for the green-fingered or those who like to entertain, this is one of the few conversions in this development to benefit from its own partly walled private area of garden, tucked away just a stone’s throw from the house itself. An absolute haven during lockdown, you could easily while away many hours enjoying the glorious outlook and pottering with your plot, or alternatively make the most of the southerly facing walled-aspect by enjoying the patio, summerhouse or BBQ area with friends and family.
Like most of the properties in Brettingham Court, you enter via the pretty quadrangle, through a southerly facing courtyard area where there’s room for a bench or bistro set. The front door opens through the original arched opening to an attractive hallway, with hard-wearing Karndean flooring to an attractive design. In the hallway you first notice the exceptional ceiling heights and the stairs rise to the first floor with understairs cupboard and useful understairs cloakroom fitted with heritage style suite including WC and wash hand basin, all tastefully decorated.
Doors lead through to both the kitchen and living room providing “flow” throughout the ground floor. The kitchen has a large secondary glazed sash window letting in plenty of natural light and the flooring continues through from the hall. It is attractively fitted with a range of cream units comprising floor and wall mounted cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over incorporating gas hob, electric oven and combi-microwave, ceramic sink unit and built-in fridge / freezer. There’s also a tall “hidden” cupboard with complementary door perfect for further storage such as vacuum etc. The boiler is tucked away on the rear wall, again hidden from view behind a matching unit. There is an intergrated dishwasher and space and plumbing for washing machine.
The kitchen opens through to a dining area, again with the Kardean wood-effect floor providing a practical and attractive finish. A secondary glazed sash window to the rear lets in gentle north light whilst the feature arched window on the south can bathe the whole living space in sunshine on a fair day. The sitting area is cosier, with carpeted floor but still retains the feeling of elegance with such a high ceiling. A feature fireplace with granite hearth provides space for an electric stove if you prefer (current cast-iron stove is not included) and makes a nice focal point, as does the cushioned window seat overlooking the quadrangle.
On the first floor is a good size landing, roomier than you may expect with room for a piece of furniture if you are so inclined. Doors open to a modernised bathroom with contemporary suite including double-ended bath with central taps and shower attachment, separate shower cubicle housing mains shower, concealed cistern WC and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard under, cleverly tucked beneath the large secondary glazed sash window. The main bedroom is a nice size and overlooks the pretty quadrangle to the front. The second bedroom is also a good size double. It contains the airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and shelving, but also has plumbing and drainage connected by way of a vanity wash hand basin to one corner. Not only is this perfect for visitors but also offers scope for the creation of en suite facilities perhaps. There is a further bedroom to the front of the property – a generous single room over the stairs with associated fitted shelving.
Outside
As well as the seating area to the front of the property, a pedestrian gateway to the rear leads to a further gravelled area on the north side which also belongs to this property and overlooks the pretty private gardens of the neighbouring house. However, the real exception is the large private garden belonging to this property and accessed via a locked gate beyond the communal parking area and gardens, just a stone’s throw away from the property itself. The locked gate provides access to what was formerly the walled garden for the estate, and is divided into three sections, the middle section belonging to this property. You have access on foot across the first garden (No.11) and the furthest garden (No.15) has access across both the first and middle gardens to reach theirs. The middle section contains an impressive ancient Monterey Pine tree, extensive lawn and flower borders. On the southern boundary wall there is a good size garden store with corrugated roof, ideal for storing tools etc, and through a gateway to one side is an adjoining potting shed. Beyond the cedar tree the garden leads up to the original southerly facing brick wall, giving great shelter from the north winds and home to several fruit trees. There is also a timber summerhouse, separate pergola perfect for entertaining and a further open patio area to the other side. The gardens offer great scope for those who are green fingered, and like a “secret garden” it offers far more than you might expect.
Brettingham Court was originally part of the 18th century kitchen courtyard to Hinton House, designed by Matthew Brettingham and remodelled at the turn of the 19th century by Sir John Soane to create a stableyard. During the 20th century the quadrangle of properties were converted into mews style residences around an attractive central courtyard, approached through an impressive archway giving a lovely first impression. The property lies within walking distance of the beautiful village centre. Hinton St George is generally regarded as one of the most sought-after and attractive villages in South Somerset. It consists primarily of period houses and cottages, built using the local stone - renowned for its mellow colour and visual appeal. The village centre is a real gem and much of it is designated a Conservation Area. The village is peaceful and carries no through traffic of any significance. There is a pub, excellent village shop, pre-school and first school and an active 14th century church. The village enjoys an accessible position with good road links to the A303 within c. 10 minutes’ drive, and the M5 at Taunton within c.30 minutes’ drive. It also lies within a short drive of the thriving market town of Ilminster with its pretty independent stores, great facilities and Minster Church, whilst closer to home the town of Crewkerne boasts a mainline station (London Waterloo – Exeter) and Waitrose supermarket.
The Property
Having been improved by the current owner, this lower maintenance coach-house conversion offers perfect accommodation for those who want good ceiling heights and nice proportions without having too much to look after. Ideal for the green-fingered or those who like to entertain, this is one of the few conversions in this development to benefit from its own partly walled private area of garden, tucked away just a stone’s throw from the house itself. An absolute haven during lockdown, you could easily while away many hours enjoying the glorious outlook and pottering with your plot, or alternatively make the most of the southerly facing walled-aspect by enjoying the patio, summerhouse or BBQ area with friends and family.
Like most of the properties in Brettingham Court, you enter via the pretty quadrangle, through a southerly facing courtyard area where there’s room for a bench or bistro set. The front door opens through the original arched opening to an attractive hallway, with hard-wearing Karndean flooring to an attractive design. In the hallway you first notice the exceptional ceiling heights and the stairs rise to the first floor with understairs cupboard and useful understairs cloakroom fitted with heritage style suite including WC and wash hand basin, all tastefully decorated.
Doors lead through to both the kitchen and living room providing “flow” throughout the ground floor. The kitchen has a large secondary glazed sash window letting in plenty of natural light and the flooring continues through from the hall. It is attractively fitted with a range of cream units comprising floor and wall mounted cupboards and drawers with work surfaces over incorporating gas hob, electric oven and combi-microwave, ceramic sink unit and built-in fridge / freezer. There’s also a tall “hidden” cupboard with complementary door perfect for further storage such as vacuum etc. The boiler is tucked away on the rear wall, again hidden from view behind a matching unit. There is an intergrated dishwasher and space and plumbing for washing machine.
The kitchen opens through to a dining area, again with the Kardean wood-effect floor providing a practical and attractive finish. A secondary glazed sash window to the rear lets in gentle north light whilst the feature arched window on the south can bathe the whole living space in sunshine on a fair day. The sitting area is cosier, with carpeted floor but still retains the feeling of elegance with such a high ceiling. A feature fireplace with granite hearth provides space for an electric stove if you prefer (current cast-iron stove is not included) and makes a nice focal point, as does the cushioned window seat overlooking the quadrangle.
On the first floor is a good size landing, roomier than you may expect with room for a piece of furniture if you are so inclined. Doors open to a modernised bathroom with contemporary suite including double-ended bath with central taps and shower attachment, separate shower cubicle housing mains shower, concealed cistern WC and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard under, cleverly tucked beneath the large secondary glazed sash window. The main bedroom is a nice size and overlooks the pretty quadrangle to the front. The second bedroom is also a good size double. It contains the airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and shelving, but also has plumbing and drainage connected by way of a vanity wash hand basin to one corner. Not only is this perfect for visitors but also offers scope for the creation of en suite facilities perhaps. There is a further bedroom to the front of the property – a generous single room over the stairs with associated fitted shelving.
Outside
As well as the seating area to the front of the property, a pedestrian gateway to the rear leads to a further gravelled area on the north side which also belongs to this property and overlooks the pretty private gardens of the neighbouring house. However, the real exception is the large private garden belonging to this property and accessed via a locked gate beyond the communal parking area and gardens, just a stone’s throw away from the property itself. The locked gate provides access to what was formerly the walled garden for the estate, and is divided into three sections, the middle section belonging to this property. You have access on foot across the first garden (No.11) and the furthest garden (No.15) has access across both the first and middle gardens to reach theirs. The middle section contains an impressive ancient Monterey Pine tree, extensive lawn and flower borders. On the southern boundary wall there is a good size garden store with corrugated roof, ideal for storing tools etc, and through a gateway to one side is an adjoining potting shed. Beyond the cedar tree the garden leads up to the original southerly facing brick wall, giving great shelter from the north winds and home to several fruit trees. There is also a timber summerhouse, separate pergola perfect for entertaining and a further open patio area to the other side. The gardens offer great scope for those who are green fingered, and like a “secret garden” it offers far more than you might expect.
Brettingham Court was originally part of the 18th century kitchen courtyard to Hinton House, designed by Matthew Brettingham and remodelled at the turn of the 19th century by Sir John Soane to create a stableyard. During the 20th century the quadrangle of properties were converted into mews style residences around an attractive central courtyard, approached through an impressive archway giving a lovely first impression. The property lies within walking distance of the beautiful village centre. Hinton St George is generally regarded as one of the most sought-after and attractive villages in South Somerset. It consists primarily of period houses and cottages, built using the local stone - renowned for its mellow colour and visual appeal. The village centre is a real gem and much of it is designated a Conservation Area. The village is peaceful and carries no through traffic of any significance. There is a pub, excellent village shop, pre-school and first school and an active 14th century church. The village enjoys an accessible position with good road links to the A303 within c. 10 minutes’ drive, and the M5 at Taunton within c.30 minutes’ drive. It also lies within a short drive of the thriving market town of Ilminster with its pretty independent stores, great facilities and Minster Church, whilst closer to home the town of Crewkerne boasts a mainline station (London Waterloo – Exeter) and Waitrose supermarket.
