House For Sale £750,000
A superb opportunity to purchase a characterful detached property, generously proportioned throughout and dating back in parts to the 1700's, enjoying three reception rooms, eight double bedrooms including a charming self contained annexe, private south facing garden, plenty of parking and double garage. The property lends itself to a variety of uses whether you're dreaming of your own B&B, a house fit for multiple occupancy or simply a large family looking for the rarely available space that this home provides, occupying a delightful village setting just 5 minutes from the M5 and 13 minutes from the nearest rail link, it's an easy commute to Bristol, Bath, Taunton and all points west.
Chestnut House is generously proportioned and tastefully presented throughout, boasting many character features including exposed beams and natural stone walling and inglenook fireplaces which together provide a homely and relaxed feel that our vendors have loved over the years, now ready to downsize, they wish to emphasise what a fabulous home it has been for their multi-generational family and whilst sad to see it go, wish to see the house utilised to its full potential again. We agree this property must be seen to appreciate its versatility.
Accommodation
On entering through the main door you are welcomed into an exceptionally large reception hall, forming part of a clever infill extension connecting the original house to the barn, which was converted into further living accommodation, it also offers fabulous B&B breakfast/dining space. Most ground floor rooms lead off from here including the kitchen and dining room in the original part of the house and in the conversion a utility, large store/cold room with further store, annexe, study/bedroom eight, shower room and boiler cupboard. The first of two flights of stairs in the property rise to a landing where you will find three en-suite double bedrooms and a linen cupboard, again excellent for both B&B or families with older children desiring privacy. The ground floor room labelled bedroom eight/study is currently used as a gym and has the benefit of its own external entrance door so would also lend itself to a great working from home space and is situated next to a shower room. In the original part of the house a country style kitchen gives access onto the terrace and garden and is fitted with a range of shaker style base units, solid timber work tops and Belfast sink, space for an under counter fridge, integrated dishwasher and chimney recess with space for a Range style cooker. Continue into a charming dining room, featuring a large inglenook fireplace with substantial timber beam over believed to have come from a galleon ship. Next you come to a lovely light and spacious sitting room, where you can cosy up next to the inglenook with inset wood burning stove. Glazed double doors bring you into the sunroom, a super hobby or reading room overlooking the garden and the terrace. Returning to the dining room a staircase rises to the first-floor landing, here you will find a family bathroom with roll top bath and three double bedrooms including the principal bedroom, an excellent size room featuring a large cast-iron fireplace with recess storage either side, sloped ceilings, exposed beams and door to a stunning, recently refitted ensuite shower room.
The annexe is a marvellous asset, providing earning potential or ‘granny annexe’ accommodation accessible via its own external door or connecting door to the main house. The open plan living area is appointed with an attractive L shaped kitchen which comprises, base and wall units, work tops, built in oven and hob, sink unit and space for a fridge and washer/dryer. The double bedroom is a good size and serviced by a shower room. A two-door passageway leads to the main house which has been cleverly used a wardrobe when locked off from the main house.
Outside
At the front of the property is a sweeping block paved driveway (shared with one other property) leads to the double garage, fitted with two up and over doors, power, light, window and door into the garden, there is parking for six cars. Attractive borders planted with shrubs and fruit trees. A gate and path provide access to the rear garden. Fully enclosed, the garden enjoys a desirable south facing aspect and excellent degree of privacy all set over two levels. A large patio terrace extends from the rear elevation with a pergola over, brought to life in the summer months by a stunning wisteria. A natural stone wall retains the higher-level garden and steps leads up to the lawn with well stocked flower and shrub borders and vegetable area and variety of mature trees.Woolavington is situated on the Polden Hills to the west of Street and conveniently placed for the M5 motorway.
Location
Chestnut House is located in the oldest part of the village within walking distance of the church, doctors surgery, village stores and school. The nearest towns are Bridgwater and Street and provide a wide choice of facilities including Bridgwater College and Millfield school (public) in Street. Woolavington is well placed to take advantage of the many benefits life in Somerset offers including a large number of nature reserves found on the Somerset levels, walking on the Quantock and Mendip Hills, shopping centres and theatres in Bristol and Bath, the latter famous as a glorious Georgian City, and the north Somerset coastline. County town of Taunton is within 17 miles. International airports Bristol and Exeter are easily accessible.
Directions
From Street follow the A39 towards Bridgwater and M5. At Bawdrip (garage and car sales), turn right and proceed into the village of Woolavington. The road proceeds down hill and just after the Church and turn left into Lower Road. Continue along Lower Road where you will find the property on the left hand side.
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
Chestnut House is generously proportioned and tastefully presented throughout, boasting many character features including exposed beams and natural stone walling and inglenook fireplaces which together provide a homely and relaxed feel that our vendors have loved over the years, now ready to downsize, they wish to emphasise what a fabulous home it has been for their multi-generational family and whilst sad to see it go, wish to see the house utilised to its full potential again. We agree this property must be seen to appreciate its versatility.
Accommodation
On entering through the main door you are welcomed into an exceptionally large reception hall, forming part of a clever infill extension connecting the original house to the barn, which was converted into further living accommodation, it also offers fabulous B&B breakfast/dining space. Most ground floor rooms lead off from here including the kitchen and dining room in the original part of the house and in the conversion a utility, large store/cold room with further store, annexe, study/bedroom eight, shower room and boiler cupboard. The first of two flights of stairs in the property rise to a landing where you will find three en-suite double bedrooms and a linen cupboard, again excellent for both B&B or families with older children desiring privacy. The ground floor room labelled bedroom eight/study is currently used as a gym and has the benefit of its own external entrance door so would also lend itself to a great working from home space and is situated next to a shower room. In the original part of the house a country style kitchen gives access onto the terrace and garden and is fitted with a range of shaker style base units, solid timber work tops and Belfast sink, space for an under counter fridge, integrated dishwasher and chimney recess with space for a Range style cooker. Continue into a charming dining room, featuring a large inglenook fireplace with substantial timber beam over believed to have come from a galleon ship. Next you come to a lovely light and spacious sitting room, where you can cosy up next to the inglenook with inset wood burning stove. Glazed double doors bring you into the sunroom, a super hobby or reading room overlooking the garden and the terrace. Returning to the dining room a staircase rises to the first-floor landing, here you will find a family bathroom with roll top bath and three double bedrooms including the principal bedroom, an excellent size room featuring a large cast-iron fireplace with recess storage either side, sloped ceilings, exposed beams and door to a stunning, recently refitted ensuite shower room.
The annexe is a marvellous asset, providing earning potential or ‘granny annexe’ accommodation accessible via its own external door or connecting door to the main house. The open plan living area is appointed with an attractive L shaped kitchen which comprises, base and wall units, work tops, built in oven and hob, sink unit and space for a fridge and washer/dryer. The double bedroom is a good size and serviced by a shower room. A two-door passageway leads to the main house which has been cleverly used a wardrobe when locked off from the main house.
Outside
At the front of the property is a sweeping block paved driveway (shared with one other property) leads to the double garage, fitted with two up and over doors, power, light, window and door into the garden, there is parking for six cars. Attractive borders planted with shrubs and fruit trees. A gate and path provide access to the rear garden. Fully enclosed, the garden enjoys a desirable south facing aspect and excellent degree of privacy all set over two levels. A large patio terrace extends from the rear elevation with a pergola over, brought to life in the summer months by a stunning wisteria. A natural stone wall retains the higher-level garden and steps leads up to the lawn with well stocked flower and shrub borders and vegetable area and variety of mature trees.Woolavington is situated on the Polden Hills to the west of Street and conveniently placed for the M5 motorway.
Location
Chestnut House is located in the oldest part of the village within walking distance of the church, doctors surgery, village stores and school. The nearest towns are Bridgwater and Street and provide a wide choice of facilities including Bridgwater College and Millfield school (public) in Street. Woolavington is well placed to take advantage of the many benefits life in Somerset offers including a large number of nature reserves found on the Somerset levels, walking on the Quantock and Mendip Hills, shopping centres and theatres in Bristol and Bath, the latter famous as a glorious Georgian City, and the north Somerset coastline. County town of Taunton is within 17 miles. International airports Bristol and Exeter are easily accessible.
Directions
From Street follow the A39 towards Bridgwater and M5. At Bawdrip (garage and car sales), turn right and proceed into the village of Woolavington. The road proceeds down hill and just after the Church and turn left into Lower Road. Continue along Lower Road where you will find the property on the left hand side.
Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
