House For Sale £465,000
Formerly known as Bengrove Lodge, Leighbridge is offered with no onward chain. This detached property requiring updating is ideal for those looking for space to breed dogs or to create a dog kennel hotel. Occupying a large linear plot of approximately 0.6 acre and with 2 points of access would also appeal to those requiring on site storage and parking for large vehicles. This property offers potential for extending and improving.
Description
Formerly known as Bengrove Lodge, Leighbridge was used by the late owner for dog breeding and grooming with many of the dog kennels and outbuildings still in situ. A double glazed door located to the rear of the property leads into the entrance hall which extends to the sitting room. To the right is a 2nd reception room or additional double bedroom. Across the hall is the wet room with shower, low level wc and wash hand basin. The sitting room has two ornamental fireplaces, beams to ceiling, mirror backed display cabinets to either side of one of the fireplaces, staircase rising to the first floor and door to kitchen/breakfast room. Enjoying views of adjoining farmland and the dog grooming area and the garden beyond, this room is fitted with a range of modern units incorporating single drainer sink unit, ceramic hob, cooker hood, work surfaces and breakfast bar. There is space for a washing machine and the walls are part painted panelling. On the first floor there is a double bedroom with built in cupboard and views from the front over the farmland. The landing is open with the next bedroom and this space could be used as a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing room / nursery. Alternatively a stud wall could be erected which will convert the first floor accommodation into 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Council Tax Band D and Freehold
Outside
To one side of the property is a large expanse of lawn and gravelled parking area with path leading to the rear of the property and the entrance door. The path continues around to the far side, where steps lead to the dog grooming outbuilding complete with dog bath, a food store and holding kennels. From here there is an expanse of lawn with stepping stones leading to another range of dog kennels and pens, exercise area. Beyond this is a large timber outbuilding with a a further grassed area and the double gates giving vehicular access to this part of the property. The property also benefits from solar panels installed on the roof that operate under the Government's Feed In Tariff Scheme.
Location
The nearby towns of Shepton Mallet, Somerton and Castle Cary offer a range of shops, chemists, doctors and general facilities. Castle Cary has a mainline station to Paddington London. Bristol Airport is approximately an hour's drive from the property.
Directions
Leave Shepton Mallet heading south on the A37. Travel through the villages of Pylle and Wraxall. The property will be seen on the right as indicated by our For Sale boards. The parking is at the 2nd board.
