4 bed cottage for sale in Great Street, Norton Sub Hamdon, TA14 (ref: 12188977)

SOLD BY ORCHARDS ESTATES - Unique, Hamstone built, edge of village, detached, ranch style villa set in approx 2 acres of private grounds. This is a tasteful, single level living opportunity with an abundance of living space and practically every window offers a countryside outlook. Set back from the road over a driveway which leads to the front gate entrance as you drive through the winding driveway up to the property you are immediately struck by the simple charm of this picturesque property set in approx 2 acres of private grounds. The current owners have been in residence for 8 years and in that time have updated and in part upgraded many aspect of this fine home. We feel confident that this home will interest only the most discerning buyers who are seeking an unique home in the charming village of Norton sub Hamdon.

SettingBased on the edge of the village, this property is set within approx 2 acres of level grounds. Access from Great Street is over a countryside style lane and then into the entrance which defines the boundary of this property as the driveway winds through the front garden to the home itself.

ApproachUpon entering the main gate the gravel laid driveway leads to a wide parking area with space for several vehicles and providing access to the front garden, sheds, side gate to the rear garden and further gate leading to the paddock style larger garden.

EntranceThe main entrance for most will be through the utility lobby which distributes to the spacious utility room, handy WC and door leading to the open-plan and impressive kitchen.

Kitchen and Dining SpaceThe kitchen here is really the heart of this home with central island, lots of natural light from dual aspect windows plus rear aspect double glazed French Doors opening to the rear terrace. An open box arch extends the kitchen area to yet another spacious area currently dressed with an 8 seat dining table and chairs and further dual aspect windows.

Activity Room and Living SpaceA doorway from the dining area opens to the central snug which is set out as a play/activity room and again offers dual aspect windows and lots of storage. Next door leads to several shallow steps which bring you into the very spacious main living room with feature fireplace and inset wood burner, higher ceilings and lots of natural light this time from triple aspect windows and a rear aspect double glazed French door set in double glazed door height windows.

Sleeping AreasFrom the sitting room you go through the actual front door lobby which houses a storage cupboard where you will find the oil fired boiler. This part of the home was built from former stables and is set out in barn style with a long hallway with windows off and 4 bedrooms. The first 3 bedrooms are all doubles and feature front aspect windows. The principle bedroom then offers front aspect window and rear aspect double glazed French doors opening to the courtyard garden area. The main bedroom also features a spacious en-suite. For the remaining 3 bedrooms, there is a spacious and tastefully designed master bathroom with a large walk-in shower as well as a double ended bath.

Front GardenWith a gated driveway which winds through the front garden, this is a spacious area with a central Beech tree framing the outlook. This area splits into 3 main areas and has a range of sheds with electric as well as a home office sited with electric and wi-fi.

Rear GardenThe rear walled garden is a a lovely space which can be accessed from the side of the house, the kitchen area and a walkway from the courtyard garden. Feature an initial patio laid area, several steps up to another patio area then a raised decking/sun bathing area to the rear. There is a very nice feature of a high ham stone wall with a hidden door which helps make this a very private space.

Courtyard GardenSet off the main sitting and with access from the master bedroom as well as a walkway to the rear garden, this area is laid to gravel and features a central firepit area. The area above the terrace off the sitting room is covered and offers a year round outdoor area for the family as well as guests. Thought has gone into the area with the wall separating this property from the neighbouring Manor House being used as a cinema screen.

Paddock AreaThe property on two sides is framed by the paddock field which is tree lined, fenced and clearly defines the boundary. A main gate provides access and there are then several other pedestrian access points from the sheds and the rear garden.

Material InformationCouncil Tax Band: F Mains Water and Drainage A new oil tank was installed in 2023 The original building was stables for the Manor House. The current property underwent conversion in the 1970's. The wood burner in the sitting room is under 3 years old Main heating is from an oil boiler, the cooker uses propane gas. Historic records may show a footpath through the paddock area, this has been since updated and there is a public right of way outside the boundary of this property. There is no public right of access to this property or within the boundary. Current Broadband Speed at time of publication is 64GB