An idyllically situated and substantial five-bedroom family home in the heart of this sought after South Somerset village.

Broomfield House Church Path Queen Camel BA22 7NX
An idyllically situated and substantial five-bedroom family home in the heart of this sought after South Somerset village. Broomfield House has extensive accommodation including a porch, reception hall, sitting room, drawing room, kitchen breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, five double bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms. The house is set centrally within beautifully maintained gardens and grounds of around two-thirds of an acre. There is a private sweeping drive leading up to the property where there is a large parking area and a double garage with workshop.

About the area
The charming historical village of Queen Camel that is predominately made up of period properties to its centre with an unusual number of amenities that include a village shop, church, primary school, public house, village hall and an excellent medical centre. The village itself is conveniently placed midway between the historic Abbey town of Sherborne and the local regional centre of Yeovil to the south and the Somerset town of Castle Cary to the north. Between them these towns offer a comprehensive range of cultural, recreational and shopping facilities.

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Sporting, walking and riding opportunities abound within the area with golf clubs at both Sherborne and Yeovil while the region is well known for both its public and privately funded schools including Hazlegrove, Sherborne Boy's and Girl's School's and the Bruton Schools. Communication links are good with main line stations at Castle Cary and Sherborne linking with Paddington and Waterloo respectively while road links are along the A303 joined nearby at Sparkford giving swift access to London and the Home Counties along the M3, M25 route.Church Path is a quiet and cobbled no through lane, neatly tucked away off the main street.

Accommodation
Broomfield House was built in 1973 and has been owned by the same family ever since which is testament to what a lovely home this is. The property is perfectly situated within its grounds, enjoying a picturesque backdrop of St. Barnabas Church as well as total privacy and seclusion while still being within a stone's throw of the village's amenities. At the front of the house, the main entrance leads into the porch where there is a cupboard for coats and shoes. Heading into the property from the porch, there is a welcoming entrance hall which is well-lit thanks to the large westerly facing window in the stairwell. The hall has wooden floorboards and ample storage beneath the stairs, as well as access into the living rooms and cloakroom.

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The drawing room is an impressive living area measuring over 30 feet across. It enjoys a dual aspect with a fabulous bay window at one end where there are two sets of floor-to-ceiling swing doors, and a set of french doors in the middle; ideal for inside/outside living during the summer months. In the heart of the room there is ham stone open fire. A set of bi-folding internal doors between the drawing room and adjacent sitting room can be opened to connect the two into one large open-plan sociable living space. With the doors pulled to, the sitting room is a wonderfully cosy room with an efficient wood burner making this the perfect winter room. Alternatively, this has also previously been used as the formal dining area.

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The kitchen enjoys a delightful outlook of the garden through its bay window which has window seats below. There are plenty of oak fronted units with oak worktops above, plus space within for an oven and dishwasher. In addition there is a pretty view of the kitchen garden from the sink. Adjoining the kitchen there is a utility room with extensive further storage, plumbing for utilities and a side door which leads to a sheltered area between the house and garage.

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Leading upstairs, there are five double bedrooms, all of which have built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has french doors to a balcony which enjoys commanding views over the stunning gardens. The fifth bedroom would make an ideal study and all four of the other rooms are significantly larger than average. There is a family bathroom which has Jack-and-Jill style access into the second bedroom. Here there is a bath with overhead shower, basin and w/c. There is a shower room too which has recently been updated with stylish wall tiles, a walk in shower, basin and w/c. Accessed from the landing there is a loft hatch and airing cupboard.

Outside
From Church Path, a sweeping gravel driveway which is flanked by a flourish of spring bulbs from January till the end of April leads up to a substantial parking area directly in front of the house and double garage. The garage has an electric up-and-over door, internal lighting and power, plus storage above; and a workshop to the rear. Surrounding the house there are mature, well-established gardens. The lawn is interspersed with deep borders, full of flowers and shrubbery, and several trees including a crab apple and blossoming cherry. Immediately outside the drawing room there is a sunny seating terrace, perfect for al-fresco dining.

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On the northern side of the house there is a vastly productive kitchen garden with several vegetable patches and a greenhouse. In all, the gardens and grounds amount to around two-thirds of an acre.

Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Solar panels providing a tariff to the owners, in addition to energy savings and an IMMER-SUM water heating system. Tenure: Freehold. Energy Performance Rating: DCouncil Tax Band: E

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A small portion of the driveway between the house and Church Path is shared with the cottage on the corner.

Directions
WHAT/THREE/WORDS: Giggles.Shiny.CelebrateYour sat nav or phone will bring you onto Church Path Queen Camel using the postcode BA22 7NX.DO NOT GO DOWN THE COBBLES TO THE CHURCH.Turn right between a high wall and a coach house. At the end you will see a garage and a gateway.When you reach them you will see a drive to your left. Turn down the drive past a cottage on your right. You will see a house at the end and you've arrived!

Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold