This is a delightful house, extensively improved and with over half an acre of gardens and land

ORCHARD HOUSE, HIGH HAM, LANGPORT.
Street 8 miles, Glastonbury 9 miles, Langport 2.5 miles, Somerton 4 miles, and Yeovil, Taunton and Wells all about 15 miles (all distances approx.)

Summary
A charming house with stunning accommodation, a large garden (.66 acres), great views and a peaceful setting on village outskirts near Langport and Somerton.The house has been beautifully extended and improved and has exceptional accommodation. This includes a porch, entrance hall, cloakroom, 21ft. sitting room, an open plan fitted kitchen & dining room and a splendid 20ft. orangery opening into the garden. On the first floor are 4 bedrooms an en suite shower room and the family bathroom. To the side of the house is an internal hall which links into the large garage which includes a utility area.In front of the house is a pretty garden and a gravelled driveaway providing plenty of parking. To the rear of the house is a neat, landscaped garden leading onto the lawned paddock beyond.

Location
Orchard House is a handsome house standing off a quiet lane on the outskirts of the very popular village of High Ham. This is an historic village with an excellent Primary School, a vibrant community and the 'Stembridge Tower Mill' being the last remaining thatched windmill in England. Orchard House looks across beautiful countryside, with the Dorset hills in the distance. It's within easy walking distance of the village centre and amenities.

Description
The two storey house stands well back from the lane, within its garden and with a front stonewall. Internally the house has been extremely well updated and extended and features include oak flooring and doors, wood burning stoves, a well fitted kitchen with units and appliances plus the superb orangery. All supported by double glazing and LPG gas central heating.

Accommodation
The front door opens into a porch with a neat bench seat (above shoe storage) and an inner bespoke solid oak door to the spacious hall. This has storage cupboards, the staircase and a cloakroom with toilet, basin and large cupboard.The large, well-proportioned sitting room is carpeted and has a stone fireplace with a multi fuel stove. A comfortable, light, and appealing room for winter evenings! The open plan kitchen and dining room has tiled floors and the kitchen is well equipped. It has a range of units and work surfaces, breakfast bar, wall tiling, a ceramic 2-bowl sink and appliances including a dishwasher, a Belling Range (LPG gas 7 burner) Cooker, extractor hood and a large American style fridge & freezer.

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An archway opens from the dining room into the orangery which has sandstone floor tiling, a wood burning stove, full height, windows and sliding doors and a central lantern roof light. These combine to flood the room and the house with sunlight. The sliding door links the house with the neat, landscaped garden area for meals and relaxation.A side door from the kitchen opens into the side hall with doors to the garden and the front driveway. It also has a door into the large garage which has a utility area with a sink, cupboards with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer including plumbing. The garage has an electric front door to the drive and double doors opening into the rear garden.

First Floor
The stairwell has a tall lancet window which illuminates the staircase and the landing which has access with a folding staircase to the boarded loft.There are 4 bedrooms with the main bedroom having a balcony (overlooking the garden), with stunning views over to Glastonbury Tor and an en-suite shower room. One of the bedrooms has fitted wardrobes and another is fitted out as a dressing room with two ranges of fitted wardrobes.The family bathroom has a basin, toilet and tub bath with a shower and screen.

Outside
At the front of the property is a stone wall and to the sides are tall, well established hedges. There's a neat lawn and a generous gravelled parking area.To the rear of the house, and approached from the orangery is a large, paved terrace with a lawn bounded by flower beds. Beyond is a large lawned meadow bounded by mature trees including oak, willow, pine and poplars. Close to the willow tree are raised beds and a wildflower area. This garden has stock proof fencing.

Other points
The house is freehold and has mains water and electricity and private drainage. Double glazing and LPG gas for central heating and cooking.Council tax band E. EPC rating 50 E.

About the area
Langport is an historic town alongside the River Parrett which was the Roman accesway to Avalon and later the invading Danes. It was also the site of an important battle in the Civil War. It's now an idyllic small Somerset town which has changed little over the years which gives it great charm and character. Individual shops remain without large chain outlets other than the useful Tescos. It also has very pleasant and popular cafe/restaurants alongside the river much used by walkers and nowadays cyclists as well as the local townspeople.Somerton, the ancient capital of Wessex is also within a few miles and provides a further range of amenities and facilities including good restaurants.

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The surrounding countryside is absolutely beautiful and is accessible with many footpaths and bridleways. It is also ideal for cycling with its small lanes and little traffic (see Somerset Cycle Route). The nearby towns of Street, Glastonbury, Taunton, Wells and Sherborne offer a wider range of amenities and the area offers a good choice of country pubs and restaurants. The award winning Halfway House being just a short drive away.

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Transportation links are excellent via the M5 motorway linking the north and south and the A303 to the east and west. Nearby Castle Cary provides a fast train link to London Paddington. There is an excellent choice of state and independent schools including Millfield, Sherborne, Bruton, Taunton School, Wells Cathedral School, Huish Episcopi Academy and Sixth Form colleges at both Richard Huish, Taunton and Strode College in Street; Hazlegrove and Leweston are very popular local Preparatory schools. Sporting facilities several good golf courses and numerous clubs for a wide variety of sports (cricket, tennis, squash, rugby, soccer, etc.) There are also many cultural and artistic societies and organizations within this very active and friendly community of Somerset.

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. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. 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.

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Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold