3 bedroom detached house for sale

Situated in simply breath-taking surroundings, Longleat Cottage enjoys truly spectacular views of the village of Batcombe and the magnificent landscape that surrounds it. Built in circa 1850 and sympathetically extended by previous owners in 2005, this idyllic rural hideaway has recently been subject to a comprehensive and sensitive refurbishment programme that has transformed these former farm cottages into a stylish family home. The house is situated entirely within its own land and comes with parking for four cars.

The front door punctuates the south facade of the house and opens to a pretty snug that easily doubles as a dining area. Adjacent is a comfortable sitting room that comes with villager woodburning stove that sits beneath a charming red brick and exposed stone chimney breast. Doors open to a secondary room that runs along the rear of the house and is currently used as a gym or could be used as a study space with also room for a single bed/ a ground floor bedroom. Running from the snug is an internal ‘hall’ that opens to a utility room (with WC and shower unit) and a fabulous kitchen, luxuriously furnished with quartz work surfaces that sit atop an array of sleek shaker styled units. A fine slate tiled floor reflects recessed lighting, and an electric range cooker is accompanied by an extractor fan and features an induction hob. At one end of the kitchen is generous dining area with doors that open directly to the garden - natural light pours into the room.

The staircase rises from the snug to the first floor and a landing area. The principal bedroom impresses with bespoke shelving and drawers and is unusual in that it has windows in each wall offering views in every direction. Just outside the bedroom is a spacious dressing room. All the bedrooms are presented in immaculate condition with new carpets, integrated wardrobes, and stunning views. The contemporary styled bathroom is beautifully appointed with slate tiles underfoot, a heated towel rail, premium fixtures and fittings and an oversized shower with a superb dustbin lid showerhead. Of particular note is a discreet storage unit that lies behind a facia of shelves.

Outside
The garden faces South and is enriched by a variety of mature shrubs and a fruit tree. What sets this property apart however is the glorious south facing terrace that runs along the front of the house and is ideally situated to make the most of the truly stunning views in every direction. The landscape is only enhanced by the 15c church tower and a pretty cluster of houses and cottages that bask in the golden hues of the evening sun. A paved area is the ideal spot to take in uninterrupted views to the West. In the curtilage of the house are three useful garden sheds perfect for outdoor storage. Across the lane there is off street parking for up to four vehicles and access to a strip of land that could be cultivated to grow wildflowers or provide a home for some raised beds. The house comes with an array of solar panels fitted to the roof, that ensure utility bills are kept extremely low and reduce its carbon footprint.

Situation
Longleat Cottage is unusual in that it has its own unique postcode and is an ordinance survey data point. It is ideally located on a quiet lane on the edge of Batcombe, one of Somerset’s most desirable villages. It is secluded although not isolated and offers complete privacy with no road noise or light pollution. Batcombe itself is a bustling community with a village hall that hosts cinema evenings, yoga and exercise classes and other such events - the Three Horseshoes recently reopened, is a highly regarded gastro pub. A new addition to the village is a fresh milk vending machine recently installed by a local farmer and offers local produce.

Nearby Bruton is a fashionable and popular town in the heart of the Somerset countryside. The town has several well-known restaurants, pubs and bars including The Old Pharmacy, Osip, At the Chapel and The Roth Bar & Grill at the world-renowned Hauser & Wirth Gallery. The town also has a doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, vet, library, post office, several mini supermarkets, fuel station and numerous independent shops. Also nearby is the very pretty town of Castle Cary, which offers a weekly local produce market and the independent town of Frome with its weekly Farmer’s Market and a highly acclaimed monthly Artisan Market. Additionally, The Newt, a country estate with magnificent woodlands, gardens and eateries lies less than 20 minutes away. ()

Schools
The area is renowned for its excellent schools which include primary and secondary state schools in Bruton and Frome. The well-regarded prep schools of All Hallows and Hazlegrove are nearby as are independent schools that include Sherborne, Kings Bruton, Millfield and Downside.

Castle Cary railway stations provide services to London Paddington and London Waterloo. The A303 (M3) links to London and the wider motorway network - the A36, M4 and M5 are all within easy reach. The historic city of Bath and fashionable city of Bristol are respectively 30 minutes and an hour from Batcombe.

Services
Oil central heating, mains electricity, and mains water
Private drainage
Solar panels
2000 litre oil tank

Directions- BA4 6BY
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Local Authority
Somerset CouncilCouncil

Tax band - E

Tenure - Freehold

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Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold