5 bedroom detached house for sale

An attractive and substantial five-bedroom detached home set in the heart of the sought-after village of Keinton Mandeville, complete with the added benefit of a paddock. Built in traditional Blue Lias stone with rendered elevations and set back from the road behind a low stone wall, the property combines character with modern convenience, offering beautifully presented and versatile accommodation throughout.

On entering, an inner lobby with cloak storage leads into a welcoming entrance hall. To one side is a bright sitting room with oak floorboards, dual-aspect windows and a limestone fireplace with slate hearth, opening via French doors onto a private courtyard. Opposite is a study, also enjoying oak flooring and generous natural light. An oak staircase rises from the hall, alongside a cloakroom, while a further door opens to the superb open-plan kitchen, dining and living space.

This recently extended room is the heart of the home, perfectly designed for family life and entertaining. The brand new fitted kitchen features integrated appliances including a double oven, induction hob, extractor, fridge freezer and dishwasher, complemented by oak worktops and a breakfast bar. French doors open to the courtyard, while bi-folding doors at the far end connect seamlessly to a south-facing terrace. A newly added utility room provides additional storage and plumbing for laundry.

The first floor offers four double bedrooms, a family bathroom, separate w/c and airing cupboard. The principal bedroom benefits from a dressing area, built-in wardrobes and a generous en-suite with bath, separate shower and heated towel rail. A fifth double bedroom with en-suite bathroom occupies the top floor, enjoying far-reaching southerly views from Velux windows.

Outside, bi-folding doors open onto a sunny terrace leading to a fully enclosed lawned garden with summer house and useful stores at the far end. Electric gates to the side open onto a gravel driveway and yard with ample parking. Please note, the gravel driveway also provides a right of access to Cedar Lodge, the neighbouring property.

The paddock is currently utilised as a small-holding with various animals, and also includes a generous timber shed/workshop, offering excellent scope for a range of uses.

Location
Keinton Mandeville is a popular village set amidst gently rolling countryside, 5 miles east of Somerton. The village provides a pub The Quarry Inn, well regarded primary school, play park, village stores, church and active village hall where there is also a day surgery. The renowned Millfield Senior School on the outskirts of Street is 5 miles. The village is well placed for commuters being just one mile from the A37 and 5.5 miles from the A303 at Podimore. The nearest rail link to London Paddington is at Castle Cary, 6 miles.

Directions
From Somerton Market Place, Head south towards Manor Court. Turn left towards Market Pl/B3165, then turn left onto Market Pl/B3165. Continue to follow B3165, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Horse Mill Ln/B3153. Turn left onto B3151 then turn right onto B3153. Follow the road for 4.0mi and the property will be on your right.

Material Information
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Identity Verification
To ensure full compliance with current legal requirements, all buyers are required to verify their identity and risk status in line with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations before we can formally proceed with the sale. This process includes a series of checks covering identity verification, politically exposed person (PEP) screening, and AML risk assessment for each individual named as a purchaser. In addition, for best practice, we are required to obtain proof of funds and where necessary, to carry out checks on the source of funds being used for the purchase. These checks are mandatory and must be completed regardless of whether the purchase is mortgage-funded, cash, or part of a related transaction. A disbursement of £49 per individual (or £75 per director for limited company purchases) is payable to cover all aspects of this compliance process. This fee represents the full cost of conducting the required checks and verifications. You will receive a secure payment link and full instructions directly from our compliance partner, Guild365, who carry out these checks on our behalf.