3 bedroom detached house for sale

Constructed of natural stone beneath a traditional clay tiled roof, The Stables offers generous and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, with a natural flow between the principal reception rooms and a pleasing sense of light and space throughout. The house is entered via a well-lit entrance lobby opening into a spacious reception hall which immediately conveys the scale and character of the house. From here, the elegant drawing room forms an impressive focal point, with high ceilings and fireplace with wooden surround. Glazed doors open into the heated conservatory, which provides a delightful space for a spot of lunch while enjoying the garden views. The large dining room is open plan with the sitting room, offering a space well suited to both family life and entertaining and features glazed wall cabinets flanking the archway, adding character as well as useful storage. The kitchen is well proportioned and fitted with painted units, with integrated appliances including a Neff induction hob and eye-level double oven and space for an under-counter fridge and dishwasher. An adjacent larder provides an additional repository, while the utility room is fitted with further units, a recess for a fridge freezer and capacity for a washing machine and dryer.
To the other side of the house, a light-filled corridor leads to a study, which could readily serve as a ground floor bedroom if required, together with a further double bedroom, enjoying a south facing bay window and fitted wardrobes. A family shower room serves this area, while additional storage is provided by an airing cupboard and an under stairs cupboard. The staircase rises to a bright landing equipped with an extensive range of cupboards. The first-floor accommodation comprises two bedrooms, one set within the eaves with views over the woodland garden and access to a long attic store with extensive cupboards and an attractive ox-eye window at the far end. The second bedroom is generous, overlooking the garden, with bespoke wardrobe and shelving. These bedrooms are served by a family bathroom furnished with a basin, WC and corner bath with electric shower over.
Throughout the house there are a number of appealing period features, including deep windows, skirting and coving and matching wood panelled doors, which contribute to the warmth and character of the property. The Stables offers excellent prospects for further enhancement: an opportunity to create a wonderful family home with a charming, secluded garden in a popular village with excellent communication links.

GARDEN AND OUTBUILDINGS
The gardens are a particular highlight of The Stables, arranged as a secluded and gently evolving woodland-style landscape. Meandering paths lead through mature planting to areas of lawn bordered by shrubs and stone walls. In spring, the garden comes alive with snowdrops, anemones, hellebores, periwinkle and flowing bulbs set among ferns, holly, sweet box and herbaceous geraniums. Mature trees provide dappled shade while preserving a sunny, south-facing aspect. Adjacent to the house is a delightful circular terrace, ideally positioned for outdoor dining and entertaining during the warmer months.
Set above the garage and approached via a winding garden path is the studio, clad in cedar beneath a clay tiled roof. Glazed French doors open into a generous and light-filled workspace with Velux windows, a separate cloakroom and access to a small terrace, creating an idyllic setting for home working, creative pursuits or ancillary accommodation. To the front of the property, driveway parking for two to three vehicles leads to the double garage with up-and-over doors, electricity, shelving, workbench and a range of units. Usefully, there is an additional parking space at the front of the house.

LOCATION
North Cheriton is a highly regarded and attractive Somerset village surrounded by unspoilt countryside, yet conveniently positioned for access to the nearby towns of Templecombe, Wincanton and Sherborne. Sherborne is particularly renowned for its Abbey, historic town centre, cultural life and superb range of independent shops, cafés and restaurants, along with Waitrose and Sainsbury’s.
Communications are excellent, with Templecombe station providing a mainline service to London Waterloo in approximately two hours. The A303 is easily accessible, offering swift connections to the South West, London and the Home Counties.

SPORTING AND RECREATION
The area is well provided for with bridleways, quiet lanes and footpaths suitable for cycling, riding and walking. Within close proximity lies the town of Bruton, which plays host to a plethora of attractions, cafes and restaurants, including recently opened Briar at No1 Bruton and the Michelin-starred Osip. The Hauser & Wirth gallery, garden, Da Costa restaurant and farm shop, are within a short drive. The Newt, now well renowned for its many first-class attractions, is also nearby. There are Sailing and water sports on the Bristol Channel, UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast or Sutton Bingham and Chew reservoirs. Nearby racing is at Wincanton, Salisbury and Taunton and there are also numerous golf courses in the area.
Sherborne itself is a cultural hub, with Sherborne Abbey hosting regular concerts and recitals. The nearby Newt country estate and hotel provides extensive gardens, restaurants and exhibitions, while Hauser & Wirth in Bruton offers world-class contemporary art. The Sherborne arts venue is central to the town’s cultural calendar and theatres at Salisbury, Yeovil and Bath provide further choice.

EDUCATION
The area is noted for its independent schools with the Sherborne Schools Group, Leweston, Bryanston, Clayesmore, Millfield and the Bruton schools within reasonable driving distance. There are preparatory schools at Sherborne, Blandford and Sparkford, along with primary schools at nearby Charlton Horethorne and Horsington and state schools in Sherborne, Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton.