4 bedroom detached house for sale

A substantial four-bedroom detached residence standing in gardens and grounds of approximately 1.58 acres, occupying a fine elevated position in the sought after area of Woodcombe with easy access to Minehead & Exmoor National Park.

DESCRIPTION
Greenslade Taylor Hunt are delighted to present to the market ‘Woodlands House’ a prodigious four-bedroom detached period home, situated in an elevated position within a mile of Minehead Town Centre, easy access to North Hill, Exmoor National Park, and glorious countryside walks surrounding Woodcombe.

Set within approximately 1.58 acres and enjoying a pleasant southerly aspect, the property is approached via a sweeping circular driveway that provides generous parking and access to the garage. The house itself retains a great deal of charm, with attractive period features complemented by the comforts of modern-day living. To the rear, a paddock extends beyond the main garden, taking in open views towards the coast and across the surrounding countryside. A mature woodland boundary borders the land and offers direct access onto Exmoor National Park.
The property is arranged over two floors and in brief comprises; Access is gained via the original oak door into a spacious entrance hall, with doors leading to all principal ground floor rooms, a WC and stairs rising to the first floor.
The living room is a generous reception space, often filled with natural light due to its triple aspect, and benefits from a feature fireplace with inset wood-burning stove.
The study is a light and airy room, enjoying a dual aspect overlooking the front garden.
The dining room benefits from a box bay window to the rear, along with a built-in pantry, a wood-burning stove and access through to the kitchen.
The country-style kitchen enjoys a triple aspect and is fitted with a range of units with work surfaces over to include; a ceramic sink and drainer with brass mixer tap, space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher, space for a freestanding fridge/freezer, and a Rangemaster Elan cooker with fitted extractor hood above. A door leads through to the garden room.
The garden room provides a light and versatile additional reception area, with access to the useful utility room and a door giving access into both the front and rear gardens.
The utility room is fitted with further units and worktops, an inset ceramic sink, additional storage and access to the rear garden.
From the main entrance hall, stairs rise to a light and airy first floor landing with doors to all bedrooms, the family bathroom and separate shower room.
The principal bedroom is a spacious double room with a dual aspect overlooking the front garden and surrounding countryside, and benefits from an en-suite shower room.
Bedroom two is a further double room with a dual aspect and fitted storage.
Bedroom three is also a double, overlooking the rear garden, while bedroom four is a single room with a box bay window to the front.
The family bathroom is fitted with a freestanding bath with detachable shower head, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC, along with an obscure glazed window to the rear.
A separate shower room completes the accommodation, comprising a modern walk-in shower with glass screen and an obscure glazed window to the rear.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
Mains electric, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.
Council Tax: Somerset Council—Band G.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1800 Mbps, highest available upload speed 220 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

SITUATION
Woodcombe is situated on the edge of the town of Minehead which is commonly known as the gateway to the Exmoor National Park where there are many interesting walks and country pursuits to be enjoyed. The town boasts a wide range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities along with First, Middle and Upper Schools. The County Town of Taunton is approximately twenty-five miles distance with its wider range of shops and access to the motorway network and mainline railway station. Many of the renowned attractions of West Somerset and the Exmoor National Park are also within short mocoastline.toring distance along with the rugged North Devon

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via an impressive, walled entrance with double opening gates, framed by mature pine trees, leading onto a sweeping circular driveway. The driveway continues through the front gardens, which are mainly laid to lawn with well-established shrubs and trees, and provides access to a single detached garage with light, power and water.
Stone steps rise to an attractive terrace spanning the front elevation and a stone pillared porch with lighting offers a welcoming entrance. Pathways to either side of the house lead through to the rear garden.
The rear garden is generously arranged over terraces, creating a variety of lawned areas with mature shrubs and trees. A useful outbuilding, currently used as a garden store, benefits from light and power.
Steps lead up to a pedestrian gate providing direct access to the adjoining paddock of approximately 0.89 acres. Gently sloping and bordered by woodland to the rear, with hedging and fencing to the remaining boundaries, the paddock is a haven for local wildlife. From here, there are far-reaching views across Minehead, the surrounding countryside and coastline, along with access to local walks leading onto Exmoor National Park.