Mill Lane, Dowlish Wake

Charming four/five bedroom house with stunning countryside views and extensive grounds of just over 20 acres

THE PROPERTY
Lower Leigh is a fabulous single-storey property offering immaculate accommodation, including an exceptional open-plan sitting room and four/five beautiful bedrooms. The property boasts stunning far-reaching views across open countryside, ample parking, a double garage, and delightful gardens surrounding the property. The grounds of just over 20 acres lie to the rear and are currently let by local shepherd as grass keeping, but could suit a variety of purposes, having previously been a fruit farm, or for livestock or horses. (The property is not subject to an agricultural tie.)
The village of Dowlish Wake is one of the most sought after villages in Somerset with wonderful circular walks and a historic medieval packhorse bridge over the ford and stream in the centre of the village. Tucked away down a quiet country lane in one of the area's most idyllic locations, Lower Leigh is truly a remarkable home.
First impressions are highly impressive, with the property's attractive stone façade and wooden effect windows, and pitched tiled roof. Dating back to the 1970s, this lovingly maintained home has been cared for by the same family for nearly 50 years.
Upon entering the property, there is an immediate sense of charm, space, and light. A generously sized coat cupboard and hallway provide the perfect place for muddy boots after a long countryside walk.
The hallway leads into a fantastic open-plan family kitchen, perfectly designed for modern living. The kitchen incorporates a range of attractive wall and base units and enjoys stunning views from three sides. There is ample room for a dining table, while a charming window seat takes full advantage of the breathtaking far-reaching countryside views. Few properties can boast such spectacular scenery, and Lower Leigh is certainly one of them.
Adjacent to the kitchen are two bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en suite bathroom, while the other is currently used as a study - perhaps best described as a "study with a view," making it difficult not to be distracted by the surroundings. There is also a separate cloakroom. To the other end of the hallway is the most incredible reception room. It is almost impossible not to smile upon entering this wonderful space, which is ideal for entertaining on a large scale. The room offers ample space for a large dining table and features a substantial wood-burning stove, a window seat, and even its own bar area. Flooded with natural light, the room feels both spacious and welcoming, with double doors opening directly onto the gardens.
At the far end of the house lies further sleeping accommodation, comprising three large bedrooms and a well-appointed bath/shower room.
The property has been thoughtfully modernised throughout, creating a perfect blend of traditional charm and contemporary comfort.

GARDENS & GROUNDS
The delightful and lovingly maintained gardens surround the property beautifully. To the front of the house is a large lawned area with well-stocked borders, while to the rear there is another lawn, thoughtfully planted borders that create a beautiful all white garden, and a raised paved terrace - ideal for al fresco dining while enjoying the idyllic setting.
There is ample parking and a large double garage with an electric door. Additional outbuildings include a substantial wooden storage shed, ideal for storing garden machinery, along with two stables and a tack room.
To the rear of the stable block is a large chicken enclosure, truly a chicken utopia, while to the side sits a field shelter, with large paddocks. In all approximately 20.29 acres.

Lower Leigh is a truly wonderful property in an idyllic yet highly convenient location, offering charm, privacy, extensive grounds, and breathtaking countryside views.

LOCATION
The spectacular landscape of this beautiful county is regarded as some of the finest in the southwest, much of which is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; a haven for keen walkers and riders well catered for by a network of paths and bridleways. Around half an hour's drive away is the stunning Jurassic coastline an UNESCO World Heritage site with many pretty coastal villages and towns, including the elegant resort of Lyme Regis with its Cobb harbour, beaches and sailing club.
The picturesque village of Dowlish Wake has a village pub and a well-reputed local cider mill. The ever-popular small market town of Ilminster, with an excellent range of everyday shops, is just over 2 miles. Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, is just over 14 miles away with its shopping centre, out of town supermarkets and retail parks, recreational facilities including multiplex cinema and a main line station with fast trains to London Paddington. Crewkerne, with a main line station to Waterloo and a branch of Waitrose, is just over 5 miles away. The A303 lies just to the north and provides links to the M3 and London to the east, and Exeter to the west. The M5 is within easy reach at Taunton.

Key facts

• Council tax band: E.
• Parking: garage, double garage.