West View Cottages

1 WEST VIEW COTTAGES,

SOUTH STREET CASTLE CARY, BA7 7EY

A charming two-bedroom cottage set within the sought-after market town of Castle Cary.

The accommodation has been refurbished by the interior designer-owner and includes a sitting room, dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom.

To the rear, there is a lovely long back garden with a private seating terrace and a summer house. On-street parking.

Accommodation

The property is the first of the three adjoining cottages, which are located at the end of South Street, arguably one of Somerset’s prettiest residential streets. The property would make for an ideal investment, first-time purchase or indeed second home.

Entering through the front door, you walk directly into an entrance lobby, which in turn opens to the sitting room. In the heart of the room, there is a wood-burning stove set into a brick fireplace with a decorative mantel. On each side of the fireplace, there are alcoves, one with shelves for storage and one with a cupboard discreetly housing the television. Further to the left-hand side, there is a cupboard which houses the central heating boiler. Further features include wood panelling, a built-in bookcase partition between the sitting and dining rooms, and a sash-style window to the front with window shutters.

In a semi-open plan style, the dining room flows into the kitchen, which features stylish modern units with integral appliances including an oven and grill, induction hob, a dishwasher plus tiled splash backs and a stainless steel sink; over which is a pretty view out to the garden.

Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms, both enjoying built-in storage. The bedroom at the rear has a splendid outlook across the garden and up to Lodge Hill beyond. Both rooms are serviced by the bathroom, which has been totally upgraded and now provides a walk-in shower, basin, w/c and floor and wall tiles. Accessed from the landing is the linen cupboard and the loft hatch, which has a pull-down ladder to reach the large attic, which is fully boarded with lighting.

Outside

At the back of the cottage, there is a delightful garden which is over 90’ in length. Immediately outside the back door, there is a wonderful sheltered seating terrace with a warm Hadspen stone wall running along the left-hand side, giving the illusion of a Mediterranean courtyard. Steps lead up from the terrace to the meandering lawn, which is flanked on both sides by flourishing borders, full of flowers and shrubs. At the far end of the garden is a summer house.

About the area

Castle Cary is described by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, the eminent architectural historian, as Somerset's prettiest town, set in beautiful, unspoilt countryside. The town is characterised by period buildings constructed of the distinctive honey-coloured stone for which the area is well known. It remains a delightful small market town with several traditional shops and boutiques within the Conservation Area, and a policy of strict planning control operates to prevent inappropriate development. These shops cater for most everyday needs whilst Shaftesbury, Glastonbury, Street, Wells, Frome, Wincanton, Sherborne and Yeovil are all close by and Salisbury, Taunton, Bath and Bristol are within easy driving distance.

“The Newt in Somerset”, just outside Castle Cary, is home to beautiful countryside walks set on the grounds of a Georgian country estate. The estate has a Hotel & Spa, a Farm shop, restaurants and a house & garden shop.

On the outskirts of Castle Cary is the railway station with its direct line to Paddington, and the A303 Road link is a few miles south. There are excellent state schools in the area - Ansford Academy boasts excellent exam grades, and independent schools include the Sherborne and Bruton schools, Millfield, Wells Cathedral, Hazelgrove and Port Regis.

Services

Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity.

Council Tax Band: B

Energy Performance Rating: D

Important Notes

Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements

Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements

As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.

We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.

The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing the Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

Property Details

Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.

Viewings

Interested parties are advised to check availability and the current situation before travelling to view any property.

All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.

Roderick Thomas, 2 High Street, Castle Cary, BA7 7AW

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