Stapleton, Martock, Somerset, TA12

An attractive period home with elegant bay windows and a wealth of character features. Set back from the road, the property benefits from a gravel driveway and double garage.

An attractive period home with elegant bay windows and a wealth of character features. Set back from the road, the property benefits from a gravel driveway and double garage.
The front door opens into a generously proportioned entrance hall, providing access to the principal reception rooms and immediately showcasing the property's period charm. Character features include striking Victorian tiled flooring, high ceilings, deep skirting boards and an original staircase with timber balustrade.
The accommodation includes the well-proportioned sitting room with an attractive bay window overlooking the front aspect. The room offers generous living and entertaining space, complemented by high ceilings, decorative coving, window shutters and a feature fireplace. Recessed shelving provides excellent display and storage space.

A further characterful reception room is ideally suited as a dining room. The spacious layout provides ample room for a variety of furnishings and arrangement whilst the family Room, which benefits from direct access to the rear garden, provides ample room for a variety of uses.
The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of timber-fronted wall and base units, complemented by generous work surfaces and a traditional Belfast-style sink positioned beneath a window overlooking the garden. The Aga is set within a fireplace recess and provides both a practical cooking solution and a striking focal point. There is ample space for a family-sized dining table, creating a space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining utility room provides ample room for white goods, further storage and direct access to the rear garden.

A cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.

The staircase rises to an impressive galleried landing, creating a wonderful sense of space. From here, doors lead to four generously proportioned double bedrooms, each offering ample room for freestanding furniture. The spacious principal and second bedrooms enjoy pleasant views across the front aspect towards the neighbouring countryside. Bedroom two further benefits from built-in wardrobes positioned either side of the chimney breast, offering practical storage.

To the rear of the property, bedrooms three and four overlook the garden enjoying a tranquil setting. Bedroom three also benefits from a useful built-in cupboard, ideal for additional storage.

The first-floor accommodation is served by a family bathroom fitted with a panelled bath with shower over and a wash hand basin. Adjacent is a separate cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin.

SITUATION

The property is situated close to the villages of Ash and Martock.

Ash is a sought-after village located to the north of Yeovil with village facilities to include a primary school, pub, church and village hall. There are plenty of local activities to get involved in if desired.

Martock is a popular village boasting a thriving community and an excellent selection of amenities, including pubs, hotels, shops, takeaways, post office, supermarket, butcher and a hairdresser. Healthcare services include a doctor's surgery, dentist, pharmacy, and veterinary practice, while recreational facilities feature Martock Recreation Ground and all-weather tennis courts.

The recently enhanced A303 is within very easy reach, providing excellent road connections.
The Abbey town of Sherborne is also within striking distance as are Castle Cary and Bruton. All three offer mainline railway stations with direct links to London Paddington or London Waterloo. The larger commercial town of Yeovil is also a short drive and where a regional hospital is situated and there are two further mainline railway stations.

OUTSIDE

Occupying a plot of approximately 0.3 acres, the property enjoys mature and well-established gardens that provide an attractive setting and an abundance of outdoor space.

To the front, a charming garden is enclosed by traditional iron railings whilst a driveway to the side of the house provides off-road parking for two to three vehicles and leads to a double garage.

Immediately to the rear of the property, a paved terrace creates an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining. Beyond the terrace, the sizeable rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with a variety of fruit trees. At the far end of the garden is a substantial timber greenhouse and a brick-built garden room, both of which need repair but offer considerable potential for restoration or replacement, subject to any necessary consents.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS

We understand that all mains services are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating.

Council Tax: Somerset Council—Band D.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Broadband: FTTC—Superfast full broadband is available—highest available download speed 76 Mbps, highest available upload speed 15 Mbps. (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: 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 flooding and a very low risk from Surface Water flooding. (GOV.UK)