4 bed detached house for sale

Leg Square, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4

An impressive and spacious detached property, set within a generous plot and enjoying a quiet and secluded position within the towns historic quarter, a few minutes walk to the High Street and amenities and yet also a few minutes from footpaths and rural walks.
This beautifully maintained property comprises of four double bedrooms, two reception rooms as well as a fabulous family sized kitchen/diner, stunning front and back gardens as well as a double garage.

The property benefits from a vestibule and a particularly spacious entrance hall which leads into the reception rooms. The triple aspect Living Room has an Edwardian fireplace and ample space for seating and across the hallway is the Dining Room, also with a fireplace, wooden flooring and which can accommodate a large dining table. To the rear of the house is a fabulous Kitchen /Diner with solid wood flooring throughout and fitted with a range of wall and base units with solid granite worktops, as well as a breakfast bar with sink inlaid and storage underneath. There is an integrated Miele dishwasher, six ring dual fuel range cooker with gas hob and double electric ovens, and included is an American style fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser. Off the kitchen is a walk-in larder, utility room with double sink and space for a washing machine and a separate cloakroom and back porch with door out to the garden.
From the hallway, stairs lead up to an impressive and light landing area which is currently a study area, and there are three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom overlooks the front garden and benefits from built in wardrobes and dressing table and a large en-suite with double shower. Bedroom two also overlooks the gardens and has fitted wardrobes and dressing table, and bedroom three has a lovely view of the rear gardens and again has built in wardrobes. The spacious family bathroom includes a double shower, separate bath, twin basins and a large airing cupboard.
Occupying the top floor is a stunning and light fourth bedroom or studio area, complete with exposed wood beams and four skylights as well as plenty of eaves storage on all sides.
Outside, the property sits within a generous plot with both front and rear mature gardens. The front is laid to lawn with shrubs and trees and a stone path leading up the house. A sweeping driveway leads to the double garage, built by the current owners and with parking for several vehicles. To the rear is a stunning garden with two terraces, the lower being laid to patio stone and with beds of shrubs and flowers. There is a shed and log store to the side of the property. Stone steps lead to the upper terrace with a further patio area enclosed by a stone wall, plenty of seating space and a pond set into a stone arch. A further large sun terrace has been created on top pf the garage. The garden benefits from complete privacy from any neighbours and is a perfect space for relaxing and entertaining.
Location

The property is located in the desirable Leg Square area of Shepton Mallet, a couple of minutes walk from the town centre, and in the opposite direction a short walk to a footpath onto the Mendip Hills.
The historic market town of Shepton Mallet is located in the Mendip district of Somerset, just five miles east of historic Wells, England's smallest city. Both the City of Bristol and City of Bath are located just 18 miles away.

Shepton Mallet itself offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities, including a Tesco superstore, leisure centre, lido, fitness centre, a beautiful and well-maintained park, a choice of pubs, cafes and restaurants, dentists and doctors, an nhs treatment centre, a Grade I Listed church and both primary and secondary state schools. There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as Kings Bruton, All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School.

For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only six miles away. The property is also well placed for Babington House Hotel and private members club (9 miles), Hauser and Wirth gallery (7miles) and The Newt Hotel and Estate (9 miles).