3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Whitstone Road, Shepton Mallet BA4

Summary
Ideally positioned for access to local amenities, popular schools, and transport links to Wells, Bath, and Bristol, this quirky character property offers a fantastic opportunity for families or anyone seeking a home with personality and space - a hidden gem that deserves a closer look!

Description
Inside, the property is full of character, with original features found in every room, from pine panelling and stripped wooden floorboards to high ceilings and decorative tiled flooring. A welcoming entrance lobby leads into a generous hallway, setting the tone with its original Victorian floor tiles and access to the living accommodation. The sitting/dining room enjoys a bright dual aspect via two large windows and features exposed wooden floorboards, fireplace opening & hearth and a warm inviting atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The country-style kitchen is fitted with a wide range of wooden base units & worktops, with space for a range cooker and lovely views over the garden. A separate utility room provides additional storage and appliance space, along with access to the garden, and a convenient downstairs cloakroom. Upstairs, a split-level landing leads to three well-proportioned bedrooms, the main benefits from en suite shower room, a family shower room, and a charming wrought iron spiral staircase rises to a versatile attic room which is currently used as a fourth bedroom. Outside, the property sits on a generous plot with a surfaced driveway offering off-road parking & access to a detached garage and mature gardens wrap around the side and rear featuring lawns and planted borders. With four well-proportioned bedrooms, a good-sized garden, garage, and a wealth of character throughout - viewing is essential to appreciate all this property has to offer.

Entrance Lobby & Hallway
A double-glazed door opens into a welcoming entrance lobby providing generous space for hanging coats and jackets and a part glazed wooden door opens into the hallway featuring original Victorian tiled flooring and high ceilings. Radiator. The flooring extends to two tone tiles that carries through into the kitchen, and the inner hallway space offers a warm introduction to the home's character and charm, with balustrade staircase rising to the first-floor landing with built in storage cupboard under. Stripped wood panelled doors leading to the living accommodation and kitchen.

Through Living Dining Room 11' 7" x 23' 11" ( 3.53m x 7.29m )
Formerly two separate rooms, this bright and spacious dual-aspect reception area is full of period charm featuring exposed wooden floorboards, and chimney breast with fireplace opening and two-tone tiled hearth - and full of natural light having double glazed windows to the front and side aspects and lovely high ceilings. Radiator.

Kitchen 13' x 16' 4" ( 3.96m x 4.98m )
Positioned at the rear of the property, the generous country-style kitchen enjoys lovely views over the garden through a double-glazed rear window to the rear aspect. Fitted with a wide range of wooden base units topped with wooden work surfaces, the space offers excellent preparation areas and is inset with a porcelain one-and-a-half bowl sink drainer, complete with an arched mixer tap and colourful tiled splashback surrounds for a charming finish.

There is space and plumbing for a dishwasher, and a six-ring gas burner range cooker adds both practicality and character to the room. Radiator and wooden part-glazed door leads conveniently into the utility room.

Utility Room 6' 3" x 10' 3" ( 1.91m x 3.12m )
A highly practical space, the separate utility room offers additional storage and appliance capacity, ideal for busy family living. A double-glazed door opens to the rear garden, with obscured double-glazed window to the side aspect. Fitted worktops with plumbing and room for both a washing machine and tumble dryer under. Fitted shelving adds convenience, and the wall-mounted boiler is neatly positioned for easy access. The characterful two-tone tiled flooring continues from the kitchen and into the adjoining cloakroom.

Cloakroom
The cloakroom features a low-level WC and a wash hand basin with tiled splashback.

First Floor Landing
Split-level balustrade landing leading to the bedrooms and family shower room whilst featuring a wrought iron spiral staircase rising to the second-floor bedroom, adding a quirky and characterful touch.

Main Bedroom 11' 7" x 14' 6" ( 3.53m x 4.42m )
The main bedroom is a spacious double with double glazed window to the front aspect with high ceilings and range of built in cupboards. Radiator. Wood panelled door with stained glass panel over to:

En Suite
The en-suite is filled with a suite comprising shower enclosure with tiled adjacent walls, double glazed window to the front aspect and thermostat-controlled shower over. Wash hand basin with tile splashback and low level wc. Chrome finished heated towel rail. Extractor fan.

Bedroom Two 9' 4" x 9' 6" ( 2.84m x 2.90m )
A well-proportioned double bedroom, with charming period features including exposed wooden floorboards and high ceilings. Double glazed window to the side aspect. Radiator.

Bedroom Three 11' 6" x 15' 3" ( 3.51m x 4.65m )
Another well-proportioned bedroom with double glazed window to the side aspect. Radiator.

Shower Room
Obscured double glazed window to the rear aspect. Fitted with a suite comprising shower enclosure with tiled adjacent walls and thermostat-controlled shower over. Wash hand basin with tiled splashback and low level wc. Chrome finished heated towel rail. Extractor fan.

Second Floor

Attic Room 9' 9" x 10' ( 2.97m x 3.05m )
Accessed via a wrought iron spiral staircase, the attic room is currently used as a fourth bedroom. With its unique layout and elevated position, it offers a versatile space that could also serve as a study, hobby room, or creative retreat. Enjoying a good head height with Velux window to the side aspect and access to storage to the eaves.

Outside

Front Approach
The property is set back behind a low wall and wrought iron fencing, with a gated entrance leading to the front door and a side pathway providing access to the rear garden.

Garden
The property enjoys a generous and beautifully established garden that wraps around the side and rear, offering a peaceful and private family area. Mature planting and well-tended borders create a lush, green setting, while the main lawn provides ample space for play, or further landscaping opportunities. Immediately adjoining the property is a covered seating area — perfectly positioned for barbecues, family gatherings, or simply relaxing outdoors. This space acts as a natural extension of the home, and ideal for entertaining. The remainder of the garden is mainly laid to lawn and houses a selection of useful sheds and outbuildings, offering excellent storage and potential for hobbies or workspace. With its combination of practicality, privacy, and charm, this is a truly versatile and inviting family garden.

Garage & Parking 10' 5" x 18' 3" ( 3.17m x 5.56m )
The property benefits from a driveway providing convenient off-road parking, ideal for multiple vehicles. This leads to a detached garage, offering secure storage or potential workshop space.

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