3 bed detached house for sale

Long Street, Croscombe BA5

Long Street, Croscombe

Property Description: Guide Price £425,000 - £475,000. Believed to date back to the 17th century, this attractive Grade II listed stone built cottage is set in the heart of the village of Croscombe and is full of charm and character. With three reception rooms, three double bedrooms, an en ensuite, generous garden, outbuildings and parking this cottage offers generous accommodation.

The three south facing reception rooms have been stylishly renovated in recent years while preserving its many period features, including mullioned windows, windows seats and ledge wooden doors. At the far end of the house is the double aspect snug room with a wood burning stove. The sitting room with its open fireplace has a study cupboard - ideal for work in the day and then in the evening it can be shut away. The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and houses a fabulous midnight blue Stanley range for cooking and heating with adjustable controls. This room is light and bright with windows to the south and east and has space for a large farmhouse style table. All three of the reception rooms have attractive porcelain tile flooring.

Step up from the dining room to the kitchen which is at the back of the house and overlooks the garden. It has a practical quarry tile floor, wooden units, plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a fridge/freezer. Next to the kitchen is a utility room with a Belfast sink which then leads through to the garden room/boot room.

The charm of the cottage continues upstairs with wooden floor boards, ledge doors and a feature fire place. All three of the bedrooms are well proportioned double rooms with the principal bedroom having an ensuite shower room. The rooms are again light and bright and the mullioned windows are now fitted with modern wooden shutters. There is a family bathroom with varnished floorboards and a bath with a shower over.

Outside: The garden at Homestead is a great size, private and extends over 100ft with the village allotments behind. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs with a stone paved terrace and fish pond close to the house. At the top of the garden is a garden shed and from here you get a lovely view of the south side of Croscombe valley (Paradise Hill). There is parking on the drive (complete with EV charger) which leads to the garage, store and workshop. To the east of the property there is right of access and the potential for extra parking.

Location: Located in the beautiful valley of the River Sheppey, Croscombe lies on the A371 to the east of Wells and the west of Shepton Mallet. Despite mentions in the Domesday Book, Croscombe first emerged in the 16th and 17th centuries with a boom in the wool trade. It is home to a beautiful medieval church and an award-winning pub, The George, which doubles up as the local shop. Croscombe has an active community and much to offer with classes from amateur dramatics to Tai Chi held in the village hall, as well as the Charter Market where villagers sell their local produce, a village orchestra, a village school, a playground and a sports field.

Just up the hill, the Rocky Mountain Nursery has an amazing fruit and vegetable stall every Thursday and Saturday and there are ample countryside walks to enjoy in the area thanks to the village's many beautiful footpaths across the valley.

The historic city of Wells (approx. 3 miles) has a bustling High Street and provides a range of local amenities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), a cinema, a leisure centre, numerous coffee shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from, several dentists and doctors and some fabulous independent shops. There are also famous historical landmarks such as the Cathedral and the Bishop Palace, as well as a twice weekly produce market.

Shepton Mallet (approx. 2 miles) is a vibrant and historic market town has a past dating back to Roman times and there is now a wealth of retail outlets including independent boutiques, cafes and bars as well as supermarkets and garden centres. The Charlton House Hotel & Spa is nearby with its award-winning restaurant in an elegant country house. Many cultural events are held throughout the year including the Lantern Festival, The Snowdrop Festival and the annual Carnival. Shepton Mallet has easy access to the Bath and West Show Ground with its various annual events and just a short drive away is the ever-increasing popular town of Bruton with its boutique shops, famous restaurants and world-renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery.

There is an excellent range of both state and independent schools in the area including Croscombe C of E Primary School, The Blue School in Wells, Whitstone School in Shepton Mallet, Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, Strode College in Street, and numerous local primary schools.

Excellent transport links connect you to Bath, Bristol, and London, with Castle Cary station just 9 miles away and Bristol Airport within easy reach.

Directions: SatNav = BA5 3QH / What3Words = targeted.additives.gladiator

Council Tax: Band E (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.

Local Authority: Somerset Council .

Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession.

Additional Property Notes: This property is of traditional construction and is Grade II listed. The property has a drive way with parking for two cars, a garage and outbuildings. To the east of the property there is right of access.The property has flooded in the past, however, this has been addressed with preventative works (tanking and a sump) and defences at the property but also in the village. Central heating and hot water - Stanley Range with back boiler plus an immersion heater for summer months.

Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.

Identity verification: Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (aml) Regulations checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc.VAT per property and accepted offer. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors.

Register for new listings before the portal launch: