4 bed detached house for sale

Wearne, Langport, Somerset TA10

A charming, detached cottage with scope to update in the highly attractive village of Wearne, boasting a large, private garden, double garage, solar panels, and spacious accommodation. No onward chain.

Occupying a peaceful position within the desirable hamlet of Wearne, just outside the popular market town of Langport, Jodrell Cottage is a substantial detached family home extending to over 2,200 sqft, offering bright, well-proportioned accommodation with a practical layout suited to modern family life. The property enjoys a southerly aspect to the front, flooding the principal reception rooms with natural light, whilst mature gardens surround the house to provide an exceptional sense of privacy.

The home is entered via a spacious central hallway from which the accommodation flows seamlessly. Undoubtedly, the standout room is the impressive dual-aspect sitting room, extending to over 20ft in length with French doors opening onto a sheltered outdoor terrace whilst an attractive brick fireplace housing a woodburning stove, creates a superb focal point. To the front of the property is a generous dining room, equally suited to formal entertaining, a home office, snug, or children's playroom.

The kitchen overlooks the rear garden and provides ample space for informal dining. It is fitted with an extensive range of solid oak wall and base units beneath tiled and granite worktops, incorporating an Indesit oven and hob, AEG dishwasher, Bosch washing machine, and stainless steel sink. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom with WC and hand basin, and a rear entrance with internal access to the integral double garage, and a door to the back garden. Subject to the necessary consents, the garage also offers excellent potential for conversion into additional living space.

Stairs rise to a spacious first-floor landing serving four generous bedrooms, all enjoying pleasant outlooks and a degree of integrated storage. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room comprising a shower cubicle, wash basin, and WC. The remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom fitted with a bath, separate shower, bidet, basin, and WC, whilst an airing cupboard and loft access complete the first floor.

The property benefits from double glazing throughout and solar panels helping to improve
energy efficiency; reducing running costs.
Outside


The mature gardens are a particular highlight, wrapping around the property but lying predominantly to the rear, where they provide an exceptionally private and peaceful setting. Beautifully established with a wide variety of trees, shrubs and flowering borders, the gardens offer year-round interest, including Himalayan pine, silver birch, plum and pear trees, complemented by neatly clipped hedging and well-maintained lawns.

Two timber pergolas, one draped in established wisteria, add structure to the garden, while a raised ornamental pond with water feature provides an attractive focal point. A generous paved terrace adjoining the sitting room offers an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

To the front, mature planting and evergreen borders frame a lawned garden, while the driveway provides parking for several vehicles and access to the integral double garage. A path leads through the front garden to the entrance, completing this impressive family home.
Situation


The property is situated in the heart of the desirable rural hamlet of Wearne, just 1 mile from the busy market town of Langport, which offers an excellent range of everyday amenities including supermarket, cafés, petrol station, garages, primary school, banking and post office services, inns, doctors', dentists', and veterinary surgeries, church, library, and a host of independent boutiques. Neighbouring Huish Episcopi hosts the hugely popular Rose & Crown Inn (Eli’s) and Huish Acadamy with adjoining sports centre with facilities for all ages, whilst the ancient market town of Somerton with a range of amenities is 4 miles distant.

Nearby larger towns include Yeovil and Taunton, with hospitals and extensive leisure, business and commercial centres; Street hosting Clarks Village and Millfield School, and Bridgwater (for Hinkley Point) – all within a half hours’ drive.
There are main line rail links at Castle Cary with fast service to London Paddington (1h 45m) and at Yeovil (Waterloo); the M5 motorway can be accessed at J25 Taunton and J24 Bridgwater whilst the A303 & A37 are joinable from Podimore roundabout (7 miles).
Services & outgoings


We understand that mains electric, water, and drainage are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating
Council Tax: Somerset Council-Band F
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Additional information


Broadband: Highest estimated download speed:1000mbps (Ofcom)
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, Three, O2, and Vodafone
Flooding: The property is in an area at no risk of flooding