4 bed detached house for sale

Bay Lane, Draycott BS27

Bay Lane, Draycott

Property Description: Guide price: £650,000 to £700,000. Moorland House is a charming period home which combines character features with comfortable modern living. The property has been thoughtfully updated whilst retaining much of its original charm, with exposed beams, fireplaces and a wood-burning stove. A particular feature is the detached one-bedroom annexe, providing excellent flexibility for guests, those looking for independent accommodation or a potential income.

The house is approached via an attractive green oak porch which opens into a good-sized entrance hall. The kitchen has a range of fitted units with wooden worktops, a Smeg range cooker with induction hob, space for a dishwasher and an undercounter fridge. The tiled flooring continues throughout the ground floor, which has electric underfloor heating. The kitchen opens through to the dining area, where a feature fireplace with a bespoke wooden surround creates an attractive focal point. A useful rear porch provides space for boots and coats, whilst a separate utility room and downstairs cloakroom add to the practicality of the accommodation.

The sitting room is a particularly lovely space, with windows on three sides allowing plenty of natural light. Exposed beams and a wood-burning stove give the room character, whilst French doors open directly out to the garden, creating a lovely connection between the house and outside space.

Upstairs, the accommodation was originally arranged as four bedrooms but has been reconfigured to provide three bedrooms and a dressing room. The principal bedroom is a good-sized double with an adjoining dressing room, whilst a further double bedroom has its own en-suite shower room. The third bedroom is a single with lovely views, and there is a family bathroom with a bath and shower. The loft is fully boarded with a pull-down ladder and provides useful storage, with potential for conversion subject to the necessary consents. There is the potential without too much work to convert the upstairs back to four bedrooms.

The Annexe: A real asset to Moorland House is the detached one-bedroom annexe, which has been cleverly arranged with the living accommodation on the first floor to make the most of the surrounding views. On the ground floor is a bedroom and shower room with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, the open-plan kitchen and living area has a wonderful high ceiling with exposed beams and windows on three sides, providing far-reaching views across the Somerset Levels. The annexe is ideal for visiting family and friends, independent accommodation for a relative or potentially as a source of rental income, subject to any necessary consents.

Outside: The private southwest-facing garden provides a lovely setting for the house, with a decked seating area ideal for outdoor dining and relaxing in the afternoon and evening sun. There is an area of lawn, raised beds for growing vegetables and a garden shed. There is ample parking for four or more vehicles, together with a detached garage built approximately three years ago, which also incorporates a workshop. This provides excellent space for storage, hobbies or practical use. Planning permission has been granted for a garden room extension measuring approximately 5m x 3m to the rear of the house, providing an opportunity to create additional living space overlooking the garden.

Moorland House is a delightful and versatile home, combining the character of a Victorian stone house with the practicality of a detached annexe, substantial parking and a private garden. With its views across the Somerset Levels and potential to further extend the accommodation, it is a property that will appeal to a wide range of buyers.

Location: The village of Draycott lies in the heart of Somerset, positioned on the Wells side of Cheddar and approximately seven miles from the historic cathedral City of Wells. This attractive village retains a wonderful sense of rural character and charm, with an appealing variety of homes, all contributing to its distinctive and welcoming village setting.

A friendly village with a well supported community shop, selling essentials, fresh bread and bakes delivered daily and farm fresh milk. It also supports local food and drink producers, and artisan crafts. There is a very friendly pub (The Strawberry Special named after the Strawberry rail line) with themed evenings and quiz nights. The Cider Barn on the outskirts of the village is great for music lovers with a wider range of musical events. Easy access to Wells (less than 15 mins by car) and Cheddar 5 mins by car. The nature is incredible with doorstep access to Draycott Sleights and the Mendips and to the bottom of the village is the moors. You can walk safely to Cheddar, Axbridge, Wedmore and beyond from the cottage providing country living with the amenities you would enjoy in a large town.

The village is well placed for those needing to commute, with Bristol approximately 20 miles away and Weston-super-Mare around 13 miles distant. Access to the M5 motorway at junction 22 is roughly 12 miles away, while Bristol Airport lies about 12 miles to the north. The area is also well served by excellent independent schools, including Millfield School in Street, around 12 miles away, and the renowned Wells Cathedral School, approximately seven miles from the village.

The surrounding Somerset countryside is particularly picturesque, offering a wealth of opportunities for walking and outdoor pursuits. Nearby highlights include the dramatic landscape of Cheddar Gorge and the beautiful city of Wells, both just a short drive away.

Directions: SatNav = BS27 3TA / What3Words = happy.interest.reliving

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 on completion.

Additional Property Notes: This property is of traditional construction. The property has a driveway with parking for 4 cars.

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