Property Description: Guide Price £525,000 - £550,000. Studfold is a grade II listed cottage (built circa 1650) and has been well maintained with period features throughout that include stone walls, mullion windows, original beams and a dry cellar. Positioned on a quiet lane on the northern side of the hamlet of Bowlish, this property sits on approximately 0.3 acres of land within a designated conservation area and is conveniently close to both Shepton Mallet and the bustling city centre of Wells.
The current owners have partially refurbished this property to a high standard. There is scope for further improvement both to increase the useable accommodation and to enhance the kitchen, the attic rooms and conservatory. This gives the new owners a real chance to put their stamp on the property.
This cottage, overall, has a wonderful light and airy feel to it. With several of the rooms having more than one window, the natural light floods in. The ground floor has a bright open-plan living and dining room that runs the whole depth of the house. The living room has a stone inglenook fireplace with a log burner and two charming window seats. The dining area has plenty of space for a large table and mullion windows that look through to the garden. The second living room is of good proportions yet has a really cosy feel to it, the current owner has a piano in this room.
There is potential for self contained accommodation by using the second living room which has it's own entrance, the utility room and the shower room. Subject to the usual consents, this could also work as a holiday let.
The kitchen is of a good size and has a large easterly-facing sash window so gets the morning sun. There is a range of wall and base units and an AGA (currently disconnected). There is definitely potential to modernise and upgrade.
The conservatory is accessed through the living room and is a great spot to enjoy the garden in all weathers.
The large stone cellar (198 sq ft with good head height) is accessed through a trap door in the conservatory. This could be used as storage but could also add to the already versatile living accommodation.
The curved staircase leads you to the first floor which has three double bedrooms, two of them with dual windows that overlook the grounds. One of the doubles has built-in wardrobes. The smaller of the double rooms would be perfect as a study or nursery. Also on this floor is the well fitted family bathroom which has a shower over the bath.
On the top floor are two double bedrooms one leading through to the other. Both rooms have high ceilings and good usable space. The entire attic could be converted, with the addition of a bathroom, into a principle suite with a dressing room and an en-suite. Another really bright space with windows built into the eaves.
Outside: This property has a double garage with a remote controlled door and there is parking on the paved driveway for at least two cars. The large rear garden is south facing and is a wildlife haven. There are stone steps that lead from the house down to the beautiful split level garden. There are several elevated terraces, ideal for alfresco entertaining and plenty of raised flower beds. There is an abundance of mature trees and plants that create the utmost privacy. There is potential to create lawned areas and also further parking at the bottom of the garden as some neighbours have already done.
Location: Bowlish is a small village on the outskirts of Shepton Mallet with it's own primary school. The nearest towns for shopping are Shepton Mallet (0.7 miles) and Wells (4.9 miles). Shepton Mallet is a vibrant and historic market town which has a heritage dating back to Roman times. Many cultural events are held throughout the year including the Lantern Festival, The Snowdrop Festival and the annual Carnival. The picturesque city of Wells has a bustling High Street and provides a range of local amenities with four supermarkets (Waitrose being the closest), a cinema, leisure centre, numerous coffee shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from, several dentists and doctors, some fabulous independent shops and even some art shops for those seeking something a little different. There are also famous historical landmarks such as the Cathedral and Bishop Walks, as well as a twice weekly produce market. There are excellent state schools in the vicinity, including Stoberry Park School, St Cuthbert's CofE Junior School, St Joseph and St Teresa Catholic Primary School and The Blue School as well as independent schools including All Hallows Prep School, Downside, Millfield and Wells Cathedral School.
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Council Tax: Band E (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to www.gov.uk/council-tax-bands
Local Authority: Mendip District Council - 0300 303 8588. Somerset County Council - 0300 123 2224
Services: Gas central heating (with a gas combi-boiler), mains water, drainage and electricity
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. Service/estate management charges may apply.
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