Property description

A beautiful Victorian house set in an idyllic, quiet and peaceful riverside setting. Exceptional accommodation 3 reception rooms, garden room, kitchen/dining room, utility, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms (several en suite). Gardens. Extensive parking.

RIVERSIDE COTTAGE, CURLOAD, STOKE ST. GREGORY, TAUNTON, TA3 6JE
Langport 7 miles, Street 12 miles, Glastonbury 14 miles, Bridgwater 10 miles, Taunton 10 miles, M5 (J25) 7.5 miles. London Paddington via Taunton rail station.

About the area
The property is situated in the hamlet of Curload, on the edge of the Somerset Levels, an area famous for its withy (willow) beds and basket making and designated as an Environmentally Sensitive Area. Close by are the popular villages of Stoke St Gregory and North Curry, providing a range of local facilities, including post offices, primary schools, general stores, health centre, churches and pubs, which serve excellent food. A more comprehensive range of amenities are available in the County Town of Taunton, which is approximately 10 miles away, and includes excellent state and independent schools, a theatre, County cricket ground and railway station, with frequent services to London Paddington. The M5 motorway is also extremely accessible with junction 25 only 7.5 miles from the property.

The Property
A unique period property ideal as a very generous family home or as an excellent commercial enterprise with a high proven income. The house has an idyllic, quiet and peaceful riverside setting totally way from any busy roads. Exceptional accommodation including 2 principal reception rooms, games room, garden room, a large kitchen & dining room, utility room, 6 bedrooms and 6 bath / shower rooms (several en suite).Easily managed gardens with covered hot tub area. Extensive private parking.

Accommodation
The front door opens into the entrance porch, which in turn opens into the first sitting room, with a slate floor, turning staircase to the first floor, a fireplace with working log burner at one end of the room and front aspect windows. This room opens through to the kitchen/dining room, with a benched seating area at one end. The kitchen is fitted with a range of Shaker style wall and base units with work surfaces, a 1500 Platinum Rangemaster cooker and a range of integrated appliances including a fridge freezer. Steps lead up from the kitchen via a small door out onto the river bank. There is a door leading through to a family room, with an open fireplace recess (ready for log burner to be connected), dual aspect windows and turning staircase providing access to the first floor.

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There is also access to the shower room and a WC, and a door leading through to the garden room, overlooking the front garden. Adjacent to the first sitting room is a utility room with sink, washing machine and tumble dryer/laundry area with steps up to a door, which leads out on to the river bank. There is an inner lobby with a larder fridge and cloakroom area, with door leading through to the bar/games room, with separate bar area and sliding doors opening onto the covered area, with hot tub and access to the patio.

First Floor
On the first floor is a good sized landing, providing access to three double bedrooms, a shower room (with WC) and a separate bathroom, with integrated shower and WC. Stairs from the landing lead up to the second floor, with Velux windows enjoying wonderful views, and a further beautifully fitted shower room & WC. The staircase from the family room leads to two further bedrooms on one side of the house, both with en-suite showers/WCs.

Outside
A deep gravelled parking area with double gates opens into the front garden, which is laid to lawn with a paved terrace area and a covered hot tub area. There is a rare tree of heaven in the front garden and established shrubs and bushes. At the rear of the property are steps up across the river wall to the riverbank over which the property enjoys exclusive use. This again enjoys some wonderful views over the River Tone and Levels. There are walks for miles from the back door.

The Business
Riverside Cottage is for sale as a going concern, complete with furnishings and fittings. It has been established as a highly successful and profitable self-catering holiday business and generates a substantial gross turnover. The house caters for large parties sleeping up to 12 plus 2 children and is advertised on sleeps12.com. It already has an impressive diary of firm bookings for months ahead - http://www.somerset-farmhouse.com/properties/riverside-cottage

Directions
From the town of Street take the A39 westwards towards Bridgwater and the Mr. Continue for about 2 miles, pass The Pipers and take the left turn 50 yards onto the A361 towards Taunton. Continue to the traffic lights at Burrowbridge, cross the bridge and turn left. A hundred yards on take the first right. Continue for about 1.5 miles to Curload and the drive entrance is on the right hand side just before a largish red brick house.From the M5 at Taunton (Junction 25), take the A538 in an easterly direction towards Ilminster. At the Thornfalcon traffic lights turn left onto the A378 towards Langport and then almost immediately left again signposted to North Curry. Proceed through North Curry and follow the road to Stoke St Gregory. On reaching the village, turn left after the Willow and Wetland Centre into Curload signposted to Athelney. Proceed down the hill and the property will be found on the left hand side after a short distance.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

Viewings
To View please contact the AgentsRoderick Thomas1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SRTel: 01749 670079 Email: info@roderickthomas.co.ukwww.roderickthomas.co.uk

Property Features :

• Period Family Home
• Peaceful riverside setting
• Proven commercial opportunity
• 3 principal receptions rooms
• Large kitchen/diner