Property description

Well-presented and unique three bedroom detached house located in the hamlet of Barlake benefiting from a large south garden, offering quiet seclusion and stunning views of open countryside. Dual aspect sitting room with a multi fuel burner, Two double bedrooms. EPC rating D.

DESCRIPTION This well presented three bedroom detached home is located in the hamlet of Barlake near Stratton-on-the-Fosse in the heart of Somerset and benefits from a spacious garden and stunning views of the countryside.

Consisting of a spacious dual aspect sitting room containing a multi fuel burner, a south-facing bay window and doors onto the patio and the rear garden. The ground floor consists of; a kitchen with fitted oven and ceramic hob, ample cupboards, workspace, breakfast bar, and a cupboard housing the boiler. There is an arch doorway leading to the dining room, a spacious bedroom with built in storage, a shower room with a newly fitted modern monochrome suite as well as a separate toilet with wash hand basin.

From the spacious hallway stairs lead to the first floor which comprises; a family bathroom consisting of a curved, corner bath, WC and basin. There are two double bedrooms with magnificent views over open countryside towards Cranmore tower, one being dual aspect having a door onto a balcony taking advantage of the beautiful views.

Hassocks benefits from cavity wall insulation and a brand new oil tank.


OUTSIDE Pretty gardens surround the property with views over open countryside. At the rear of the property is a raised patio area, once again offering spectacular views and a perfect place for alfresco dining. There is a lawned area with mature trees and planting offering quiet seclusion. The garden is approximately 180ft x 214ft. To the front of the property is a garage and driveway with parking for three cars.

LOCATION Stratton-on-the-fosse is a small village located between Shepton Mallet and Frome and approximately 5 miles from Babington house and is within easy travelling distance of Bath and Bristol. Local Golf courses include Mendip golf club and Farrington Park. Wells is approximately 8 miles away.

Wells is the smallest cathedral city in England. It caters for most everyday needs, offering good shopping facilities as well as restaurants and pubs, a cinema, churches of most denominations, together with open-air markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Schools are plentiful with the Cathedral School, the Blue School and a choice of primary schools in Wells, Millfield School in Street and Downside school in Stratton-on-the-Fosse are easily accessible.

There are good road connections to Bristol, Bath, the motorway system and Bristol Airport, with rail links from Castle Cary (about 20 minutes drive away) to London Paddington.

Sporting facilities in the area include racing at Wincanton and Bath, golf at Wells and near Oakhill, sailing or fishing at Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes. In addition, there is a Leisure Centre in Wells offering a variety of recreational facilities.

TENURE Freehold.

HEATING Oil fired central heating.

SERVICES Private drainage, water and electricity are all connected.

VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: 01749 676524

LOCAL AUTHORITY Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet. BA4 5BT. Tell: 01749 648999

COUNCIL TAX Band 'D'.

EPC RATING Rating 'D'.

DIRECTIONS From Oakhill continue through Oakhill and Nettlebridge (up a hill). At the top turn right into Pitcot Lane. Once you reach the grass triangle bear right. The property can be found on your right hand side after approx. 300m.