Property description
An attractive and appealing house in a quiet, peaceful setting in this increasingly popular village between Wells, Glastonbury and Castle Cary. Comfortable 4 bedroom accommodation and an absolutely charming and beautiful mature garden.
LANTERN HOUSE, BREAD STREET, PILTON BA4 4BQ
An attractive and appealing house in a quiet, peaceful setting in this increasingly popular village between Wells, Glastonbury and castle Cary.The house has comfortable 4 bedroom accommodation and an absolutely charming and beautiful mature garden.
About The Area
Pilton is a pretty and sought after Somerset village in beautiful countryside between Wells, Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet. The major towns of the area being Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all within commuting distance and there are excellent road networks to London and the South. Castle Cary is the nearest train station with fast links to London. Wells, the smallest city in England, nestles close to the Mendip Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty-has excellent local markets twice a week and many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace. Nearby, Glastonbury grew up alongside the Abbey and is a thriving major tourist area. Shepton Mallet is another historic town which is now rapidly growing and all three towns offer a wide range of facilities, societies and activities.
Schools
There are excellent state & independent schools in the area including many village primary schools, Crispins, St Dunstans, Strode College, Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, Downside, All Hallows and the Bruton schools.Pilton itself has a church, village pub, village hall, a very active and friendly community and is an exceptionally popular residential area.
Details
Bread Street is on the southern side of the village and is a very quiet lane totally away from any busy road. Lantern House stands back from the lane looking onto its own neat garden with mature shrubs giving it plenty of privacy.The house is extremely comfortable with lots of good living space which is light and airy with double glazing and oil fired central heating with radiators. The front door opens into the hall with the a cloakroom with a wc. Leading from the hall is the sitting room which is a well-proportioned room with wall lights, a large window overlooking the garden and a central focal point of a stone fireplace with an inset Jet Master fire.
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Again leading from the hall is a dining room with a tiled floor and a large window overlooking the garden. An archway opens into the dual aspect kitchen which has a tiled floor and a good range of fitted units including a peninsular breakfast bar with cupboards. Incorporated in a run of worktops is the two bowl sink unit and there are tiled splashbacks. Appliances include a dishwasher and a large Rangemaster Toledo range cooker with an extractor above. Space and plumbing for a washing machine. Leading from the kitchen is a splendid conservatory (David Salisbury ) which is north facing which makes it very useable throughout the year. It has a tiled floor and french doors into the mature garden.
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A staircase rises from the hall to the first floor landing which has a large walk in store cupboard. An inner landing leads to the master bedroom the bathrrom and another bedroom. The master bedroom has a double wardrobe and a hand basin and the other a built in wardrobe. The bathroom has a tiled floor, tiled splash backs, hand basin, bath, wc, shower cubicle and a built in linen cupboard. NB there is sufficient space with this inner landing, the bathroom and these 2 bedrooms to create and en suite shower or bathroom if required. Planning consent and building regulation may or may not be required. Also on this floor is a 3rd bedroom and a 4th bedroom with a built in wardrobe and access to a storage area beneath the eaves.
Outside
To the side of the house is the garage with an up and over door, the oil fired central heating boiler, power and light, cold water tap and a rear door into the garden. At the front of the house is a tarmac drive with a parking space which leads to the garage. There is a pretty front garden with climbing roses on the house, a lawn and mature shrubs. The french doors from the conservatory open to a paved terrace being an ideal place for alfresco meals and relaxation. Beyond is a delightful mature garden which enjoys a high degree of privacy. Mainly lawned the garden is bounded by well-established flowerbeds, a stonewall and thick hedges and a delightful feature is a charming south west facing summerhouse. The garden is a deceptive size widening at the end with a further lawned area, a vegetable garden and mature trees including a walnut and apples.
Directions
Take the lane downhill opposite the pub in the centre of the village. Pass the church and then continue up the small hill into Bread Street. Pass the entrance to Ford Lane on your left and Lantern House is a short distance along on the left hand side.
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.
Property Features :
- Detached 4 Bedroom Family Home
- Quiet Village Setting
- David Salisbury Conservatory
- Beautiful Gardens with Summerhouse
- Vegetable Garden and Fruit Trees
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