Property description

Tucked away over a wooden footbridge and shallow stream, this charming end of terrace cottage is in need of some updating, but offers excellent potential for the first time buyer, developer, investor or DIY enthusiast. Accommodation - Porch, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, 2 Bedrooms, Garden.

1 SPRING TERRACE, MERE, WILTSHIRE, BA12 6EF

About the Area
The Wiltshire village of Mere comprises many handsome and characterful stone buildings with the centre being designated a Conservation Area. Mere has an active and thriving community and the town offers a surprisingly good range of amenities including supermarket, shops, post office, banks, doctors and dental surgeries, schools, inns and churches. Excellent educational facilities within the area with highly regarded schools in both the state and private sectors.Gillingham, with an excellent secondary school, has further shopping and cultural facilities together with a mainline railway station to London (Waterloo). The A303 is close by and offers excellent road links to London and the West Country.Located close to the much admired National Trust's Stourhead, along with the historic King Alfred's Tower nearby, the surrounding chalk downland is renowned for good walking, cycling and riding country; with excellent fishing at Shearwater lakes.

Accomodation
No 1 Spring Terrace is a delightful property situated in a quiet and attractive location within easy walking distance of local amenities. The cottage is accessed over Streen Water via a wooden footbridge to the garden gate and pathway leading to the solid wooden door. The PORCH has 2 windows, one of which is an original charming leaded Crittall window with original latch. A further glazed door opens into the SITTING ROOM which has part flagstone flooring which continues into the inset open fireplace to form the hearth. Above the fireplace is brick detailing and to one side is a shelved alcove with attractive wooden edging. This room enjoys good light from the three windows facing front which overlook the pretty front garden A door opens to the dual aspect COMPACT KITCHEN which has a base unit housing the one and a half bowl stainless steel sink within a wood effect laminate worktop.

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There are 2 single wall units and several open shelves. Space for freestanding oven, fridge freezer and washing machine. From the kitchen a door opens to the downstairs BATHROOM which has two obscure windows to the side, a white paneled bath with splash back tiling, a white pedestal basin & white WC. Returning to the sitting room - STAIRS with wooden bannister rails rise to the TWO BEDROOMS , both of which are doubles and enjoy a front garden outlook. One has exposed wall timbers and a deep slate window seat and the other loft hatch with access.

Outside
The gardens are attractive, of good size and enjoy a charming stream side location accessed over a wooden footbridge. Mostly laid to lawn and planted with mature shrubs and ornamental trees, including a fruitful apple tree and a majestic Horse Chestnut, under which is a spacious timber shed. Services: Mains Water, electricity and drainage. Gas C.HTenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax: Band BVIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Directions
From the High Street, proceed through the centre of the town. Take the left turning to Upper Water Lane, opposite the Yapp Brothers building. Park on Upper Water Lane and take the pedestrian path that forks to the right along Streen Water. Take the third bridge on the right to 1 Spring Terrace.

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 :

• Charming End Of Terrace Stone Cottage.
• Built 1835. Lots of character features including flagstones and beams.
• Now in need of some updating & refurbishment.
• Sitting Room with open fire.
• Compact Kitchen. Downstairs Bathroom.