Property description

An imposing grade II listed period residence in a commanding position within this thriving village, enjoying truly wonderful views of the prehistoric Cheddar Gorge and surrounding Mendip Hills. Located within the mature, beautifully landscaped grounds is the two bedroom studio with income potential.

YEOWATER HOUSE

THE BAYS, CHEDDAR, SOMERSET, BS27 3QW

An imposing grade II listed period residence in a commanding position within this thriving village, enjoying truly wonderful views of the prehistoric Cheddar Gorge and surrounding Mendip Hills. The spacious and flexible accommodation comprises; large entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, snug, inner hallway, large wine cellar, kitchen/breakfast room, David Salisbury conservatory, cloakroom & utility, five bedrooms, family bathroom & separate shower room. Located within the mature & beautifully landscaped grounds is the two bedroom studio offering income potential. There is a secure gated driveway providing parking for many cars. 

About the area 

Cheddar is a small town on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills 9 miles north-west of Wells and in easy traveling distance of Bristol (18 miles) and the M5. There is a good range of amenities, excellent schools and of course the Gorge. For a great deal of information on Cheddar and the surrounds visit www.cheddarvillage.co.uk For more information on individual schools visit our website www.roderickthomas.co.uk and locate this property by price order. Open full details and click on “schools”. This website www.roderickthomas.co.uk has more large photos of this property and an accurate map position. 

Steps up from the driveway lead to the front door, opening to the ENTRANCE HALL - staircase rising to the first floor, understairs door to the cellar, wall lights, tiled flooring. 

PANTRY CUPBOARD - Fitted with shelving. Tiled flooring. Ceiling light. 

SITTING ROOM - Large sash window with wooden shutters over-looking the gardens with an impressive view of Cheddar Gorge. Fireplace fitted with coal-effect gas fire and decorative alabaster surround. Ornate ceiling rose and coving. Dado rail. 

DINING ROOM - Large sash window with wooden shutters over-looking the gardens with an impressive view of Cheddar Gorge. Fireplace with fitted gas fire and decorative alabaster surround. Two large arched recesses with with shelving and built-in cupboards below. Ornate ceiling rose and coving. Dado rail. 

STUDY/ SNUG - Window to rear. Ornate cast iron fireplace. Recessed downlighting. Dado rail. 

INNER HALLWAY - Window and solid wooden door to the courtyard. Door leading to the stairs giving first floor access to the separate bedroom and bathroom. Recessed downlighting. Tiled flooring. Door to: 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - Window over-looking the courtyard. Fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and floor units with work-surfaces. White sink with mixer tap. Built-in Neff double oven and integrated microwave oven above. Stainless steel Neff five ring gas hob with AEG extractor hood over. Island unit with work-surface and storage beneath. Integrated dishwasher. Recessed downlighting. Tiled flooring. Opening to: 

UTILITY AREA - Fitted shelving. Tiled flooring. Door to: 

CLOAKROOM - Window to side. Pedestal wash basin. Low level WC. Gas-fired Vaillant wall-mounted central heating boiler. Tiled flooring. 

French windows and steps down from the kitchen lead to the CONSERVATORY - constructed by David Salisbury it is timber framed and double glazed. Two sets of doors opening to the garden. Fitted Sanderson blinds. Wall lights. Tiled flooring. 

The second staircase rising from the inner hallway leads to: 

BEDROOM - Window to side. 

SHOWER ROOM - Window to side. Shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and low level WC. 

The main FIRST FLOOR LANDING is accessed via the main staircase in the reception hall. Window to rear. Wall lights. Doors to : 

BEDROOM - Window to side. 

FAMILY BATHROOM - Windows to side and rear. Roll top claw-foot bath, shower cubicle, low level WC and pedestal wash basin. Two heated towel rails. Tiled walls. Exposed floorboards. Exposed timber roof lintels. 

BEDROOM - Window to front with impressive views over the garden, Cheddar Gorge and the surrounding Mendip Hills. Two built-in wardrobes (one wardrobe has loft access). Large arched recess with fitted shelving. Picture rail. 

BEDROOM - Window to front with impressive views over the garden, Cheddar Gorge and the surrounding Mendip Hills. Currently used as a dressing room by the present owners. Fitted with a comprehensive range of wardrobes. 

BEDROOM - Window to front with impressive views over the garden, Cheddar Gorge and the surrounding Mendip Hills. Built-in cupboards to either side of the chimney breast with fitted shelving. Picture rail. 

OUTSIDE - The property is approached via wrought iron electric security gates. The gates open onto the block paved driveway which provides ample parking for several cars. There is an archway with solid wooden door giving access to Birch Hill at the rear of the property. 

The garden predominantly lies to the front of the property and was designed by RHS landscape gardener Helen Johnson. Mostly laid to lawn, interspersed with pathways and planted borders of established plants and shrubs, the garden offers various seating areas and a large fishpond. There are further steps and terraces leading up to the conservatory, and another smaller pond with waterfall feature. 

There is a STORE ROOM attached to the side of the property housing pump for the fishpond. A small lean-to area also provides further outside storage space. 

A flight of steps lead up to the STUDIO - having a south-facing wrought iron balcony offering spectacular views of Cheddar Gorge and the surrounding Mendip Hills. There is a large outside storage area beneath the balcony. 

SITTING ROOM - Window to side. Glass doors opening to the balcony. Open fireplace with decorative cast iron surround. Understairs storage cupboard. Recessed downlighting. 

KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM - French windows opening the the balcony and offering a wonderful view of Cheddar Gorge. Fitted with a range of wall and floor units with work-surfaces. Electric over and gas hob with extractor hood over. Sink and drainer with mixer tap. Integrated dishwasher. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Wall-mounted Worcester gas-fired central heating boiler. Tiled flooring. Recessed downlighting. 

CLOAKROOM - Pedestal wash basin and low level WC. 

FIRST FLOOR LANDING - window to front. Doors to: 

BEDROOM - Two windows to front. Recessed downlighting. 

SHOWER ROOM - Window to rear. Shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and low level WC. Heated towel rail. Fully tiled wall and floor. 

BEDROOM - Two windows to front. Recessed downlighting. 

DIRECTIONS - On entering the village of Cheddar from the Wedmore direction, follow the signs for Cheddar Gorge. At the mini roundabout by the Riverside Inn continue straight across towards The Bays. Take the second turning on your left, immediately before the hump-back bridge. The property can be found on your left hand side after just 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 traveling to see any property. 

Property Features :

• Imposing Detached Period Residence
• Five Bedrooms in the Main House
• Detached Two Bedroom Studio Apartment
• David Salisbury Conservatory
• Kitchen/ Breakfast Room, Utility & Cloakroom