5 bedroom house for sale

A wonderful opportunity to acquire a large, GII listed period residence requiring some renovation in the heart of the historic market town of Langport. No onward chain

Nestled in the heart of Langport town centre , close to the River Parrett lies Challis House, a residence of great charm and proportion that comes to the market for the first time in over 20 years.

The GII listed property boasts a wealth of both original character features and modern additions, and could now do with modernising once again. The house itself is believed to date back to before the late 18th Century.

Accessed via Whatley, the once gated driveway leads to the front of the house, the front door leads into the large and open, centrally located living/dining room with Flag stone flooring that is present throughout most of the downstairs. The room features a log burner and exposed beams that create a cosy feeling. From here the kitchen can be found on the south side with tiled flooring and solid wood cabinets capped with granite worktops, integrated dishwasher and mid level electric oven and grill, large corner larder and space for a fridge freezer. A utility room with additional sink and cupboard space also provides access to the downstairs wet room with two showers. To the rear of the property lies the playroom.

On the north side of the property is the second of the downstairs reception rooms, a lovely room with flag stone flooring, inset log burner and cleverly designed bookcase that hides two discrete doors, one to a lobby with door to the front and one that provides access to the first floor via a half turn staircase. Upstairs houses six bedrooms. The master with ensuite shower room is adjacent to a dedicated walk in wardrobe room. Bedrooms two,three, and five are all of double size. Bedrooms four and six would be considered single rooms. A well appointed bathroom with bath and shower enclosure complete the accommodation for the upstairs.

OUTSIDE

Externally the property has a quaint, walled courtyard garden bursting with mature shrubs and Wisteria, a pedestrian gate also provides access to Whatley. A converted store come studio with water and electric and three skylights creates a good opportunity for an external home office if required. Driveway parking for 2-3 cars. Challis House also has a small courtyard to the rear.

Challis House is a short level walk from the town centre which offers an excellent range of everyday amenities including shops, supermarket, schools, churches, post office and inns, doctors' and dentists' surgeries, library, veterinary surgery etc. Huish Episcopi Academy with its adjoining sixth form and sports centre with sporting facilities for all ages, is nearby at Huish Episcopi.
There are main line rail links at Taunton, Yeovil and Castle Cary and the M5 motorway can be accessed at junction 25 (Taunton) and junction 24 (Bridgwater).
Langport is surrounded by excellent walking and cycling country that is steeped in history. Nearby attractions include National Trust and English Heritage properties, beautiful gardens, conservation areas and RSPB and Wildlife Trust reserves.