3 bedroom detached bungalow for sale

PADDOCK VIEW, SOUTH STREET, CASTLE CARY, SOMERSET, BA7 7ET
A detached three-bedroom bungalow set within half an acre, within one of the best positions in Castle Cary.
Paddock View has truly idyllic views and a spacious plot offering immense potential. The property has accommodation including a porch, reception hall, sitting room, kitchen-dining room, utility, cloakroom, three double bedrooms, one en-suite and a family bathroom.
The generous plot spans approximately half an acre, with beautiful countryside adjacent. There is ample private gated parking and an adjoining double garage, plus several separate sheds.
AccommodationPaddock View is an exceptional property, occupying one of the best plots within the town. Not only is the property located directly off South Street, away from the through traffic, it also enjoys some of the most spectacular views from within the town towards Glastonbury Tor with unspoilt countryside in between.
At present, there is a well-maintained three double bedroom bungalow situated centrally within its own grounds. The bungalow was constructed in the mid-1980s and has been in the same ownership ever since. This stands as testament to how precious a position of this quality is within the ever-improving town of Castle Cary. The owners had plans approved in 2006 for an annexe extension to the north, which has now lapsed, but there is a precedent and a wealth of ideas for various plans and improvements to the current dwelling, which would capitalise on this incredible location (Subject to planning permission).
The bungalow is entered from the block-paved parking area in front of the garage, where a porch leads into the welcoming and spacious reception hall. The reception hall connects all of the main rooms within the bungalow, and also provides access through a loft hatch to the attic. The sitting room and all three bedrooms are situated along the rear of the property, all enjoying the superb outlook.
There is a kitchen dining room which has a good range of oak fitted units, with a mid-level oven and grill and an electric hob with extractor above. In the heart of the room, there is ample room for a dining table too. Adjacent, a utility has plumbing for a washing machine, extra storage cabinets with a stainless steel sink above fitted with a waste-disposal unit, and an oil-fired combi-boiler. Off the utility, there is a cloakroom, a back door leading outside and a door into the double garage.
All three bedrooms are comfortable double rooms, two of which have built-in wardrobes, and the master bedroom has the benefit of an en-suite shower room. The other two bedrooms have use of the main bathroom, which has a bath, separate shower, basin and w/c.
OutsideFrom South Street, the driveway, which is owned solely by Paddock View, leads up to the bungalow, where gates secure the parking area. The parking is laid out to a mix of gravel and block paving, and is large enough for many vehicles. There is a double garage with roller doors, one of which is electrically operated, plus lighting and power within. Also within the garage, there is another loft hatch fitted with a ladder, and the loft is mostly boarded. To the rear of the garage, there is a sheltered courtyard with several useful storage sheds, one of which houses the oil tank.
To the East and West of the house, there are expansive lawned gardens which enjoy an excellent degree of privacy. The East garden could provide enough room for an additional dwelling, subject to obtaining planning permission. The West garden is totally secure, and when standing here, it is impossible not to be immersed in the breathtaking view.
In total, the gardens and grounds occupy approximately half an acre.
About the areaCastle Cary is described by Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, the eminent architectural historian, as Somerset's prettiest town, set in beautiful, unspoilt countryside. The town is characterised by period buildings constructed of the distinctive honey-coloured stone for which the area is well known. It remains a delightful small market town with several traditional shops and boutiques within the Conservation Area, and a policy of strict planning control operates to prevent inappropriate development. These shops cater for most everyday needs whilst Shaftesbury, Glastonbury, Street, Wells, Frome, Wincanton, Sherborne and Yeovil are all close by and Salisbury, Taunton, Bath and Bristol are within easy driving distance.
“The Newt in Somerset", just outside Castle Cary, is home to beautiful countryside walks set on the grounds of a Georgian country estate. The estate has a Hotel & Spa, a Farm shop, restaurants and a house & garden shop.
On the outskirts of Castle Cary is the railway station with its direct line to Paddington, and the A303 Road link is a few miles south. There are excellent state schools in the area - Ansford Academy boasts excellent exam grades, and independent schools include the Sherborne and Bruton schools, Millfield, Wells Cathedral, Hazelgrove and Port Regis.
Paddock View is situated just off South Street, which is widely regarded as the prettiest street in Castle Cary. The driveway, which is owned by the property, leads away from South Street and up to the house, where the panoramic aspect of Glastonbury Tor to the West makes this one of the best addresses within the town.
ServicesMains water, electricity and drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Mains gas available, but not connected to the property. In addition, a separate generator at the property provides backup electricity.
Tenure: Freehold.
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Council Tax Band: E
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